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Well, it's meant to be a server, so it has lots of low powered CPU cores, which is the opposite of what gaming needs (a few high powered CPU cores). Furthermore, the graphics card, which is the most important part of a gaming PC, is very weak and outdated.

Look into the Dell XPS 8500 series if you want an OEM machine that can game.
 
Thanks!! I guess I'll just get a list of parts that all you guys recommend and try the build on my own or bring it to the shop that is selling that computer... lol
 
It's still way to expensive for what youre are getting in gaming. I don't think you get it, and I mean no offence by this, as it hasn't been spelled out explicitly yet. CPUs are not a big part of gaming. You should spend around twice as much on the GPU as you do the CPU.

For builds from $700-1000, an Intel i5 (you want ones that are labelled "3rd generation" or "Ivy Bridge") on an H77 or B75 motherboard is ideal. You only need 8GB of RAM, and you should get a build with a Radeon 7950, GTX 670 or 7970 (I've listed them in order of ascending cost and performance).
 
Ahhhhhhh!!!!!! I'm so confused. I just want bang for my buck, and the best gaming experience possible, but I'm not 100% confident on building it myself...
 
It's not very hard to build a computer if you can follow Youtube instructions. You just have to be able to snap things into the right place and use good grounding practices.
 
Ok. I'll take your word for it!!! Would you mind giving me a build out?

This one is a bit expensive for me seeing as I will still need to buy windows, a mouse, and a keyboard...

Originally Posted by mfenn
Our very own Sleepingforest has written a nice guide that lays out what these parts do in simple terms.

4/7/2013 update:
i5 3570K + GA-Z77-HD3 combo $268
Corsair DDR3 1600 8GB $54
Gigabyte 7970 3GB $400
Samsung 840 120GB $100
Toshiba 1TB $70
Lite-ON DVD Burner $18
Corsair TX650 $60 AR AP
NZXT Source 220 $50
Total: $1020 AR AP

- There is a dual-fan 7850 2GB available for $185 AR and a dual-fan 7950 3GB available for $300 AR if you want to spend less but still get very good gaming performance
- If you intend to OC (the system is capable) grab an aftermarket HSF like the budget Hyper 212+ for $20 AR or the mid-range Xigmatek Dark Knight II for $50.
 
1. Gaming.

2. Under $1000. I would like to be closer to $500 but won't mind paying more for better value

3.US

4. I will be buying parts in the US only

5. No preference

6. I don't have any parts to use

7. I honestly don't know what this means... sorry guys

8. I will be using my 73inch dlp 1080 tv as my monitor

9. ASAP

X. I will need windows

I would like to store as many as possible... not really sure. Can you delete and reinstall as needed?
 
Yup. If you use steam, you can delete and reinstall and most games support cloud game storage.

Would you rather have more (10ish) games load slowly, or only 2-3 load very quickly? If you want only a few games, drop the HDD out of mfenn's build. If you want lots of games, drop the SSD.

Other notes: drop to the 7850 he recommends, and get an i5-3470 instead for a CPU. Get a B75 or H77 motherboard. That brings the price down to around $700-750.
 
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I personally keep only 3 games on at a time, which helps me not lose focus and get derailed from a game. On PC, you build a backlog pretty quickly because even popluar games have 75% off sales or possibly better within a year of release, especially during the summer and winter sales.
 
What is wrong with the dell 8500 we recommended? It doesn't really sound like you want to build your own and that was a good deal with the i7 upgrade.
 
I was told by someone in another forum (hope no one is offended) this: "I own a Dell XPS (8300 I think), to be honest the room you have inside the case is quite crammed to say the least, as for overclocking... forget it, the BIOS options are locked out (Someone here may be able to give more technical info on that)."

"You will get more for your money going elsewhere, plus you will also have the benefit of choosing what components you want fitted for the build, Dell's options are very limited, in hind-sight, I wish I hadn't have bothered."
 
No, what he says is true. But you seemed uncomfortable, so we tried to give you a combination of easy-of-assembly and power. The Dell isn't a bad purchase if you DON'T plan on upgrading it over time, whereas a custom build will have a bit more longevity and upgrade room (but costs more for similar performance until you get to $500+ builds).
 
I am a bit uncomfortable, but I rather get the best value and best gaming experience possible. Well possible for my budget, and it seems like the build it myself way is the best way to go... I really do appreciate all the help guys, I hope I'm not to frustrating. lol
 
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