My First Time Building a Gaming Rig and I'd Like Some Input From Knowledgeable People

[FalconxxxPunch]

Answers To Your Questions

1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.

This computer will be used primarily for gaming. I've already got a Black Macbook for schoolwork, music, videos, etc...

2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread

Right now I've got about $2500 max to spend on this thing, but that could go up to about $3000 by the time I plan on buying everything.

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.

USA

4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc, etc, etc, you get the picture.

Nope, I'm completely new to this.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.

No, I'm building this from scratch.

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads.

Yeah, I've read/ researched all over the net about building gaming rigs, but I still consider myself a novice.

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.

Not sure actually, was wondering what you guys suggested about overclocking.

8. WHEN do you plan to build it?

Sometime after Christmas but before March.

What I Have Picked Out So Far

CPU- Intel Core i7 920- $310

Motherboard- Asus P6T Deluxe- $310

Memory- G.Skill 6GB- $195

Hard Drive- Seagate 640GB SATA 3.0Gb/s- $80

Optical Drive- LG 20X DVD Burner SATA GH20NS15- $23

Video Card- Radeon 4870 X2 2GB- $520

Computer Case- Antec Nine Hundred ATX Mid Tower- $110

Power Supply- Corsair CMPSU-750TX 750W- $120

Keyboard- Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard- $90

Mouse- Logitech G5 Gaming Mouse- $50

Monitor- BenQ E2200HD LCD- $250

Total (Estimated) Cost- $2058

So...

What do you guys think? I'm trying to get the best performance for what I have to spend on this thing. If you guys could rate my gaming rig so far in terms of what games I should be able to play, at what settings, how long it should last me, etc. I'd really appreciate it. Or if you have any comments/ questions feel free to give them.

Thanks in advance to any helpful responses.

 

[yh125d]

Don't forget an operating system (Vista 64 bit or else your system will only use about half of your ram), some good speakers, and a sound card (optional)

This rig should have no problems running any game out now at that resolution at high settings, and continue to do so for awhile. If in a couple years it seems to be slowing at the newer games just add another 4870x2 or upgrade to whatever the new hot stuff video card is and go from there. It will be a long time before you're CPU limited

 

[DSF]

I'd do some more research on monitors and get the best one you can since you have the money to do so. I'm not an expert on the subject, but I believe there are better choices.

 

[FalconxxxPunch]

Originally posted by: DSF
I'd do some more research on monitors and get the best one you can since you have the money to do so. I'm not an expert on the subject, but I believe there are better choices.

The monitor I picked was chosen for a specific reason. I forgot to mention this, but I'm going to use this monitor not only for my computer, but also for playing Xbox 360 on. I chose this specific monitor because it was highly recommended for playing competitive Halo 3 (which is what I primarily play) on. This http://www.newegg.com/Product/...181&Tpk=benq%20E2400HD was also recommended, which is basically the same monitor with an extra 2.5 inches. Would that be any better? You guys probably know best, so am I really hurting the quality of PC gaming with one of the aforementioned monitors, or should I look for an upgrade? If I should upgrade, do you guys have any suggestions? Keep in mind that when it comes to using an LCD monitor for playing Halo 3 low response times (5ms-2ms) are really important (this is because when playing a competitive first-person-shooter game, such as Halo, pinpoint accuracy is essential).

Thanks for the input.

 

[BTRY B 529th FA BN]

gaming keyboards and mice are a waste

 

[DSF]

I would look at the LG L227-WT or -WTG.

Zero input lag and I believe it has an HDMI connection available.

Edit: Nevermind, it doesn't have HDMI.

 

[zerocool84]

Originally posted by: BTRY B 529th FA BN
gaming keyboards and mice are a waste

Well depends what you play. If you play games that would make use of the macros then a gaming keyboard is an investment. Also being able to change the dpi on the fly is very convenient. They are much more expensive though than regular stuff but you gatta pay to play.

 

[videogames101]

Originally posted by: BTRY B 529th FA BN
gaming keyboards and mice are a waste

Lies, I use a G15 and G7 and they destroy any other peripherals I've used.


BTW, how can a monitor be good for a specific game?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/ol...oduct&id=1201913867539

It's pretty much the best gaming monitor you can buy, in terms of input lag/delay/response time.



Also, this burner is the best you can buy, of course, thats my opinion, but it's quite popular around here, so yeah.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16827151173



Other than that, great looking rig, go with Visiontek for the 4870x2, it has a lifetime warranty.

 

[DSF]

I like my G7 much better than any other mouse I've ever used, and it's not just because it's a "gaming" mouse.

 

[videogames101]

Originally posted by: DSF
I like my G7 much better than any other mouse I've ever used, and it's not just because it's a "gaming" mouse.

This.

The double rechargeable battery design is absolutely perfect for a wireless mouse.