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Technology (Read Only) => Computers => Topic started by: Ἆxule on October 10, 2011, 03:14:02 PM

Title: Building my computer...
Post by: Ἆxule on October 10, 2011, 03:14:02 PM
I read a magazine about building computers, and after finishing, it made me want to throw out my laptop and build an amazing desktop.
The only thing is, I'm not sure what to get.
I could spend $2000 on an absolute beautiful, amazing computer, but I know for a fact I wouldn't be using it's full potential. So I would be wasting a lot of money.

So far, this is the only thing I know I want:

Computer Case:
COOLER MASTER HAF X RC-942-KKN1 Black Steel/ Plastic ATX Full Tower Computer Case
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Other than that, I'm stuck.

I prefer to not spend anything more than $1500
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Supertoaster on October 10, 2011, 03:26:51 PM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.683101&cm_sp=DIY_PC_Combos-_-683101-_-Combo (http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.683101&cm_sp=DIY_PC_Combos-_-683101-_-Combo)
It's a bundle that you assemble yourself. You have to get a separate graphics card though

For the graphics card, the Nvidia GTX 560 will do.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121446 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121446)




If you don't like the case in the bundle you can still buy your own separately
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: ursus on October 10, 2011, 03:27:51 PM
Get a lanboy air, faggot
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Ἆxule on October 13, 2011, 09:20:50 PM
I'd prefer 8GB of RAM rather then 4, just for reassuring reasons.
Does it matter?
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Osme on October 14, 2011, 03:36:44 PM
Quote from: Ἆxule on October 13, 2011, 09:20:50 PM
I'd prefer 8GB of RAM rather then 4, just for reassuring reasons.
Does it matter?
Depends on what you do. I idle @ 3GB cause I have a background programs, and they add up fast, and 7GB when running DF in the background. I would say for for 8 if its in your budget, but thats only from my experience. If not, you can always make an easy upgrade if your mobo keeps the 2 extra slots (Mine doesnt :c, damn frio)
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Supertoaster on October 14, 2011, 04:42:19 PM
Quote from: Ἆxule on October 13, 2011, 09:20:50 PM
I'd prefer 8GB of RAM rather then 4, just for reassuring reasons.
Does it matter?
4GB+ is fine. And since RAM is relatively inexpensive and easy to install you can upgrade in the future if you need to. Focus on the processor and graphics card; those are the most important when it comes to gaming.
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Peetah on October 14, 2011, 05:10:30 PM
Here in Canada, 25$ for 4gbs DDR3.
Way too cheap.
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Cake Faice on October 14, 2011, 06:28:57 PM
Quote from: Peetah on October 14, 2011, 05:10:30 PM
Here in Canada, 25$ for 4gbs DDR3.
Way too cheap.

I want to strangle myself for buying a DDR2 motherboard.
Title: Re: Building my computer...
Post by: Supertoaster on October 14, 2011, 06:44:22 PM
Quote from: Cake Face on October 14, 2011, 06:28:57 PM
I want to strangle myself for buying a DDR2 motherboard.
I want to strangle myself for buying a prebuilt with DDR2 motherboard.