Hi everyone on Tom's
I have come here seeking some computer advice for a friend who wishes to build a new computer based around the Intel i5-3750K processor.
I am hoping to get some advice for him on what Mobo would be good to pair with this Cpu as I have been out of the loop for computers and then go from there for GPU, RAM, HDD, SSD, etc.
Below I have included the standard form that shows his budget and describes what he intends to do with this system.
Any help/build advice is most appreciated in advance.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: 2 to 4 months
Budget Range: $1500.00 is the total budget
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
The computer must be able to play high end computer games (Counterstrike Source/GO, Diablo 2, Diablo 3, Dirt 3, Battlefield 1, 2, 3 and any other high end graphic intense games)
Browsing Internet
Streaming video
Skype
Email
Are you buying a monitor: No
Current parts available for re-use: Keyboard, Monitor, Mouse
Do you need to buy OS: Yes or I can reuse a Windows XP Professional 32 bit disk. Would prefer to purchase Windows 7 OEM Home.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: www.newegg.com or any other store within Las Vegas/United States that has good pricing/deals.
Location: United States, Las Vegas
Parts Preferences: I wish to have my build based around Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core Desktop Processor for this build.
Overclocking: I do not intend to overclock the system but I would like it to be included as an option if I decide to overclock the system later on.
SLI or Crossfire: I do not intend to SLI/Crossfire the system at this time but would like the option included if I decide to later on.
Your Monitor Resolution: (e.g.: 1024x768, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1920x1080, 1920x1200 or if you're upgrading please state what you'd want to get)
Additional Comments:
The computer needs to be quite. I don't need a computer that sounds like a vacuum cleaner when running.
The case needs to be easy to manage for cabling and have plenty of space.
I would also like a computer that has plenty of cooling as I do live in Vegas and it can sometimes get pretty hot for ambient temperatures
Why Are You Upgrading: I am making a new computer because I would like to have a really nice gaming computer.
Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts. Please do not post only links:
Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 4000
I have come here seeking some computer advice for a friend who wishes to build a new computer based around the Intel i5-3750K processor.
I am hoping to get some advice for him on what Mobo would be good to pair with this Cpu as I have been out of the loop for computers and then go from there for GPU, RAM, HDD, SSD, etc.
Below I have included the standard form that shows his budget and describes what he intends to do with this system.
Any help/build advice is most appreciated in advance.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: 2 to 4 months
Budget Range: $1500.00 is the total budget
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
The computer must be able to play high end computer games (Counterstrike Source/GO, Diablo 2, Diablo 3, Dirt 3, Battlefield 1, 2, 3 and any other high end graphic intense games)
Browsing Internet
Streaming video
Skype
Are you buying a monitor: No
Current parts available for re-use: Keyboard, Monitor, Mouse
Do you need to buy OS: Yes or I can reuse a Windows XP Professional 32 bit disk. Would prefer to purchase Windows 7 OEM Home.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: www.newegg.com or any other store within Las Vegas/United States that has good pricing/deals.
Location: United States, Las Vegas
Parts Preferences: I wish to have my build based around Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core Desktop Processor for this build.
Overclocking: I do not intend to overclock the system but I would like it to be included as an option if I decide to overclock the system later on.
SLI or Crossfire: I do not intend to SLI/Crossfire the system at this time but would like the option included if I decide to later on.
Your Monitor Resolution: (e.g.: 1024x768, 1280x1024, 1440x900, 1600x1200, 1680x1050, 1920x1080, 1920x1200 or if you're upgrading please state what you'd want to get)
Additional Comments:
The computer needs to be quite. I don't need a computer that sounds like a vacuum cleaner when running.
The case needs to be easy to manage for cabling and have plenty of space.
I would also like a computer that has plenty of cooling as I do live in Vegas and it can sometimes get pretty hot for ambient temperatures
Why Are You Upgrading: I am making a new computer because I would like to have a really nice gaming computer.
Include a list of any parts you have already selected with descriptively labeled links for parts. Please do not post only links:
Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 4000
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