Brain dead x.x

PaperMuffin · May 30, 2013

Summary
for the past day i been searching for everything about building a computer and didn't learn anything -0- and im fried. Because someone recommended me to build a computer then buy a prebuilt (alienware/ibuypower/etc) . the bad thing is i have no experience in building a computer. because i own a very old computer bought like 6-8 years ago used to school and stuff.

my budget
[strike]$600[/strike] so $500
-$100 for OS windows 7 (home) 64bit

Case opt:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SNJA8O/ref=gno_cart_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Cpu Fan:
i have no idea what is good to buy to cool the processor

the only interesting build i saw around this budget was:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgrXOX2DCKo

legokill101 · May 30, 2013

if you look at the site homepage under build it yourself check out he system builder marathon $600 gaming pc and use that as a guide

g-unit1111 · May 30, 2013

The power supply in that build is complete garbage, and the build is very outdated. If you're not going to overclock don't worry about buying a CPU fan.

jinayhvora · May 30, 2013

check this build (over budget)

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/11oEh

legokill101 · May 30, 2013

that look preaty good 650ti is a little weak but building a pc on that budget is hard

smorizio · May 30, 2013

Look On. Newegg for combo deals and starter systems.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1327082

jinayhvora · May 30, 2013

smorizio :

thats a good build at the price

smorizio · May 30, 2013

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1327082

Amd combo

smorizio · May 30, 2013

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1307802

PaperMuffin · May 30, 2013

g-unit1111 :

i don't intend on overclocking or i don't really know what that is x.x

jinayhvora :

onlything im worry bout is the Power supply 700w seems like alot < worry if i plug in the outlet and blows a fuse >

smorizio · May 30, 2013

don't be scared of the wattage number. Most microwaves are 1000 w so are hair dryers. Most CPU now use 100w or less. It the gpu or gpus that suck the power. If the power supply not sized right your gaming rig will shut down or the ps can fail from overload. To pop a wall outlet you have to be running a room ac or something like a mini fridge on the same outlet.

legokill101 · May 30, 2013

or two 1500w psu (like a boss)

g-unit1111 · May 30, 2013

legokill101 :

The BOOST model actually beats the Radeon 7850 and comes close to toppling a 7870 XT for less than $200. Not too shabby.

smorizio · May 30, 2013

Butter knife in toaster is better.....

assasin32 · May 30, 2013

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6350 3.9GHz 6-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI 760GM-P34(FX) Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($49.97 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 650 Ti Boost 2GB Video Card ($168.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $574.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-30 17:55 EDT-0400)

The PSU will only draw as much power as it needs. For example you have a 1k PSU it will not draw 1k watts all the time, it will draw only as much as it needs if it needs 100watts it will draw 100watts.

PaperMuffin · May 30, 2013

smorizio :

i like this one but what would the ASUS GeForce GTX 650 run most games on median?

little confusded on mail in rebate too ~ :~

assasin32 · May 30, 2013

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6350 3.9GHz 6-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI 760GM-P34(FX) Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($49.97 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 650 Ti 1GB Video Card ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($86.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $602.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-30 18:02 EDT-0400)

Forgot the OS here is one with the OS included.

assasin32 · May 30, 2013

PaperMuffin :

I wouldn't do that combo deal as I don't trust the PSU, the CPU is an older AMD it would be better if you get a current generation CPU. The one I posted in my build is a more up to date one, higher clocked, better PSU, etc.

smorizio · May 30, 2013

Mail in rebate.....print form from web page where you put your mailing info on it and proof of purchase. Drop it into a letter..lick the mailing envelope closed and place postage on the letter. Drop letter in mail box....wait to see what takes longer...your grass to grown or the rebate check to come in...

assasin32 · May 30, 2013

smorizio :

Typically the grass will grow first, than you have to mow it. And depending on how long it takes the apocalypse may or may not have happened yet. Only a slight exageration the 2 times I've dealt with mail in rebates they taken a VERY LONG time. As in around 8 months I think, long after I gave up hope on it.

PaperMuffin · May 30, 2013

assasin32 :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6350 3.9GHz 6-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI 760GM-P34(FX) Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($49.97 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 650 Ti 1GB Video Card ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($86.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $602.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-30 18:02 EDT-0400)

Forgot the OS here is one with the OS included.

2 questions

What is the video card capable of?
is the case is sturdy? then other 30-40$ cases

assasin32 · May 30, 2013

PaperMuffin :

Fractural Design makes some very good cases to my knowledge, so yes the case is sturdy. Though even cheap cases are sturdy what you should be more worried about is overall design, airflow, and quality. All of which are adequate, the quality and design of the case for the size is case is good for what it is. Airflow isn't as good as higher end mid towers or full towers but it is good enough for you. It's not worth investing more to put it short.

As for how powerful the 650 ti is, it's on the higher end spectrum of mid range cards. You have to look at 650 Ti reviews to get a better understanding. You can easily run any game out there right now and easily for the next few years, and this build will easily beat out what most companies call their "gaming" computers, as they typically use some very crappy GPU's and CPU's and overcharge like there is no tomorrow. For the price your willing to pay this is about as good as it gets unless someone discounts a part heavily which I wouldn't rely on.

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