- Dec 15, 2013
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I'm looking to build my first PC and plan on bringing it to college. I received just over $700 in random birthday/Hanukkah money and hope to use it for a high performance build. I currently have a 2009 MacBook Pro that has yet to fail me, so portability will not be an issue for college; however, judging by my brothers dorm room freshman year, the PC must optimally be as small as possible (without sacrificing too much performance).
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: tentatively some time this month
Budget Range: $700 after rebates and shipping
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Programming, gaming, web/graphics design, writing documents, internet browsing
Are you buying a monitor: Yes
Parts to Upgrade: I have no other PC, so I need all new parts.
Do you need to buy OS: Most likely, although I might have a copy of Windows 7 somewhere
Please note that if you're using an OEM license of Windows, you will need a new one when buying a new motherboard.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: no preference
Location: Westwood, Massachusetts
Parts Preferences: No preferences. I feel I don't have enough experience in PC building to make that call
Overclocking: Maybe. I probably won't because I want this computer to at least last me through college.
SLI or Crossfire: No (unless you recommend it).
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Additional Comments: I don't care at all about looks, just performance. I plan on switching from Xbox to PC gaming, must be able to play games such as BF4 on high settings. I also don't have any accessories/equipment besides a basic gaming headset and a $5 logitech mouse, so if you have any good quality keyboards/mice that you would recommend and can include in the price, please do so.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I have some money left over, and want a good PC for college. I plan on majoring/minoring in electrical/computer engineering and computer science, so it seems it would make sense to have one.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: tentatively some time this month
Budget Range: $700 after rebates and shipping
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Programming, gaming, web/graphics design, writing documents, internet browsing
Are you buying a monitor: Yes
Parts to Upgrade: I have no other PC, so I need all new parts.
Do you need to buy OS: Most likely, although I might have a copy of Windows 7 somewhere
Please note that if you're using an OEM license of Windows, you will need a new one when buying a new motherboard.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: no preference
Location: Westwood, Massachusetts
Parts Preferences: No preferences. I feel I don't have enough experience in PC building to make that call
Overclocking: Maybe. I probably won't because I want this computer to at least last me through college.
SLI or Crossfire: No (unless you recommend it).
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Additional Comments: I don't care at all about looks, just performance. I plan on switching from Xbox to PC gaming, must be able to play games such as BF4 on high settings. I also don't have any accessories/equipment besides a basic gaming headset and a $5 logitech mouse, so if you have any good quality keyboards/mice that you would recommend and can include in the price, please do so.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I have some money left over, and want a good PC for college. I plan on majoring/minoring in electrical/computer engineering and computer science, so it seems it would make sense to have one.
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