The last time I built my computer was like 10 years ago. Needless to say, that one's dead now, so I'm building a new one to use as a work station (graphics work mostly, but nothing too intense like video rendering) as well as a gaming platform (I'm not a hardcore gamer, so as long as I can run most games today at a playable framerate on moderate settings I'll be cool).
I already have a case, a fan (Cooler Master Hyper TX3), and DVD/CD drive, as well as the OS and outside hardware (monitor, keyboard, speakers, etc.), so I'm only looking at buying a CPU, mobo, RAM, storage (I want an SSD, I have an extra HDD I can use for additional space), vid card, and power supply.
Here's what I put together so far but would appreciate any feedback on how to improve!
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/T38GMp
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Approximate Purchase Date: As soon as possible
Budget Range: ~$700-800 (I know that'll be tough with an SSD though, so it could go a little over $800)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Graphic design work, gaming
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: CPU, motherboard, RAM, SSD, video card, and power supply.
Do you need to buy OS: No
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg or Amazon
Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Parts Preferences: Intel
Overclocking: Maybe, but doubtful
SLI or Crossfire: Not sure
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1200
Additional Comments: It's been a while since I've had to look at PC hardware so thank you for any help you've got, seriously!
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My old comp runs everything at slideshow speeds, it's time I got a fresh build.
Thanks in advance! Doing research on these forums first has given me some great info, y'all have already been a huge help.
I already have a case, a fan (Cooler Master Hyper TX3), and DVD/CD drive, as well as the OS and outside hardware (monitor, keyboard, speakers, etc.), so I'm only looking at buying a CPU, mobo, RAM, storage (I want an SSD, I have an extra HDD I can use for additional space), vid card, and power supply.
Here's what I put together so far but would appreciate any feedback on how to improve!
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/T38GMp
_____________________________________________
Approximate Purchase Date: As soon as possible
Budget Range: ~$700-800 (I know that'll be tough with an SSD though, so it could go a little over $800)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Graphic design work, gaming
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: CPU, motherboard, RAM, SSD, video card, and power supply.
Do you need to buy OS: No
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg or Amazon
Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
Parts Preferences: Intel
Overclocking: Maybe, but doubtful
SLI or Crossfire: Not sure
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1200
Additional Comments: It's been a while since I've had to look at PC hardware so thank you for any help you've got, seriously!
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My old comp runs everything at slideshow speeds, it's time I got a fresh build.
Thanks in advance! Doing research on these forums first has given me some great info, y'all have already been a huge help.
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