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ok ive changed my build list to be cheaper than before, i left out the monitor, speakers, keyboard and mouse. i will get those later on, all im shooting for is the basic components i need to build a decent computer. it will be used mostly for Gaming and surfing the web. all though i do want to be able to run Crysis on med to high settings.

Case:http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16811156090 $79.99

MotherBoard: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6813128059 $99.99

Graphics Card: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6814131055 $152.99
i originally had the 8800GT on here but changed because this one is way cheaper. good or bad decision?

power supply: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6817139004 $99.99

processor: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6819115029 $189.99

Memory: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6820145034 $77.00

hard drive: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6822148262 $69.99

cd/dvd: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6827106072 $34.99

sound card: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6829102002 $29.99

cpu cooler: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6835186134 $21.99

OS: http://www.newegg.com/product/prod [...] 6832116400 $139.99

total cost: $996.90

id like to keep my budget to $1000 maybe 50-100 more if its better in the long run

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@ GPU upgrade to the 2900PRO its the same price and offers better performance.

Reply to PsychoFanatic

QFT there(Psycho). The 3850 512 or 3870 are also good choices.
Get 4GB RAM, 80 bucks can get you some pretty decent 2x2GB kits.
You don't need a E6750, the lower models are just as good-with in 10% perf, and can easily be overclocked to and beyond 6750. The Price/Perf just goes downhill the higher model you go up.
I wouldn't understand why you would want a sound card under such a budget... unless you're doing some serious **** then integrated is good enough.

------------------------------ AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+ 2.27 (Crappy Mobo)
7600GT @ 626/1.51 '05 Score: 6500
4GB DDR2 884 @ 5-5-5-15 (This RAM is for my new system in the summer, using now cause I bought it early-had an insane deal for it)
Samsung HD160JJ
Reply to Loser777

i dont know loser, i think the E6750 is a sweet spot, it replaced the E6600 a while back. It has/will be replaced by the E8400 but for the impatient its still a kick ass choice.

sound card isnt the best choice though, motherboards do a great job of that.

i didnt click all the links to see your system (i didnt click any actually), its bothersome. i prefer to see the names (i do not think i am alone either)

Reply to flyinfreeee

That 2002 version of windows xp pro will definetly need some upgrading as mine did.

Reply to inspecter71

oh ok my bad flyinfreeee i dont care what you think... loser, if you dont wanna help then shut your mouth aight. thanks

Reply to justank

Justank your gonna have a fine system there just as i tell other's on here.I just completed my first build a couple of days ago.Good luck with yours.

Reply to inspecter71

Okay here is what I'd change to keep close $1 k and have a better gaming rig.
CPU - $175
e6550 Just as good as e6750 and cheaper, you can OC it later, if you think you need more speed.

GPU - $250
3rd or 4th from the top GPU out there and good price.
SAPPHIRE 100215L Radeon HD 3870 512MB 256-bit GDDR4 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814102713

Drop sound card and aftermarket CPU HSF. You can OC quite well on stock CPU cooler. This $65 difference goes into GPU upgrade. This setup would give you better bang for the buck w/out really needing to OC CPU out the gate.

New price ~$1035 or so.

------------------------------ PSU Tiers
GPU Power
8800gtx w/e6600 OC'd will run on Antec 380w w/27A on 12v rail, PSU!!
Reply to lunyone

ok thanks, that does make more sense. :)

Reply to justank
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