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You could probably do with 2GB of RAM to start with, to cut costs.
The included power supply with that case will be of questionable quality (though it shouldn't be an issue if you're using integrated video). Which brings me to my next point:
The integrated video on that mobo will be worthless for gaming.
The problem with the rig you proposed is that it's got a weak processor, and an internal video card,
so no way in hell are you gonna be able to open a decent game let alone play it.
Please check this one out , it's can be very acceptable with almost all games, i saved up some money you paid up in the rams and the processor for the video card, which really does benefit you.
Total : $355.94 ,
This is a real mid range gaming PC that could have cost alot more a few months ago
Hope you don't mind paying the extra 6 bucks
There's a total rebate of $20 if you're interested
Here's a little something I threw together, its still using the case w/ included power supply, which is certainly an issue. However, this build stays at the $350 budget and can handle *mild* gaming. (Shipping not included in budget, which will probably run around $20-25 due to shipping on case)
IMO, this is about as much as you can do with a $350 budget. If you could add just $100 to the budget, I really think you'd have a solid entry-level gaming machine. Save up for another few weeks, sell some blood (or other bodily fluids), whatever you gotta do. Another $100 would allow you to get a better powersupply (very important) and a higher class video card.
The problem with the rig you proposed is that it's got a weak processor, and an internal video card,
so no way in hell are you gonna be able to open a decent game let alone play it.
Please check this one out , it's can be very acceptable with almost all games, i saved up some money you paid up in the rams and the processor for the video card, which really does benefit you.
Total : $355.94 ,
This is a real mid range gaming PC that could have cost alot more a few months ago
Hope you don't mind paying the extra 6 bucks
There's a total rebate of $20 if you're interested
That build would outperform the one I posted due to the 9600GT. Going with AMD proc/mobo allowed the budget room for a better video card. However, I'm not so excited about the nvidia chipset microATX motherboard.
In the end, I still feel the buget needs to be expanded by at least $50 if not $100.
Regardless, it's nice to see that you can actually put together a decent little entry-level system for these prices. 2008 has been a good year for geeks 'n gamers so far.
you can barely even get modern stuff for under 350... the operating system itself is a third of that cost.... and i wouldn't get a power supply under 50 dollars... that leaves you with like 180 to make a system... you can... but its going to be sh*t... no way you'll play "decent" games on it
Not really, there are a lot of OS out there for cheap. Heck, i have one unused in my desk drawer and so does my brother who recently upgraded/downgraded from XP to Vista. There are also some great student discounts out there. The OP can ask around with friends and family to see if anyone might have something to be used. Check out eBay or craigslist. The above system could run Crysis with a 17 inch monitor and the eye candy turned down. It's weak in the PSU department, but it's in the OPs nwer budget and a decent all around system even without any overclocking.
Message edited by dirtmountain on 07-04-2008 at 11:33:34 PM
Good point Shadowthor, especially a refurbished system with a 90 day manufacturer warranty. Here's one at $369 with an E6550 2.3GHz and a very low grade GPU (GeForce 7350), can't be overclocked, but can be upgraded to add a better PSU and GPU at a later date.
http://www.recoupit.com/Shop/Contr [...] /SFV/31197
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