This list will run $500 exactly. This is a great setup if you know how to OC a cpu. If you don't know how to OC or don't want to try, up the cpu to the E7300. If you need opticals, add about $25 each. If you up to the E7300 and don't OC, you can drop the cpu cooler. This will play the games you want just fine.
If it's more than you want to spend, you can drop the 4850 and pick up a 4830. It would still be a decent card for you.
Thanks guys.
I've been researching a lot, and I decided to pay a little more for the system, here is what I like so far. Can you tell me if one of the items will cause a bottleneck? Or if a cheaper item would be almost as good??
Thanks guys.
I've been researching a lot, and I decided to pay a little more for the system, here is what I like so far. Can you tell me if one of the items will cause a bottleneck? Or if a cheaper item would be almost as good??
Nice build. I would definantly change the cpu though to the one down below. It only makes sense. Also if your going to go with that Xigmatek you want the retention bracket kit for the fact that Xigmatek is HUGE! Also don't forget the thermal paste. I like this Arctic MX-2 for the fact it's non conductive, and there's no set up time. Slap it on and go. One thing to think about...that Xigmatek is a great cpu cooler....but unless you plan on doing some heavy overclocking you might save yourself some $ by going with a cheaper one. The E7400 runs at 2.8ghz with a 1066 FSB. If you drop the multiplier on it to 9.5x333=3.16ghz...that moves up your FSB so that your running at 1333FSB and your voltage isn't having to be cranked up and no added heat. If you go that route you can run safe with alot cheaper aftermarket cpu heatsink/fan.
I'd say if you're thinking about stepping up to the E8x00 series you should look at the E8400 instead. The E8500 isn't worth the price difference over the E8400 IMO.
I'd say if you're thinking about stepping up to the E8x00 series you should look at the E8400 instead. The E8500 isn't worth the price difference over the E8400 IMO.