My first build :)

[zackzd]

Hi there, I want to build myself a new gaming PC and my old P4 computer can hardly run anything anymore even with hyper-threading on...so could you please help me, I want to build the cheapest gaming rig possible..I dont have a big budget at all (im only 13 ).

Thanks,
Zack

 

[waynec121]

hey if you could follow the new build thread advice that would be great. it is a sticky on this new system build forum. thanks

heres the link: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/261222-31-build-advice

 

[zackzd]

sorry i didnt realise..



APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This month, or as soon as i have decided. BUDGET RANGE: £450

SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: gaming, internet, music, films videos etc.

PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Moniter, mouse, keyboard and speakers

PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: dont really have a preference but everyone seems to like newegg.com and other well known sites.

PARTS PREFERENCES: AMD since its processors are usually cheaper but a equivalent Interl for the same price would be great,

OVERCLOCKING: No.. Maybe SLI OR CROSSFIRE: no..

MONITOR RESOLUTION: i already have a moniter...good resolution...sorry i dont know its highese though..

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: I would like this build to last me quite a while...and to be upgradeable in the future. not too bothered what at looks like as my budget wont allow me to have a great looking case..its what inside that counts



Thanks in advance.
Zack

 

[JackNaylorPE]

Have you checked out the System Builds on this site ?

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/core-2-overclock,2310.html

 

[davylove21]

Heres the build I'm working on (although it isn't working, it should!)

Mobo: ASUS M4A77TD Pro
CPU: AMD Phenom 2 X2 550
RAM: Crucial DDR3 2GB
GPU: XFX ATI Radeon 4870 512mb
PSU: OCZ StealthXStream 600w
HDD: Seagate Barracuda 500GB
DVD-RW: Generic LG something or other
Case: Cooler Master Elite 330 I believe

That all came in at about £410 pounds on Ebuyer and should be more than adequate for your gaming needs.