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Hey everyone,
This is my first attempt at building a computer and I really need help choosing parts and making sure everything is capatible with each other. I plan to build an overall all-around pc based on the i5 cpu and gtx 260. Here's my info 
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: 1-2weeks
BUDGET RANGE: ~$800 plus $150 for monitor
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming (esp MMO's like Aion), web surfing, adobe suite, word processing, work
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: keyboard, mouse, OS
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: Newegg, Tigerdirect
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: US
PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel, Nvidia, anything that is reliable
OVERCLOCKING: no (I don't know how to)
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: maybe? I have no clue what those are.
MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1680x1050 +
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: I am REALLY new at this so I only know half of what I've doing. I want to build a PC that will last me a number of years before I have to upgrade. I also would like nice parts at a decent price. I haven't decided a case yet because I'm unsure of what to get. Oh yeah, I plan to upgrade to windows 7.
Some questions I have is about the PSU. I'm not sure if the psu I linked to is compatible with my video card or cpu. Also, I was researching the gtx 260 and there's been a lot of complaints about it DOAing or just dying a few days after use. Is the gtx 260 a good card or should i opt for a different one?
Any advice and help with my build is really really appreciated. ^_^
Processor: Intel Core i5-750 Lynnfield 2.66GHz LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6819115215
Motherboard: GIGABYTE GA-P55-UD3R LGA 1156 Intel P55 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128401
Video Card: EVGA 896-P3-1257-AR GeForce GTX 260 Core 216 Superclocked Edition 896MB
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130433
PSU: Rosewill RP600V2-S-SL 600W ATX12V v2.01 SLI Ready Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817182032
RAM: G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Dual Channel
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231193
Optical Drive: LITE-ON Black
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6827106333
HD: Western Digital Caviar Blue
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6822136073
Case: I haven't decided on it. If you want to suggest me one, feel free! (clear sided is preferred)
I have also been suggested to getting a cpu cooler and not using the intel stock cooler...
Thanks for the help in advance!
| era86 wrote : I would go with build's build (wtf? hahaha) |
| era86 wrote : Harddrive: Samsung F3 500 GB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6822152181 |
I always recommend that HDD but it's out of stock atm 
Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 10:22:18 AM
Thanks for the suggestions! I am definitely looking into those parts.
I have a few more questions though. I was looking at the sapphire vapor card and I was wondering if it is up to par to the gtx 260. Like, what are the differences between both cards?
If I change the graphics card, do I have to change the motherboard also?
and... is a 550w PSU too small to power my system?
If I wanted to change the case, what type of case should I look for?
OH! and should I consider a CPU cooler? I was reading everywhere and a lot of people are suggesting this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835103065
Message edited by cynicism on 10-08-2009 at 08:51:16 PM
Link to the Sapphire card please?
Also, you will not have to change the if the video card uses PCI-E. And like I mentioned before, you're going to want a more quality PSU with ample wattage, not just a PSU with ample wattage. Look into other brands besides Rosewill.
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| era86 wrote : Link to the Sapphire card please? |
sure
Sapphire http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814102848
GTX 260 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814130433
Is there anything specific I should be looking for in a PSU? I know that I need a specific amt of amps to power my video cards.
Message edited by cynicism on 10-08-2009 at 08:55:39 PM
The Sapphire ATI 4890 is on par with the GTX 275, and the 275 > 260 
You won't have to change the motherboard.
The 550W I suggested is enough.
You said you wanted a case which is clear sided, so I assumed you meant you wanted it to have a window. The Antec 900 has excellent cooling and has a window.
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Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 08:57:45 PM
Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 08:57:45 PM
| build wrote : The Sapphire ATI 4890 is on par with the GTX 275, and the 275 > 260 |
Haha...yeah, clear sided case is what i'm looking for. So I can't just go for ANY case right? I need one with sufficient cooling?
Is the Sapphire VApor 4890 reliable? I know the GTX 260 crashes a lot and is DOA...
Would you also recommend a cpu cooler? I was looking into this one http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835103065
Thanks, I'll go with your PSU
You can go for a cheaper case if you want, just make sure it has 2 or more case fans.
I have a Sapphire 4890 and it hasn't failed me yet
If you plan on overclocking then get a CPU cooler, otherwise the stock cooler will suffice.
Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 09:09:24 PM
Thanks for everything guys! you both have helped me a lot. 
Almost forgot, I can choose between any of those mobos you both suggested right? any of them will fit the video card (either video card)?
His resolution is only 1680x1050, he would be fine even with a 4870. Plus his budget is only $800, he is already slightly over-budget as it is
| build wrote : His resolution is only 1680x1050, he would be fine even with a 4870. Plus his budget is only $800, he is already slightly over-budget as it is |
I am planning on purchasing a 22" monitor (which can possibly go above 1680x1050). But yeah, I don't want to spend too much on just a video card. Thanks for the suggestion though.
Oh, and "he" is actually a "she" 
Sorry about that
I have an LG 22" monitor with 1920x1080 resolution and my Sapphire 4890 plays any game I throw at it nicely
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Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 09:35:56 PM
Message edited by build on 10-08-2009 at 09:35:56 PM
| cynicism wrote : I am planning on purchasing a 22" monitor (which can possibly go above 1680x1050). But yeah, I don't want to spend too much on just a video card. Thanks for the suggestion though. |
Stereotyping at its finest
As for the video card, you really are better off with the 5850. It is about 60-70 more than 4890? And you will be able to run newer monitors at higher resolutions better. You also get DX11 support. I would try my best to fit the 5850 in there especially if you consider upgrading your monitor.
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| cynicism wrote : Oh, and "he" is actually a "she" |
Based on rule 29 of the internet I am inclined to not believe you.
http://www.rulesoftheinternet.com/ [...] =Main_Page
| build wrote : Sorry about that |
sweet! Thanks for that input. At least I know it works.
| Quote : As for the video card, you really are better off with the 5850. It is about 60-70 more than 4890? And you will be able to run newer monitors at higher resolutions better. You also get DX11 support. I would try my best to fit the 5850 in there especially if you consider upgrading your monitor. |
When does that come out? I'm not a heavy PC gamer (except for MMO's) so I'm not extremely worried about keeping up with directx. I mostly play console games. ^^
| Quote : Based on rule 29 of the internet I am inclined to not believe you. |
LOL. that's all I have to say
And would you guys recommend ATI or Nvidia? I heard Nvidia's drivers are better (something like that). Unbias input would be best.
Just look for a case that you like, has decent cooling and fits your budget
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