Building a gaming computer for the first time

[cernigs24]

I have been pretty good with computers since windows 95 came out. I have never built but tinkered with memory and video cards. So when it comes to buying parts lets just say I don't have a clue. To get started I guess I need to decide if im going intel or amd. Which is best for low budget and upgradable down the road.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

We need a lot more information than that to make any build suggestions. Please post using the format in the "How to ask for new build advice" sticky at the top of the forum.

 

[MadAdmiral]

AMD is the better for low prices and upgrade paths. Comparable Intel CPUs will cost you a good $100 more than the best AMD CPUs, and give you almost no upgrade path. If you go with an AM3 socket for AMDs, you can build anything from a bargain build to a powerhouse. Intel builds will require to change sockets at least twice, if not three times.

It also would help to know you budget, computer's usage, etc...

 

[dndhatcher]

Also look at the sticky "builds by usage" to get a feel for what you want.

 

[nekko]

To answer your question AMD is really cheaper.. and I prefer AMD but thats my OP.

 

[nofun]

^Obvious fanboy is obvious

 

[nekko]

... Um thats why I said AMD is cheaper and in my op i'd pick AMD... Fan boy would say...

OMG AMD for the win man!!! Holy Cow get one Intel sucks major!!!

BUT.. I didn't do that did I :/

 

[nekko]

Anyways... Cernigs here is a good build

http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=14956128

Also if you do not want to game then you can just use the on board video instead of buying that graphics card

 

[MadAdmiral]

That's a good build, assuming the budgets $800. If it's more like $700, trade the CPU for AMD Phenom II X3 720 2.8 GHz or another AM3 socket CPU, and downgrade the video card.

If it's more, stick some more RAM/HDD space in there.

To get more specific, we need more info...

 

[nekko]

Yes we really need more info... Use thread they said to use ^^^ and post back.
I gave you a great build for $800 tho

 

[dndhatcher]

For the Antec 300 case you want the "illusion" model with the two front fans already installed. Here is a combo with a good PSU for the same price as in nekkos build.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.288427