I need advise on my first build. $1000 budget PC

samplecraze

Distinguished
Jun 16, 2009
3
0
18,510
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This week

BUDGET RANGE: around $1000

SYSTEM USAGE: Gaming, Music Production, Photoshop,

PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Speakers, mice, keyboard

PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com

PARTS PREFERENCES: AMD CPU

OVERCLOCKING: In the future
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: In the future

MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1600 x 900 for a 20 inch might go smaller to a 19 inch

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: I need a second opinion on the system build.

http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=18108308

Things I need help with.
RAM: There are two on the list not sure which one I should get?
CPU: Are they both the same?
Graphics Card: I need one that has the most bang for the buck. I might drop the one on the list if its over 1000.
Power Supply: Do you think I should go with the 700W? I plan to overclock and upgrade in the future or is it to much?

If you can help me out I appreciate it.
 
Solution
1. No reason to CF/SLI on a 1600 x 900 20 Incher :p
2. Best not to compromise on GPU for gaming rig
3. Possible config for consideration
gasn.jpg
Some changes...

CPU + Mobox4 955 + Gigabyte 890GX
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.353112

RAM - With newer heatsinks
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231277

Graphics card - IMO HD 5770 is better suited for your needs...It is powerful enough for that resolution...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.320995

HDD - IMO spend a little more and get the Samsung F3 1TB
Faster, bigger and more efficient...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185

DVD + PSU -
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.358699