APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: this week
BUDGET RANGE: <$1000, less = better
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: starcraft 2, large excel models, possibly more intensive gaming in the future
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, os, already purchased i5 750
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel i5 750 (already purchased), would like a quiet PC
OVERCLOCKING: Maybe (if necessary- would rather have a reliable, quiet PC)
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Would like the option in the future, unless it is not cost effective
MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1080p
I already own the i5 750 and would be greatful for some expert help in finalizing my build before I pull the trigger on newegg. Any advice on memory, PSU, case deals (that are quality and not too flashy) would be greatly appreciated. Any combo deals would also help.
The video card is the main thing still up in the air. I am thinking of going with the 5770 to begin with for starcraft 2 (this is good enough for 1080p at ultra, right?). Also considering the gtx 460 1gb or the 5850, or the gtx 470. My gut feeling is to go with the 5770 to tide me over with starcraft, and in 6 mo when I'm bored and possibly get new games, I could either get another 5770 or get a better single or dual GPU setup. I've heard that single 5770 and 460 gtx aren't that great for 1080p for today's games.
Here is the build I am considering:
i5 750 (already have this)
asus p7p55d-e pro (chose this because i might want a SSD in the future)
Crucial 4GB 2x2GB dual channel
radeon 5770 1GB
Silverstone 750W
Samsung spinpoint 1TB
Lite-On iHas124
Antec Three Hundred
Thanks for the help!!
BUDGET RANGE: <$1000, less = better
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: starcraft 2, large excel models, possibly more intensive gaming in the future
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, os, already purchased i5 750
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel i5 750 (already purchased), would like a quiet PC
OVERCLOCKING: Maybe (if necessary- would rather have a reliable, quiet PC)
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Would like the option in the future, unless it is not cost effective
MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1080p
I already own the i5 750 and would be greatful for some expert help in finalizing my build before I pull the trigger on newegg. Any advice on memory, PSU, case deals (that are quality and not too flashy) would be greatly appreciated. Any combo deals would also help.
The video card is the main thing still up in the air. I am thinking of going with the 5770 to begin with for starcraft 2 (this is good enough for 1080p at ultra, right?). Also considering the gtx 460 1gb or the 5850, or the gtx 470. My gut feeling is to go with the 5770 to tide me over with starcraft, and in 6 mo when I'm bored and possibly get new games, I could either get another 5770 or get a better single or dual GPU setup. I've heard that single 5770 and 460 gtx aren't that great for 1080p for today's games.
Here is the build I am considering:
i5 750 (already have this)
asus p7p55d-e pro (chose this because i might want a SSD in the future)
Crucial 4GB 2x2GB dual channel
radeon 5770 1GB
Silverstone 750W
Samsung spinpoint 1TB
Lite-On iHas124
Antec Three Hundred
Thanks for the help!!
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