What is a good budget gaming build? (~$600)

[napsterlone]

Hello everyone,

I am new to this technology world and am in great need for a good budget gaming computer. I do have a basic understanding of how things work but do not know what my exact build should be.

What it will be used for:

Gaming: I want to be able to play smoothly on high graphic settings

Internet: Lots of internet use, lots of videos, movies, and especially DOWNLOADING large files (movies, etc)

Overclocking? - no

Home theater? - yes

Again, my budgets is around $600-700 (€470-550)

Thanks in advance for all your help, I really need it!

 

[Outlander_04]

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/346937-31-build-worth

 

[napsterlone]

Thanks! However, this got me thinking, what type of processor would be best for gaming and overall computer usage? If i were to choose Intel i would get an i5 but when it comes to AMD I know next to nothing about their processors.

 

[Outlander_04]

The intel i3 / AMD phenomX4 / AMD FX 4100 are all roughly the same as gaming cpu's

The AMD quads tend to be a little better elsewhere and better at multitasking .


The i5 2400 is a step up , but is more expensive , and you may have to compromise and buy cheaper motherboard with worse features . Intels Z 68 and Z 77 are the best options

If you build with AMD then use a mb with the 970 or 990 chipsets to get the best upgrade options for the future

 

[FinneousPJ]

i5 is too expensive for you, go for i3.

 

[napsterlone]

Ok. Heres the thing, im going to college soon and I want a solid pc that will last, i dont want to buy another one soon. What doe you suggest i get if i were to go with an AMD build? And with an Intel build? Links (preferably from Newegg) are greatly appreciated.

 

[Outlander_04]

An AM3+ build is the way to go .

FX 4100 $100
Mb with a 970 series chipset $ 85
2 x2 gig of DDR3 1600 MHz RAM running at 1.5 volts $30
Radeon 6870 $150
HAF 912 $60
DVD $19
500 gig hard drive $75

500 watt psu $ 60


$580

Set newegg to list the lowest price first to spot the bargains

 

[napsterlone]

Ok, this is what I came up with. Im not sure if the power supply is good enough? And will everything work perfectly well together? Also, as for the OS, should i get OEM or retail? and Home or Professional?


Mobo: $95
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131767&Tpk=N82E16813131767

CPU: $110
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103996

Video Card: $150
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102908

PSU: $45
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153023

Memory: $45
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231314

CD/DVD burner + media: $20
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827106289&Tpk=N82E16827106289

HDD: $80
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152181

Fan + Heatsink: $30
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103065

Case: $50
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133196

OS: $100
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116986

Grand Total (before rebates/shipping) = $725

^^ So where can I reduce my expenses?