- Apr 15, 2014
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Hi All,
I'm new to the gaming PC build world. I'll try be specific as possible. If anyone in this community can help guide (or build) me in the right direction, I would greatly appreciate it. My budget is in the range of $700 - $1000 max. I don't intend to overclock, unless it there is a software that automatically does it. I have no clue on how to OC. This system is meant to last me 4 plus years with potential upgrades down the road. If it's under the budget, it would allow me to upgrade my keyboard and mouse. Finally, in general with the stuff below, anything that keeps it running cool and quiet is a plus but not a must.
Games intended to play: Diablo 3, Natural Selection, Left 4 Dead, Titan, and so on....
Case: I'm a big fan of brushed aluminum, but open to different options.
CPU: The ability to multitask. Be able to run Skype and/or Netflix (or run multiple apps without struggling) while playing games. Intel or AMD doesn't matter. Just something that is reliable and good quality.
Motherboard: Whichever fits the PC case
RAM: I'm assuming that these days we need at least 8gb.
Fans: Keeps the PC cool and Quiet, but within reasonable price.
Power Supply: Again quality, reliability, and quiet.
Graphic Card: Ability to dual screen is a must have. I want run HDMI on at least one 26" TV with mid to high (720p) game settings running smoothly. The second monitor will vary in size. Take into account that I may watch Netflix or be on video Skype at the same time.
Hard Drive: 1TB hard drive. If we can add a SSD to make it boot fast, it would be nice.
USB Ports: At least 4 or more would be nice. Mostly used as for Keyboard, mouse, headphones, and USB drives.
OS: Windows 8 64 bit
CD-ROM: Don't need.
Keyboard and Mouse: Don't need
Monitor: Don't need
Network Card: I assume I can run cable internet with the ethernet port on the motherboard.
Sound Card: Don't need, as I have gaming headphones and decent desktop speakers.
Thanks in advance.
I'm new to the gaming PC build world. I'll try be specific as possible. If anyone in this community can help guide (or build) me in the right direction, I would greatly appreciate it. My budget is in the range of $700 - $1000 max. I don't intend to overclock, unless it there is a software that automatically does it. I have no clue on how to OC. This system is meant to last me 4 plus years with potential upgrades down the road. If it's under the budget, it would allow me to upgrade my keyboard and mouse. Finally, in general with the stuff below, anything that keeps it running cool and quiet is a plus but not a must.
Games intended to play: Diablo 3, Natural Selection, Left 4 Dead, Titan, and so on....
Case: I'm a big fan of brushed aluminum, but open to different options.
CPU: The ability to multitask. Be able to run Skype and/or Netflix (or run multiple apps without struggling) while playing games. Intel or AMD doesn't matter. Just something that is reliable and good quality.
Motherboard: Whichever fits the PC case
RAM: I'm assuming that these days we need at least 8gb.
Fans: Keeps the PC cool and Quiet, but within reasonable price.
Power Supply: Again quality, reliability, and quiet.
Graphic Card: Ability to dual screen is a must have. I want run HDMI on at least one 26" TV with mid to high (720p) game settings running smoothly. The second monitor will vary in size. Take into account that I may watch Netflix or be on video Skype at the same time.
Hard Drive: 1TB hard drive. If we can add a SSD to make it boot fast, it would be nice.
USB Ports: At least 4 or more would be nice. Mostly used as for Keyboard, mouse, headphones, and USB drives.
OS: Windows 8 64 bit
CD-ROM: Don't need.
Keyboard and Mouse: Don't need
Monitor: Don't need
Network Card: I assume I can run cable internet with the ethernet port on the motherboard.
Sound Card: Don't need, as I have gaming headphones and decent desktop speakers.
Thanks in advance.
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