Gaming Machine for $1000-$1500

[SCKiller]

I'm new at this, but I would like to build a gaming machine. I'm not sure if I should use and ADM processor and ATi graphics or should I use Intel and Nvidia. I would just like to get a good system for $1000-$1500. Thanks.

[shadowpr]

Does that price range include a monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers or operating system?

[chuck4456]

Originally Posted by SCKiller I'm new at this, but I would like to build a gaming machine. I'm not sure if I should use and ADM processor and ATi graphics or should I use Intel and Nvidia. Are these good parts to use and if so could someone show me a list of parts to buy? Thanks.

Also.
Do you plan on overclocking your system?

[SCKiller]

Originally Posted by shadowpr Does that price range include a monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers or operating system?

I'm Hoping to get a system for $1500 with all those parts. Is that reasonable?

Originally Posted by chuck4456 Also. Do you plan on overclocking your system?

I'm not sure. What are the advantages/ disadvantages?

[SCKiller]

Could someone give me an idea of what parts I should use? Also do I need to buy wires and sutch to connect the components or will that stuff come with them? Thanks.

[Teh OMEGA]

i'm almost positive your essential parts will come with all the necessary cords and attachments. of course you will be able to confirm this once you have your parts selected; wherever you buy it from will tell you what comes with it.

[chuck4456]

Here's one idea.
It's INTEL though.

IDEA FOR BUILD

Cases are all over the place. Antec and Coolermaster have some good ones.
Bottom mount PSU options are better, IMO. especially if you have a big CPU cooler.
Hope you can read it.

[SCKiller]

Originally Posted by chuck4456 Here's one idea. It's INTEL though. IDEA FOR BUILD Cases are all over the place. Antec and Coolermaster have some good ones. Bottom mount PSU options are better, IMO. especially if you have a big CPU cooler. Hope you can read it.

Thanks a bunch. If anyone else has suggestions let me know.

[shadowpr]

Vista or xp?

What size monitor?

What kind of games?

As a quick basic build:
MB: Asus p5q
CPU: E8500
Ram: 2x2gb ddr2-800 corsair
HD: Seagate 7200.11 500gb sata
DVD: Lite-on dvd burner, sata, retail
Video: 4850
PSU: Corsair 650
OS: Vista Home Premium OEM
Mouse and keyboard: Look in a local store for what you like
Case: Something you like.


EDIT: I know you wanted an AMD build, but I think you will get better bang for your buck with Intel right now. I'm sure someone that knows AMD better can offer a good mb and cpu substitute for the parts I picked.

[SCKiller]

I like the build that chuck4456 posted and I'm fine with Intel. Do you think the build he suggested is good? Also I think I want to go with vista.

[Alaron]

Chuck's build is just fine. Good quality parts.

[shadowpr]

You won't need the heatsink unless you're going to overclock.

And overclocking will also void your warrenty on the cpu.

[chuck4456]

Originally Posted by shadowpr You won't need the heatsink unless you're going to overclock. And overclocking will also void your warrenty on the cpu.

Well.
You shoiuldn't have to worry about a warranty if the CPU is kept cool and not overvolted.
Those HSF that come with the CPU are kind of whimpy. They were bad enough in the early Conroe days, but now they have skimped even more.
Overclocking or not, I'd go with a more substantial cooler.
Gives you abit of self assurance.

[SCKiller]

Ok I'll go with the parts you suggested. Thanks a bunch! Also what would be a good pair f speaker I could pick up at newegg?

[SCKiller]

Ok so here's the list I've decided on. Again thanks for the help.

http://s99.photobucket.com/albums/l2...terparts-1.png

[chuck4456]

Originally Posted by SCKiller Ok so here's the list I've decided on. Again thanks for the help. http://s99.photobucket.com/albums/l2...terparts-1.png

Good luck with your new build.
Report back if you have a problem.
Or just post in on it when it's up and running.

[SCKiller]

I sure will.

[SCKiller]

Ok one last question. I'm getting the Radeon HD 4870 video card and in the pictures it has two places for 6-pin power connectors to attach. Does this mean I have to attach two power cords to it? Thanks.

SAPPHIRE 100243-1GL Radeon HD 4870
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102795

[chuck4456]

Originally Posted by SCKiller Ok one last question. I'm getting the Radeon HD 4870 video card and in the pictures it has two places for 6-pin power connectors to attach. Does this mean I have to attach two power cords to it? Thanks. SAPPHIRE 100243-1GL Radeon HD 4870 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102795

Your power supply will have those.

[SCKiller]

Originally Posted by chuck4456 Your power supply will have those.

I know the power supply has them, but do I need to plug in both cord or just one?

[shadowpr]

I believe you will need to plug in both.