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Old 07-17-2009, 01:21 PM   #1
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Guys i need some help. I want a ultimate gaming computer, Im 16 yr old and need something that runs most or all games. What kind of processor, motherboard and video drive should i get? And how do i know if parts are compatible with each other? What does overclocked mean?

Also recommend me good part combinations so i dont get any problems.
sorry for noob questions im new
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Old 07-17-2009, 01:36 PM   #2
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Guys i need some help. I want a ultimate gaming computer, Im 16 yr old and need something that runs most or all games. What kind of processor, motherboard and video drive should i get? And how do i know if parts are compatible with each other? What does overclocked mean?

Also recommend me good part combinations so i dont get any problems.
sorry for noob questions im new
You should get whatever you can afford and runs the applications you need. What's your budget? You could spend anywhere from...$600 for something that would work to nearly $5000 for something monstrous. Most of the builds I see around here are in the $1000 range.

You'll know if the parts are compatible because we'll tell you. Overclocking is when you run a component at a faster speed than it is rated for (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=overclocking&l=1).
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Old 07-17-2009, 01:57 PM   #3
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You should get whatever you can afford and runs the applications you need. What's your budget? You could spend anywhere from...$600 for something that would work to nearly $5000 for something monstrous. Most of the builds I see around here are in the $1000 range.

You'll know if the parts are compatible because we'll tell you. Overclocking is when you run a component at a faster speed than it is rated for (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=overclocking&l=1).
Uhmm if i can go up to 1100$, but the cheaper the better. but i want good performance.

Oh and ill find some parts i would want and type it out here with link and you tell me how it is alright.
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Old 07-17-2009, 01:59 PM   #4
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What games do you play or want to play?
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Old 07-17-2009, 02:44 PM   #5
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What games do you play or want to play?
Games like Diablo 3,Crysis, Prototype, Flight simulator x.

But heres what i got so far, tell me how it is.

Case: NZXT Apollo Black SECC Steel Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - 69.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811146025

Motherboard: Intel BOXDG45ID LGA 775 Intel G45 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard - 99.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813121355

Hard Drive - Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 ST31000528AS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive 84.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148433

CPU - Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz 6MB L2 Cache LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor - 167.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...essor%20LGA775

Video Card - BFG GeForce GTS 250 OC 750MHZ 512MB 2.2GHZ DDR3 PCI-E Dual DVI-I HDTV Out Video Card - 127.54
http://www.directcanada.com/products...anufacture=BFG

RAM - CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X4096-6400C5 - 46.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145184

Power Supply- CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX 750W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Compatible with Core i7 - 109.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139006

CPU Cooler- ZALMAN CNPS10X Extreme 120mm 2 Ball CPU Cooler 79.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835118051

CD Drive - Sony Optiarc Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA DVD/CD Rewritable Drive - OEM - 31.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827118030

Grand total cost: 819.46

Btw case comes with fan too
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Old 07-17-2009, 02:48 PM   #6
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I would go with an Asus motherboard like the P5Q over the Intel, Intel motherboards are having QC problems lately. Everything else look good but you don't need to burn $80 on a Zalman CPU Cooler, it will void your warranty.
The power supply is too much for a GTS250 I would go with the same brand or a Sea Sonic but 550W
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I would also replace that hard drive with a Western Digital Caviar Black.
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I would also replace that hard drive with a Western Digital Caviar Black.
I recommend Western Digital to anyone. I have only had one drive went bad and it was an external drive. So I have only been buying WD.
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Even though that Gigabyte has some great technology, you are much better off going with an Asus P5Q Pro
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Old 07-18-2009, 10:54 AM   #11
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this is not a recommendation just a comment if i am allowed to

here is something i wish i did

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814143140

small money difference big performance and future proof jump .
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Old 07-18-2009, 12:23 PM   #12
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Even though that Gigabyte has some great technology, you are much better off going with an Asus P5Q Pro
Can you please give me direct link to one you would prefer?
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Can you please give me direct link to one you would prefer?
This is the one I am using for Intel builds that will have video cards (gaming) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131377
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Newegg doesn't have the Pro board except as an open box, the closest I would think would be the Pro Turbo. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131377
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The base P5Q is good enough.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131295
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I agree totaly.
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I agree totaly.
Khalil, You know any good guides on how to hook up a computer, Im just a bit confused with plugging it all up.
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Nemmm, what country are you in?
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Nemmm, what country are you in?
Im in Canada.
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You can't shop at Newegg.com, you have to use newegg.ca. This is going to make a difference in your list.
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You can't shop at Newegg.com, you have to use newegg.ca. This is going to make a difference in your list.
lemme recalculate
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How this look now?
Motherboard - ASUS P5Q Pro Turbo LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Xtreme Phase w/ CrossfireX and TurboV for easy OC - 134.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131377

Case -RAIDMAX Tornado ATX-238WU Black SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail - 49.49
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16811156223

Hard Drive - Western Digital Caviar Black WD7501AALS 750GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Hard Drive - OEM - 99.99
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16822136283

Video Card- BFG Tech BFGEGTS2501024E GeForce GTS 250 1GB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - 156.78
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16814143191

RAM - CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X4096-6400C5 - 51.99
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16820145184

Processor- Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz 6MB L2 Cache LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor - Retail - 189.99
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...MB%20L2%20Cach

Power supply - SeaSonic S12 Energy Plus SS-550HT 550W ATX12V V2.3 / EPS12V V2.91 SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC -109.99
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16817151027

Guys i need help on which Cooling system, and ways i can reduce price and stuff, Im from canada.
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The heatsink/fan that comes with the processor is fine for stock use and mild overclocking. The case comes with enough fans.

Being in Canada, you will have to go with this motherboard (same thing):

http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16813131377
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Khalil, You know any good guides on how to hook up a computer, Im just a bit confused with plugging it all up.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2075795_hook-up-computer.html
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