Am I picking these computer parts right? 2.0

[Choi]

2.0 because deletion

The selection I'm currently picking out
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Al05
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AlOF
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Aw4o

I probably won't need a power supply since my sister's bf gave me his 500 watt power supply. I can get some upgrades as long as it's under $700. I also have almost no idea what I'm picking out.

[Ad Bot]

[Momentum]

do you really need a monitor

[Choi]

Yes, my old monitor was junked

[Ben Grapevine]

the cpu is a little weak

[Nexus]

That processor is overpriced, you can get a much better processor for less money.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103727

[Choi]

That processor is overpriced, you can get a much better processor for less money.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103727

Thanks, updated the list

[Racerboy]

Instead of making a new topic, would you mind if I left my build that I'm working on here? I was going to go with a Phenom processor, but someone told me that FX's are better...I've been working on this build for the past 3 weeks or so...if you want me to remove it I will.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/yt43

[Choi]

I don't mind, this is a pretty good website

[Racerboy]

I don't mind, this is a pretty good website

If you end up buying that Phenom, and before I buy my build (which could be as late as Spring), tell me how you like it :)

Edit: I talked to some friends, and they said to go with a Phenom as well...so new link: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AmnT

[AfterShock]

If you end up buying that Phenom, and before I buy my build (which could be as late as Spring), tell me how you like it :)

Edit: I talked to some friends, and they said to go with a Phenom as well...so new link: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AmnT

I have the 7770, while I admit it's good, I feel I'd be a little happier with the 7850. If you're willing to dish out a bit more, look into that.
Also, I see no reason to spend $50 on 8 gigs of RAM when you can shave that in half, and see extremely minor performance difference.

[Choi]

Do I need a CPU cooler?

[Zeblote]

Do I need a CPU cooler?

Yes
You can also use the one that comes with the cpu (if you buy boxed) but those do generally suck extremely and make more noise than the whole pc so go ahead and buy a good cpu cooler

[SpreadsPlague]

Do I need a CPU cooler?

if you're not overclocking you can just use the one that comes with your CPU.

[SiliconCactus]

Instead of making a new topic, would you mind if I left my build that I'm working on here? I was going to go with a Phenom processor, but someone told me that FX's are better...I've been working on this build for the past 3 weeks or so...if you want me to remove it I will.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/yt43

I'll join this party too
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AwOM

[Bisjac]

Do I need a CPU cooler?

no. the fan that comes with the motherboard is just fine.

you can even upgrade the fan if you want, but its really not needed.