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Author Topic: I need help on my new PC im going to build  (Read 1121 times)

(yes I know, Lego Lad made a thread almost exactly like this)
Alright, I think its time I get a new PC. I dont even have a PC at the moment actually, ive been having to use a laptop to run my games.

This is my build:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/YXzN4D
Specs for those to lazy to click the link:
Processor: Dual Core Pentium G3258 (going to OC this when I get a better CPU cooler)
RAM: Crucial Ballistix Sport 4gb RAM (can be added onto later through time)
Hard Drive: Seagate 1TB 7200rpm HD
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GT 730 2GB DDR5 VRAM
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912
PSU: Corsair 430W 80+ Bronze

My budget is around $500 and I need a monitor (hdmi would be nice pls). I would like the best specs with the lowest price possible. Please improve on my build or try to make an even better one than mine.

wow this died almost immediately


Looks pretty good, it's just that Pentium processors aren't that great. Also, you should get a case with USB 3.0 ports as well. You also don't need case fans, the case already has some.
« Last Edit: May 30, 2015, 07:35:27 PM by Mr Queeba »

Try getting a nice and decent AMD CPU.
I want to stick with Intel. I personally like Intel alot.
You also don't need case fans, the case already has some.
I wanted them for extra cooling, but I guess the ones in the case will do fine for now.
Oh, you should get a case with USB 3.0 ports, too.
Suggestions?

You can definitely do better for $500, gimme a minute and I'll put something together
EDIT:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B85M-GAMING 3 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($41.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($47.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($50.45 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 270 2GB DirectCU II Video Card  ($139.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Antec One ATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 450W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($26.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer  ($9.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 OEM (64-bit)  ($86.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $484.12
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-30 19:56 EDT-0400

EDIT 2: Changed a few things
« Last Edit: May 30, 2015, 07:56:41 PM by Pentium »

I want to stick with Intel. I personally like Intel alot.I wanted them for extra cooling, but I guess the ones in the case will do fine for now.Suggestions?
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/K4wHZL
It's $100 more, but it has better stuff. Better Intel CPU, case with USB 3.0, More RAM, an optical drive, and I replaced the Seagate drive with a WD drive because Seagate drives are bad and have high failure rates.

Guys I need a monitor to go with this, I dont have one lying around. I already have a disk drive lying around.

Guys I need a monitor to go with this, I dont have one lying around. I already have a disk drive lying around.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/XKxk3C

You can definitely do better for $500, gimme a minute and I'll put something together
EDIT:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant




27 dollar power supply makes me nervous.

27 dollar power supply makes me nervous.
It's actually a $60 PSU, just with a massive MIR

27 dollar power supply makes me nervous.
Eh, it's made by Corsair, is 80 + Gold certified and normally $60. Not great, but for a cheaper build, it'll do IMO.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/hQM2GX
You are not helping, I hope you know that.
You can definitely do better for $500, gimme a minute and I'll put something together
EDIT:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($43.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($47.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($50.45 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 270 2GB DirectCU II Video Card  ($139.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Antec One ATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 450W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($26.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 OEM (64-bit)  ($86.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $476.13
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-30 19:48 EDT-0400
Needs a case with USB 3.0, and a monitor, but other than that it looks good.

Just updated the build; case already has USB 3 but the old board didn't, should be fixed now. You're not going to get a monitor within your budget though unless you're willing to cut corners.

I want to stick with Intel. I personally like Intel alot.
honey i like intel too but sometimes you just have to settle for second best when you're on a budget. i had to make do with a $55 AMD (it's only like $27 now) for 6 years before i got my new computer.