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| Thread ID: 97918 | 2009-03-04 07:01:00 | Lets Build a PC March 2009 | Metla (12) | PC World Chat |
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| 753352 | 2009-06-10 23:38:00 | Thanks Brooko, that list is great. I'm just looking through everything at the moment, though I must say I kinda like the look of the AMD X2 7750 (same speed but the box looks cooler, and is only $2 dearer). Thanks for pointing out that mother board too, but I have a question regarding it: C.L. (computerlounge?) says it has DDR2 1066 support, but the RAM you picked is DDR2 800. Does 1066 automatically qualify support for 800? Or do they operate exclusively of one another? |
Ancient Engine (14673) | ||
| 753353 | 2009-06-11 00:00:00 | Also, can I get a video-card that is able to recording streaming video? Example: if I get a TV tuner for the PC, can I record onto the hard drive or something like that? | Ancient Engine (14673) | ||
| 753354 | 2009-06-11 00:18:00 | TV tuners may have video in on them. But it'll be a separate card from a videocard. It may come with a program, so you can record from external sources. | Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 753355 | 2009-06-11 00:41:00 | Oh, I see. Well, that would be extra anyway. Do you have any recommendations on monitor brands? |
Ancient Engine (14673) | ||
| 753356 | 2009-06-11 00:52:00 | Viewsonic, LG, Samsung, Asus. | wratterus (105) | ||
| 753357 | 2009-06-11 01:00:00 | Cheers wratterus, and thanks Speedy, and Tunez and Brooko for your help too. I definitely feel better about buying components and whatnots now. | Ancient Engine (14673) | ||
| 753358 | 2009-06-11 01:02:00 | Depends on how much you want to spend on a monitor. And how big it is And whats on it (VGA, DVI or HDMI, or all 3). And whether you want an HD compat monitor. The monitor I'm using here, is a 22' viewsonic with all 3 on it. Which is a good thing to have, since I can connect the Xbox to it with HDMI (and use the DVI connection for the computer). All I have to do, is press a button to switch between the 2. The only other monitor I've got here is an AOC (but its a CRT, not an LCD). I havent really tried any other brand of monitor (well I had a dick smith one, but its dead, and gone). That doesnt count :p |
Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
| 753359 | 2009-06-11 10:58:00 | AE The Mobo I listed will support 1 DIMM at 1066 - but not 2. Although ASUS make really good boards, it's still very much a budget mobo. 2 x 2Gb sticks of DDR2 800 will definitely work though - but if you do decide to go with it, check with CL re the compatibility before you buy (that way you have a comeback - just in case). The 5200+ I listed for you is a 65W, with 128Kb L1 cache, and 512Kb L2 cache The AMD2 7750 you mentioned - is a 95W with 128Kb L1 cache, 512Kb L2 cache, and 2048Kb L3 cache. It's also a 'black' edition with unlocked multiplier - so easier to o/clock - but with the mobo you have, I don't think you'd be doing a lot of oc'ing anyway. Yes - it's a better performing CPU for a $2 difference - but will use more power and generate a little more heat. Probably worth it for a bit better performance though. Of all the components I listed for you, I was actually a bit 'torn'. It would give you a medium gaming experience - but with your budget, you won't get higher unless you trade-off quality - or up the budget. You could go a cheaper case - but the Antec 300 is a really sturdy case, good airflow, and can be used for your next build down the track. If you do end up stepping up a notch in the next 3-5 years, chances are you'll be doing mobo, cpu, ram, psu and vid card all at once again. If you were planning on upgrading existing components in the next 1-2 years though, I'd save, outlay more $$ on a better mobo, and psu now. I'd go to 520-550w on the PSU (because that then covers you for a 4870 or GTX260 in the future). I'd also get a mid range board with 4 Ram dimms & decent scalability. It all adds up though - and only you can make the choice. To give you an idea - the rig in my sig was about $2800 to build. But it runs like a dream. And my next upgrade will be the whole system - hopefully in about 4-5 years. |
Brooko (8444) | ||
| 753360 | 2009-06-13 05:17:00 | Cheers, I'll keep that in mind. Maybe I will look for a more flexible mobo. I have to say though, all I really wanted is a simple pc, cos the one I have now is heading to five years old and it's practically dead. My mouse and keyboard are almost 10 years old too. However, what you've said certainly has given me a bit more insight into what is practical, and what would actually be a good investment. I did have some intent to purchase a more 'hardcore' rig at some stage, possibly next year.If I can reuse parts that would be seem to me the best idea. | Ancient Engine (14673) | ||
| 753361 | 2009-06-13 07:08:00 | Depends what the parts are, you can re-use floppies / hdd's and maybe ram (if the new mobo supports the same kind of ram). The only thing you may not be able to re-use is the CPU. | Speedy Gonzales (78) | ||
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