build cheap computer, need help plz

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lonz358

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Hey everyone I'm new and would appreciate it if any of you can help me with a few questions.

I'm currently using a HP Compaq dc5000 Small Form Factor PC, yea I know old lol but I'm tired of this antique and want to upgrade to something little better. So I would like to know if I can buy a new "cheap" motherboard and graphics card can I use parts in this computer to put in the new one? I know i can put the hard drive, dvd drive etc. but what about the processor and things like that because I have never built a computer before and need some help. I have 759 ram but its ddr so I will need a motherboard that supports it or it will go to waste.

I have a $300.00 budget to work with, Thanks
 
I don't know the dimensions of your case, I can't say that everything will fit

and as stalin pointed out, power supply is crappy.
 
I still believe that my build is superior, considering that you get over $50 of rebates as well which would bring it to around $300. I know your about to say dont depend on rebates but still. If i swapped the video card for the one you stated then surely it would be under $300.
 
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