Chaos_Wraith
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In early January i decided that my computer was getting old and slow. I thought rather than upgrading it would just start from the begining with a new computer and upgrade that when it needs it.
However I'm not too good with PC components. I've looked at many reviews, specs and info sites but I'm still not entirely sure if what I'm buying is ok.
What I'm aiming at is an average quality gaming PC. My budget is £650-£800 (maybe abit more if its worth it).
I've mainly been using customize web sites to practice putting together a spec and get an idea of final prices. My question is if this spec i put together on PCSPECIALIST.CO.UK - Custom PCs, Custom Computers, Custom PC, Desktop PC, Custom Built Computers, Gaming PC is worth the money and if its an average gaming computer that can be upgraded as time goes on.
Total price £809
(a few days ago i posted this on anothe forum and since then i have changed a few things. please tell me if the changes were a good thing. After the changes the price didn't change )
Processor (CPU)
AMD PHENOM II X4 965 SOCKET AM3 (3.40GHz/8MB CACHE) - BLACK EDITION
(Before changes - Intel® Core™2 Quad Q9650 (3.00GHz) 1333MHz FSB/12MB Cache)
Memory (RAM)
4GB CORSAIR DDR3 DUAL-DDR3 1333MHz - LIFETIME WARRANTY!
(Before changes - 2GB CORSAIR DUAL-DDR2 800MHz)
Motherboard
ASUS® M4A77TD: DUAL DDR3, S-ATA II, 2 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 3 x PCI
Operating System
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit - inc DVD & Licence (£79)
USB Options
8 x USB 2.0 PORTS (6 REAR + 2 FRONT) AS STANDARD
Memory - 1st Hard Disk
500GB SERIAL ATA 3-Gb/s HARD DRIVE WITH 8MB CACHE (7,200rpm)
(Before changes - 250GB SERIAL ATA 3-Gb/s HARD DRIVE WITH 8MB CACHE (7,200rpm))
1st DVD/BLU-RAY Drive
22x DUAL LAYER DVD WRITER ±R/±RW/RAM
Graphics Card
1GB ATI RADEON™ HD 5770 PCI EXPRESS - DirectX® 11
(Before changes - 1GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GT240 PCI EXPRESS )
Sound Card
ONBOARD 8 CHANNEL (7.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO
Network Facilities
ONBOARD 10/100/1000 GIGABIT LAN PORT
Case
PCS MAELSTROM T900 BLACK GAMING CASE
Power Supply & Case Cooling
450W Quiet Dual Rail PSU + 120mm Case Fan (£25)
(Before changes - 600W Quiet Quad Rail PSU + 120mm Case Fan)
Processor Cooling
SUPER QUIET 22dBA TRIPLE COPPER HEATPIPE CPU COOLER (£19)
Anti-Virus
MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS - Free Basic Protection
Home Installation
Technician Assisted Installation & Set-Up + Wireless Internet + Family Surf Control (£99)
Warranty
1 Year Return-to-Base incl 1 Year Free Collect & Return (£5)
Delivery
STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
Build Time
Standard Build - Approximately 6 to 8 working days
If I could better in any way please tell me where and how
Thanks
However I'm not too good with PC components. I've looked at many reviews, specs and info sites but I'm still not entirely sure if what I'm buying is ok.
What I'm aiming at is an average quality gaming PC. My budget is £650-£800 (maybe abit more if its worth it).
I've mainly been using customize web sites to practice putting together a spec and get an idea of final prices. My question is if this spec i put together on PCSPECIALIST.CO.UK - Custom PCs, Custom Computers, Custom PC, Desktop PC, Custom Built Computers, Gaming PC is worth the money and if its an average gaming computer that can be upgraded as time goes on.
Total price £809
(a few days ago i posted this on anothe forum and since then i have changed a few things. please tell me if the changes were a good thing. After the changes the price didn't change )
Processor (CPU)
AMD PHENOM II X4 965 SOCKET AM3 (3.40GHz/8MB CACHE) - BLACK EDITION
(Before changes - Intel® Core™2 Quad Q9650 (3.00GHz) 1333MHz FSB/12MB Cache)
Memory (RAM)
4GB CORSAIR DDR3 DUAL-DDR3 1333MHz - LIFETIME WARRANTY!
(Before changes - 2GB CORSAIR DUAL-DDR2 800MHz)
Motherboard
ASUS® M4A77TD: DUAL DDR3, S-ATA II, 2 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x1, 3 x PCI
Operating System
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit - inc DVD & Licence (£79)
USB Options
8 x USB 2.0 PORTS (6 REAR + 2 FRONT) AS STANDARD
Memory - 1st Hard Disk
500GB SERIAL ATA 3-Gb/s HARD DRIVE WITH 8MB CACHE (7,200rpm)
(Before changes - 250GB SERIAL ATA 3-Gb/s HARD DRIVE WITH 8MB CACHE (7,200rpm))
1st DVD/BLU-RAY Drive
22x DUAL LAYER DVD WRITER ±R/±RW/RAM
Graphics Card
1GB ATI RADEON™ HD 5770 PCI EXPRESS - DirectX® 11
(Before changes - 1GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GT240 PCI EXPRESS )
Sound Card
ONBOARD 8 CHANNEL (7.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO
Network Facilities
ONBOARD 10/100/1000 GIGABIT LAN PORT
Case
PCS MAELSTROM T900 BLACK GAMING CASE
Power Supply & Case Cooling
450W Quiet Dual Rail PSU + 120mm Case Fan (£25)
(Before changes - 600W Quiet Quad Rail PSU + 120mm Case Fan)
Processor Cooling
SUPER QUIET 22dBA TRIPLE COPPER HEATPIPE CPU COOLER (£19)
Anti-Virus
MICROSOFT SECURITY ESSENTIALS - Free Basic Protection
Home Installation
Technician Assisted Installation & Set-Up + Wireless Internet + Family Surf Control (£99)
Warranty
1 Year Return-to-Base incl 1 Year Free Collect & Return (£5)
Delivery
STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
Build Time
Standard Build - Approximately 6 to 8 working days
If I could better in any way please tell me where and how
Thanks