As the topic reads. I currently don't have a budget for this build but I don't want to go like $1,000+ but willing to do so if needed. I also want to apologize in advance for my ignorance on the subject matter. I'm only 18 and I've always had my hand held in building a computer.
Case: I know I'd like to go with a Cooler Master HAF-X. I want to keep everything inside nice and cool but if there's something equivalent or better at a better price then by all means let me know.
Processor: I can't decide between a hexa-core i7 or the Phenom II X6. The only things on processors I really get is the amount of cores and the GHz on them and I don't see much of a difference between the two, so if anyone can help me on this I'd like to know. also, heatsinks and fans. I do plan on using an after-market heatsink and fan for my processor. My main hopes with this build is keeping my hardware cool and having kick-*** performance.
Mobo: Second biggest thing I'm confused about. There's just so many to choose from that I get very confused, especially since I'm also confused about which processor to get.
RAM: As for ram, maybe 4-6 gigs. I've already got 4 gigs with my current PC but I'd kinda like to upgrade since they're only DDR2.
Graphics: As previously stated, GTX580. I don't want SLI atm due to my current power supply that I plan to re-use.
PSU: I'm currently using a 750 Watt power supply and I can't remember the manufacturer for the life of me, if I find the box I'll add it in this post.
Disc Drive: Something decent but not expensive. I don't really know what makes one so good besides maybe speeds at which they can read a disc.
Hard Drive: I will probably re-use the hard drive from my current PC but if that causes problems then steer me to something atleast 500 gigs or higher.
EDIT: Wanted to add a couple more things.
Mouse/Keyboard: This I will be re-using. They're not that great but they usually do me good in online FPS's.
Moniter: I've heard alot of different opinions on these lately, mostly with gaming in 1080p. Now, I'm not saying I want to go so far as to be able to play in 1080p but it would be nice. Apparently all that is necessary is a 24" moniter with 1ms input lag (or something like that, can't remember from the discussion). This is something I'll probably pick up later anyways because my current 19" is doing me fine.
I'd greatly appreciate anyone that can help me with making this build, and yes I know Battlefield 3 isn't released yet, or is the beta, but this is based on pure speculation on what hardware is needed. If you really don't know then atleast use Crysis 2 as a better reference. I also know it sounds kinda dumb to build a PC around one game but the way I figure it is if I can run this game with atleast medium settings then most other games these days I should run fine without problems. Again, thank you to anyone willing to help me with building this PC.
Case: I know I'd like to go with a Cooler Master HAF-X. I want to keep everything inside nice and cool but if there's something equivalent or better at a better price then by all means let me know.
Processor: I can't decide between a hexa-core i7 or the Phenom II X6. The only things on processors I really get is the amount of cores and the GHz on them and I don't see much of a difference between the two, so if anyone can help me on this I'd like to know. also, heatsinks and fans. I do plan on using an after-market heatsink and fan for my processor. My main hopes with this build is keeping my hardware cool and having kick-*** performance.
Mobo: Second biggest thing I'm confused about. There's just so many to choose from that I get very confused, especially since I'm also confused about which processor to get.
RAM: As for ram, maybe 4-6 gigs. I've already got 4 gigs with my current PC but I'd kinda like to upgrade since they're only DDR2.
Graphics: As previously stated, GTX580. I don't want SLI atm due to my current power supply that I plan to re-use.
PSU: I'm currently using a 750 Watt power supply and I can't remember the manufacturer for the life of me, if I find the box I'll add it in this post.
Disc Drive: Something decent but not expensive. I don't really know what makes one so good besides maybe speeds at which they can read a disc.
Hard Drive: I will probably re-use the hard drive from my current PC but if that causes problems then steer me to something atleast 500 gigs or higher.
EDIT: Wanted to add a couple more things.
Mouse/Keyboard: This I will be re-using. They're not that great but they usually do me good in online FPS's.
Moniter: I've heard alot of different opinions on these lately, mostly with gaming in 1080p. Now, I'm not saying I want to go so far as to be able to play in 1080p but it would be nice. Apparently all that is necessary is a 24" moniter with 1ms input lag (or something like that, can't remember from the discussion). This is something I'll probably pick up later anyways because my current 19" is doing me fine.
I'd greatly appreciate anyone that can help me with making this build, and yes I know Battlefield 3 isn't released yet, or is the beta, but this is based on pure speculation on what hardware is needed. If you really don't know then atleast use Crysis 2 as a better reference. I also know it sounds kinda dumb to build a PC around one game but the way I figure it is if I can run this game with atleast medium settings then most other games these days I should run fine without problems. Again, thank you to anyone willing to help me with building this PC.
