Thinking about building a desktop pc for the first time..

[Krieger88]

So I've decided I want to build my own pc for the first time and wanted to see what other people thought of my potential buys before I finalize an order eventually. I welcome tips and recommendations.
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1. Pc Case:

2. Graphics card:

3. Mother Board:

4. Sound Card:

5. Ram:

6. Cd Drive:

7. Fan:

8. Processor:

I won't be getting a monitor as I use my 42" plasma tv (1080p) as one.

 

[Ownaholic]

Well, there is a lot to learn and a lot to think about before you dive right in.

My biggest question to you is this: What will you be using it for?
Second biggest question is: How much are you willing to spend?

Also, check out these videos by Newegg:
Newegg TV: How To Build a Computer - Part 1 - Choosing Your Components - YouTube
Newegg TV: How To Build a Computer - Part 2 - The Build - YouTube
Newegg TV: How To Build a Computer - Part 3 - Installing Windows & Finishing Touches - YouTube

They are basically very detailed walkthroughs of "how to build a computer", from the planning phase, all to actually installing the components inside the computer case.

I recently just built my own computer using this guide, and I was a first time builder, and these videos helped me out a lot.

Oh, also, check out PassMark Software - CPU Benchmark Charts
This place compares CPU scores, and they have a video card section as well. I found it veryyy helpful in determining the difference between one CPU and another.

One of the most important things I can tell you is to wait and plan. It took me about three months before I actually bought the parts.

But yeah, first let us know what you will use the PC for, and what your price range is.

Good luck!

 

[MindoverMaster]

Oh, also, check out PassMark Software - CPU Benchmark Charts
This place compares CPU scores, and they have a video card section as well. I found it veryyy helpful in determining the difference between one CPU and another.

They have benchmark charts at Tom's Hardware: Hardware News, Tests and Reviews too. What I go by most often.

 

[Ownaholic]

They have benchmark charts at Tom's Hardware: Hardware News, Tests and Reviews too. What I go by most often.

^ Agreed.
Forgot about Tom's Hardware, but that's a good place as well.

 

[Roark]

My personal favorite: http://www.anandtech.com/bench.

Krieger, post a budget, what country you're in, and what you're going to be mainly using it for.
I'm sure people here will be more than happy to start throwing out suggestions.