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Looking to build a new desktop from scratch - Need parts guidance!
Hey, I plan on making a new pc myself instead of buying one. Ever since I got this last computer, I've been afraid that most brands of desktops aren't worth the money. I've heard plenty of stories where people make computers themselves and get a resulting computer that's as good as something that costs 1.5x as much as they spent.
So.. Where to start. First off, I would love to know what a few good parts are for mid-range graphics when gaming (most/any games aside from high-end rig requiring ones). I would like something reliable but not costly, but anything that would contribute to a computer that costs between $800 and $1400 to build would be ok I hope.
I need suggestions for:
Case
PSU
GPU
HDD size and brand
MOBO's - no clue about these really at all
Processors
Information on any other components or hardware I would want in a pc
I'm not exactly what anyone would call a computer guru, I have hardly a clue what I'm doing besides putting it together. I know what I believe are the basics for the PSU, which helps me figure out what's going to be compatible power-wise. Aside from that, not really sure what parts are needed for what I want to do..
Custom build suggestions you have with a full parts list in the price range I stated is definitely appreciated. If you have information on pricing for what I'm aiming to build, even without the parts listed, I'd be happy. I'm not planning on doing this a week from now or anything, but I do want to know what I'm getting into.
Feel free to ask ANY questions. I plan on posting a few cases I'm interested in to get started, along with an acceptable psu. I'll be editing this post to include any parts I'm interested in. Feedback is greatly appreciated.
EDIT:
What I've come across so far--
PSU:
Cooler Master SPG 800w (Modular) - $150-200
http://www.coolermaster.com/product.php?product_id=6659
Thermaltake TR2 800P - ~$120
http://www.thermaltakeusa.com/Produc...C=1266&ID=1938
The Skinny:
-SPG 800w is 80+Gold rated, has an ultra-silent* fan (big turn-on. Costs a bit much.
-TR2 800P is 80+Bronze rated which is meh, no silencing fan. Much cheaper.
Not sure about the technical differences, you'd have to mention them. The voltage and amperage is similar but I think the TR2 800P is more powerful overall which might be a bad thing...?
Last edited by KilSetY; 17 Dec 2012 at 17:10.