Building a budget computer.

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thread starter ultiope Jun 09 2010 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

So... So far i'm just going to get the parts from http://www.hardware-revolution.com/500-gaming-computer-quad-core-cpu/ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Any changes? 500$ish, Doesn't matter too much.

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djpinc19 06/09/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

You can attempt to follow that build you found using Newegg, TigerDirect, and Amazon and you will have a computer that retails by major name brands (Dell, HP, etc.) for $800. If your needs require such as a machine that demands a better gaming experience, you can drop more money on the video card for example. If you are lucky, you can find discounts or coupon codes over time to get better parts for cheaper. Check "techbargains.com" and "slickdeals.net". I know for a fact the Fry's Electronic stores (but never online) have great CPU and motherboard deals within a month.

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ShiroNoYami 06/09/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

You can try getting a Phenom II X2 Black Edition for the same price and unlock the other two cores if your motherboard supports that :x Other than that, it's a good build :P

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BobR + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Oooooh... I LIKE that case..! I really, REALLY like that case..! It looks a great deal like the "pro" computing equipment I'm used to working with. I like it enough that I'm almost tempted to move all four (well, currently only four) of my babies into these cases and building a rack to mount them all side-by-side. And- I've been looking for a case that would look good next to the TV for a DVR, and while I wanted a "component look" for in there, I wouldn't mind this look at all. And- Newegg has them on sale atm. Hmmm.

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ultiope 06/09/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Haha, in total its like 530$ since i live in Canada T.T. Dang shipping fees. The case looks awesome xD.

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