In need of a new computer

[Brettshock]

Simply put, I need a new computer, my current computer is about 5 years old and simply doesn't work anymore. I would build a new one, but I'm not good enough with hardware to do it, so I'm looking for a new cheap PC that will get the job done. It doesn't need to be "New" as in a current model, I'd be fine with something 1 - 2 years old. Anyone have any suggestions?

[Neeko]

The build of the month setups are generally a good place to start... they're on the front page of MMOChamp and they give a good general idea for whatever ur pricerange is

[Arslay]

Not good enough with hardware! It's like building legos, plus, we can always help you if you get in trouble. There are thousands of youtube videos to help you.

Also
-Budget
-Uses
-What can u reuse

[Arisfarreach]

"If you can dodge a wrench, you can build a PC."

You should really build your own. You'll learn a lot along the way, and like Arslay said, there are thousands of references out there. You'd be more than fine.

[Brettshock]

Not good enough with hardware! It's like building legos, plus, we can always help you if you get in trouble. There are thousands of youtube videos to help you.

Also
-Budget
-Uses
-What can u reuse

- Less than 500, could possibly splurge for more
- Gaming
- Really the only thing that works is the monitor, mouse and keyboard.

[Drunkenvalley]

Are you American, European (in which case we really need a country for reference) or Australian?

[Brettshock]

Are you American, European (in which case we really need a country for reference) or Australian?

I am American.

[Arslay]

Good thing you can use your peripherals =).

Try the $500 dollar build from here http://www.mmo-champion.com/threads/...pot-quot-Build.

If you could possibly spare an extra $50 for a lot more future upgrade-ability go for a p67/z68 Motherboard instead of that h61 mentioned.
Ex: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128487

If you take the $500 dollar build an put in a p67/z68- something like the one linked you would have a mid power gaming build with a ton of features and one that can be heavily upgraded.

[Deleted]

Z68 is the way to go at the moment with Sandy Bridge and a 2500K. Seems to be the new Q6600 of this year.

[Drunkenvalley]

Using newegg.com
NZXT Gamma Classic
Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB
EVGA GTS 450
G.Skill Value Series 8GB (2x4GB) DD3 1333MHz
AsRock H61ICafe
Intel i3 2100 + Corsair CX500 bundle

Total price: $505.93

OP, are you sure you can't pump up the price? You've chosen a particular price-range where you don't need to invest much more to get a sharp increase in performance.

[c313]

Prebuilt are generally a ripoff. You won't start seeing good prebuilts until the 700-1000$ range, If your budget is only 500ish id strongly suggest learning how to build a PC because with that much. Your best option is to buy parts separately

[Drunkenvalley]

/facepalm
Hadn't noticed that he doesn't want to build it himself.

[Neeko]

/facepalm
Hadn't noticed that he doesn't want to build it himself.

Self built 500 eur pc's can be quality, pre-built 500 euro pcs are 101% pure shit.
and i'm talking euros here, wonder what it would be with dollars.

If you dont have alot to spend, build it urself, and when u do have alot to spend, build it urself. Theres no reason not to since the internet can hold your hand while ur doing it. ( and so can mmo-champ forum)