Computer Challenge!!

[Kanevil]

Ok, I want to know if it's possible to build a computer that can get 30 fps min in a 25 man raid with "Good" graphics enabled for about... $400.

You will not have to get a hard drive, and you can go over the $400 mark, but the cheaper the better.

Im makin this post to give you bored computer lovers something to do, and so that I can beg my parents to upgrade my 2 fps computer with a new beauty.

I have a GeForce 8400 GS DDR2 512mb PCIe 2.0 graphics card. I believe it's compatible with Win7, but not 100%. If it is, then you can use this in your builds to help you out.

Have fun with this guys. If you have any questions, just post em.. Ill check it every now and then, because i'm farming for Aeonaxx. Wish me luck!

[Adon]

Please list the parts in your current rig. Do you have a copy of windows 7 64bit already? Do you want a new case?
That 8400gs won't cut it.

Windows7 64bit = $100
Case = $50

You can see where this is going already. If you have a few parts that are good enough to re-use you'll save some cash. Are you willing and able to put the parts together yourself?

[thediceman]

---------- Post added 2011-11-18 at 11:58 PM ----------

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Please list the parts in your current rig. Do you have a copy of windows 7 64bit already? Do you want a new case?
That 8400gs won't cut it.

Windows7 64bit = $100
Case = $50

You can see where this is going already. If you have a few parts that are good enough to re-use you'll save some cash. Are you willing and able to put the parts together yourself?

Infracted. See below post for explanation.

[TaintedOne]

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I suggest you go reread the forum guidelines

7. Discussing or suggestion illegal downloading of software (aka pirating software) is not permitted.

[Kanevil]

The computer I have is un-upgradable, that's why I want a new one. I'm willing to use my HD if it'll work in the new compt tho.

[DeltrusDisc]

What resolution are you planning to play at?

[Kanevil]

1680/1050 Wide

[JonBeMerkin]

CPU: Intel Pentium G620 Sandy Bridge 2.6GHz 2 x 256KB L2 Cache 3MB L3 Cache LGA 1155 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor BX80623G620 @ $73

Motherboard: ASRock H61M-VS LGA 1155 Intel H61 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard @ $54

RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory Model F3-10666CL9D-4GBXL @ $29

Graphics: XFX HD-677X-ZNLC Radeon HD 6770 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card @ $90

Hard Disk: SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD103SJ 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive @ $70

DVD Burner: LITE-ON DVD Burner - Bulk 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM Black SATA Model iHAS124-04 - OEM @ $19

Power Supply: CORSAIR Builder Series CX600 V2 600W ATX12V v2.3 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC Power Supply @ $50

Case: HEC Blitz Black Steel Edition ATX Mid Tower Computer Chassis Gaming Case w/ Front Blue LED 120mm Fan & Top 120mm Fan @ $40

[DeltrusDisc]

Hard Disk: SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD103SJ 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive @ $70

DVD Burner: LITE-ON DVD Burner - Bulk 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM Black SATA Model iHAS124-04 - OEM @ $19

Everything is fine except these two parts.

1) He will *not* find that HDD for $70 anymore, at least not for a long time, try $150. Plus he has a HDD already, so he would just format it and then install Win7 to it, back up all files on said HDD first.

2) He could probably save $20 by pulling his current CD/DVD drive out of his current PC.

[glo]

Total price: $392 without shipping. If shipping goes over 400, swap out the cpu with an Intel G620.

NZXT M59 - 001BK Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case $50
HIS H675FS1G Radeon HD 6750 1GB $85
OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W $67 - put in the recommended promo code
G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB $25
BIOSTAR H61MGC $50
Intel Core i3-2100 $125
Use your existing HDD drive due to them being 200%+ marked up right now because of the Thailand flooding. The case even comes with a notebook to 3.5 adapter. $0

[DeltrusDisc]

The i3-2100 is showing up as $125 for me. =X

[glo]

The i3-2100 is showing up as $125 for me. =X

Yeah, forgot to change the price. I had a saved template I just changed around. Total price is the same though.

You could drop the i3 for a G620 for slightly reduced performance and save $55ish.

[Kanevil]

Total price: $392 without shipping. If shipping goes over 400, swap out the cpu with an Intel G620.

NZXT M59 - 001BK Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case $50
HIS H675FS1G Radeon HD 6750 1GB $85
OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W $67 - put in the recommended promo code
G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB $25
BIOSTAR H61MGC $50
Intel Core i3-2100 $125
Use your existing HDD drive due to them being 200%+ marked up right now because of the Thailand flooding. The case even comes with a notebook to 3.5 adapter. $0

Shipping is approx $12, and there is a $50 mail in rebate on the Power Supply. I'm lovin this so far, i'll have to check out Jon's now.

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Would it be possible to switch http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811146058 with http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811121096?

[glo]

Shipping is approx $12, and there is a $50 mail in rebate on the Power Supply. I'm lovin this so far, i'll have to check out Jon's now.

---------- Post added 2011-11-19 at 02:05 AM ----------

Would it be possible to switch http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811146058 with http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811121096?

Yup, definitely. I linked that once since it has decent fands (with LEDs in them), a side window, and decent build quality.

Another thing to keep in mind, you could drop the 2100 and get a g620 and save 50$, then pick up a better GPU such as: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814161387.

You'll see a slight hit in CPU intensive games like WoW and source based games, but you'll get a considerable performance boost in just about all others

[Kanevil]

glo's build

JonBeMerkin's build

Case

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811146058 $50 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811121096 $40

Vid Card

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814161395 $85 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150540 $90

Power Supply

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817341017 $67 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139028 $60

Ram

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231274 $25 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231425 $25

Mobo

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138332 $50 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813157241 $60

Cpu

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115078 $125 >< http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819116399$73

Help me decide pls.

---------- Post added 2011-11-19 at 02:40 AM ----------

Im makin this compt to be able to be upgraded if I can do it. But mainly for WoW. Keep that in mind pls.

[Dizey]

You unfortunately missed out on yesterdays shell shocker deal on NE. They had an i3 2120 barebone system for $294. It even included a 1TB HDD. Keep watching though, it may come back again. Black Friday is coming too so you may be able to manage a pretty nice system on such a low budget if you can wait.

Fry's has the Antec 300 case on sale for $38 with 8 MIR this week - $30 - http://www.frys.com/product/5520150?...pages%20page:6
Frys also has an i3 550 for $90 atm, which tbh isnt a bad deal if you don't mind using the older LGA1156. I wouldn't.

That same OCZ PSU at Ncix for $44 after MIR - http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=330...y&promoid=1190
The i3 2100 $ 119.99 - http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=583...l&promoid=1368

With the little bit I just saved you, you can probably grab this video card instead:
MSI GTX 460 Hawk 1GB - $129.99 after MIR - http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=554...r&promoid=1190
or if that's too much,
XFX HD 6770 1GB $99.99 after MIR - http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=610...X&promoid=1190

Keep in mind that NCIX will price match everyone, and it's free shipping on all orders over $50 and under 200lbs, so you can get everything through them if you only want to deal with one retailer. I don't think NE will do the same unfortunately, but you can check. Fry's will also price match if you live near one. Check and see if you live near a MicroCenter as well since they always have crazy deals. They sell the i3 2100 in store for $99.99.

Best of Luck

[Kanevil]

I like that Case. It's simple, yet sturdy.

[DeltrusDisc]

Xigmatek Asgard II

Links to all 3 available. Very good and very low price case! From an extremely reputable company as well!

[Asera]

All in USD, drive not included as requested. No DVD drive (scavenge one IMO), No Operating System.

Fractal Design Core 1000 mATX - $40
AMD A8-3850 APU + Asus F1A75-M LE Combo - $195
2x4GiB G.Skill Sniper DDR3-1866 - $70
Antec Earthwatts EA-430D 430W Bronze - $60

Total before tax: $365 USD.

[vesseblah]

AMD A8-3850 APU + Asus F1A75-M LE Combo - $195

I seriously doubt this will run 25-man raids at 30fps which is what the OP asked for. Not even on minimum settings.