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Noob needs help with build
Hello all.
I am a complete noob when it comes to building computers and would like some advice on how to fill in the gaps for my planned system.
Here is what I have so far:
CPU= Phenom II 940 Black edition
Motherboard = Ga-ma790x-ud4
Graphics = Saphire 4850 x2 2gb
Ram =
Case=
PSU=
I have no idea what kind of power supply or RAM i require for this build. I was considering the Thermaltake Soprano Case because looks are not that important to my build.
I only really play BF2 and Flight Sim X at the moment but I want to future proof the computer and have great graphics.
Also, How hard is it for a noob to buy all these components and install it? Fairly simple I assume?
Any advice would be appreciated.
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I am a complete noob when it comes to building computers and would like some advice on how to fill in the gaps for my planned system.
Here is what I have so far:
CPU= Phenom II 940 Black edition
Motherboard = Ga-ma790x-ud4
Graphics = Saphire 4850 x2 2gb
Ram =
Case=
PSU=
I have no idea what kind of power supply or RAM i require for this build. I was considering the Thermaltake Soprano Case because looks are not that important to my build.
I only really play BF2 and Flight Sim X at the moment but I want to future proof the computer and have great graphics.
Also, How hard is it for a noob to buy all these components and install it? Fairly simple I assume?
Any advice would be appreciated.
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Hope your getting the combo deal. SAves you 50$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.165047
For RAM suggest a DDR2 2x2gb 800 set atleast. Some quality ones can be had for cheap(!) now. Lots of people having good experiences with G Skill lately. Mushkin corsair and crucial are good brands FWIH.
Case is really up to what you want to spend. For somewhat cheap i suggest a CM590 or Antec300 great enthusiast boards on a budget. Air cooling on both is great.
OC that quad and get a nice 1283 xigmatek (120mm) cooler.
Antec, corsair, PC power and cooling are great PSU brands. As far as rated wattage is concerned someone else is going to have to help on that. I would guess 650 or better to be safe on your rig...
Originally Posted by rangibro  Hello all. I am a complete noob when it comes to building computers and would like some advice on how to fill in the gaps for my planned system. Here is what I have so far: CPU= Phenom II 940 Black edition Motherboard = Ga-ma790x-ud4 Graphics = Saphire 4850 x2 2gb Ram = Case= PSU= I have no idea what kind of power supply or RAM i require for this build. I was considering the Thermaltake Soprano Case because looks are not that important to my build. I only really play BF2 and Flight Sim X at the moment but I want to future proof the computer and have great graphics. Also, How hard is it for a noob to buy all these components and install it? Fairly simple I assume? Any advice would be appreciated.
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.165047
For RAM suggest a DDR2 2x2gb 800 set atleast. Some quality ones can be had for cheap(!) now. Lots of people having good experiences with G Skill lately. Mushkin corsair and crucial are good brands FWIH.
Case is really up to what you want to spend. For somewhat cheap i suggest a CM590 or Antec300 great enthusiast boards on a budget. Air cooling on both is great.
OC that quad and get a nice 1283 xigmatek (120mm) cooler.
Antec, corsair, PC power and cooling are great PSU brands. As far as rated wattage is concerned someone else is going to have to help on that. I would guess 650 or better to be safe on your rig...
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Easy. My sig rig is my first non prebuilt comp. Went together quite simply.
Originally Posted by rangibro Also, How hard is it for a noob to buy all these components and install it? Fairly simple I assume?
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I suppose the main motivation here is price. Is it really worth the extra money to use the intel quad 9650? I was told that the difference between the phenom and the intel is something that I would not notice on my system.
However, if you want to suggest other combinations then I suppose that is what Im asking.
Thanks
Originally Posted by bebster If you have never built a pc before, I would suggest looking at a fe guides/videos on the Internet. It is really easy to do though. Are you sure you want an AMD build? At the moment intel is dominating just about every niche. In terms of a power supply, don't get a cheapo one or one that comes with a case - I have seen so many systems destroyed by shoddy psus. |
However, if you want to suggest other combinations then I suppose that is what Im asking.
Thanks
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Not since the PHII's, i would not say that intel is "dominating." And no im not a fanboy.
When money is concerned AMD is better Price/$ now.
Intel can potentially get you more performance if you want to spend the extra money. But (IE) 720BE is at the same price point as 8500/8600 and performs as good or better in most cases. Plus you can make it a quad core
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Originally Posted by bebster Are you sure you want an AMD build? At the moment intel is dominating just about every niche. |
When money is concerned AMD is better Price/$ now.
Intel can potentially get you more performance if you want to spend the extra money. But (IE) 720BE is at the same price point as 8500/8600 and performs as good or better in most cases. Plus you can make it a quad core
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Is the intel version "better"? Yes more cache is one reason.
Is it nearly twice as good (concerning price), i would say no.
Would you notice the difference in day to day stuff? No
Benchmarking wise the intel would net some more points im sure.
Originally Posted by rangibro I suppose the main motivation here is price. Is it really worth the extra money to use the intel quad 9650? I was told that the difference between the phenom and the intel is something that I would not notice on my system. However, if you want to suggest other combinations then I suppose that is what Im asking. Thanks |
Is it nearly twice as good (concerning price), i would say no.
Would you notice the difference in day to day stuff? No
Benchmarking wise the intel would net some more points im sure.
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man you've got to be joking. the cheaper 7x0 tricores will eat your processor for lunch. so stop bashing amd. phenom 2s are different now.
Originally Posted by bebster If you have never built a pc before, I would suggest looking at a fe guides/videos on the Internet. It is really easy to do though. Are you sure you want an AMD build? At the moment intel is dominating just about every niche. In terms of a power supply, don't get a cheapo one or one that comes with a case - I have seen so many systems destroyed by shoddy psus. |
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Im sure he didnt intend to "bash amd" he just didnt know about the PHII's.
Heck i didnt know until recently. (darned school takes me away from OCN)
Originally Posted by gerikoh man you've got to be joking. that cpu of yours will just be eat by a cheaper 7x0 tricore for lunch. stop bashing amd. phenom 2s are different. |
Heck i didnt know until recently. (darned school takes me away from OCN)
PSU: 650tx should be good. The 520 modular ones by Corsair should also do the trick, and make cable management a bit happier.
RAM: Get at least 1000 Mhz RAM or you'll be mad at yourself that you didn't when you're overclocking. WHICH YOU WILL DO!
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HS: TRUE is the best heatsink out there (Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme) but I have had incredible results with my unlapped xiggy (Xigmatek hdt1283. (15 idle and 45 load with a 1.5 V Q6600).
RAM: Get at least 1000 Mhz RAM or you'll be mad at yourself that you didn't when you're overclocking. WHICH YOU WILL DO!
HS: TRUE is the best heatsink out there (Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme) but I have had incredible results with my unlapped xiggy (Xigmatek hdt1283. (15 idle and 45 load with a 1.5 V Q6600).
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No worries happens all the time lol
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In general you can put any brand PSU in any brand case. They are almost all universal. (i only say almost all since im sure theres got to be one out there that breaks the mold)
sigh i type too slow.
Originally Posted by rangibro Not trying to start an AMD vs Intel war guys. |
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Originally Posted by rangibro Could I put a Thermaltake PSU in an Antec Case and visa versa or are PSU's generally only suited to different kinds of cases? Thanks! |
sigh i type too slow.
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hehe but i sure hope he certain about something especially when he says something negative. or else people will be misinformed, and poor amd
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anyway, a good brand of psu like thermaltake, will handle that 4850x2 even with 500w. just make it above 550 to be sure, and 650 if you plan to crossfire.
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anyway, a good brand of psu like thermaltake, will handle that 4850x2 even with 500w. just make it above 550 to be sure, and 650 if you plan to crossfire.
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Hah, yeah You will. Any reason why you cant OC with 800mhz ram? There doesnt seem to be much gain with faster ram from what im reading. But if you have the budget to spend the extra 20$ by all means get the faster sticks.
Originally Posted by grahamcrackuh RAM: Get at least 1000 Mhz RAM or you'll be mad at yourself that you didn't when you're overclocking. WHICH YOU WILL DO!
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I haven't had the opportunity to overclock with hyperthreads but the way it works with the rest is you more or less wanna get your FSB as high as possible (which may incidentally overclock your RAM if it is not rated high enough and there are no lower multipliers available). I had a friend who ran into problems overclocking his CPU cuz his RAM couldn't handle the FSB speed required for his overclock! (he was running ddr2 800)
Also, the price of 1066 RAM versus 800 is next to (if not actually) nothing.
Originally Posted by LuckySe7ens Hah, yeah You will. Any reason why you cant OC with 800mhz ram? There doesnt seem to be much gain with faster ram from what im reading. But if you have the budget to spend the extra 20$ by all means get the faster sticks. |
Also, the price of 1066 RAM versus 800 is next to (if not actually) nothing.
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