You can get a kick ass system with that. Mine costed me about $2,300, specs in my sig.
What parts for $2,500 build?
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Wow, I thought $2,500 was nothing 0_o
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Any specific SSD?
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I don't think a setup like that is possible with 2.5k. Plus, I have a corner desk, so I only have space for one monitor
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Originally Posted by FragaGeddon  You can get a kick ass system with that. Mine costed me about $2,300, specs in my sig. |
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Originally Posted by Raptor_Jesus SSD and 5870. Crossfire if you can afford it. |
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Originally Posted by kckyle get 3 kick ass monitor for eyefinity gaming experience? (psst samsung xl2370 or acer LED.) |
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How much of that was actually TOWARD the monitor?
Originally Posted by Murlocke My rig was above your budget, but take out the monitor and your set. My parts are still coming in, and i'm unknown on the clearance of the Noctua NH-D14 and 6GB G.Skill Perfect Storm. So you might want different heatsink or lower profile RAM. |
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I've already decided on G19 keyboard and either a Razer mouse or G9x. For the monitor I'm thinking Samsung LED, but I'm not sure because it's 1080p. Would it be better if I got a 1200p monitor that is not LED? And, when looking for the parts of the tower, don't factor in monitor/keyboard/mouse. So 2,500 for tower I guess.
Originally Posted by -iceblade^ what parts do you need? the tower only, or the tower + monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc? and also, what will it be used for? |
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The monitor was $1300 alone. Worth every penny I might add. My speakers were over $2000.
Should be around ~2,500:
i7 920, 2x80 Intel X25-M SSDs for games/OS, 1TB Western Digital Black for storage, Rampage 2 Extreme, 1000W Corsair HX1000W, 6GB G.Skill Perfect Storm, and a 5970. Case would be your opinion. I love the Antec 1200.
Probably going to go above your budget if you need an OS.
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Don't get a TV for your computer. Monitors are smaller, but have far superior quality when viewing at <4 feet. Go with a quality 24" 1920x1200 monitor, since 30" 2560x1600 is going to take half your budget.
G19 and G9x are what I own, they are amazing.
Originally Posted by GSingh How much of that was actually TOWARD the monitor? |
Should be around ~2,500:
i7 920, 2x80 Intel X25-M SSDs for games/OS, 1TB Western Digital Black for storage, Rampage 2 Extreme, 1000W Corsair HX1000W, 6GB G.Skill Perfect Storm, and a 5970. Case would be your opinion. I love the Antec 1200.
Probably going to go above your budget if you need an OS.
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Originally Posted by BeastMode I've already decided on G19 keyboard and either a Razer mouse or G9x. For the monitor I'm thinking Samsung LED, but I'm not sure because it's 1080p. Would it be better if I got a 1200p monitor that is not LED? And, when looking for the parts of the tower, don't factor in monitor/keyboard/mouse. So 2,500 for tower I guess. |
G19 and G9x are what I own, they are amazing.
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Water cooling is getting near pointless. You can reach 4GHZ on the i7 920 with a good air cooler.
5970 most likely won't work in a mid tower case. Its 13.5 inches long. You might have to go with 2x 5870s.
Originally Posted by BeastMode I need the build to be in a midsize case so it will fit where I want it to (height should be less than 20.5"). I'm thinking a Zalman GT1000 or Silverstone Ft01 case. Any other case suggestions, which is better, etc? Also, I don't know anything about air cooling, so what air cooler do I get and how will this fit into the midsize case? Will I have enough for a CPU only loop? Is it better if I just stick with air? Is there anything more efficient than air but able to fit in a midsize case? |
5970 most likely won't work in a mid tower case. Its 13.5 inches long. You might have to go with 2x 5870s.
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I meant Samsung monitor. Is there much of a difference between 1080 and 1200 monitor? And could I possibly get by with just the 2 SSDs and no storage, since I usually keep my computer very organized and as light as possible?
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Could you recommend me an air cooler?
Originally Posted by Murlocke Should be around ~2,500: i7 920, 2x80 Intel X25-M SSDs for games/OS, 1TB Western Digital Black for storage, Rampage 2 Extreme, 1000W Corsair HX1000W, 6GB G.Skill Perfect Storm, and a 5970. Case would be your opinion. I love the Antec 1200. Probably going to go above your budget if you need an OS. Don't get a TV for your computer. Monitors are smaller, but have far superior quality when viewing at <4 feet. Go with a quality 24" 1920x1200 monitor, since 30" 2560x1600 is going to take half your budget. G19 and G9x are what I own, they are amazing. |
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Originally Posted by Murlocke Water cooling is getting near pointless. You can reach 4GHZ on the i7 920 with a good air cooler. 5970 most likely won't work in a mid tower case. Its 13.5 inches long. You might have to go with 2x 5870s. |
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If you can keep all your data on 160GB, which I doubt it. Fills up very fast. You don't *NEED* SSDs. I mean you can just get 1TB hard drive and spend the $500 on something else.
1920x1080 is usually TVs, 1920x1200 is usually monitors. You want a monitor. Is monitor included in the $2500 budget? If so.. you will have to go with cheaper parts than I listed above.
Originally Posted by BeastMode I meant Samsung monitor. Is there much of a difference between 1080 and 1200 monitor? And could I possibly get by with just the 2 SSDs and no storage, since I usually keep my computer very organized and as light as possible? Could you recommend me an air cooler? |
1920x1080 is usually TVs, 1920x1200 is usually monitors. You want a monitor. Is monitor included in the $2500 budget? If so.. you will have to go with cheaper parts than I listed above.
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Here's a wishlist fix: http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Pu...umber=16639747
The one you posted was only viewable to you
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Originally Posted by Murlocke https://secure.newegg.com/WishList/M...px?ID=16639747 Leaves $1050 for GPU, Case, Sound Card and whatever cooling options you take. This is pretty much top of the line parts. |
The one you posted was only viewable to you
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You forgot the processor.
Originally Posted by BeastMode Here's a wishlist fix: http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Pu...umber=16639747 The one you posted was only viewable to you
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