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Hi guys

This is my first time building a computer, and I am very interested in sticking with this guide using the i5 750 "gamer" config. But since I have a more flexible budget, I`d like to know what do you think of opting instead for the i7 860 and a radeon HD5870 using the same components listed for the i5... Would it have a significant increase of performance in games?

I've also looked at the i7 920 enthusiast option, but did not consider it because i have no interest (or know-how) to overclock my cpu, nor do I pretend doing cross-fire.

thank you.

Thiago

Thanks for reviewing my thread and getting ideas... That is what it is for.

I do think an upgrade to the i7 860 & ATI 5870 is worth it & will work just fine with my other components listed. If you are getting from Newegg, I would check for combos to save yourself some additional money.

If you want more feedback, I would start your own thread with the parts you are looking to buy & others will provide feedback.
Good luck!!

Some recommendations on the AMD Gamer build to save money or have better specs:

Case - Antec 900 (free shipping HELPS a lot)
RAM - Mushkin DDR3 1600mhz 7-7-7-20 (faster timings, less $$)
HSF - Mugen Scythe 2 (more silent for same airflow)
Mobo - MSI 790FX-GD70 (best AM3 board, less $$, performs better than Asus Crosshair III Formula and M4A79T)

Also, I would recommend the Razer Lachesis mouse for Gamer budgets, but it really isn't for everyone, although great for lefties.

Great link smithereen... I have added a link to my thread.

hey tecmo i have some suggestions on the htpc build ,do you really need sucha powerful mobo for a htpc? maybe something basic but not skimpy like a 770 or 785

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813131603

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813131397

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813131398

with the new athlon x3's out i would think something like the athlon 425 x3 would extend the longivity of a good htpc in a multicore age

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6819103726

possibly a new budget mouse has bout all the features the enthusiast razer has take a look

http://www.directron.com/sgm6000kllw1gp.html?pgrab=1 dunno when newegg will list it

Hurray! Finally!
Congratz Techmo.

Congratulations "Tecmo"!

Hey tecmo34

I am building a build similar to your i5 budget build. I just think you should upgrade the psu to the 650W antec earthwatts, its $10 dollars more and would allow for the GPU HD 5770 to be CF later down the line instead of a person having to buy another PSU for more performance. Thats the route I am taking at least. I think it warrants the $10 dollar change on your build. But great stuff

Thank You and glad to see you back around here.

Your thread still lives on with references in jbakerlent's, Proixmon's and my stickies! If you ever get back on THG more, you have outlets to update your original index threads.

Great guide! For the higher end speakers, you might want to add studio monitors.

M-Audio BX5a's are good for computer speakers. So are KRK RP5's.

http://www.m-audio.com/products/en [...] eluxe.html

and...

http://www.krksys.com/product_rokit.php

Excellent work! A little sad not seeing a Logitech mouse in the list there I'm a huge fan of the G9 but IMO what mouse you use is entirely personal preference.

Again, excellent work--very well done.

This was great for me, I am looking to buy the budget intel build, but these two items are sold out on newegg:

# HSF: COOLER MASTER Intel Core i5 & Intel Core i7 compatible RR-B10-212P-GP 120mm "heatpipe direct contact" Long life sleeve CPU ... - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835103065
# HDD: SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD502HJ 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6822152181

Any recommendation as to a part to get in their place or should I wait? How long does newegg usually take to re-stock?

The xigmatec bracket kit seems to be a problem right now. Xigmatec said the shipment they were supposed to get last week is stuck in customs or something.

Xigmatec also has the S1283 Rifle cooler (which is the Dark knight without the black nickel finish). It needs the same bracket for an 1156.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835233003


You could always run on the stock cooler until the hyper212 or xiggy brackets get restocked.

The Xigmatek Dark Knight (S1283V), Red Scorpion (RS1283) and Balder (SD1283) are all S1283 Rifle cooler models with different fans or coatings. I really like the looks of the Balder with the silver nickel coating and white LED fan but they dont seem to sell it in the US.

I read the review on that a while back on Guru3D. Looks like a cool mouse--but I am hooked on the G9.

Thank you for your comments. This thread is not design to replace or go against the "How to Ask for Build Advice" sticky. It is to be used in conjunction with the sticky. A OP can review my thread get an idea of what they can build based on their budget, use one of my "pre-build" options, and use it to ask how does it fit their needs in accordance to The Animal's sticky. A reader has the option to build start up one of my recommendations, since they have done research up front an it meets their needs. I could not develope builds to address all possible resolutions, budgets, or usages of a possible OP.

The title comes from the definitions of "Bargain, Budget, Gamer, & Enthusiast". Based on information & thoughts between sKora and me, I developed builds I felt met those definitions / usages. I seperated them by cost in my mind because I'm not going to build a bargain PC and spend $1,000 or build an enthusiast PC for less than $600.

I hope that helps you understand a little more on the purpose, thoughts behind it & how to use this sticky.