Hey everyone, before I even start describing this I want to say thank you to those who will actually sit through this whole post all for the sake of helping me. That being said, here we go.
*IMPORTANT*- If you see one of these components (except the CPU) that you have a BETTER OPTION for, don't hesitate to let me know! Best bang for the buck=win!!
I am trying to build a budget gaming rig and this is what I had in mind. Prepare for links.
Pieces that WILL DEFINITELY be in the PC no matter what
Motherboard-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157309
RAM (1 stick)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231307
Wireless card-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166021
I already have the CPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103808 ***NOTE*- This is not my exact CPU. I use a Phenom ii x4 @ 2.8 ghz but I cannot find it online.
Here is where it changes. The PSU and GPU. I was ORIGINALLY going to use a 450w or 500w PSU and a gtx 460.
However, to save money I've found the possibility of using my PSU that is laying around (a DYNEX 400w... Don't know anything about it) and opting for a lower consumption HD 7770.
That eliminates the need to buy a psu, and saves me some cash.
Here are my questions.
1. Would the HD 7770 run off this sketchy-ish 400w DYNEX PSU? (As a note, this thing is old I've had it in an old computer for ~3 years of continuous use. Maybe that would just make it worse because it's worn out? )
2. What would you choose? Keep in mind I'm trying to save money, but if one is ludicrously better I'm willing to spend a few more bucks.
3. Do you see a component with which there is a better alternative? Like a better deal on a mobo or a better mobo for the same price etc.?
Thanks guys, look forward to discussing and elaborating to really nail this down.
*IMPORTANT*- If you see one of these components (except the CPU) that you have a BETTER OPTION for, don't hesitate to let me know! Best bang for the buck=win!!
I am trying to build a budget gaming rig and this is what I had in mind. Prepare for links.
Pieces that WILL DEFINITELY be in the PC no matter what
Motherboard-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157309
RAM (1 stick)-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231307
Wireless card-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166021
I already have the CPU-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103808 ***NOTE*- This is not my exact CPU. I use a Phenom ii x4 @ 2.8 ghz but I cannot find it online.
Here is where it changes. The PSU and GPU. I was ORIGINALLY going to use a 450w or 500w PSU and a gtx 460.
However, to save money I've found the possibility of using my PSU that is laying around (a DYNEX 400w... Don't know anything about it) and opting for a lower consumption HD 7770.
That eliminates the need to buy a psu, and saves me some cash.
Here are my questions.
1. Would the HD 7770 run off this sketchy-ish 400w DYNEX PSU? (As a note, this thing is old I've had it in an old computer for ~3 years of continuous use. Maybe that would just make it worse because it's worn out? )
2. What would you choose? Keep in mind I'm trying to save money, but if one is ludicrously better I'm willing to spend a few more bucks.
3. Do you see a component with which there is a better alternative? Like a better deal on a mobo or a better mobo for the same price etc.?
Thanks guys, look forward to discussing and elaborating to really nail this down.