Hi everybody, this is my first time posting, but I have been visiting this site since last week and have been doing a lot of reading, nice to meet you all.
I was looking to purchase a new computer, but after seeing those pre-built computers on BestBuy and Futureshop etc., I am tempted to build a better computer for myself.
I understand that $500 CAD is extremely low on budget, but I also have to spend extra money on purchasing a new monitor, speakers, Windows 7 and Office, because I have been using a laptop for the past five years, so I hope you guys can understand.
Before we start, I want to say that I am completely new to computer hardware and building, so please be patient with me if I start asking questions, thanks!
Approximate Purchase Date: Between now and the start of September
Budget Range: $500-550
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Games, daily work + school, internet browsing, movies
Parts Not Required: Monitor, speakers, OS
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: ncix.com
Country of Origin: Canada
Parts Preferences: I read that GeForce GTX 550 Ti is pretty good for the price, recommended?
Overclocking: No, I'm not good enough.
SLI or Crossfire: No, I'm not good enough.
Monitor Resolution: Which is recommended? I've been using 1280x1024 on my laptop.
I hope to use this system to play games like CoD6, Bioshock 2, Witcher 2, etc. It doesn't have to be on ultra high or high settings, medium should be fine. I wonder if this system can handle Diablo 3 when it comes out?
Thanks for the help!
I was looking to purchase a new computer, but after seeing those pre-built computers on BestBuy and Futureshop etc., I am tempted to build a better computer for myself.
I understand that $500 CAD is extremely low on budget, but I also have to spend extra money on purchasing a new monitor, speakers, Windows 7 and Office, because I have been using a laptop for the past five years, so I hope you guys can understand.
Before we start, I want to say that I am completely new to computer hardware and building, so please be patient with me if I start asking questions, thanks!
Approximate Purchase Date: Between now and the start of September
Budget Range: $500-550
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Games, daily work + school, internet browsing, movies
Parts Not Required: Monitor, speakers, OS
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: ncix.com
Country of Origin: Canada
Parts Preferences: I read that GeForce GTX 550 Ti is pretty good for the price, recommended?
Overclocking: No, I'm not good enough.
SLI or Crossfire: No, I'm not good enough.
Monitor Resolution: Which is recommended? I've been using 1280x1024 on my laptop.
I hope to use this system to play games like CoD6, Bioshock 2, Witcher 2, etc. It doesn't have to be on ultra high or high settings, medium should be fine. I wonder if this system can handle Diablo 3 when it comes out?
Thanks for the help!
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