Hey Guys,
I know it's been posted just about a bajillion other times, but I need help building a new computer, well more like my first computer. I have been lugging around an i7 Asus X53E for nearly 3 years now and am looking to upgrade to a full size desktop.
As far as experience on building or choosing components, I have neither. I did try to do a little bit of research before asking to show that I did attempt to figure out this tech-talk. I did use the search function, but I didn't really find anything similar to my situation, that or I missed it by a mile.
I read/skimmed Proximon's guide if that helps:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/355046-31-guide-choosing-computer-parts
Anyway, here I go:
Approximate Purchase Date: Soon would be awesome cause now I'm all excited but I can be patient.
Budget Range: I'm looking at possibly $750 - $900 CAD, I'm looking to make it last more than the average 2 years, but don't want to spend too much.
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
- Light gaming for example:
- Programming - not really the most extensive thing here, but I'll put it up anyway.
- Browsing, Netflix and whatnot
Parts Not Required:
Keyboard, Mouse, Headphones, Monitor
I don't know if I should upgrade the power supply, I found this from an old computer:
http://www.ncixus.com/products/?sku=45038
Preferred Website(s) for Parts:
Any credible sites that ship to Canada for a low cost.
NCIX.ca, Newegg.ca and Amazon.ca come to mind.
Country: Canada
Parts Preferences:
A small tower if possible, something like the Bitfenix Prodigy, but hey I have no idea what I am talking about, so I leave that all to you guys.
Overclocking: No, I don't think so.
SLI or Crossfire: Nope. Unless an HD5450 graphics card is really worth doing that with, I guess so, but I have to look for it.
Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments:
- I assume if I do spend $750 on a rig I can run dual monitors on it.
- OS wise, I think I'm looking at Windows 7, unless someone presents a good argument for Windows 8.
- A simple tower with USB connections, mic and headphone jacks up front.
- A quiet PC would be nice too
I am eternally grateful to anyone who attempts to even help me produce a mish-mash of a rig. Additionally, if you guys are not too bothered, can you explain why you picked the parts that you picked? It would be much helpful to this kid who is blind in the world of computer building.
I know it's been posted just about a bajillion other times, but I need help building a new computer, well more like my first computer. I have been lugging around an i7 Asus X53E for nearly 3 years now and am looking to upgrade to a full size desktop.
As far as experience on building or choosing components, I have neither. I did try to do a little bit of research before asking to show that I did attempt to figure out this tech-talk. I did use the search function, but I didn't really find anything similar to my situation, that or I missed it by a mile.
I read/skimmed Proximon's guide if that helps:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/355046-31-guide-choosing-computer-parts
Anyway, here I go:
Approximate Purchase Date: Soon would be awesome cause now I'm all excited but I can be patient.
Budget Range: I'm looking at possibly $750 - $900 CAD, I'm looking to make it last more than the average 2 years, but don't want to spend too much.
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
- Light gaming for example:
League of Legends on high settings
Counter Strike 60 fps on high settings
Splinter Cell: Blacklist on high settings
- Programming - not really the most extensive thing here, but I'll put it up anyway.
- Browsing, Netflix and whatnot
Parts Not Required:
Keyboard, Mouse, Headphones, Monitor
I don't know if I should upgrade the power supply, I found this from an old computer:
http://www.ncixus.com/products/?sku=45038
Preferred Website(s) for Parts:
Any credible sites that ship to Canada for a low cost.
NCIX.ca, Newegg.ca and Amazon.ca come to mind.
Country: Canada
Parts Preferences:
A small tower if possible, something like the Bitfenix Prodigy, but hey I have no idea what I am talking about, so I leave that all to you guys.
Overclocking: No, I don't think so.
SLI or Crossfire: Nope. Unless an HD5450 graphics card is really worth doing that with, I guess so, but I have to look for it.
Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments:
- I assume if I do spend $750 on a rig I can run dual monitors on it.
- OS wise, I think I'm looking at Windows 7, unless someone presents a good argument for Windows 8.
- A simple tower with USB connections, mic and headphone jacks up front.
- A quiet PC would be nice too
I am eternally grateful to anyone who attempts to even help me produce a mish-mash of a rig. Additionally, if you guys are not too bothered, can you explain why you picked the parts that you picked? It would be much helpful to this kid who is blind in the world of computer building.