I'm from the US, but I heard that this forum is one of the best places to get advice on builds, especially budget builds. If possible, talking of prices in terms of US dollars would be helpful to me. Thanks in advance
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Gaming- HoN, Dota2, some SC2, maybe some RPGs if any good ones come out. Not a big FPS guy anymore
-school (word processing stuff, GIS mapping software, SPSS statistical software--nothing TOO intensive)
-internet browsing, watching movies, music (I have a 500 GB 7200 external hard drive NTFS formatted with a few hundred gig of music)
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A:
Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A:
$500 USD. But the less the better
4. Planning to overclock?
A:
I don't THINK so, but I'm really open to options. I live in a house in the southern US with no AC, so I'm worried about heat problems.
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:
Probably windows 7 64 bit. But honestly, I'd rather run Linux if possible
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A:
As little as possible. My external is enough space for me--I don't download movies.
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A:
Not sure yet
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A:
2. I just started researching buying a new computer yesterday. I've shopped for and built my own computers in the past, but it's been almost a decade.
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A:
I'll do it. I had a computer that I tinkered with a lot--started from the parts I had laying around and upgraded it every 6-12 months for 5+ years.
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A:
Within the next 2-3 months
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A:
I don't think it's reasonable to expect a computer in my budget range to be very upgradable. It'd be nice if at least the case was expandable.
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A:
I'll need everything
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A:
I'm in Virginia, in the US
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A:
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Gaming- HoN, Dota2, some SC2, maybe some RPGs if any good ones come out. Not a big FPS guy anymore
-school (word processing stuff, GIS mapping software, SPSS statistical software--nothing TOO intensive)
-internet browsing, watching movies, music (I have a 500 GB 7200 external hard drive NTFS formatted with a few hundred gig of music)
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A:
Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A:
$500 USD. But the less the better
4. Planning to overclock?
A:
I don't THINK so, but I'm really open to options. I live in a house in the southern US with no AC, so I'm worried about heat problems.
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:
Probably windows 7 64 bit. But honestly, I'd rather run Linux if possible
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A:
As little as possible. My external is enough space for me--I don't download movies.
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A:
Not sure yet
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A:
2. I just started researching buying a new computer yesterday. I've shopped for and built my own computers in the past, but it's been almost a decade.
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A:
I'll do it. I had a computer that I tinkered with a lot--started from the parts I had laying around and upgraded it every 6-12 months for 5+ years.
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A:
Within the next 2-3 months
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A:
I don't think it's reasonable to expect a computer in my budget range to be very upgradable. It'd be nice if at least the case was expandable.
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A:
I'll need everything
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A:
I'm in Virginia, in the US
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A:
