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:Mostly for gaming. Also for watching hd movies.
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: 60k
4. Planning to overclock?
A:Might do in the future
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:Win 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1 TB. Willing to spend a few extra bucks for a better performing drive.
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: Full HD 1080p, screen size : 21" to 23".
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: 6
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Assembler
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within 2 weeks
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes. Around 2 years
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Speakers
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Bangalore. Would like to get everything from here
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: I've read many threads from this forum and has come up with some choices. Got some queries related to them posted below. Also I have mentioned the amount I'm willing to spend on most components individually. This is just to give an idea about the quality/performance I expect from them. Please do suggest alternatives.
Proc : i5 2500k - Almost fixed on this one
Mobo: Intel DP67BG - Would this be enough or should I get a gigabyte/asus p67 mobo. Would I be losing out on some features if I go for the intel board.
RAM: No specific choice. Thinking of a high performing 4gb. Willing to spend 3k here if its worth.
Graphic card: HD6850 or HD6870. Would like to stick to amd. I'm seeing a lot of models from different manufacturers for these cards. Which one should I go for. Dont want to spend more than 12k for the card
Monitor: I'm thinking of dell st2220l or benq e2220hd. Which one should I go for considering that I'd be doing a lot of gaming. Willing to spend around 10k for the monitor irrespective of my total budget.
HDD: 1tb. I've seen configs here suggesting WD Caviar Blue, Green, Black and Seagate. How much does the performance differ in these models ? Dont mind spending upto 4k for the HDD if its worth it. 500gb is ok if i can geta really good drive at this price.
Case: Prefer a stylish case. Upto 6k I dont mind spending on it.
Keyboard: I want a backlit keyboard since I may have to using it a lot in the dark.
PSU: No choices or idea !! Around 600W should be enough ??
One more point I want to mention. I've heard from some friends that noise could be an issue with many CPUs. I'd like to hear minimum noise from my machine. What components could cause this noise ? I mean should I be careful about choosing some component (like PSU or case) if I want to reduce the noise. I want to reiterate that reducing this noise is really important for me and I dont mind spending about 3k more for any component for this purpose.
A:Mostly for gaming. Also for watching hd movies.
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: 60k
4. Planning to overclock?
A:Might do in the future
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:Win 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1 TB. Willing to spend a few extra bucks for a better performing drive.
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: Full HD 1080p, screen size : 21" to 23".
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: 6
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Assembler
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within 2 weeks
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes. Around 2 years
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Speakers
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Bangalore. Would like to get everything from here
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: I've read many threads from this forum and has come up with some choices. Got some queries related to them posted below. Also I have mentioned the amount I'm willing to spend on most components individually. This is just to give an idea about the quality/performance I expect from them. Please do suggest alternatives.
Proc : i5 2500k - Almost fixed on this one
Mobo: Intel DP67BG - Would this be enough or should I get a gigabyte/asus p67 mobo. Would I be losing out on some features if I go for the intel board.
RAM: No specific choice. Thinking of a high performing 4gb. Willing to spend 3k here if its worth.
Graphic card: HD6850 or HD6870. Would like to stick to amd. I'm seeing a lot of models from different manufacturers for these cards. Which one should I go for. Dont want to spend more than 12k for the card
Monitor: I'm thinking of dell st2220l or benq e2220hd. Which one should I go for considering that I'd be doing a lot of gaming. Willing to spend around 10k for the monitor irrespective of my total budget.
HDD: 1tb. I've seen configs here suggesting WD Caviar Blue, Green, Black and Seagate. How much does the performance differ in these models ? Dont mind spending upto 4k for the HDD if its worth it. 500gb is ok if i can geta really good drive at this price.
Case: Prefer a stylish case. Upto 6k I dont mind spending on it.
Keyboard: I want a backlit keyboard since I may have to using it a lot in the dark.
PSU: No choices or idea !! Around 600W should be enough ??
One more point I want to mention. I've heard from some friends that noise could be an issue with many CPUs. I'd like to hear minimum noise from my machine. What components could cause this noise ? I mean should I be careful about choosing some component (like PSU or case) if I want to reduce the noise. I want to reiterate that reducing this noise is really important for me and I dont mind spending about 3k more for any component for this purpose.
