Need AMD rig for 20k

[gamespy]

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

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: 20k

4. Planning to overclock?
A: Yes

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Win 7 64 bit

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: All ready have 500 GB

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: Need a Full HD monitor 22'' or more, preferably LED

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: 8

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Yes

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

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: the budget i mentioned is for Proc, Mobo, RAM, Monitor, DVD writer, keyboard and mouse

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Hyderabad

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A:I want an AMD rig with 4 Gb RAM. Don't overshoot my budget.

 

[desiibond]

AMD Athlon II x2 255 @ 3k
Asus M4A78LT-M LE @ 2.6k
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBNQ @ 1k
Seagate 500GB 7200.12 @ 1.7k
LG 22X SATA DVD @ 0.9k
FSP saga II 350W @ 1.5k
Zebronics Bijli w/o psu @ 1.1k
Benq G922HDL 18.5" @ 5.7k
TVS Champ Keyboard @ 0.2k
Basic Optical Mouse @ 0.1k
APC 600VA @ 1.8k
Creative SBS A35 - 2.0 @ 0.4k

Total - 20k

Intel Option -

Intel Pentium Dual Core E5500 @ 3k
Gigabyte GA-G41M-Combo @ 2.6k

Total - 20k

From the thread: *www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-components-configurations/134060-pc-buying-guide-january-2011-a-16.html

 

[gamespy]

AMD Athlon II x2 255 @ 3k
Asus M4A78LT-M LE @ 2.6k
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBNQ @ 1k
Seagate 500GB 7200.12 @ 1.7k
LG 22X SATA DVD @ 0.9k
FSP saga II 350W @ 1.5k
Zebronics Bijli w/o psu @ 1.1k
Benq G922HDL 18.5" @ 5.7k
TVS Champ Keyboard @ 0.2k
Basic Optical Mouse @ 0.1k
APC 600VA @ 1.8k
Creative SBS A35 - 2.0 @ 0.4k

Total - 20k

Intel Option -

Intel Pentium Dual Core E5500 @ 3k
Gigabyte GA-G41M-Combo @ 2.6k

Total - 20k

From the thread: *www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-components-configurations/134060-pc-buying-guide-january-2011-a-16.html

did u read my post ?

Components needed by me

1. Processor
2. Motherboard
3. RAM (4GB-2x2GB Dual Channel) DDR3
4. DVD Writer
5. Monitor 22'' Full HD LED
6. Keyboard & Mouse

The budget for above all is 20k.

 

[vickybat]

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @ 5k
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @ 4.5k
Corsair XMS3 CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 4GB @ 2.3k
Hp dvd1260 writer @ 1k
Dell st2220l led fullhd @ 8.5k
Logitech 3 Button Scroll @ 0.3k
Logitech KB-200 @ 0.4k

Total = 22k

You can go for Benq G2220HD @ 7.3k. Its fullhd too.

 

[gamespy]

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @ 5k
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @ 4.5k
Corsair XMS3 CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 4GB @ 2.3k
Hp dvd1260 writer @ 1k
Dell st2220l led fullhd @ 8.5k
Logitech 3 Button Scroll @ 0.3k
Logitech KB-200 @ 0.4k

Total = 22k

You can go for Benq G2220HD @ 7.3k. Its fullhd too.

What about Phenom X2 555 BE ? I think it can be unlocked to a Phenom X4.

and also about ram is it dual channel ?

 

[Cilus]

It was a definite thing in the first couple of batch of processors. I don't think there is a high chance of unlocking right now.

 

[gamespy]

how is Benq G2220HD ? Is it LED ??

 

[Reaper_vivek]

Nopes..it is not led..but it's the cheapest full hd monitor..if you can, go for Dell ST2220L..it has a very good viewing angle and is led too

 

[vickybat]

@gamespy

The rams can be configured in dual channel in 2x2. Place the rams alternatively like 1st slot , 3rd slot or 2nd slot , 4th slot for a dual channel configuration.

Benq G2220HD is not LED but is fullhd and has very good performance. If you want led, then go with dell st2220l like i mentioned before.

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

^^its a 4gb single stick you mentioned.

@gamespy
you can look at corsair value series 2 * 2 gb ddr3 1333mhz for around 2.3k only if you want dual channel.

 

[vickybat]

^^

Opps my bad. Thanks for pointing out buddy. I meant what you just suggested.

 

[gamespy]

thanks for all the suggestions

But i'm still confused with the choice of processor Athlon X4 or Phenom X2 and my budget for this is 5k. Please help me with this. Its mostly for gaming.

 

[coderunknown]

Athlon II X3 or X4. Phenom II X2 is good but only for now. if you are able unlock the 2 extra cores & they remain stable, its good but why play with your luck? play safe & go with Athlon II X4.

 

[Cool Buddy]

the only difference between Athlon and Phenom is the extra cache on phenom. So think of it this way, even if you are able to unlock the core and there are no problems, still you would be getting just a 10-15% performance boost over Athlon II X4 640/635. and for that boost you will be taking a huge risk as unlocking cores is not always successful and in case something goes wrong, it won't even be covered under warranty.
So I'd say a 3.0 Ghz quad core is good enough. just go with it.

 

[Piyush]

be safe rather than sorry
go for athlon x4 640 and u'll not regret it

 

[gamespy]

ok.. guys Athlon X4 it is.

Is there any cheaper alternative to the Gigabyte Motherboard ?

 

[Jaskanwar Singh]

if you dont want usb3 and sata3 get gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H @ 4k. but dont try and get cheapest possible mobo!! its the base of your system yaar!