need to upgrade my computer

i have a far old computer with p4 ht processor (now you can guess how old it is)..:cry:
i need to upgrade it to be able to play latest games and the ones coming in future too(atleast for 3-4 years)..:grin:
i have 160 gb hdd and 500gb external hdd (so i dont need to buy that):))
also i have 4gb ddr2 ram (so if you can tell me a ddr2 setup to use these):))
and apart from cabinet i also need to change my monitor:neutral:

so if you guyz can recommend me something, btw i'm planning to buy hd 5770 so better fit it in the specs and change other specs to fully utilize it :)

at last the budget (serious question:roll:), actually my main aim is to spend as least as i can, but i dont think for it i'll compromise with quality... so feel free to suggest best things but yeah not things like 'intel i7 extreme gaming' processor, if you get what i mean.. :)


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:hardcore gaming

2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A:i dont mind if the product gives me same performance

3. What is your MAX budget?
A:around 20k i guess.... itz highly flexible

4. Planning to overclock?
A:i would do that for sure if someone tells me how to do that :D

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:win7 ultimate

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A:i have a harddisk i dont need to buy that

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:i would prefer >20" monitor, dont know much about resolution, better you suggest the best one :)

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:5

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

10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A:no specific time... i can wait

11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A:yeah

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A:as i mentioned earlier above, i dont want to buy harddisk and ram

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A:city doesnot matter much. i can buy from anywhere, but i would prefer metros

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A:i have 4gb ddr2 ram so if i can use them in new configuration, if you suggest me ddr3 config, my rams would be a total waste for me :)
 
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lordirecto

In the zone
Around 20k? hmmm I was thinking of suggesting my config, which is around 85k (as you mentioned quality).
 
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Can it be made flexible to the 85k extent?

lol. :grin:

---------- Post added at 09:23 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:18 PM ----------

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @4600
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @4500
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ @2200
Sapphire HD5770 @7500
LG 22X SATA DVD @900
FSP Saga II 500W @2100
CM Elite 310 @1500
BenQ G2220HD @7300
Logitech 3 Button Scroll @300
Logitech KB-200 @400
APC 650VA @2600
Logitech Z313 @1000

Total -->34900
 

lordirecto

In the zone
^ or this
Component | Make | Price Processor |AMD Athlon II x3 440| 3200 Motherboard |Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H| 4500 RAM |G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBNQ| 1100 Graphic Card |Sapphire HD5670| 5200 DVD Writer |LG 22X SATA DVD| 900 PSU |FSP Saga II 400W| 1700 Case |CM Elite 310| 1500 Monitor |DELL IN2020M| 6500 Mouse and Keyboard |Logitech combo| 700 UPS |APC 600VA| 1800 Speakers |Logitech Z313| 1000 Total || 28100

Now this is a fail table. Sorry about that.

EDIT: Whew, fixed the table
 
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^ or this

Component| Make| Price
Processor|| AMD Athlon II x3 440|| 3200
Motherboard Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H 4500
RAM G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBNQ 1100
Graphic Card Sapphire HD5670 5200
DVD Writer LG 22X SATA DVD 900
PSU FSP Saga II 400W 1700
Case CM Elite 310 1500
Monitor DELL IN2020M 6500
Mouse and Keyboard Logitech combo 700
UPS APC 600VA 1800
Speakers Logitech Z313 1000
Total 28100

He mentioned hardcore gaming at 20" monitor atleast.
5670 won't be able to do that.
That Dell is not FullHD.
Also where is the proccy??? :D:D

Now this is a fail table. Sorry about that.

uh something's wrong.
check jas' posts for solution.
 
OP
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bharat_14101991

bishes!!!
lol. :grin:

---------- Post added at 09:23 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:18 PM ----------

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @4600
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @4500
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ @2200
Sapphire HD5770 @7500
LG 22X SATA DVD @900
FSP Saga II 500W @2100
CM Elite 310 @1500
BenQ G2220HD @7300
Logitech 3 Button Scroll @300
Logitech KB-200 @400
APC 650VA @2600
Logitech Z313 @1000

Total -->34900

it will be alot helpful if you can tell me which component is which... and also cant i go for intel? you are the master here.. i'm just asking.. never used amd before

Can it be made flexible to the 85k extent?

now you are pulling my leg.. i told you dont keep suggesting me things like 'intel i7 extreme gaming' :D
 
it will be alot helpful if you can tell me which component is which... and also cant i go for intel? you are the master here.. i'm just asking.. never used amd before

Squeezing Intel in this budget is almost impossible.
AMD is the way to go mate.

Don't worry. AMD isn't bad. Its just that the previous and current generation Intel processors have blown away even the best AMD processor out there till data.
But that doesn't mean you can't game hardcore on an AMD system.

A good Intel config will cost 40k minimum.

About the identification of components,

AMD Athlon II X4 640 <--Processor
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H <--Motherboard
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ <--RAM
Sapphire HD5770 <--Graphics Card
LG 22X SATA DVD <--Writer
FSP Saga II 500W <--Power Supply. That's SMPS to most people.
CM Elite 310 <--Cabinet
BenQ G2220HD <--Monitor
Logitech 3 Button Scroll <--Mouse
Logitech KB-200 <--Keyboard
APC 650VA <--UPS
Logitech Z313 <--Speakers
 

lordirecto

In the zone
That Dell is not FullHD.
Also where is the proccy??? :D:D

Actually, that was a completely copied and pasted config, so I am not the one responsible when the proccy goes missing :p

now you are pulling my leg.. i told you dont keep suggesting me things like 'intel i7 extreme gaming' :D

No dude, I recently bought a 85k config compy. So I asked.
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-components-configurations/136914-best-value-money-desktop-within-85k.html


That is my thread, config, problems, etc.
 
actually i just need to build cabinet and a monitor, not the other accersories like ups, mice, key board...

you should have written that in the original post. :)

Then it looks like this...it will satisfy your gaming needs very well.

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @4600
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @4500
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ @2200
Sapphire HD5770 @7500
Corsair CX400 @2500
CM Elite 310 @1500
BenQ G2220HD @7300

Total --> 30100
 
OP
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bharat_14101991

bishes!!!
Squeezing Intel in this budget is almost impossible.
AMD is the way to go mate.

Don't worry. AMD isn't bad. Its just that the previous and current generation Intel processors have blown away even the best AMD processor out there till data.
But that doesn't mean you can't game hardcore on an AMD system.

A good Intel config will cost 40k minimum.

About the identification of components,

AMD Athlon II X4 640 <--Processor
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H <--Motherboard
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ <--RAM
Sapphire HD5770 <--Graphics Card
LG 22X SATA DVD <--Writer
FSP Saga II 500W <--Power Supply. That's SMPS to most people.
CM Elite 310 <--Cabinet
BenQ G2220HD <--Monitor
Logitech 3 Button Scroll <--Mouse
Logitech KB-200 <--Keyboard
APC 650VA <--UPS
Logitech Z313 <--Speakers

what if i remove writer,mouse,keyboard,ups and speakers... i really dont need them... will i be able to get the entering mobo of i7?

@OP:have faith in amd. in your budget amd beats intel if you add a gfx card.

okie.. thanx bro, will have your words into consideration :)
 
@Gaurav: Dont you think that OP can go in for SB based system?

Intel System

Core i5 2400 @9500
Intel Dh67CL @6500
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ @2200
Sapphire HD5770 @7500
Corsair CX400 @2500
CM Elite 310 @1500
BenQ G2220HD @7300

Total --> 35000



AMD System

AMD Athlon II X4 640 @4600
Gigabyte GA-880GMA-UD2H @4500
G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-4GBNQ @2200
Sapphire HD5770 @7500
Corsair CX400 @2500
CM Elite 310 @1500
BenQ G2220HD @7300

Total --> 30100
 
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