***requesting config. for a multimedia pc***

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kadirmkarthik

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hi everyone,
i am new to digit but already in chip.i am planning to buy a new assembled desktop pc (my first and special one) and here s my requirements,,,,,

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:moderate gaming, internet surfing, hd movie ing, listening 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:40000
4. Planning to overclock?
A:no
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A:windows 7 home premium
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A:min 500gb
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want?
A:1092*1080(high definition)
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:done by an assembler
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A:in a month
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:no i need complete config with ups,cables and essential accs
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A:chidambaram(tamilnadu)
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A:need full hd led monitor,5.1 speaker system.

i tentatively laid following config .

intel i3 530 =5.3k
gigabyte GA H55M D2H = 5.2k
corsair 2*2= 4gb ddr3 = 4.1k
seagate 500gb = 1.8k
dell 21.5" full hd with led = 9.5k
gigabyte superb 460w psu = 2.1k
sony dvd dual layer drive=1.3k
nzxt gamma atx = 2.1k
logitech internet pro k&m = 0.8k
creative inspire 6060 5.1= 4k
PowerColor HD5670 1GB GDDR5=5.8k
zebronics or intex ups=1.1k
plus hdmi,dvi cables, software installation,etc - 2k
total === Rs.45,100 (exceeded max amt by Rs.5100)

please give your comments regarding this and alterations to reduce the total amount as much as possible. (i dont think there s any way other than to touch the processor)
expecting your reply.,
Dr KaRtHiK.
 
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Cilus

Cilus

laborare est orare
1st of all, 40k is not a good budget to get a well balanced Intel based solution. You can only marginally get the Core i5 7XX series quad cores but have to sacrifise the graphics and some other components. All you can get the dual core Core i3 and and Core i5 processors which are very highly priced compared to the performance they offer.
And the resolution should be 1920X1080 (full HD), not 1092X1080.

Here goes your configuration:-

Athlon II X4 630 2.8GHz @ 4.4k
Kingston 2 X 2 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 @ 4.2k
MSI 880GMA-E45 @ 5.8k
Seagate/WD 500 GB SATA II @ 1.7k
Corsair VX450W @ 3.8k
NXT Gama @ 2k
BenQ G2220HD Full HD Monitor @ 7.3k
Biostar HD5770 1GB GDDR5 @ 8.7k
LG 22X SATA DVD Writer @ 1k
Creative Inspire M5300 @ 3.3k

Total is 42.2k.
The above configuration will be more than enough for all type of applications you have mentioned. Playing HD movies, browsing or music will be not at all any challenge to the system.

And for gaming, actually above average gaming experience is possible. All the current gen games will run with higher detail in full HD and future games will be possible with little lower detail.

Total 42.1k
 
toad_frog09

toad_frog09

Swimming, eh??
Core i5 760 2.8GHz
@ 9.8
Gigabyte GA-P55M-UD2
@ not sure.
2 GB kingston 1333 MHz DDR3@ 2.3k
WD 500GB Blue @ 1.7K
BenQ G2220 @ 7.5K
FPS SAGA II 500w @ 2.2k
AMD HD5670@ 5.8k
CM elite 310 @ 1.5k
Logitech basick KB+Mouse @0.6
Basic Headgear @.2
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TOTAL = 31.6 excluding mobo.
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I skipped out UPS etc cause quite frankly i dont know the costs.
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You can also go for hd5770 @ 9k or GTX 260 786MB @ 10k if you will be gaming more than average.
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toad_frog09

toad_frog09

Swimming, eh??
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^^^ I set my config with moderate gaming in mind.
This is what i'd like to change in your rig to get good above average gaming experience.

Athlon II X4 635 @ 4.7k
Gigabyte 880GA UD2H @ 4.5k

Kingston 2 X 2 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 @ 4.2k

Seagate/WD 500 GB SATA II @ 1.7k
Corsair VX450W @ 3.7k
CM Elite 310 @ 1.5k
BenQ G2220HD Full HD Monitor @ 7.3k
Zotac GTX460 786MB GDDR5 @ 10k
LG 22X SATA DVD Writer @ 1k
Creative Inspire M5300 @ 3.3k

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toad_frog09

toad_frog09

Swimming, eh??
Again I am pointing someone else.
I was pointing cilus..
@ op, you are welcome.
Btw, can i ask what would be the biggest game you'd be playing in terms of hardware requirements??
 
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kadirmkarthik

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hi toad,
frankly i doesnt know a lot bout recent games now. i now hav a p4,foxconn mobo rig without gr card. but will be playing call of duty-mf, blur,medal of honour after getting this rig. then if possible pl suggest me of nice pc games. ( i like more of strategy type-AOE3 and call of duty like direct action stuff).
 
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kadirmkarthik

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toad_frog09 said:
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^^^ I set my config with moderate gaming in mind.
This is what i'd like to change in your rig to get good above average gaming experience.

Athlon II X4 635 @ 4.7k
Gigabyte 880GA UD2H @ 4.5k

Kingston 2 X 2 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 @ 4.2k

Seagate/WD 500 GB SATA II @ 1.7k
Corsair VX450W @ 3.7k
CM Elite 310 @ 1.5k
BenQ G2220HD Full HD Monitor @ 7.3k
Zotac GTX460 786MB GDDR5 @ 10k
LG 22X SATA DVD Writer @ 1k
Creative Inspire M5300 @ 3.3k

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y not gigabyte superb?


y not dell LED? many guys dont recommend led. but they are indeed brighter, wider angled, future proof na? specs give lot of difference with led vs lcd.


if i m choosing ati type, y not 5670.i heard they will do just for hd gaming.
( i m asking these just to improve my knowledge)
 
toad_frog09

toad_frog09

Swimming, eh??
kadirmkarthik said:
y not gigabyte superb?


y not dell LED? many guys dont recommend led. but they are indeed brighter, wider angled, future proof na? specs give lot of difference with led vs lcd.


if i m choosing ati type, y not 5670.i heard they will do just for hd gaming.
( i m asking these just to improve my knowledge)
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firstly, you can ask all the questiones you want to. Even the one you might think are dumb. People here including me will be more than happy to solve your queries.
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I am not so sure what exactly do you mean by gigabyte superb? Is it a type of motherboard?
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Next, as far as I know, the only advantage of LED over LCD is that they are thinner.
The scale of brightness can go all the way up on paper with highly overpriced alienware LCD screens aswell. But i dont think you'll be noticing much difference in real life apart from the lightness of your wallet when you spend double the money for little preformance.
I am no expert in displays, but the G2220 @ 7.3 is one of the best vfm screen in market right now.
Wider angle....i dont see how wide can someone sit while working on computer with keyboard still at reach.
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HD5670 is a good piece at its price range but dont expect much performance from it.
And with 22" screen, I think it'll run games at nothing better than medium low settings.
GTX460 786MB @ 10 k beats the crap outta most of the cards at its price range. And it'll also be future proof.
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If possible, i'll suggest you to wait for a week or two till amd 6xxx series launches so that prices drop.
 
Cilus

Cilus

laborare est orare
Regarding your LED Monitor query, LED displays are far over-hyped than the performance they offer compared to a LCD display. Note it down, LED monitors are nothing but some modified LCD monitor where the background is produced with LED compared to the fluorescent lights used in traditional LCD display.
Ya, they are definitely lighter and some extent brighter, but believe me that performance difference is not at all any earth shattering thing,nothing like they are the future.
Rightly pointed out by toad_frog09, you will hardly notice any performance difference.
And toad_frog09 is again right about the Graphics card. I have suggested HD 5770 to keep everything as close as possible to your budget. If you can extend a little then get the GTX 460 768 MB @ 10.2k. It is the best card on this range.

HD 5770 is also good but GTX 460 offers more value for money.
 
toad_frog09

toad_frog09

Swimming, eh??
kadirmkarthik said:
hi toad,
frankly i doesnt know a lot bout recent games now. i now hav a p4,foxconn mobo rig without gr card. but will be playing call of duty-mf, blur,medal of honour after getting this rig. then if possible pl suggest me of nice pc games. ( i like more of strategy type-AOE3 and call of duty like direct action stuff).
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Even I'd like to be frank on my side with the fact that after playing so many games, it seems too hard to point out the best ones to play.
Civilization IV/V are both wonderful games in stratergy department and COD series, BFBC2, Crysis are some of the best intense FPS' i ever played.
Nevertheless, you can click here if you want the list of best games of all types.
 
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kadirmkarthik

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toad_frog09 said:
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I am not so sure what exactly do you mean by gigabyte superb? Is it a type of motherboard?
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its the PSU.link,mr.toad,,,...
Superb 460 - GIGABYTE
its been advised from chip forums. they suggested this for a 5670hd plus same config.

in my place, the assembler(got nice reputation here) puts up just 1800 bucks worth 512mb graphics cards and 2300 bucks worth 1gb card. how come the guys having those cheap ones play games. i have seen many playing nfs-carbon type games.hows tat possible.

then when i asked for pc quotation, he has just put up 700 bucks for both cabinet and psu.i dont think anybody comes back wit problems.its a regular thing happening.

he strongly opposed( ie did not recommend) AMD even though i asked for AMD phenom2 x4 first.he told in future i may not get compatible mo.bo for AMD,and he pointed out the AMD heating issue.(in tamilnadu i have heard many saying amd-no.). but here in forums,many recommend amd. i could not understand y?
 
pegasus

pegasus

Journeyman
to get an idea on prices-
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The stuff you chose (please check for correct prices)-
intel i3 530 =5.3k
corsair 2*2= 4gb ddr3 = 4.1k
seagate 500gb = 1.8k
sony dvd dual layer drive=1.3k
nzxt gamma atx = 2.1k
logitech internet pro k&m = 0.8k
creative inspire 6060 5.1= 4k
plus hdmi,dvi cables, software installation,etc - 2k

stuff like dvi cables is usually free with LCD monitor.
So please do check what all you get charged for.

The stuff i add-
- ASUS P7H55 motherboard - 5.5K approx (you can buy ATX motherboard with good features as you are getting a decent gfx card)
*www.asus.com/product.aspx?P_ID=qpc2bo5ohh8aJCGY
- Corsair CX400 PSU (good for long run imho)
- You seem very keen on getting 22" LED monitor.
But you can save some money by getting 22" full HD LCD.
Try to get a 24" preferably (esp as it seems you like watching HD movies)]
- 5670 1GB is a good card but has it's limits in playing new games.
Try to get a GTS450/HD5770 for some decent gaming imho.
- Get a decent UPS- atleast a 600VA from some good brand for some decent backup time
 
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kadirmkarthik

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toad_frog09 said:
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Athlon II X4 635 @ 4.7k
Gigabyte 880GA UD2H @ 4.5k



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hi mr.toad,

is athlonII x4 635 better in performance than core i3 530? the latter has L2 cache 4mb but former has only 2mb. is the quadcore more important than cache memory?

are you sure about the mobo model you gave?i think its 880gma ud2h Or 880ga ud3h u wanna quote.

i m thinking to give up 5.1 speakers. i dont think its damn essential , is it not?give your opinion,also suggest me a nice 2.1 speakers with fine bass in 2-3k budget please.
 
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