Rig @ 50K

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karan10g

Right off the assembly line
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, Editing and Recording videos, Office, Internet.

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: 50K

4. Planning to overclock?
A: Yes

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows 7 32 Bilt (Maybe 64bit later)

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1 TB

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 already own a Viewsonic VA1918wm. I am not looking to buy a new monitor. My max screen resolution is 1440*900.

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: No, Ill take Help.

10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: 7-10 Days

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

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Monitor, Speakers, UPS, Keyboard, Mouse

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Hyderabad and No.

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: - I want both AMD and Intel configurations, and is it better to go with intel or AMD?

FINALLY GOT THE RIG !!
Processor - Intel i5 2500k - 10,200
Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z68-D2H-B3 - 9,800
RAM - Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz 4GB DDR3 - 2750
Hard Disk - Seagate 1TB - 2750
Case - Cooler Master Elite 430 - 2850
PSU - Corsair GS 600W - 3950
Graphics Card - Saphire HD 6950 1 GB - 13,800
UPS - 650VA ( Upto 70 Mins Backup) - 2,900

Total w/Discount - 48.35K
 
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comp@ddict

comp@ddict

EXIT: DATA Junkyard
INTEL GAMING PC
Core i5 2500k @ 11.3K
Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 @ 9.5k
Corsair 2*2=4GB XMS3 DDR3 1600MHz C9 @ 3k
Sapphire HD 6950 2GB GDDR5 @ 16k
Corsair GS 600W @ 4.8k
CoolerMaster CM690 @ 4.2k
Seagate 1TB @ 2.7k
LG 22x DVD RW @ 1k

How's this? Has all your requirements.

- A Z68 board, a 2500k (easy 4GHz OC, since you mentioned you want to OC), the mighty HD6950 card (reference may unlock to HD6970), plus, the Z68 supports Intel's quick sync. Say hello to ULTRA FAST video conversion.

- Although what I can say is your monitor will be hindering your experience greatly. It is recommended to buy a new FULL HD monitor to make most out of your system.

- Another recommendation to make most our of your rig is Windows 7 x64..

- Future proof? Hell Yea, the CPU wont run out for a minimum 3 years(Depending on your hunger for more), plus Ivy Bridge will be compatible (but sadly 4 cores only), the GPU is a monster. 2-3 years gaming? Sure do!

My HD5850 1.5 years old still serves so well, was the best purchase at that time.
 
Cilus

Cilus

laborare est orare
Here is my suggestion for you:

Intel Core i5 2500K @ 10.8K
Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 @ 11.5K
G.Skill Ripjaws X F3-12800CL9D-4GBX (single 4 GB 1600 MHz stick) @ 2.6K
Sapphire HD 6870 @ 11.2K
Seagate 1 7200.12 TB HD @ 2.7K
LG 22X SATA DVD Writer @ 0.8K
Corsair TX 650W V2 @ 5.2K
Cooler MAster 690 II Advanced @ 5K
RANTOPAD H1 Ares Gaming Mouse Pad @ 0.3K

Total 50.1K

For gaming, there is no match for this rig, especially in 1440X900 resolution. Throw anything you want at the highest setting. For rendering, Editing, 2500K + Quicksync+ Lucid Logic Virtue....a superb combination.
 
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karan10g

Right off the assembly line
Thank you for the suggestions :) I have to check the prices here..really liked that i5 2500k..probably i might go with that. I am also thinking about a Phenom II X6 processor...is that any good compared to i5 2500k or an i7 2600? and about my monitor..i might upgrade that later. My monitor is about 6 months old..so im not looking to buy a new one now.
 
nilgtx260

nilgtx260

Maximum Craze
phenom x6 is not as good as sandy bridge, so better go with i5 2500K which is purely dedicated for unbeatable gaming experience & day to day task.
 
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shayem

shayem

In the zone
i5-2400 is better than Phenom II x6 1100T in overall performance. If you want AMD rig better wait for BD.
 
comp@ddict

comp@ddict

EXIT: DATA Junkyard
^^ exactly, and that's why I suggest it. And the HD6950 is an amazing card, just look at it's power consumption, so close to HD6870.
 
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karan10g

Right off the assembly line
Hi guys,
sorry for the late reply...I checked the prices at CTC park lane, Hyderabad and got these:
Processor - Intel i5 2500k - 10,200 (OK)
Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 - 10,350
Gigabyte GA-Z68-D2H-B3 - 9,800
Intel 6YB2B3 - 4,900
Intel DH67BL - 4,900 (Not sure which one to take ?)
RAM - Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz 4GB DDR3 - 2750 (OK)
Hard Disk - Seagate 1TB - 2750 (OK)
Case - Cooler Master Elite 430 - 2850 (OK)
PSU - Corsair GS 600W - 3950 (OK)
Graphics Card - Saphire HD 6870 1GB - 12,750 (Not Sure - Looking for a better one if possible)

I am a bit confused about which motherboard to take..are intel motherboards good enough to support the config? and will it be good for the for the future?..please suggest me a good motherboard around 8-10k price range, and about the graphics card, The HD 6870 seems to be a decent card..I just want to know are there any good ones in similar price range? which can give me good fps @1440*900. I have seen some people suggesting the MSI twin frozr 5series card..how are those compared to the HD6 series? Thanks :)
 
Cilus

Cilus

laborare est orare
For mobo, get the GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3 . It is tremendous value for money and it supports Lucid Logic Virtue, a feature missing in the higher end gigabyte Z68 mobos. In fact it is the cheapest Z68 mobo available which offers every feature of Z68 platform.

Don't go with H67 based mobos as they don't support overclocking of K series processor, main purpose of K series.

If you are open to Online purchase (which is very secure in you buy from reputated site like smcinternational) then get the Sapphire HD 6870 @ 11.3K from smcinternational. I suggested it because @ 1440X900 resolution, HD 6870 is more than enough. Even if you go for a 1920X1080 display, HD 6870 is capable to play all the games in that resolution and when slightly overclocked (900 to 970 MHz) it can easily match the performance of a HD 6950 stock. With the latest 11.6 catalyst driver, its performance has been improved by 10% (5000 and HD 6900 series performance have not been increased),bringing it very near to HD 6950 ,and we can expect more improve in performance with the new drivers. And you are forgetting one thing...If more performance is required in future, you have the option to Crossfire it, getting more performance than a GTX 580.
 
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karan10g

Right off the assembly line
Thank you cilus, you have been a great help :) ill probably get the rig in a couple of days..and yea the graphics card is bit expensive here..but im getting a good discount overall on the rig so, thats not a problem. Also, i am just curious how much power backup do i need?? i am thinking of getting a new UPS as well.
 
bssunilreddy

bssunilreddy

Chosen of the Omnissiah
I am also from Hyderabad.Where did you get the prices in CTC,Parklane.Which shop?Kindly specify, so that I also will buy from them.I am looking for the newer GPU's from AMD.This is the reason for my waiting.My config stands as follows which is also suitable for you.

1) CPU-Intel Core i5 2500k 3.3GHz -10200

2) RAM-Corsair Vengeance 4GB DDR3 1600MHz-2600

3) DVD-RW-Sony 24x SATA DVD-RW(DRU-880S-ZR)-950

4) MB-Gigabyte GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3-9500

5) CABINET-Cooler Master Elite 430-2400

6) SPEAKERS-Logitech Z313 Speakers-1000

7) MONITOR-Dell IN2030M 20”LED-6300

8) HDD-Western Digital Black 500GB SATA(WD5002AALX)-2700

9) GPU-MSI R6950 Twin Frozr III Power Edition/OC-15900

10) SMPS-Corsair GS 600-4000

11) KB+MOUSE-Razer Cyclosa Gaming Bundle-2000

TOTAL-57550
These above prices I got from Bhumika Computers from the Cellar at CTC.
 
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karan10g

Right off the assembly line
bavusani i got these prices from shweta computer bazar, shop no #80-82. Imo your configuration is very nice and price are fair. ill see if i can get a 6950 out of my budget, and thanks comp@ddict ill check that :)

EDIT:
Hey guys, i fianlly got the rig...i opted for an 6950 in the last min because the price difference between 6870 and this one was about 1k Rs..and i was really tempted. This is my rig now :)

Processor - Intel i5 2500k - 10,200
Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z68-D2H-B3 - 9,800
RAM - Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz 4GB DDR3 - 2750
Hard Disk - Seagate 1TB - 2750
Case - Cooler Master Elite 430 Black - 2850
PSU - Corsair GS 600W - 3950
Graphics Card - Saphire HD 6950 1 GB - 13,800
UPS - 650VA ( Upto 70 Mins Backup) - 2,900
 
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luv_u_shark

Broken In
Hello everyone...

I just need some advice regarding gaming pc as i am also from hyderabad so which shop is best to get my gaming pc assembled .Shld i wait for AMD bulldozer or i5 is good as i wld connect my gaming pc to 32 lcd . Please do help me with the hd graphics card with hdmi to connect to my lcd. Thanks in advance
 
Cilus

Cilus

laborare est orare
karan10g said:
bavusani i got these prices from shweta computer bazar, shop no #80-82. Imo your configuration is very nice and price are fair. ill see if i can get a 6950 out of my budget, and thanks comp@ddict ill check that :)

EDIT:
Hey guys, i fianlly got the rig...i opted for an 6950 in the last min because the price difference between 6870 and this one was about 1k Rs..and i was really tempted. This is my rig now :)

Processor - Intel i5 2500k - 10,200
Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z68-D2H-B3 - 9,800
RAM - Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz 4GB DDR3 - 2750
Hard Disk - Seagate 1TB - 2750
Case - Cooler Master Elite 430 Black - 2850
PSU - Corsair GS 600W - 3950
Graphics Card - Saphire HD 6950 1 GB - 13,800
UPS - 650VA ( Upto 70 Mins Backup) - 2,900
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Indeed, it is a killer rig... Congrats bro for going to be the proud owner of such a powerful rig. Just for you, Crysis 2 has released their DirectX 11 and HD texture patch.
Now Njoy Hard core Gaming
 
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