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Just been given a PC for free, its not branded at all just in a black case , inside is an Intel core 2 quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40 Ghz , 2 x 2GB Ram DDR2 , 500GB SATA HDD , 400W PSU , and an FSB 1333 multi core CPU  apart from the HDD is any of this any good for gaming ? or should I just start over ? It is quite an old build probably 2007 .. |
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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the processor is the best bit although it's a bit shyte. It has no gpu and uses slow DDR2. I'd just start over
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@popcap | 10 January 13 |
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Thanks ill start a fresh in a better case then, least the hdd's are good for something
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@alvar89 | 10 January 13 |
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get a ssd boot drive and use the 500gb for media games etc.
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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for a good cheap case I recommend Thermaltake Commander. It supports USB 3.0, 4 fan mounts, a dust filter and a place for a large video card, 12.5 inches to be exact
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@popcap | 10 January 13 |
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was thinking about ssd for boot like u say im still researching what stuff to buy as im a newb all ill use it for is gaming and just want 1080p with decent fps on most games not bothered on 3D and stuff , is that the thermal commander MS-II ?
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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it is! If you want a good gpu for the money, get a Radeon 7770 1GB. It can crank out good framerates without breaking the bank. For something more powerful thats still good for the money, Radeon 7850 2GB. It'll crush any game
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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also DO NOT SKIMP ON YOUR PSU!!! I cannot say that enough. 600w should be good but make sure it's 80 plus certified. Also, I wouldn't get an Intel i7 when Intel i5 3570k is soooo good.
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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also, i5 3470 is d*mn GOOD for a budget build. And don't go for over 8GB RAM. 8GB is perfect. Theres just no need for it. Just wasted money that can be well spent elsewhere
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@popcap | 10 January 13 |
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was looking at i5 and an msi motherboard but there is so much choice I could spend about a year deciding at this rate then comparing prices etc lol
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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i5 3570k is a great choice for anyone really, but the lower end i5's are great too
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@alvar89 | 10 January 13 |
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the msi z77A-g43 and g41 are decent z77 chip boards with reasonable prize.
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@alvar89 | 10 January 13 |
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a z77 with an ivy bridge cpu the 3570k for example unlock new features like higher ram speed support, pci ex 3.0 etc
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@alvar89 | 10 January 13 |
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i have a z77a-g45 msi board and it runs fine had it over 2 months now. if you want a high end board from msi look up a z77a-gd65
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@popcap | 10 January 13 |
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thanks both ill check all those suggested out , going to start ordering parts over the weekend
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@trollulz | 10 January 13 |
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also, throw a few 120mm fans in the case. That Thermaltake Commander has great ventilation and lots of space and features for its price range. Dont forget an optical drive for disks
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@meghertz | 11 January 13 |
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The q6600 is still a d*mn good chip even for such an old part and paired with a reasonable graphics card will get you pleasing results in most games at 1080p. Grab a 5870 or similarly aged part, another 2gbs of ram and the aforementioned ssd and you've got a nice budget gaming rig right there.
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@trollulz | 11 January 13 |
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I personally wouldnt do that. That chip couldn't totally use a high end gpu. And more DDR2? Oh lord your pc must be a disaster
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@brett82 | 11 January 13 |
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your telling him to get new cpu and mother board and stuff which is basically a new build so is wasting what if has when all he really needs to make use of the system is a gpu and maybe a new power supply depending on what gpu he buys
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@popcap | 11 January 13 |
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Think I have a little build plan now would hope this would do what I am after gaming wise but suggestions welcome : Intel CPU Core i5 3470 , Corsair 600W 80 PLUS Bronze, SLI/CrossFire EPS 12V Quiet Fan ATX PSU , Radeon HD 7770 , Gigabyte Z77-DS3H Motherboard , 2 x 4GB DDR3
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@trollulz | 11 January 13 |
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VERY good budget build! Yes, I see you used many of my suggestions! Oh yeah, its cost effective and will run anything at 1080p with great fps! Great first build. You already know my suggestion on a case
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