cheap computer

[vict0r]

I'm looking to build a computer.

the max I would want to give out is around $550.

this won't be an ultimate gaming system. I want it to be able to play some games though...

I dunno if I should go with a core 2 duo or an amd ... what mobo ... I know that 2 gigs of ram will be alright .. and maybe a 8600gt or so ?

I want the things to sound big, the system to be good but not expensive so I can resell it ...

help me out guys, what should be a good pc..

like i see in the newspaper

1.8 Ghz Intel Dual Core
DVD Combo Drive
512 mb ddr400 memory
82.3 Gig hdd
17" Dell Flatscreen
Windows Vista
Office 2007

that for around $690, you could say $700 .. so I was thinking if I could build something better that I could make that money , would be nice

512mb for windows vista is a rip off though...

I hope you guys understand what I mean ... I want a good system but cheap to sell fast...

thanks in advance

 

[Dangman]

- So what parts do you need for that $550 budget?
- What size monitor do you have?
- Will you be overclocking?

 

[vict0r]

no overclocking
17inch or 19 inch , still undecided

the pc has to be a pc that does the normal stuff and a could handle a game..

but i'm not looking for top of the top...

 

[Dangman]

You didn't answer my question:

- So what parts do you need for that $550 budget?

Oh and what else will you be doing with this PC besides light gaming?
Also what games are you planning to play?

 

[engiNURD]

Good pre-built deals are hard to beat sometimes, especially with the software included.