Some Advice Is Needed

[nxcess]

Hey guys. A friend of mine asked me to build him a computer to replace his 4 year old computer. I've decided to go the Intel route, mainly with the quad core. He's setting aside 1200 to build himself a good gaming machine. Is it enough or should I go for dual core instead? I need some advice on what route to take and what parts to get.

 

[dhc014]

Start reading please. If you want to take the easy route, read some of the identical threads within this forum started by people who actually researched good components sufficiently before posting.

1200 is enough if you don't include a huge display.

 

[engiNURD]

Lets see if we can get you started at least...

$225 - MSI 8800GTS 512MB
$225 - Intel Q6600
$110 - MSI P35 Neo2-FR
$110 - WD6400AAKS
$90 - Corsair HX520W
$70 - 4GB DDR2-800 2x2GB
$50 - Some Cooler Master case
$40 - Xigmatek HDT-S1283
$27 - Samsung SH-S203B
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$950 + tax and shipping (before rebates)

Does he need an OS?
What monitor will he be using?
What games does he play and at what resolution/settings?
What else is included in that $1200 budget?
Have you read through the GenHard FAQ? If not, please do so!

 

[HardwareGuru]

solid build despite what LCD monitor you have.

Lets see if we can get you started at least...

$225 - MSI 8800GTS 512MB
$225 - Intel Q6600
$110 - MSI P35 Neo2-FR
$110 - WD6400AAKS
$90 - Corsair HX520W
$70 - 4GB DDR2-800 2x2GB
$50 - Some Cooler Master case
$40 - Xigmatek HDT-S1283
$27 - Samsung SH-S203B
============
$950 + tax and shipping (before rebates)