Need a new PC...build recommendations

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My current POS is starting to kick the bucket slowly...the PSU is loud, the CPU fan whines and I haven't upgraded for like 5 years now so I think it's time.

Anyway, I'm only looking to replace the box, no peripherals like monitors, keyboard etc. Also, I game on my 360 so onbard graphics is fine, no need for a graphics card.

I need a new:
  1. case
  2. motherboard
  3. CPU
  4. Quiet PSU
  5. 4GB (maybe 8) RAM

With a budget of R5000...what would you recommend? Link me..
 
What are you looking for, Quad core, dual core ? You could build a very nice AMD system with that money without a graphics card...
 
Natedogg said:
What are you looking for, Quad core, dual core ? You could build a very nice AMD system with that money without a graphics card...
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The fastest system possible for R5k is what I'm looking for.

Ideally quad-core...I need recommendations here.
 
This one is from ikonicIT, a little bit over R5000 though, (however the best processor on the market from AMD of course) and 6GB of Ram, This should run like a dream...


OCZ DDR2 2048MB Value Series
CODE: OCZ2V8002G
Quantity: X R250.00 = R750.00 = 6GB

Vantec ioN2+C VAN-520C
CODE: PS-V520CE
Quantity: X R584.00 = R584.00

Coolermaster RC-310-BKN1
CODE: CH-CE310BN
Quantity: X R387.00 = R387.00
Blue:

Asus M2N68-VM
CODE: MB-AM2N68VM
Quantity: X R765.00 = R765.00

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition
CODE: CP-AAQ955B
Quantity: X R2,770.00 = R2,770.00

TOTAL= R5256
 
Natedogg said:
This one is from ikonicIT, a little bit over R5000 though, (however the best processor on the market from AMD of course) and 6GB of Ram, This should run like a dream...


OCZ DDR2 2048MB Value Series
CODE: OCZ2V8002G
Quantity: X R250.00 = R750.00 = 6GB

Vantec ioN2+C VAN-520C
CODE: PS-V520CE
Quantity: X R584.00 = R584.00

Coolermaster RC-310-BKN1
CODE: CH-CE310BN
Quantity: X R387.00 = R387.00
Blue:

Asus M2N68-VM
CODE: MB-AM2N68VM
Quantity: X R765.00 = R765.00

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition
CODE: CP-AAQ955B
Quantity: X R2,770.00 = R2,770.00

TOTAL= R5256
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Nice system.
 
I have the AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition , what a great CPU ! No probs at all! u wont be sorry!

Do u need a OS? cause didnt see it in there!
 
Natedogg said:
This one is from ikonicIT, a little bit over R5000 though, (however the best processor on the market from AMD of course) and 6GB of Ram, This should run like a dream...


OCZ DDR2 2048MB Value Series
CODE: OCZ2V8002G
Quantity: X R250.00 = R750.00 = 6GB

Vantec ioN2+C VAN-520C
CODE: PS-V520CE
Quantity: X R584.00 = R584.00

Coolermaster RC-310-BKN1
CODE: CH-CE310BN
Quantity: X R387.00 = R387.00
Blue:

Asus M2N68-VM
CODE: MB-AM2N68VM
Quantity: X R765.00 = R765.00

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition
CODE: CP-AAQ955B
Quantity: X R2,770.00 = R2,770.00

TOTAL= R5256
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Firstly, for RAM, what's the difference between DDR2 and DDR3?

Second, does the PSU have modular cabling r some type of cable management?

Third, is the case purrty?

Fourth, between Asus and MSI, which is the better motherboard brand?

steviebogos said:
I have the AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition , what a great CPU ! No probs at all! u wont be sorry!

Do u need a OS? cause didnt see it in there!
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Nope, Windows 7 RC1 will serve me well until I decide to get the RTM and ultimately buy Windows 7 when it's released.
 
feo said:
Firstly, for RAM, what's the difference between DDR2 and DDR3?

Second, does the PSU have modular cabling r some type of cable management?

Third, is the case purrty?
google it because it will depend on YOUR tastes ;)

Fourth, between Asus and MSI, which is the better motherboard brand?

Asus I reckon

Nope, Windows 7 RC1 will serve me well until I decide to get the RTM and ultimately buy Windows 7 when it's released.
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........
 
I think you would be paying quite a bit more for DDR3 Ram...
 
So nobody thinks I should rather go with an intel system?

My previous 2 machines were AMD but recently I hear everyone talking about i7s..
 
feo said:
So nobody thinks I should rather go with an intel system?

My previous 2 machines were AMD but recently I hear everyone talking about i7s..
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i7's are way too expensive. I have a Phenom 9950, great processor for the price! i7 motherboards are also quite pricey.
 
feo said:
So nobody thinks I should rather go with an intel system?

My previous 2 machines were AMD but recently I hear everyone talking about i7s..
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Not with that budget unfortunately.
 
I have an AMD system and love it :)
I also have the Asus M2N68-VM and must say it is a great board :)
Nice a sturdy with nice CPU support for future upgrades!!
 
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