buying a pc need advice

BI0H0G

So i want to buy a PC for 3d modeling but my budget is $500 so i was thinking of buying a gaming pc then upgrade it. What do you guys think is a good gaming pc to start to?

amadeux

In your case, I would consider building your own PC. I would say it's all about the motherboard. Last I set mine up with an AM3 processor socket and a good BUS setup ready for 2-3 year upgrades. Not too sure what's up now a days, but anything within a current range can keep you well for the next 4-5 years. check out "NCIX-tech tips" on you tube for some good pointers from Linus. and pricewatch.com for good values. Worth the research.

Lazerus Reborn

http://www.logicalincrements.com/

go for it

BI0H0G

ok, so what build should i go for?

Lazerus Reborn

Well whatever works within your price range so $510 section and check out what you can get.

When you've decided your parts, check out websites to buy the parts.

amadeux

Well, if you're asking for brand and model it's kind of a general question to ask. Brands change often and models come and go. Like I said, you need to do some research. Lazerus has a pretty good link to start off with, but if your looking something you can upgrade through time look at what overall price range you're comfortable with throughout the time you are allotting yourself. Like I said, it's most about the motherboard. A good one can get you started pretty well with its internal video if you're willing to work with it until you can afford a good card. so in that case shoot for the high end you plan to achieve. If you're concerned about putting one together, I think there's plenty of online resources to help you get through it.

BI0H0G

ok, thanks il start to research and il post the build

BI0H0G

this is what i got checking on pricewatch

CPU Intel Xeon X5472 Slasa 3.00GHz Processor http://www.ascendtech.us/intel-xeon-x5472-slasa-3-00ghz-processor_i_cpqxex5472slasa.aspx?agent=pricewatch

Motherboard GIGABYTE GA-B85M-HD3 LGA1150 http://www.portatech.com/products/product.cshtml?id=79704&r=p&utm_source=pricewatch&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=GIGABYTE+GA-B85M-HD3&utm_campaign=Motherboards

GPU MSI GeForce GTX 660 N660 2GD5/OC Video Card http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5121339&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=kQ2kZjHcXDM-n5mzm4Lrr86Q.PIVr1nohw

HHD Seagate 1TB SATA Hard Drive http://www.portatech.com/catalog/viewitem.asp?id=74679&r=p&utm_source=pricewatch&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=Seagate+&utm_campaign=Hard+%2F+Removable+Drives

il add the power supply in the list later but i need your opinion i a noob on this

oXYnary

Incompatible cpu.

Socket 1150 is the Haswelll i.

Socket 1155 is the older i.

The ones you chose was for servers and an older socket type from the core days.

Edit: Go here, these combos will have everything correct. You may or may not pay more than elseplace for some of the equipment, but you wouldn't be saving much.

http://www.newegg.com/DIY-PC-SuperCombos/PromotionStore/ID-33

BI0H0G

ok how about this one Intel Core i5 i5-3350P 3.10 GHz Processor - Socket H2 LGA-1155 http://viglink.pgpartner.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=1049401259/search=lga+1155

as for Memory RAM what type do you guys think is good for a low price

ZacD

You probably want 2- 4 gig sticks of DDR3.

oXYnary

BI0H0G wrote: »

ok how about this one Intel Core i5 i5-3350P 3.10 GHz Processor - Socket H2 LGA-1155 http://viglink.pgpartner.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=1049401259/search=lga+1155

as for Memory RAM what type do you guys think is good for a low price

Wont fit your previously stated mb. You need a haswell i. Get at least 8gigs for the mutitasking we do.

Dave Jr

oXYnary wrote: »

Wont fit your previously stated mb. You need a haswell i. Get at least 8gigs for the mutitasking we do.

If im UK based, could I purchase from here? I know obv it may be different power supply etc...

BI0H0G

ok how is this, is this a good then GIGABYTE GA-Z77-HD4 LGA1155 http://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?p=MB-Z77-HD4&c=pw&hash=78799aL7X2%2FC6c3U7doTErcobFxptoTnDxvecVTgNTjHYaiIMT1QA%2FoJ3k46HvmvXiYvRnV%2BDKFj9f4BbGwxhXrDJmSc00lqoUNfkCIupO6R0SoLf94TdApQrzY#

as for RAM i doesn't matter what type brand?

skyline5gtr

boards have a supported memory list, you can usually get it on their website but the typical top names will usually work

G.Skill
Corsair
Kingston
mushikin

BI0H0G

ok i see, this is the build for now

CPU Intel Core i5 i5-3350P 3.10 GHz Processor - Socket H2 LGA-1155 http://viglink.pgpartner.com/search_...earch=lga+1155

Motherboard GIGABYTE GA-Z77-HD4 LGA1155 http://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?...oLf94TdApQrzY#

Ram Corsair Vengeance 8gb Ddr3 Sdram Memory Module http://www.compsource.com/ttechnote.asp?part_no=CML8GX3M2A1600C9B&vid=997&src=PW

GPU GeForce GTX 660 N660 2GD5/OC Video Card http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...r86Q.PIVr1nohw

HHD Seagate 1TB SATA Hard Drive http://www.portatech.com/catalog/vie...movable+Drive

Krypteia

That link is great Lazerus, thanks!

BI0H0G

is this a good one to start whit http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Intel-I5-3570K-Quad-Core-Gaming-Pc-Computer-500Gb-4Gb-Nvidia-GTX-650Ti-1Gb-Van-B-/121063507873

ysalex

I would advise against that one. Typically when you see something like that it has poor primary parts that aren't listed. Motherboard, PSU, etc. These things are the backbone of your computer, and loss of any of them could cause damage to the other parts, but will set you back in getting a nice computer. Also consider that that price doesn't include an OS, so unless you're going with linux you'll have to pay for that as well.

My suggestion is to build the system yourself, and tailor it to your needs. 500 is a heck of a budget, but it can be done. I would suggest reddit.com/r/buildapc or /r/buildapcforme -- that last one you list what you want to do and what you want to spend, and people will suggest builds for you.

Don't cheap out on the power supply or the MOBO - get decent parts there and you can always upgrade the system later.