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I've been racing Gran Turismo a long time, I wish to broaden my horizons with a Gaming PC.

I have roughly $1000 to spend on a Gaming PC, already have a G27.

I need help guys, there's so many options (many beyond my price point). What works for you?
I don't have the time to build a PC, so really looking for something turn key, please give a guy some suggestions.

Thank you.

*Edit* Wrong Forum, my apologies, feel free to move.
 
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XXI
I've been racing Gran Turismo a long time, I wish to broaden my horizons with a PC.

I have roughly $1000 to spend on a PC, already have a G27.

I need help guys, there's so many options (many beyond my price point). What works for you?
I don't have the time to build a PC, so really looking for something turn key, please give a guy some suggestions.

Thank you.
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I have a dell inspiron one. Touch screen. It cool. Realy fast when you install chrome. 👍
 
Are you looking for tips on a normal PC or a gaming PC? Just want to clarify, as I myself am looking for info on the latter.
 
Gaming PC, I'm reading about graphics cards that cost $750... ouch.
I was very curious if I could even enter the PC gaming arena for $1000.
 
XXI
Gaming PC, I'm reading about graphics cards that cost $750... ouch.
I was very curious if I could even enter the PC gaming arena for $1000.
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Oh gaming pc.... well in that case, idk lol... sorry......
 
I saw at the bottom of the forum list a dedicated PC forum. Perhaps they'll let it slide as this is gaming related.

Thanks, I will look into the Dell lineup. If I remember correctly, Best Buy has a "gaming" Dell in the $850 range.
 
1241Penguin
He just said for the second time that this thread is for a gaming PC...
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I know but I was saying that if he needed just a regular pc the dell would be a great choice......
 
1241Penguin
I've been looking at this site: http://www.build-gaming-computers.com/gaming-desktop-computer.html

...looks like there's two "recommended" that fits under $1000. But you will have to build it yourself.

I have no experience at all, any feedback by the more experienced on them would be great, thanks. :)
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Yes, feedback indeed from those who have been there. I'd hate to get into a huge project. Although I'm aware gaming PC's can be huge fun to build and are very customizable to your own preferences.
 
I really suggest just building your own.

For a first time builder, if that's the case, it shouldn't take you more than an hour and a half to two to put everything together and install Windows/whatever OS you're planning on.
 
I think most of the trouble comes from actually choosing the correct parts - whether or not they will work together.
 
1241Penguin
I think most of the trouble comes from actually choosing the correct parts - whether or not they will work together.
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I dunno, I reckon people don't realise that putting together a PC is extremely straightforward - I get the impression that people think building a PC involves all sorts of delicate and finicky procedures like soldering stuff and whatnot, when in reality all you literally have to do is put everything in the only receptacle that fits.

Choosing the correct parts is simple - RAM, video cards, power supplies and hard drives are all designed the same (what I mean is all RAM is the same, all hard drives are the same etc) so you're not going to find a set of RAM or a hard drive that will work on an Intel board but not an AMD or vice versa. Even with the huge range of processors available these days it's still a cakewalk, all you have to do is match the socket numbers. Socket 1155 Intel -> LGA1155 board, socket 2011 Intel -> LGA2011 board, socket AM3 -> AM3/941-pin board, socket AM3+ -> AM3+/942-pin board :P
 
Just build your own! Pre-built PC's are overpriced and underpowered. It is much easier to build PC's now than a few years ago. It's pretty much like legos :D Check this tutorial!

Do you have a Microcenter or Fry's near you?

CPU - i5-3570k = $190 (normally $250)
MoBo - ASrock Z77 Extreme4 = $115 (slickdeals) (normally $150)
GPU - Radeon 7850 = $250 (or higher - but this imo, best bang for the buck)

Microcenter had the 3570k and Asrock board for $280 combined, about $150 savings. You can still get the CPU for $190. If Fry's is closer, just pricematch it to microcenter. That CPU, MoBo, and GPU combo is pretty future proof and should suffice for a couple of years (im using all three right now). Easily maxes out any current games. I use triple screens on iRacing with maxed settings - excellent FPS. Not even OC'd yet.

For the rest of the parts:
RAM - Corsair Vengeance 8GB = $49
PSU - Corsair 650TX = $90
Case - CM Haf 912 = $55
CPU Cooler - CM Hyper 212 Evo = $30
HDD - 500GB = $50-$75
SDD (Optional) - 60GB = $60-$80
Optical - Asus/LG/HP = $15-30
OS - Windows 7 = $100

Total Net Est: $850-$950

Always be alert for sales/deals. Check www.slickdeals.net ...i dont go a day without visiting that site. Check the newegg/amazon tabs.

If you have any further questions, don't pm me :D Google is there to help.

Sayonara,
Stiggie
 
Sharky.
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What about choosing motherboards? Because if I'm going to upgrade my old desktop, the first thing I'd do is replace the motherboard, as it can only support up to 1GB of RAM.

Edit: Sorry for hi-jacking your thread XXI!
 
Well, every new motherboard has at least two (usually four) DIMM slots and as such will support >4GB of memory, so that's a non-issue.
 
I built my own PC back in November for the first time ever, it was so easy even my Mum could've done it! The key things are: put RAM in the matching colour slots (assuming it has coloured slots), don't let cats ANYWHERE near you or the computer while it's open, they're basically walking static bombs and... That might be it. Oh, if you're going with the stock Intel cooler you'll want to install it before you put the board in the case because they require a lot of force to fit (mine did, anyway), you need to support the motherboard to make sure you don't bend it.

The rest is simple, the CPU can only go one way and is a simple case of dropping it in and pushing a lever down, then you fit the cooler and plug it in on the board. RAM slots in, again only one way, graphics card, wifi card, sound card if you have one all just slot in... The motherboard needs to be screwed in to the case but those six screws and four for each hard drive (assuming your case doesn't have some sort of fancy hard drive mounts) are the only screws involved. Oh and four per fan, too.

Honestly, the hardest part of the whole thing is routing the cables.
 
This is priceless information gentlemen, I appreciate you all taking the time to help.

I will build my own, this community always comes through there are so many talented individuals around here.
 
Yeah, I should have said that it was the GT Planet guys that made it possible for me to build this machine, I didn't really know what was what but they pointed me in the right direction.
 

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