[RafaSimpsons]

Well, I'm trying to search for the equivalent in price and performance, but I can't find a Desktop like that in Portugal, ****!

[etertay]

just another reason to build your own if you can find a good retail store that has all the parts

http://www.buildacomputerguide.com/

[Gonzakpo]

Build your own computer. Choose every component one by one. The key is to find the where to buy each component at the cheapest price. Once you gather all the needed components you can start building it. It's not really hard to build a computer. You only have to be careful of not damaging critical parts like the processor. But I built my first computer when I was 14 so imagine how easy it is.

[RafaSimpsons]

Thanks to all for the answers. I will build a computer, but what worries me more are the motherboard incompatibilities with any other component. Here is my thread where I chose the components to build the computer and where you can advise me. http://www.ps3hax.net/showthread.php...285#post352285

[Gonzakpo]

I will give you some advice:

First, choose the desired platform. I personally recommend Intel. Although is more expensive, nowadays it's performance is far superior than AMD. Many benchmarks support my statement. Probably you should go for Sandy Bridge processor (Socket 1555).

Once you chose your processor. Choose your motherboard. You have to look at several things here. But the typical ones are: ATX or mATX, number of PCIe x16 (specially if you are planning on having two video cards), number of RAM dimms, chipset, USB 3, SATA 3, etc.

Once you chose your motherboard you can choose your RAM. I recommend something from DDR3 1600MHz or above. Look for reputable brands like OCZ, GSKILL, etc. Take special attention at which memory speeds does your motherboard support. Not all the chipsets support 1600MHz memories. The cheapest ones support up to 1333MHz.

And the rest is easy. Any HDD is fine. SATA 3 or SATA 2 is the same for a regular HDD. Western Digital never failed to me.

Then choose the graphic card. This is very personal and you have to read hundreds of reviews to find which is the best in the performance/price ratio.

The key part of a computer is the PSU. Use an online calculator to estimate the wattage you need. Buy a reputable brand PSU. Not a generic PSU. If this fails, the whole computer fails and any component can get damaged in the process. You have to dimention your PSU according to your current and FUTURE needs. If you plan on adding an extra graphic card later on, take it into account. If you don't you'll have to change the PSU when you add the other graphic card.

And last but not least. The rig. I really don't care too much about brand here. Choose something that provides a good amount of air to your config.

I hope this helps you.

[RafaSimpsons]

Originally Posted by Gonzakpo I will give you some advice: First, choose the desired platform. I personally recommend Intel. Although is more expensive, nowadays it's performance is far superior than AMD. Many benchmarks support my statement. Probably you should go for Sandy Bridge processor (Socket 1555). Once you chose your processor. Choose your motherboard. You have to look at several things here. But the typical ones are: ATX or mATX, number of PCIe x16 (specially if you are planning on having two video cards), number of RAM dimms, chipset, USB 3, SATA 3, etc. Once you chose your motherboard you can choose your RAM. I recommend something from DDR3 1600MHz or above. Look for reputable brands like OCZ, GSKILL, etc. Take special attention at which memory speeds does your motherboard support. Not all the chipsets support 1600MHz memories. The cheapest ones support up to 1333MHz. And the rest is easy. Any HDD is fine. SATA 3 or SATA 2 is the same for a regular HDD. Western Digital never failed to me. Then choose the graphic card. This is very personal and you have to read hundreds of reviews to find which is the best in the performance/price ratio. The key part of a computer is the PSU. Use an online calculator to estimate the wattage you need. Buy a reputable brand PSU. Not a generic PSU. If this fails, the whole computer fails and any component can get damaged in the process. You have to dimention your PSU according to your current and FUTURE needs. If you plan on adding an extra graphic card later on, take it into account. If you don't you'll have to change the PSU when you add the other graphic card. And last but not least. The rig. I really don't care too much about brand here. Choose something that provides a good amount of air to your config. I hope this helps you.

Thanks @Gonzakpo for your advice

[RafaSimpsons]

Originally Posted by Gonzakpo The key part of a computer is the PSU. Use an online calculator to estimate the wattage you need. Buy a reputable brand PSU. Not a generic PSU. If this fails, the whole computer fails and any component can get damaged in the process. You have to dimention your PSU according to your current and FUTURE needs. If you plan on adding an extra graphic card later on, take it into account. If you don't you'll have to change the PSU when you add the other graphic card. And last but not least. The rig. I really don't care too much about brand here. Choose something that provides a good amount of air to your config. I hope this helps you.

But hasn't the PSU a rig already? Can you tell me what is the rig?

[republicano]

he means pc case, not all rigs have psu's included, ive got a antec 300 which is good for air flow,as gonza said get a good psu,im stuck at the stage of upgrading my psu if i buy a new gpu card,

if you can look up cpu cutout if you plan to buy a large heat sink for your cpu, some heatsinks come with weak plastic pins that break easy such as in ARCTIC COOLING pro 7, so instead of the generic push pins like on intels heatsinks, you put the cpu mount behind your motherboard which is alot better and secure

http://benchmarkreviews.com/images/r...unting_Kit.jpg

[RafaSimpsons]

Originally Posted by republicano he means pc case, not all rigs have psu's included, ive got a antec 300 which is good for air flow,as gonza said get a good psu,im stuck at the stage of upgrading my psu if i buy a new gpu card, if you can look up cpu cutout if you plan to buy a large heat sink for your cpu, some heatsinks come with weak plastic pins that break easy such as in ARCTIC COOLING pro 7, so instead of the generic push pins like on intels heatsinks, you put the cpu mount behind your motherboard which is alot better and secure http://benchmarkreviews.com/images/r...unting_Kit.jpg

I won't buy a rig. I will ask my grandpa for a pc case. He has lots of them in his store.

[TizzyT]

Originally Posted by RafaSimpsons I won't buy a rig. I will ask my grandpa for a pc case. He has lots of them in his store.

Usually the Rig means the whole computer components and all.
I personally start off with either choosing a CPU or motherboard first.
Then add to it like ram, gpu hdd etc.
Last thing I pick out is case, making sure I pick one that fits everything.

As for the PSU going with a good brand 750 watt has never went wrong for me in a single gpu setup (and even dual card before just fine), but like mentioned using the calculator might help although I never use it.

There is a typo on the socket number on top just incase you were looking for it and can't find it. Its supposed to be 1155 and not 1555.

I too recommend getting the sandybridge.