First off im new to the forums, so Hi

Im thinking about building my own computer. Im generally planning to use it for internet browsing, abit of video editing and gaming. I thought that i should start with the processors and go on from there.
I have no idea what processor i should get, which is why im here.
I dont know whether to go for Intel or AMD, quad core or something like an i5 or i7. I would prefer not to spend more than around £700 (on everything) which may be a problem.
Anyway, what do you think ?

Try to keep it relatively simple because im pretty much a novice when it come to computers

Thanks

Maybe something like this.

Intel has the power for what you want but it comes at a price, they have always been on the pricey side compared to AMD.

AMD can also do what you are seeking at a cheaper price, they have always been a whole lot cheaper then Intel.

so it comes down to those two names Intel or AMD, you can still get last generation CPUs for cheap like the Intel C2Q (core 2 quad) or the AMD Phenom X4.

unless you plan to drop $2,000 on a new machine then you should go top of the line Intel Core i7 easily $560 for a CPU lol

Would that AMD one be good for quite a few years ?
If so then that seems great for me

or should i spend abit more and go for this one:
Intel Core i5 750 2.66GHz
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/172755

And what about this one ?
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400
http://www.ebuyer.com/product/148545


This message was edited by S h a d o w on Nov 15 2009.

well how many years do you plan to keep this computer? if you had 1K pounds, then you could get yourself a setup that would last ages. AMD 965 3.4 Ghz, 4 GB DDR3 1600 mhz RAM, 2x HD 4890 video cards in Crossfire, 500 GB HDD, and a 700 watt PSU.

quote hiigaran

well how many years do you plan to keep this computer? if you had 1K pounds, then you could get yourself a setup that would last ages. AMD 965 3.4 Ghz, 4 GB DDR3 1600 mhz RAM, 2x HD 4890 video cards in Crossfire, 500 GB HDD, and a 700 watt PSU.

That setup sounds great and if it would last ages even better!. I cant really afford to spend over £700
I haven't really got a plan for how long. I would just like to make sure that i choose the right one which is good and will last as long as possible. With my tight budget of £700 i would prefer it to cost under £150.


Also what about this processor ?
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.00GHz 6M Cache S775 1333MHZ
http://www.dabs.com/products/intel-core-2-duo-e8400-3-00ghz-6m-cache-s775-1333mhz-4YCZ.html?refs=

Would it be better to go for a high end duel core?, also its only £122.

Its so hard to choose, there is so many!!!

This message was edited by S h a d o w on Nov 15 2009.

This message was edited by S h a d o w on Nov 15 2009.

well in that case, you can just get one 4890, and swap the 965 to a 955 or 940, and it will get you under budget. it ought to last for 4 to 5 years with decent gaming settings.

quote hiigaran

well in that case, you can just get one 4890, and swap the 965 to a 955 or 940, and it will get you under budget. it ought to last for 4 to 5 years with decent gaming settings.

Sounds great! il look into it. Im just thinking about how i can do it aswell. It would be my first time
Im not sure if i could do it because i dont know much about the parts let alone how to build one. Although it would be really helpful for me because i have only recently started an IT System Support course at college.

Thanks for you help

i would give you some links, but im not familiar with the euro. ironic, seeing as im in sweden

quote hiigaran

i would give you some links, but im not familiar with the euro. ironic, seeing as im in sweden

You mean the pound ?

oh sorry, i meant pound. i must have confused this thread with another one thats currently active.

quote hiigaran

oh sorry, i meant pound. i must have confused this thread with another one thats currently active.

lol Well it does seem like you have posted a comment on every topic!

Last question.
I know its probably better to build my own, but i wouldnt be better off buying this one would i ?
It isnt worth £688 right?

CPU: Intel® Core 2 Quad Q9400
CPU Cooler: Coolermaster Hyper TX3
Motherboard: Asus P5P43TD (Intel P43 chipset, 4x DDR3, PCI-E 2.0)
Memory: 4GB DDR3 1333mhz (2x 2GB)
Hard Drives: 500GB S-ATAII 3.0Gb/s
Optical Drive: 22x DVD±RW DL S-ATA Lightscribe
Graphics card: ATI Radeon HD 5850 1GB
Sound card: Onboard 7.1 Audio
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Software: ero and PowerDVD
PSU: 500W Eagle
Case: EZCool H601

what are the individual prices of the hardware? and im not a fan of the core 2 series, or that power supply. also, the sound card isnt needed.

regarding the power supply, choose one from this list:

arctic
antec
bfg
coolermaster
corsair
ocz
mushkin
gigabyte
fsp
pc power and cooling
silverstone
thermaltake
xfx
zalman

quote hiigaran

what are the individual prices of the hardware? and im not a fan of the core 2 series, or that power supply. also, the sound card isnt needed.

regarding the power supply, choose one from this list:

arctic
antec
bfg
coolermaster
corsair
ocz
mushkin
gigabyte
fsp
pc power and cooling
silverstone
thermaltake
xfx
zalman

I don't know the individual prices, i have to choose a sound card, i dont have much of a choose when it comes to other makes or the psu and i have to choose one of 2 processors and they are both core 2.

Doesnt matter, i wont get that one.
I would much rather build my own. I would learn alot (which i need to do for my college course), be able to choose what i want and what makes they are.

Huge thanks for your help. Il look up the parts you suggested and get some prices
...well, il look them up tomorrow.

oh that was a prebuilt. that explains a lot. dont go for prebuilts. build your own.