Buying a new PC... need suggestions!

[rahul941400]

Hello,

I am buying a new Desktop soon, and I have had quotations made from various dealers, and I need suggestions for some parts...
Here's the config am buying:

core i7 920 + Intel m/b wx58bp (would MSI mobo be better?)
4GB DDR3 RAM
1 TB SATA (seagate or WD? please suggest?)
22" TFT samsung monitor
ATI HD 5750/5770 (!? suggest which would be better?)
Creative 2.1 speakers (or should I go for altec lansing?)
DVD writer

please suggest the best cabinet for this configuration... should I go for coolermaster? what additional things should I buy? Anything else you want to suggest?

Thanks
Best Regards
Rahul

[ashu888ashu888]

Hmm... ok so i guess from ur post, u are new to things related to core i7, it wud be better if u post it here ----> the Official Intel Core ix thread for desktops and laptops in this official core i7 thread as it wud be better to keep things more organised ..

reported to mods....
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please, as a request, post in the above link (it will make the forum less cluttered)...

[asingh]

@OP:
Budget..?

[ashu888ashu888]

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@ asign: buddy, plz let the mods 1st mearge this thread with the above link b4 we start posting, please a request...
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========== to all guys, plz let the mods 1st mearge this thread with this one here ---> the Official Intel Core ix thread for desktops and laptops =========

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cheers n e-peace...

[asingh]

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Mods to jack here...!

[rahul941400]

@ashu : it has no relation to core i7 processor, thanks but Its just hardware related questions, general not specefic.

@asigh: 60k-70k (doesnt matter if it gets any higher than this)

[asingh]

Nehalem Core i7 920 : 14145
Corsair CMPSU-550VX : 5565
PowerColor HD5850 1GB DDR5 : 16144
Corsair TR3X6G - 1333C9 6GB Kit : 8405
Coolermaster HAF 932 : 8992
Gigabyte GA-EX58UD3R : 11275
1TB HDD : ~ 4500

Total : 69026

See how this is. If you want less, we can tone down the GPU / Cabinet / and motherboard.

All prices pre-tax.

[rahul941400]

Thanks, i'll buy HD 5750 instead of 5870 and please suggest some other cabinet ( a bit cheaper) since i'd be buying 22" samsung moniter too...and is the PSU not included with cabinet? And are psu different from smps?

[Arnab boss]

4 cabinet look @ Cm690 4.5k and the side transparent @ 4.9k...' or antec 900 @ 8k but a cm 690 with 7 fans will do the job 4 u..' don't forget 2 add a good heatsink in it...'

Secondly psu and smps r same and u will need a powerful one 4 ur rig like vx550 or even tx 650...'

[rahul941400]

I see, can anyone suggest where can I get all these hardware in Delhi? Nehru place? I dont want to buy online! I was thinking about going to Delhi Trade Zone? But am not sure if they know all these stuff...

[asingh]

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A 550W PSU would be good. Stick to the one I have recommended. Well if you are not going to get it online, then you might have a waiting period for the parts. Go to Nehru Place, when you enter from the PARAS side. You enter the main complex. On the right side..upper side...Meghdoot Building. SMC International, is a good shop. Gurmeet could help you out.

[rahul941400]

Okay, so here's my final configuration:

=>Core i7
=>Gigabyte GA-EX58UD3R (I want to buy GIGABYTE GA-X58A-UD3R but I guess it aint available in india yet?)
=> 4GB corsair/Transcend
=>1 TB WD
=>Powercolor HD5750
=>22" Samsung TFT
=>Corsair CMPSU-550VX
=>Cooler Master 690

=>DVD-writer
=> Creative 2.1 channel

@asigh: Thanks very much mate, I really appreciate it. BTW would this gurmeet be able to get me all these components? Actually most retailers are not aware of these componenets, He does understand all this stuff I hope?

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also are there any USB 3.0 motherboards available in india yet? like >> GIGABYTE GA-X58A-UD3R

[asingh]

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Gurmeet will. He does source. Why do you not order from Lynx. I got my whole system from there.

Though get a 58xx series accelerator.

[rahul941400]

vl ordering from lynx means rs 3000 additional for delivery. I contacted SMC international, they're charging a bit high compared to delhi trade zone nd lynx. why do you prefer 58xx ??

[asingh]

Talk to Lynx. Amarbir. He will get it done for cheap. I ordered mine, and it was couriered for like Rs 500. (Had a CM690 in the bundle). I am saying 58xx cause they are the fastest cards. The system you are getting, would be better balanced with a 58xx series.

Also just noticed, you are getting 4GB DDR3. That would be 2 x 2GB sticks, right..? This way you will not optimize the tri-channel architecture of the X58. Get three sticks, in multiples of 3,6,9,12..etc. This would be good: Corsair TR3X6G - 1333C9 6GB Kit @ 8405. 4GB is odd for the X58.

[ashu888ashu888]

^^

I agree abt the 3 channel RAM concept..

@ Rahul: u better get 3x1GB or 6x1GB or in multiples of 3,6,9,12 etc, to hv a tri channel setup of RAM modules for ur motherboard..

[rahul941400]

I went to SMC International... but he didnt have the MSI board, he said he'd call me once its available, anyway I have few more queries...
firstly... Is this cabinet + smps setup would be alrite for my config?
http://lynx-india.com/index.php?productID=7597

next, If I buy 3 "1333/1066 Mhz 2G.B Ram sticks" and plug them on the board.. wont they do the same thing as the corsair/gskill tri-channel kit?

and should I go for 22" LED moniter??

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and what abt the ups? which one should I get? is it mandatory to get the UPS?

[asingh]

1. Which PSU is bundled in that cabinet. Am sure it is a bad one.
2. Do not mix RAMs of different: speed/density/make.
3. If you can afford it, get a 22". The HD5750 might be a bit tight though.
4. Get a 1.1KVA APC. So it can support you at full load too.

[ashu888ashu888]

1.) for the cabinet, if its a CM cabinet, then i guess the PSU will also be from CM..

2.) for the RAM: its better to go in for Corsair or G Skill RAM, y u wanna change ur mind and go to other brands..??

3.) a 22" LCD will be gr8, a fullHD one (offering a reso of 1920x1080)..Samsung 2233SW will cost u around 9.5K, even the Samsung's Lavender series are gr8..

4.) get a UPS as per ur PSU (if ur PSU is an "Active PFC" type) get a Pure sine wave ups...

[comp@ddict]

Here you go, as per requirements:-

Core i7 i920 D0 2.66GHz @ 14.4k
MSI X58 Pro @ 10.3k
Corsair TR3X2G-1333 XMS3 C9 6GB Kit @ 7.6k
Cooler Master Centurion 690 @ 4.4k
Logitech Multimedia Keyboard @ 0.7k
Logitech MX518 @ 1.5k
Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 1TB @ 4k
LG 22x DVD @ 1.1k
BenQ G2220HD 21.5" @ 8k
Corsair VX550W @ 5.2k
Sapphire HD5770 1GB GDDR5 @ 10.4k

[rahul941400]

Okay, i'll go with the cm690 & corsair vx550. Damn, u ppl r quite insistent, lol.
BTW ppl, i actually wanted to ask, if i shud go for 22" Led or Lcd...techically the Led's are obviously better but i wanted to know customer pespective and feedback.

@comp addict: i like the config, its well under my 70k budget but m not sure whr m i gonna get those prices?

[Sam]

Originally Posted by rahul941400

Okay, i'll go with the cm690 & corsair vx550. Damn, u ppl r quite insistent, lol.
BTW ppl, i actually wanted to ask, if i shud go for 22" Led or Lcd...techically the Led's are obviously better but i wanted to know customer pespective and feedback.

@comp addict: i like the config, its well under my 70k budget but m not sure whr m i gonna get those prices?

LYNX india. here. asigh already told u about it.

[vickybat]

Originally Posted by rahul941400

Hello,

I am buying a new Desktop soon, and I have had quotations made from various dealers, and I need suggestions for some parts...
Here's the config am buying:

core i7 920 + Intel m/b wx58bp (would MSI mobo be better?)
4GB DDR3 RAM
1 TB SATA (seagate or WD? please suggest?)
22" TFT samsung monitor
ATI HD 5750/5770 (!? suggest which would be better?)
Creative 2.1 speakers (or should I go for altec lansing?)
DVD writer

please suggest the best cabinet for this configuration... should I go for coolermaster? what additional things should I buy? Anything else you want to suggest?

Thanks
Best Regards
Rahul

Buddy for your system , opt for the 5850 instead. Its better suited for the config. and is pretty powerful and sufficient for full hd gaming.

Go for vtx3d hd 5850 @ 15.8k.

[rahul941400]

Originally Posted by Sam.Shab

LYNX india. here. asigh already told u about it.

the costs he has written does not match that of the lynx india...

Buddy for your system , opt for the 5850 instead. Its better suited for the config. and is pretty powerful and sufficient for full hd gaming.

Go for vtx3d hd 5850 @ 15.8k

my purpose is not exactly gaming, and I cannot invest that much on Graphics cards yet. I will buy it and crossfire it with hd 5770 when I really do need that High End, Gaming.

[rahul941400]

damn! SMC international does not have MSI Pro-E board or the GA EX58 board... and i am pretty confused! Total price keeps on increasing...! I've increased my budget too, but still its damn confusing. Okay, someone give me an effective configuration @ Rs 70k... asigh please give me a config under 70k (with speakers, keyboard, and accessories included).