computer build opinions.

[opie4386]

I'm in the dark when it comes to computers and technology.

I recently decided I want to build a gaming computer ( we can thank skyrim for that)

That being said I just don't know where to get started.
I know I want HDMI outlet, AMD cpu. and run 2 graphics cards if possible..

I found this motherboard witch seems decent on fry's.

http://www.frys.com/product/7412115?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

I just want to run games at the best possible graphics I can.

Any overall thoughts on what I should be looking into? Maybe some certain specs or manufacturers I should look into/stay away frome.

Thank you guys, sorry for being a nOOb at this.

[Future unsure]

Stay away from Fry's. they don't have the best quality.
Try Newegg. They have better warranties.
( my system is an i5-3330, on an AsRock MoBo, a 1TB hard drive, 630w power supply and the msi gtx 650ti/OC.) my system runs Skyrim on very high at 46 fps.

[Future unsure]

Oh- it has 8gb of 1600 ram and its in a Thor v2 case.

[moochaka]

That motherboard wouldn't work with an AMD cpu. I run an ASUS mobo, amd phenomII x3(which will be upgraded soon), 1.5 tb harddrive, 700w psu, asus radeon hd 6670(also will be upgraded soon), and 8gb ram in a coolermaster HAF912 case. I run skyrim on high at around 45 fps.

[paul0660]

OP what is your budget?

[opie4386]

I would like to keep it under $800.

I was looking at the intel i7 but the $300+ for a cpu when I can get the AMD a10 for $120 seems better.

[opie4386]

Wow got the newegg mobil app.


Kid in a candystore feeling!!!!!!

[billofrights]

For $800 running two graphics cards at that price point is completely unnecessary and you're builidng in an additional point of failure. Take the money and get the best single card you can afford with what you have. Running dual GPU's on a sub-$1k machine is like putting $2000 rims on a $400 craigslist beater.

[nothinghere2c]

don't waste your time running more than 1 graphics card. ATI and Nvidia both are plagued by stuttering and driver issues when running 2 or more cards. its a marketing gimmick (i bought into it a couple times hoping it would get better).

you'd be much happier getting a single beefy card that can perform at the speed of the 2 cards. you'll have smoother frame rates, and a better experience.

some people will say "SLI works for me!"

it does.... SOMETIMES. when it does, it works nicely. when it doesnt, you've wasted your money lol.

[nothinghere2c]

that asus mobo is fine. i know a few people who have that one. i'd definitely go Intel if you can fit it in your budget. but then again, games aren't too CPU bound these days at 1080p resolutions and up.

[baih777]

Go to micro center in tustin or newegg for a motherboard. Micro center has a much bigger selection of components than Fry's.

[paul0660]

I don't game but have built a bunch of computers for trading. SLI didn't make any sense to me, AMD CPU's last forever, Newegg is very good.

[bigbearbear]

Toms Hardware usually have good articles on builds. Here's a article on a $1000 build, they have builds for $500 and $2000 too:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/build-a-pc-overclocking-do-it-yourself,3366.html

[bish0p]

Newegg obviously has more variety, but also consider Amazon. I think you can save on the tax.

[opie4386]