Hey guys i need help i want to build a pc that is for gaming and video editing the buget is £650 max and tht has to include everything inc os and case and monitor :/ i want a good gpu etc and i want at least 1tb of storage thx if you can help tht would be awsome :)
Is there no compromise? If you're in education, you can get Windows for free. Or you can try a free Linux based OS. Instead of buying a monitor now, you could use a spare HDMI tv.
If you can compromise on the monitor and OS, you can get a beefy system:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1SHgD
If you need the OS and monitor:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1SHjH
Something like that. Massive compromise on the GPU. It will game really well, but lacks in productivity. You can get a single stick of 4GB RAM to bring it closer to budget. Then add additional RAM later.
im in education how can i get windows for free ? :)
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1SHpB
CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor (£84.65 @ Ebuyer)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler (£23.98 @ Scan.co.uk)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard (£59.00 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£39.15 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£59.99 @ Aria PC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card (£142.16 @ CCL Computers)
Case: Zalman Z5 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case (£38.99 @ Novatech)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply (£49.93 @ CCL Computers)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) (£64.99 @ Aria PC)
Monitor: Hannspree HE225DPB 21.5" Monitor (£89.98 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £652.82
just to let you guys know i need a gpu with a vga port because ive already got a cable and i live in the uk,if i could use dvi in the uk tell me
Sometimes, you will get appropriate cables shipped with your GPU. You shouldn't be using VGA!! With a 1080p monitor, you will be fine with an ordinary HDMI cable.
The video card comes with a DVI to VGA adapter (most video cards do only ultra high end video cards dont output analog)
Not that it matters you shude get a dvi cable for a 1080p monitor (there like £2 at your local pc shop)
Talk to your university or college. They should be able to advise you. Tell them you are without a computer at home, and you need an OS. They should email you an activation code.
You can download a Windows 30 day free trial, in the meantime.
0k thx so much guys :) im setting up a £1000 setup but i want money for a webcam and peripherals but i think thts all :) i cant thank you enough.
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For £1000, you should be putting a lot more into your computer, and not worrying about things like peripherals.
I have a PC that cost a high amount. I'm using a £15 keyboard and mouse just fine. You can get a lot more PC that you have budgeted for!
i know but i need everything like a table headset webcam ive already got a keyboard and mouse and i want to pre-order destiny for the pc if i can get all that and more pc then tell me a list :)
Completely high-end build. Everything included for £765, minus the keyboard and mouse you already have, and minus the OS you can get for free.
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1SIl6
That leaves you almost £250 for a desk et cetera. Again, I am using a £20 desk. You don't need to spend lots of money on those items. Invest more in your computer. It will produce a much higher level of performance.
ok thx :)