How much can I build a gaming computer?

Even if you have 600 dollars on hand and you plan to invest them in the purchase of a new personal computer, then the whole situation looks quite positive - I visited the store and bought the best device. But not everything is so simple here: although the amount itself is not strong and small, such capitals are not suitable for top configurations. It would be great if the budget would be three times more. But do not despair, because you can squeeze the maximum benefit out of any situation. For that kind of money, you can buy a good graphics card, not a bad processor and a wonderful case, omitting other interesting details. Such a PC is suitable for both Counter-Strike Global Offensive and Dota 2. How much can I build a gaming computer for? We are armed with calculators and go!

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CPU and cooling system

It is always customary to start from the very heart of a stationary computer - the processor. It is this component that is more responsible for system performance. It may seem to you that the nuances of choosing a CPU (central processor) are a dark forest. The same Intel has three classic series to choose from: i3, i5, i7. You may have often come across some laptops with a sticker from Intel, which showed off the name of one of these processors. But there are other options that you need to know about in order to understand how much you can build a gaming computer.

There are times when the following indices occur in the name:

• K-type. These processors have a free multiplier, which allows you to overclock the system in the future.
• S-type. These devices are designed to save energy. This work is due to the fact that all processes inside the chip are conducted with lower frequencies. This is ideal for office space.
• T is also an energy-saving device with even lower frequencies. Such chips are used for file storage.
• P-processors. Such gadgets do not have a built-in GPU.

If you have 500-700 dollars on hand, then buying an instrument from the i5 series may seem to you a good option, but do not rush. Now 2017 is in the yard, and prices have risen so that it is better to give preference to more budget models that are able to provide the entire system with proper performance and not “eat up” half of the budget. In doing so, you will have a really good gaming computer.

Important! If you still have questions and want to understand in more detail the options for this important component of any PC, follow the link to a separate article that is devoted directly choosing a processor for the computer.

Why not take a look at the Intel Core i3? Take the same i3-6100 Skylake (3700 MHz, LGA1151, L3 3072 Kb). Such an electronic comrade will pull all the games for today, and for the next two years he will perfectly cope with his task.

Important! There can be no talk of any overclocking, since a search for a more expensive processor with a higher frequency will be required.

Do not forget about cooling, because even such a processor will need it. Try to get acquainted with the model Deepcool Gammaxx 200T or something similar to it. It is this device that will cost about $ 15, and the result - you will assemble a good gaming computer.

Important! Do not ignore the device of the cooling system, as this is fraught with a quick failure of the PC at high performance loads.Be sure to read our separate publication on which to choose and how to install fans in a computer.

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Motherboard

In order to build a good gaming computer, you need a good motherboard. We need socket 1151, and there are only a few chipsets for it. Top options with huge functionality do not interest us, since such functionality will be redundant. Expensive boards are purchased for subsequent overclocking or mining farms.

Let's take a look at a decent average level - H110. Progress never stands still, and the fact that the chip belongs to the budget ones does not deprive it of all the necessary connectors for the modern user. This motherboard is equipped with four USB 3.1 inputs, four SATA 6 Gb / s and a wonderful PCI-E x16 version 3.0.

Important! An interesting model for a good gaming computer is the MSI H110M PRO-VD. This option has the best value for money. You will have to pay about $ 50 for the purchase. You will find information about other equally worthy options in the thematic post “Choosing a PC motherboard”.

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RAM (RAM)

The motherboard operates at a frequency of 2133 MHz, we need to seize the opportunity. It is necessary to pay attention not only to the frequency values, the choice of RAM should make the user familiar with the timings. Low values ​​are a good indicator if you need to assemble a gaming computer.

Important! If in front of you there are two strips of 4 GB and one of 8 GB, then choose the option that will be cheaper.

We recommend that you familiarize yourself with Kingston HX421C14FB / 8, which will satisfy the needs of any user. Did not find this bar? You can take a look at Hynix original or AMD, which also delight users with their stable performance. If you take Kingston into account, you will have to pay somewhere else 84 dollars.

No assembly of a powerful gaming computer is complete without a video card. Let's look at some of the subtleties of choice.

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Video card

If you are a gamer, then this should be your favorite part inside the system unit. Indeed, video cards are the most important component, because it is able to calculate polygons, store and process textures, shadows, lights and other things that modern computer games are endowed with. We are sure that you came here just for this.

But what can please us with the market of modern technologies? If for cleanliness, then a lot of things. The best option to build a good, powerful gaming computer is to purchase the MSI GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. Such a device will cost about $ 200.

Important! If the price does not greatly warm the soul, then there is always the opportunity to take powerful vidyuha from your hands through online ads. We recommend that you ask the seller for time to test the device in order to be able to understand how good your gaming computer will be.

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Winchester

More and more money has been spent, so here we can do without improvisation and go along the beaten path. An SSD will definitely not be affordable for us, so we will give preference to a 1 TB HDD, which is able to accommodate your entire collection of media files in the best quality. Although, if you are considering the first option, then see all the detailed information about it in the article “SSD drive for a computer - selection rules and rating of the best models”.

Important! Of course, you may not have enough of this volume, no one will stop you if you decide to take a 2 TB hard drive.

Remember that movies and TV shows can always be watched using the Internet, and locally store only those things that you value:

• The Western Digital WD10EZEX is a great $ 50 option.
• If you also liked something from this series, then take a closer look at Black, Blue or Red, and Green can not even watch.

Important! There are many analogues, but many users prefer the WD series, if a clear amount is indicated, for how much you can afford to assemble a gaming computer.

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Power Supply

We turn on simple arithmetic and start calculating: vidyuha will consume somewhere around 100 watts, the CPU will also be 100, add RAM, a motherboard, and a hard drive, and in total we will get somewhere around 300-400 watts.

It is better to purchase a power supply with a margin, because then there will be more security. You can watch FSP, Corsair or Zalman. It is unlikely that they are equipped with an 80 Plus certificate or other amenities. But the same AeroCooll Kcas 500W has a certificate, and it works very quietly. Such a device will cost about $ 50.

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Case for system unit

What can characterize the quality of the case for the system unit?

1. First you need to look at the materials of manufacture. You need to find high-quality steel and plastic that will not irritate squeaks from the slightest touch.
2. A pretty good feature would be to find a very convenient arrangement of carriages for hard drives, optical drives and mounts for PSUs and motherboards.
3. Well, the last thing you should look at the box for the detection of USB-connectors and internal cooling system.

For $ 30 you can buy a Zalman ZM-T4 Black, which has all of the above features, and also looks beautiful.

Important! Perhaps, when assembling a PC, additional information from our separate publications in the computer technology category will also be useful to you:

• Is a matte or glossy monitor screen better?
• Speakers for the computer.
• UPS for computer.

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Stock footage

How much can you build a good gaming computer? The assembly itself will cost, as we see, up to $ 500 if you deal with the entire procedure yourself. The computer is pretty nimble for its price and perfect for all modern games. Save and enjoy quality. Good luck