700 (800 at push) for a new computer

Rage85 · 5 Jan 2011 at 19:25

I'm looking at spending around 700 (800 at a push) and i believe the sandy bridge prices have become available now so i was wondering what i should go for?

This is what a want. (I'm clueless when it comes to computer specs etc)

Only need the tower (have everything else ie mouse,speakers etc.
I don't want to build one.
a computer that will run games (mainly football manager) and other games in very very good graphical detail and will continue to do so for 3-4 years.
a computer that can easily be upgraded at a later date.

What should i be looking at? thanks.

AlexTrickle · 5 Jan 2011 at 19:57

Check OCUK on January the 9th (official release of SandyBridge) as I've been informed OCUK will be selling fully built SB towers upon release.

matt_fsr · 6 Jan 2011 at 11:11

Can i just point out a slight contradiction?

I'd say if you dont want to build it, you wont be upgrading it - unless its a very simple job of adding new HDD or replacing graphics card, which are extremely simple.

You want something like the Titan Punisher system, specced with a GTX460 768MB card:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=FS-163-OE&groupid=43&catid=1444&subcat=

The extra £50 spend to get the 1024Mb version IMO isnt worth it in the slightest, better to save that, then in 2+ years time use that and an extra £20-30, plus the money from selling the 460 2nd hand to buy yourself a new card, which will beat the pants off any 460 card.

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 15:37

matt_fsr said:
Can i just point out a slight contradiction?

I'd say if you dont want to build it, you wont be upgrading it - unless its a very simple job of adding new HDD or replacing graphics card, which are extremely simple.

You want something like the Titan Punisher system, specced with a GTX460 768MB card:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=FS-163-OE&groupid=43&catid=1444&subcat=

The extra £50 spend to get the 1024Mb version IMO isnt worth it in the slightest, better to save that, then in 2+ years time use that and an extra £20-30, plus the money from selling the 460 2nd hand to buy yourself a new card, which will beat the pants off any 460 card.

still worth waiting till sunday to see what's on offer though yeah?

Sgt Tackleberry · 7 Jan 2011 at 15:51

If have ever played with Lego you can build a computer and it's cheaper to build you own too...

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 16:32

If i build it myself could i order everything today?

CM-Sniper · 7 Jan 2011 at 16:36

Its always worth taking your time to plan a build to be honest, but everyone on these forums will be able to help you come up with a good build. Take a look at the OC bundles with motherboard, CPU and RAM

Some good value deals on there.

You could probably order everything today, though, I would think

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 16:44

Could someone please put a build together that goes with what i asked in my original post? (I wouldn't have a clue)

CM-Sniper · 7 Jan 2011 at 16:54

This was a build I put together this week in around the same budget, but I've already purchased my case. It might be worth taking a look at the Antec 300 which is down to £45.99 for today only, however, you'll need confirmation from someone that the 470 will fit in okay.

Edit: Heres the Antec 300; http://overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-101-AN and I just checked somewhere else to see if a 470 would fit and it apperas as if it would fit with no problems.

Edit Edit: Also might be worth changing to a non-modular PSU just so you dont have a big tangly mess

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:05

and this (plus case) is definitely the only stuff i need? Can anyone confirm if the 470 will fit in the antec 300 ok? and that this is the best build i can get for my money?

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:08

CM-Sniper said:
Tand I just checked somewhere else to see if a 470 would fit and it apperas as if it would fit with no problems.

Edit Edit: Also might be worth changing to a non-modular PSU just so you dont have a big tangly mess

Any chance you could do the build again (including non modular PSU and case) I'm scared i'll **** it up. then i'll know exactly what i need.

CM-Sniper · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:09

Yeah no problem, give me 2 mins.

CM-Sniper · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:18

Had to change a couple of things to fit within your budget, hard drive and graphics cards being the two things.

But I'd feel more comfortable if you allowed someone else to just double check as they might be able to come up with something that is better value for money. Are you just using it as a gaming rig? Will you be doing any other tasks that require a lot of power? If its just gaming you may want to consider AMD, as they are cheaper.

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:24

Cheers CM-Sniper

I'll only be using it for gaming,browsing the web and music. (but something that will last a couple/few years before needing an upgrade)

I'll wait a couple of hours before ordering, Can anyone recommend anything better? or think i should wait till sunday?

CM-Sniper · 7 Jan 2011 at 17:26

No problem

In my honest opinion I'd say wait for sunday, I honestly believe its all about taking time to do the research and trying to be as future proof as possible.

Good luck dude

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 19:34

Ok so i've been informed in this thread

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18226566

that everything has been released/price changes etc, Is CM-Sniper's recommended build still the best i can hope for with 800? or can anyone get me something better for the price? I will order it tomorrow.

Rage85 · 7 Jan 2011 at 19:48

I've just realised there's no windows in the build cm-sniper has recommended either, I need everything bar speakers/mouse/monitor/keyboard