Putting together a new computer.

Here is my mobo: http://www.msicomputer.com/product/p_spec.asp?model=K8N_Neo2_Platinum&class=mb

What is a good processor to get for around $300, give or take?

Also, what is a good choice for RAM for about $150 +/-?

I've been looking on eBay for processors, and use http://www.pricewatch.com for comparison, what do you folks recommend?


Another question: what is the difference between the Athlon 64 4000+ and the FX-53? They look to be the same to me.

 

Sheesh, what's it take to get a reply around here?

 

Patience!!!

 

Your Questions are a bit general
What's your main use of this new build?

Here's a couple of good CPU:
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80719-5
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80721-1


Whats Differance between 4000+ and FX-53, none:
http://www.anandtech.com/cpuchipsets/showdoc.aspx?i=2249

Memory, stick to Brand name with life time warranty.
The Faster the timings at lower voltages is all the better, faster timings = better performance, lower voltage = less heat & less power comsumption

For my money I'd be looking at a DFI or an Asus mobo

 

Don't know if that MSI board would be my first choice either.

I'd prefer the ASUS A8N-VM CSM, which uses the new, excellent nForce 430 chipset.

It's not a full size ATX board, but it has everything, even integrated graphics (nVidia 6150 GPU), at an excellent price.

It supports up to a 4800+ X2 AMD.

 

The thing is that I already own the motherboard I listed, so changing NOW is a little difficult.

I plan on using it mostly for gaming, but not always top-shelf games.

Also, here are the specs for what I have for my computer so far:

Case: http://www.antec.com/us/productDetails.php?ProdID=90511

Power Supply http://www.antec.com/us/productDetails.php?ProdID=26350

Hard Drive is a Maxtor DiamondMax 10 Model 6L100M0 100GB SATA150 HDD, but good luck finding any hint of it on their damn website... http://www.maxtor.com/_files/maxtor/en_us/documentation/quick_specs/diamondmax_10_quickspecs.pdf

Please let me know if you need any more info.

 

I'd upgrade the PSU, that one's only got total of 25amps on the +12v rail, todays modern PC's/Gaming systems need around mid 30's on the +12v rail.

Antec makes some good product, I suggest true 480 as the minimum it has total of 36amp on the +12v rail

Here's great deal on a Modular Antec 500 watt:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817103937

 

Again, I already own the 350, but I'll look into getting something else if you think it would be a better choice.

 

Ok, I've resold the MSI mobo, and I'm working on reselling the 350.

Pricewatch has some good-looking deals on motherboard/CPU combos, but I can't make heads or tails of what is best for me... I'll give you guys a link to see for yourselves.
http://castle.pricewatch.com/s/search.asp?s=A8N+VM+CSM&srt=t&his=0&paging=1&i=306&c=Motherboard+Combo

Pay no mind to the picture.

 

No can do. We don't advertise on this forum.

 

Carzand, before you buy anything, I suggest you do some research first to make sure it fits your needs.

Otherwise you are going to be buying and selling (and losing money) to get what you want.


The motherboard is fine, along with an AMD Athlon 64 3200+ or higher CPU (If they have everything you want).

 

Yeah, now you tell me
The A8N-VM CSM looks to be a sound investment for me, along with the 3200+ (for now at least, THAT can always be upgraded later... X2 anybody? =^_^= )
I'm just trying to figure out which of the vendors listed is best, any help on that?


Also, the picture was just a parody banner for a friends website, which has a not-so-subliminal message in it.

 

If you read my original post, that motherboard supports up to an X2 4800+.

I would assume when bigger processors are released, a Bios flash will be available.


If you want a 3200+, and from that link, then number 3 or 4.

No 4 has cables (I think. The ads aren't very informative), so it's up to you.

Or you can just buy everything separate.