Desktop PC build idea

[manolis69]

I was thinking to spend around 300-400 euros to upgrade my pc. So i made a potential list:

Intel Core i5 760 (s1156, 2,8GHz, 8MB, L3 Cache, Box)
MSI BIG BANG-TRINERGY RETAIL
Corsair Vengeance 8GB DDR3-1600 Kit (2x4GB, PC3-12800, 9-9-9-24, CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9)
Samsung SpinPoint F3 1TB

The other parts i dont want to replace them as i think their ok.So i will keep
My Ati Hd 5770
Corsair Tx650w
Thermaltake Kandalf Chassis

So it could be helpful if u share any ideas for better build with the same price

 

[Ritwik7]

I would go with either an AMD Phenom II X6 or the newer Intel Sandy Bridge (i5 2400 or 2500) for a CPU.

 

[klepto12]

i think a sandy bridge build would be the best bet in your situation.

 

[red1776]

i think a sandy bridge build would be the best bet in your situation.

What situation Klep? he/she didn't even say what they use their machine for for.


....BTW, what do you use your machine for?

 

[hellokitty[hk]]

And what is in your computer currently?

 

[manolis69]

It's pretty old got this build since 2006.
AMD Athlon64 3800+
Msi K9N Platinum
Ati 5770 HD (was bought one year ago)
Corsair TXEU 650w (was bought some days ago cause the old one died )
Thermaltake Kandalf Chassis
2 x 1 Kingston HyperX
And i dont really remember what HDD i bought back then and i cant find it right now cause i am posting from another pc away from home
Sorry for not mentioning what i need this build for btw.I used to be a hardcore gamer but now i am not really up to it. I want a pc to play some games every now and then and be smooth for programming as i need it for my college.

 

[Ritwik7]

The above components that you've selected would do fine. Just pick a different CPU / motherboard than the i5 760. The Phenom II X6 1055T or the Intel i5 2400 cost about the same and perform better.

 

[manolis69]

Thanks a lot for the help

 

[hellokitty[hk]]

Wait just kidding nvm.
IMO, OCZ Reaper HPC Edition 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Low Voltage Desktop Memory Model OCZ3RPR1600C8LV4GK
is better, save your money.