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Gaming PC, 65k Budget, to source from Nehru Place - needed ASAP

35 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/gaming-pc-65k-budget-to-source-from-nehru-place-needed-asap.179709/

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kiranb28 Original post #1
Nov 30, 2013 at 10:36 AM
Can someone please refer me to a reliable source at Nehru Place who can build a desktop in front of me while I wait?Would SMC be the best solution? I need the system urgently, by today evening.

Always looking for improvements on the below as long as they're all squeezed within 65k (give or take 5k):


Amd Fx-8350
Motherboard 990Fxa-Gd65 or on-par?
4GB x2 RAM kit
2TB x2 HDD
Windows 8 Home Basic?
CM 550w or greater SMPS?
CM Cabinet?
Graphics Card - 280x not available at Nehru Place... need an alternative


Again, Budget 65k...
Need to fit the best possible graphics card in given the price constraint.

Any help would be greatly appreciated - thank you!



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1. What is the purpose of the computer? What all applications and games are you going to run?
Ans: BF4, CoD: Ghosts, next gen games like Watch Dogs, etc

2. What is your overall budget? If you can extend a bit for a more balanced configuration, then mention this too.
65k Max... may be able to stretch by 2-3k

3. Planning to overclock?
Ans: No

4. Which Operating System are you planning to use?
Ans: Windows 8 (standard Edition)

5. How much hard drive space is needed?
Ans: 2TB x 2 drives

6. Do you want to buy a monitor? If yes, please mention which screen size and resolution do you want. If you already have a monitor and want to reuse it, again mention the size and resolution of monitor you have.
Ans: No. Already have a BenQ 2420HD monitor.

7. Which components you DON'T want to buy or which components you already have and plan on reusing?
Ans: Already have my Monitor, KB, Mouse, Speakers

8. When are you planning to buy the system?
Ans: TODAY - nehru place. No option to order components from online

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
Ans: Assembler

10. Where do you live? Are you buying locally? Are you open to buying stuff from online shops if you don't get locally?
Ans: Nehru Place - not open to buying from online. Need it today evening if possible.

11. Anything else which you would like to say?
Ans: More than happy to discuss on call, if anyone would like to provide their inputs. PM me and i'll pass on my number. Again, as mentioned above, I need this system today, most probably from Nehru Place
bssunilreddy
Nov 30, 2013 at 10:57 AM
First of all answer this template.OK.

*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-compon...new-pc-help-answer-these-questions-first.html
K
Nov 30, 2013 at 11:05 AM
^ Thanks, done - edited in the main post.
harshilsharma63
Nov 30, 2013 at 11:40 AM
i5 4570 (14000)
Asus H87M-E (9000)
Kingston HyperX Blu 1600 MHz 4 GB x2 (5000)
Seagate Barracuda 2 TB (6100)
Asus R9 280X 3 GB DCII (24000)
Seasonic S12II 620 W (5800)
Corsair 400R (5300)
Asus optical drive (1050)

total: ~70k

If that's too high, replace the cabinet with Antec GX700
W
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:20 PM
look for mass computers systems for antec cabinet.it is situated in the opposite building 1st floor to the floor where computer empire & smc are located(if you are standing in front of computer empire then you can probably see mass computers in the opposite building if you look hard enough).it should costs ~4200 & is the best option at this price.try getting another 2tb hdd later because price should come down a bit next year.
ASHISH65
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:32 PM
i5 4570 (14000)
Asus H87M-E (9000)
Kingston HyperX Blu 1600 MHz 4 GB x2 (5000)
Seagate Barracuda 2 TB (6100)
Asus R9 280X 3 GB DCII (24000)
Seasonic S12II 620 W (5800)
Corsair 400R (5300)
Asus optical drive (1050)

total: ~70k

If that's too high, replace the cabinet with Antec GX700

+1 for this rig
W
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:37 PM
but op also want to buy genuine win 8 which will cost ~8000 at least.
K
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:47 PM
Thanks guys - i've been on the phone with SMC Intl for the past hour but they have no stock of the 280x.
Tried calling a few other places at Nehru Place and apparently, nobody has the r9 series anywhere (270/280/290).

I was thinking of dropping down to the 760 range but later saw online that the 670 pretty much outperforms it.

Rethinking my overall needs now, ie: I no longer believe the 65k budget can be met.

My only other option is managing with a 770GTX which they're quoting for around 30k.

confused :-?
rijinpk1
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:57 PM
Thanks guys - i've been on the phone with SMC Intl for the past hour but they have no stock of the 280x.
Tried calling a few other places at Nehru Place and apparently, nobody has the r9 series anywhere (270/280/290).

I was thinking of dropping down to the 760 range but later saw online that the 670 pretty much outperforms it.

Rethinking my overall needs now, ie: I no longer believe the 65k budget can be met.

My only other option is managing with a 770GTX which they're quoting for around 30k.

confused :-?

you can purchase online if you need. 280x at 24k will be equivalent to 770 at 32-34k. think before you buy.
W
Nov 30, 2013 at 12:58 PM
why so impatient for a rig costing this much?explore online shopping options & then decide.people here spend sometimes even weeks before deciding on a gaming rig costing less than yours.
harshilsharma63
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM
You only buy once. Better be late then be sorry :)
bssunilreddy
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:10 PM
Intel Core i5 4570 -14000,
Gigabyte GA-Z87MX-D3H -8800,
Corsair Vengeance 1600MHz 8GB -5200,
WD Caviar Black 1TB x3 -15000,
Seasonic S12II 520 -4600,
Corsair 300R Windowed Side-Panel -5200,
Zotac GTX650Ti Boost 2GB -12000,
Asus 24B5ST DVD-RW -1100.
TOTAL -65,990.

The above config is best suited for your type of purpose.if you want to go for a more cheaper CPU and a better GPU then you can follow the below config.
AMD FX 6300 -8000,
Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3 -5800,
Asus R9 270X 2GB -16500.
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #13
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:14 PM
Intel Core i5 4570 -14000,
Gigabyte GA-Z87MX-D3H -8800,
Corsair Vengeance 1600MHz 8GB -5200,
WD Caviar Black 1TB x3 -15000,
Seasonic S12II 520 -4600,
Corsair 300R Windowed Side-Panel -5200,
Zotac GTX650Ti Boost 2GB -12000,
Asus 24B5ST DVD-RW -1100.
TOTAL -65,990.

The above config is best suited for your type of purpose.if you want to go for a more cheaper CPU and a better GPU then you can follow the below config.
AMD FX 6300 -8000,
Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3 -5800,
Asus R9 270X 2GB -16500.

not good for full hd
bssunilreddy
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:27 PM
both r9 270x and 650 ti boost will not able able to max games.

Who says so? To run max games do you need R9 290X or HD7990 or what? It depends on individual tastes buddy and their budgets. I cannot buy a HD7990 or GTX780i for instance.Its better to run games in medium settings than go for power hogging hardware.
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #17
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:30 PM
Who says so? To run max games do you need R9 290X or HD7990 or what? It depends on individual tastes buddy and their budgets. I cannot buy a HD7990 or GTX780i for instance.Its better to run games in medium settings than go for power hogging hardware.

the rig on post 4 is much better than yours
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #18
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:34 PM
both r9 270x and 650 ti boost will not able able to max games.

r9 270x can play games at high preset with 45-60fps ;-)

@op to cutdown cost ,you can settle down with gtx 760
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #20
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:36 PM
@op order ram from flipkart - It is available at 2250 ~ 4500 for 8gb ram - Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 4 GB PC RAM (KHX1600C9D3B1/4G) - Kingston: Flipkart.com
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #21
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:38 PM
@op order ram from flipkart - It is available at 2250 ~ 4500 for 8gb ram - Kingston HyperX Blu DDR3 4 GB PC RAM (KHX1600C9D3B1/4G) - Kingston: Flipkart.com

wow. excellent price for this beauty. :)
K
kiranb28 #22
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:42 PM
Thank you all for your inputs.
Where can I order a 280x for 24k from? TheITDepot has it for 27k+ I believe...
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #23
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:43 PM
Thank you all for your inputs.
Where can I order a 280x for 24k from? TheITDepot has it for 27k+ I believe...

SAPPHIRE GRAPHICS CARD DUAL X R9 280X 3GB DDR5 OC
first check for availability by calling them and before depositing the money.
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #24
Nov 30, 2013 at 1:45 PM
ASUS GRAPHICS CARD R9 280X DC2 3GB DDR5
harshilsharma63
Nov 30, 2013 at 3:58 PM
^ They often don't update the product status. Calling them and confirming the product availability is the best way.
K
kiranb28 #27
Nov 30, 2013 at 7:17 PM
Thanks again guys.

Quick question: Would the FX-8350 work with Asus' M5A97 board out of the box (without having to upgrade the BIOS/etc)? Or would another board, ie: a 990Fxa-Gd65 be better? I have no plans to O/C my system.

I'm trying to get my system assembled as soon as possible due to my other one being out of action... hence, the urgency. I didn't head out to Nehru Place today after all but am trying to get my research done as much as possible in the meantime on what's best available right now.

Thanks for the link to the Kingston RAM - any suggestions on how these should be configured/installed, slot wise?
harshilsharma63
Nov 30, 2013 at 8:15 PM
Thanks again guys.

Quick question: Would the FX-8350 work with Asus' M5A97 board out of the box (without having to upgrade the BIOS/etc)? Or would another board, ie: a 990Fxa-Gd65 be better? I have no plans to O/C my system.

I'm trying to get my system assembled as soon as possible due to my other one being out of action... hence, the urgency. I didn't head out to Nehru Place today after all but am trying to get my research done as much as possible in the meantime on what's best available right now.

Thanks for the link to the Kingston RAM - any suggestions on how these should be configured/installed, slot wise?

8350 will work out-of-the-box with board.
Cilus
Cilus #29
Nov 30, 2013 at 8:54 PM
^^ harshil is correct about the Motherboard supporting the Processor out of the box. However, it is recommended to update the BIOS to the latest version. Check the product page of the motherboard from Asus site and download & install it through Asus BIOS upgrade wizard which will come with your Motherboard's driver DVD.
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #30
Nov 30, 2013 at 10:06 PM
Thanks for the link to the Kingston RAM - any suggestions on how these should be configured/installed, slot wise?[/COLOR]

install the ram on alternate slots(those slots will have same colour)
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arpit60 #31
Dec 1, 2013 at 1:30 PM
SAPPHIRE GRAPHICS CARD DUAL X R9 280X 3GB DDR5 OC
first check for availability by calling them and before depositing the money.

I just asked the rate for this card "Saphhire R9 280x dual x 3gb" at lamington road it is available and costs 21300
rijinpk1
rijinpk1 #33
Dec 2, 2013 at 12:28 PM
I just asked the rate for this card "Saphhire R9 280x dual x 3gb" at lamington road it is available and costs 21300

are you sure? is it with taxes? It is an awesome deal. get it eyes closed.
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #34
Dec 2, 2013 at 12:51 PM
I just asked the rate for this card "Saphhire R9 280x dual x 3gb" at lamington road it is available and costs 21300

Please tell me the store name