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What do you think of this config guys:

Processor: AMD Phenom X4 965
Mobo: Asus M4A88TD M EVO/USB3
Memory: 4GB DDR3
Graphic: ATI Radeon HD 5770

This is the default assembled configuration Datamation is providing. I've not included what i won't be purchasing.

My budget is 25,000 and the above config cost 24,700. Just wanted your opinion, if it could do better? Well thank you

it would be great if you mention what is the purpose of the PC ???

or fill this up for more clarity..

*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-components-configurations/128247-pc-build-questionnaire-template.html

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1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Basically HD movies. And i listen to a lot of music so good sound, i'd want that. Some casual games.

2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: No intel please. Just AMD.

3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 25,000. Could up it to some thousands.

4. Planning to overclock?
A: Maybe a little

5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Win 7 64 or 32, either will do

6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: Planning on using the one i already own so not applicable.

7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: My current one is 1440X900. I don't have any plans on changing my monitor as of now.

8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: I would say 6 to 7

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: This will be assembled by the store.

10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within the next 3 days.

11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Future proof much! I would like to replace the processor with the new AMD bulldozer when it hits the market.

12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Keyboard & Mouse, Speakers, UPS, Monitor

13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Guwahati

14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: Since i listen to a lot of music, will the default sound card suffice? If not then what sound card would you recommend between the two - Asus & Creative. I know i might have to up my budget but that's okay.

IMO getting a Good sound card, will change the Music experience a lot.

BTW you have not mentioned, which Speakers you have currently....

Optional upgrades

^^ a Corsair CX400W will down the PC price by 1k or FSP Saga II 500W + Elite 310 will down the price by 2.5k to 25k. rest of the config is in line with OP's requirement.

agreed with sam

elite 310 + saga 500W are enough for him

Dont get 5770.Get 6770.

It is actually a rebrand but it is newer out of production line and costs approximately the same.

d3pkor config is great go with him.

Is a SOund CArd really necessary ? If someone has to buy one Sound card he has to have A very good set of speakers.

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d3p5kor said:
IMO getting a Good sound card, will change the Music experience a lot.

BTW you have not mentioned, which Speakers you have currently....

Component | Make | Price Processor |AMD Athlon II x4 635|4000
Motherboard |Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H|4000 [AM3 has got good future down the lane]
RAM |Corsair Value DDR3 2X2GB|2200
Graphic Card |Sapphire HD 5670 |4500
HDD |Seagate 1TB 7200.12|1700
DVD Writer |LG 22X SATA DVD|900
PSU |Corsair VX450 |3500
Case |CM RC430 Black | 2500
Sound Card |Asus Xonar DX 7.1 | 4200
| Total |27500

Optional upgrades

Component | Make | Price GPU | MSI Hawk HD5770 |7500
PSU | SeaSonic S12II 520|4100
| Grand Total |31100

Thanks! I really like your config, will have to show them this but wonder if they even have those. For out here it always seems you don't really have much of an option. Hope they do have those.
My speaker is Logitech X540. It might not really be audiophile grade but am really really happy with it's performance.

Edit: Maybe i spoke a little too soon lol The mobo doesn't support USB3 nor has Sata 6 support. Sorry i should have mentioned that earlier, my bad. Also already have a Cooler Master PSU which i will still be using.

lalam said:
Thanks! I really like your config, will have to show them this but wonder if they even have those. For out here it always seems you don't really have much of an option. Hope they do have those.
My speaker is Logitech X540. It might not really be audiophile grade but am really really happy with it's performance.

X540 is decent 5.1 & charms with Games specially. Go ahead & get a Asus Xonar DX.

Off topic: Get a Surge Protector for the same, i was too having this few years back, but got burnt twice due to High Voltage Spikes from the Mains. Finally i ended up with Z2300 after RMA-ing in twice.

+1 for XONAR DX from my side.
You will have a great overall audio experience.

X-540 is a great set of speakers.I have 2 at home (one for cousins other is mine).

best sub-10k speakers in its time IMHO for gaming and mutimedia.

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Just stumbled upon this mobo Gigabyte GA- 870A UD3 (Rev 3.1), i believe it's better but i want your say.

Extreme Gamer said:
X-540 is a great set of speakers.I have 2 at home (one for cousins other is mine).

best sub-10k speakers in its time IMHO for gaming and mutimedia.

BTW X540 were not in sub 10k catagory, it was in Sub 100$ & was costing less than 5.5k including the tax.

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d3p5kor said:
BTW X540 were not in sub 10k catagory, it was in Sub 100$ & was costing less than 5.5k including the tax.

Bought it for about 6300 or close to that when i bought it, including taxes.

I got my x540 from Computer Warehouse, bangalore in Dec 2009 & paid 5.5k.

Just unpacked from their box & kept on the study table.

*lh4.googleusercontent.com/_1f5glyXiBTM/S79yX4FBHAI/AAAAAAAAAHI/womQS2jMwRY/s640/Zeiss932.jpg

lalam said:
Also already have a Cooler Master PSU which i will still be using.

is it Extreme Power or some other series?

@d3p5kor you have a super rig man.Well organized desktop i would say super

Enjoy ur speaker beat also.

I was having it in 2010 till june, then I burnt two X540 sets & got a Z2300 as replacement, coz X540 was End of life.

Both of two X540 sets got burnt, because of my mis handling but fortunately it were under warranty.

I paid extra 3k for Z2300.

d3p5kor, you have a very beautiful as well as beefy rig. I like the way you have arranged everything...looks really gr8 compared to mine...which is ...better not to say anything.

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Sam said:
is it Extreme Power or some other series?

It's extreme i think. Got tired of PSU always burning up over and over so went for this one.

And ordered Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 and went for 6770, as ExtremeGamer pointed out. It'll take 4 days from today.

Cilus said:
d3p5kor, you have a very beautiful as well as beefy rig. I like the way you have arranged everything...looks really gr8 compared to mine...which is ...better not to say anything.

Thanks for the appreciation guys.

But things has changed a lot from 2009 dec till date.

Will post updated rig photos, after i clean it this weekend.

lalam said:
It's extreme i think. Got tired of PSU always burning up over and over so went for this one.

And ordered Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB3 and went for 6770, as ExtremeGamer pointed out. It'll take 4 days from today.

You have not mentioned what is the wattage of the PSU, is it CM Extreme 500w ??

to be in safer side, get a good PSU like Corsair VX550 or Seasonic's ones.

6770 will require more than 450w & 75w 6 Pin Connector too, which CM Extreme can't handle...

*www.coolermaster.com/upload/product_feature/ExtremePowerPlus500-3.jpg

Refer this:
AMD Radeonâ„¢ HD 6770 Graphics

Certified PSU for 6770 Series.

*support.amd.com/us/certified/power-supplies/Pages/listing.aspx?p=All

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I do not exactly know that and don't want to open it up right now, maybe a bit later. And thanks a lot for telling me about the power requirement. Will post back after am done checking in a bit.

Edit: Okay seems am gonna have to replace it since it's 460W, specifically Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus RS 460 PCAR A3.

avoid Cooler master PSU. get Tagan stonerock 500W. it is available here in a few shops. & don't pay more than 3-3.2k for it.

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Sam said:
avoid Cooler master PSU. get Tagan stonerock 500W. it is available here in a few shops. & don't pay more than 3-3.2k for it.

Thanks Sam will look for it.