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susana · Nov 28, 2015

My son is wanting computer parts for Christmas, he's big into gaming and wants a great computer for that. I know nothing about computers, only how to use them, somewhat lol. His current computer is home built and has lasted him a long time. He is getting ready for college and is wanting something that's going to get him thru his college years. My budget is pretty tight, he did give me a list of what he wants. So I'm looking for opinions on his choices, I want to get him something thats going to last so if someone would want to look these over and let me know what you think or offer other suggestions that would be wonderful. I need to stay pretty much in this price range though, cheaper would be great!! Thanks*

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF...

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009O7YU56/?tag=logicaincrem-2...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

http://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-SATA-6Gbps-Motherboard-G...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Carbide-Black-Computer-CC...

http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-BX100-120GB-Internal-Soli...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA5AD...

Joe88 · Nov 28, 2015

none of those links except the cpu are working

caddi daddi · Nov 28, 2015

yes, just the cpu link work, please repost the links.

Robert17 · Nov 28, 2015

What is your budget? You mentioned 'this price range' but as Joe88 said, the linky thing isn't up to snuff.

Also, it may be better to wait until the day after Christmas to buy as there are a lot of great deals to be had after the Christmas shopping days as vendors look to liquidate inventory just as they do for small tools and linens, etc. Give him a promisary note in the meantime.

caddi daddi · Nov 28, 2015

it's an fx 8320 with a gigabyte motherboard of some sort.
seeing that combo scares me as it might not live till christmas.

susana · Nov 28, 2015

Oh sorry for the bad links I'll try this again, an little obvious I'm not tech savvy lol
http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i..._-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=5961731&SID=0

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009O7YU56/?tag=logicaincrem-20

http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i..._-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=5961731&SID=0

http://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-SATA...-970A-UD3P/dp/B00F5R9O46/?tag=logicaincrem-20

http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i..._-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=5961731&SID=0

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Carbi...9011012-WW/dp/B005E983JW/?tag=logicaincrem-20

http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-BX100-120GB-Internal-Solid/dp/B00RQA6LQY/?tag=logicaincrem-20

http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i..._-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=5961731&SID=0

caddi daddi · Nov 28, 2015

well, as I said, that board will not live till christmas, and it will take the rest if the rig out with it.

Mr.Scott · Nov 28, 2015

caddi daddi said:
well, as I said, that board will not live till christmas, and it will take the rest if the rig out with it.

C'mon bro, you seen people use worse.

caddi daddi · Nov 28, 2015

yes Mr.Scott and it was me!!!!!
please look at an I5 6400 based build.... please, save me from being right.....

yea, it was an msi board then guess what was next........ a gigabyte board.

Mr.Scott · Nov 28, 2015

Susana, most of the linked hardware is decent and other than finding the best deal you can on the items, we're not going to be able to save you that much.

susana · Nov 28, 2015

Are you talking about the motherboard?? I'm not very computer literate. Is there another one you recommend? Do I need to change everything else or will it all fit with the new board?

Mr.Scott · Nov 28, 2015

caddi daddi said:
yes Mr.Scott and it was me!!!!!

I know what you do to your stuff.

The OP said nothing about overclocking.

Mr.Scott · Nov 28, 2015

susana said:
Are you talking about the motherboard?? I'm not very computer literate. Is there another one you recommend? Do I need to change everything else or will it all fit with the new board?

Yes, Caddi is referring to the motherboard. It is not one we usually recommend. A recommended board of better quality is going to cost you a little more.

Caddi's idea of an Intel setup might be a better option. I'll let the other member's throw some suggestions for that.

caddi daddi · Nov 28, 2015

susana said:
My son is wanting computer parts for Christmas, he's big into gaming and wants a great computer for that. I know nothing about computers, only how to use them, somewhat lol. His current computer is home built and has lasted him a long time. He is getting ready for college and is wanting something that's going to get him thru his college years. My budget is pretty tight, he did give me a list of what he wants. So I'm looking for opinions on his choices, I want to get him something thats going to last so if someone would want to look these over and let me know what you think or offer other suggestions that would be wonderful. I need to stay pretty much in this price range though, cheaper would be great!! Thanks*

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF...

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009O7YU56/?tag=logicaincrem-2...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

http://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-SATA-6Gbps-Motherboard-G...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Carbide-Black-Computer-CC...

http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-BX100-120GB-Internal-Soli...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA5AD...

read that it's for his SON, SONS do stuff like that.............

ATMINSIDE · Nov 28, 2015

Can you provide a budget please? I know "tight", but a $ target will help us cut costs where they need to be shaved.
Do you need just the tower (Case and everything inside) or do you need a keyboard/mouse/monitor too?

susana · Nov 28, 2015

Hoping to stay under $800 yes just the tower, he has a great new mouse and keyboard, I was pretty proud of myself with those!

Mr.Scott · Nov 28, 2015

caddi daddi said:
read that it's for his SON, SONS do stuff like that.............

I know, I know......I have a couple.
My philosophy is " I got you a Corvette. If you want a 10 second Corvette, that's on you."

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Susana, these guys will set you straight. Thanks for being patient and welcome to the forum.

ATMINSIDE · Nov 28, 2015

This would be my suggested parts list:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wRxxpg

Go grab the SSD from Newegg right now, it's $135 currently and is an absolute STEAL.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147373
You'll have to pull the promo code from their Black Friday sale for the extra $15 though, FYI.

The CPU is also a steal from Newegg right now at $210. Normally about $240-250.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819117372

DNRDustin · Nov 28, 2015

This is $80 after rebate on newegg, and a much better entry level AMD motherboard.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131851
The Hyper 212($20 after rebate on newegg) seems to be a go to for a lot of folks, although I can't attest to it's performance compared to the Cryorig you listed.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

ATMINSIDE · Nov 28, 2015

DNRDustin said:
This is $80 after rebate on newegg, and a much better entry level AMD motherboard.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131851
The Hyper 212($20 after rebate on newegg) seems to be a go to for a lot of folks, although I can't attest to it's performance compared to the Cryorig you listed.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

I'd much rather see him on an i5 Haswell than a cheap FX platform.
Cheap + FX = fires.

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