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How to Build a $500 Gaming Machine

Posted by Zonk on from the cutting-edge-just-isn't-necessary dept.

bacterial_pus writes "Tom's Hardware has a very interesting article on how to build a $500 gaming rig. 'Instead of the newest killer rig from Alienware, Falcon Northwest, Voodoo, etc... how about a system for the rest of us with a realistic budget starting from scratch? We set out to build a reasonable gaming system that will get you through today's game titles without breaking the bank for around $500.'"

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  1. Ars Technica by Kesh · · Score: 5, Informative
    I'd rather use the Ars Technica System Guides. They tend to be a bit more realistic and don't hype up a specific price point. Plus, they get all the components in. ;)

    Their Budget Box is comparable to the one Tom's built, and actually includes all the necessary parts in the price.

  2. 3 gamer computer guides for 3 budgets by g_adams27 · · Score: 5, Informative
    Sharky Extreme does this kind of thing on a regular basis, usually every month.

    Value Gaming System Buyer's Guide ($1000 budget)

    High-end System Buyer's Guide ($2,500 budget)

    Extreme Gaming PC Buyer's Guide ($4,000 budget)