[magfersile]

I've decided it's time to build a new gaming PC. The specs (listed below) are the components that I'm thinking of putting in it. Any feedback, known compatibiliy issues, etc. is welcome.

Case - Chiefmax AF-2B
Power Supply - Powmax PSPK650XGD (650 Watt SLI Ready)
Mobo/CPU - MSI K9N SLI-F (AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.30GHz Socket AM2)
RAM - Corsair TWIN2X4096-6400C5 (DDR2 800 2 x 2GB)
HD - Western Digital SATA 500GB
Video Cards - Zotac 8800GT 512MB

Total Price: $700

[Spartan Erik]

If you're not on a budget I would personally go with Intel. I don't see any compatibility issues just yet, but just make sure you can install everything properly into that case. I've dealt with some odd form factors that were a hassle to work with

[Daniel S]

I cannot see any compatibility issues either I think you should stick with AMD the price seems quite cheap and reasonable for the specifications you have listed.

[componentwarehouse]

I would say Intel here. I spose its a matter of personal choice though. I cant see anything wrong with the system, looks like a good system for that price actually. Only thing I would say is unless you plan on doing any overclocking you probably wont need all those watts on your PSU. Theres a calculator you can use to work it out:

http://www.extreme.outervision.com/index.jsp

Alex

[magfersile]

Thanks for your input. I'll post again when I get it built and up and running, and let you know how everything works.

[Hazirak]

Looks pretty good for the most part. If it doesn't end up working when you try to do something graphics-intensive though, get a power supply that can deliver more amperage over the +12V rail - if memory serves, one 8800GT calls for a minimum of 26 amps for it and the rest of the system (add 10 for two cards in SLi mode). Unless I'm missing something, the power supply you picked out has a +12V rail only rated for 21 amps.

Wattage is important, but in a gaming rig, that +12V rail is just as important if nor more so than the wattage rating.

[CruveniumGX4]

Hmm, imo, 8800GT is a old card. You could prolly go with 9600GT(budget) or 9800GTX(high end) or 9800GX2(bragging rights).

[intertec]

You should go for intel quad and did you forget about a motherboard!

[Daniel S]

Originally Posted by intertec

You should go for intel quad and did you forget about a motherboard!

Yes don't forget about the motherboard!! Remember it depends on which motherboard you get to what processor is compatible. I still dissagree and think you should go for an AMD processor.

[magfersile]

Ok, I've done some more research and I've come up with this for the power supply:http://3btech.net/lo650wa24pin.html
It comes with dual 12V rails, each putting out 22Amps
(not real sure what that means)
But I believe that would be enough, right? (44Amps total?)
I've also set my sights on this video card (thanks to cruveniumgx4)
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...CMP=OTC-PWATCH
which has a 12V 26Amp requirement, and if my math is right, 26A + 10A is less than 44A.
So with the proposed changes, how does the system look?

(btw, the motherboard and CPU come together in a bundle, so I haven't forgotten the motherboard)
New Total Price $680
And as far as the quad core, I don't think I can find a better deal than what I've got now with my dual core for $140. If you can find a cheaper quad core set up, let me know