Should I change anything about this computer I want to build?

Question

Here are the configurations:

-Sunbeam Transformer IC-TR-BA Black Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case
-ASUS M2N-E Socket AM2 NVIDIA nForce 570 Ultra MCP ATX AMD Motherboard
-EVGA 320-P2-N811-AR GeForce 8800GTS 320MB GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Video Card
-OCZ GameXStream OCZ700GXSSLI ATX12V 700W Power Supply
-AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ Windsor 3.0GHz Socket AM2 Processor Model ADX6000CZBOX
-A-DATA Extreme Edition 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model ADQVD1A16K (two of these)
-SAMSUNG SpinPoint T Series HD501LJ 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
-SONY Black IDE DVD-ROM Drive Model DDU1615/B2s
-Sony NEC Optiarc 18X DVD±R DVD Burner with 12X DVD-RAM Write Black SATA Model AD-7170S-0B
-Creative Sound Blaster SB0570 Audigy SE 7.1 Channels PCI Interface Sound Card

I am going to be running Windows Vista, with a 19" monitor. I left out the keyboard and mouse as well. This is going to be for gaming, graphic design, and editing.

So far with all peripherals, monitor, and operating system, the total for the computer is about $1500.

Answer 1

Okay first off, I need to clear up some stuff that previous people have said. First off, I am still trying to wrap my head around how a 520W Corsair PSU has more power than a 700W OCZ. If I am not mistaken, wattage is a power rating. Plus, at least as far as PSUs go, OCZ is more respected brand than Corsair, they are new in the PSU game. Second, that sound card IS compatible with Vista. Go look on Creative's site if anyone doesn't believe me. And of course there is the issue of Vista. Vista's problems have been far far far exaggerated, you may experience a few bumps in the road, but overall you will most likely be satisfied.

Now as for recommendations, if I am reading right you are getting 2 sets of the RAM, which would yield a total of 4GB. That is really overkill right now, but that is up to you. If you do get it, make sure to install a 64 bit OS. As others have suggested, spend the extra to get the 640MB version of the 8800GTS if possible. If you are really serious about graphic design and editing, you should try to invest in a quad core CPU, it will really help in that area. If you wait a few months, AMD will have introduced their new line of quads, and Intel will have cut the prices on theirs. If you have any further questions, feel free to email or instant message me.

Answer 2

get windows XP right now then upgrade later to Vista when it's more stable other than that it looks pretty good. How much is it though? And maybe get a better GPU, like the 640MB version or a Geforce 7 series with 512MB, unless you want DX10 then that's fine.

Answer 3

well i have 2 suggestions run xp you will hate vista there is to many restrictions at this pouint on games and many free software off the web wich is very usefull are freezing and even crashing the vista os go xp its your best shot really dont think that running vista is hot is just like running a mustung with a ford escort engine!!!! 2nd of all this is just a suggestion i had soudblaster but swaped for turtlubeach best mouves i could do more audio controle options and to me better sound quality cause i am hoocked up on a harmonkardon amp and the big stuff to me its better

Answer 4

you probably want to get windows xp for now, most games have problems running on vista. and if you can get the 640 mb version of the 8800 gts because in later games it's gonna require that much memory. and unless you are getting 7 speakers plus a subwoofer (that is 7.1 sound) you probably want to get something fit for your speakers, to save some money. everything else is looking good i think. How much are you playing for this system?

Answer 5

I can tell you that that sound card won't work with Vista. No sound cards work with Vista, except for the Creative X-Fi. That's also a weak power supply, for what they cost. Don't get me wrong, it will power that system, but you'd be much better off with a $100 520 watt Corsair; it has more power.

Answer 6

I think it's great, but you should think twice about getting windows vista, it sucks.