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Jun 26 2016 06:54am
Hi,
I planned to either buy a laptop or build a desktop with 400 euro budget if possible (doesn't include screen obviously).
It would possibly have to run games like d2 and league of legends decently and do basic tasks such as browsing anf photoshop.

If it is possible, could some of you let me know best parts to custom build it since I'm clueless af about these stuff.


Thanks guys.
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Jun 26 2016 09:21am
Please fill this out for us


Budget:
Maximum you will spend? -
Will you complete mail in rebates? -
If so, may we go over-budget if rebates bring you within budget? -
Do you need Windows Operation System within budget? -
Need a Monitor? / Mouse? / Keyboard within budget? -

Basic Info:
Specific Uses (Programs, game titles etc.) -
Country? -
Preferred stores to order parts from? (Amazon Uk, etc.)
Will you travel to NCIX (canada) or Microcenter (USA) for parts? (Null if unsure) -

How much hard drive space do you want or need? -
Will you use wireless or wired internet? -
Will you overclock CPU and/or GPU? -
Any special requests or useful things to tell us? (Specific case, need lots of storage, audio etc.) -

Style (optional)
Do you prefer any specific colors for the build/computer case? -
Do you prefer a window on your case? -
*(Please note how picky you will be with colors. Sometimes it's just not feasible to get some colors on certain parts)*

This post was edited by Rapture on Jun 26 2016 09:21am
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Jun 26 2016 11:34am
Quote (Rapture @ 26 Jun 2016 17:21)
Please fill this out for us


Budget:
Maximum you will spend? - 400€
Will you complete mail in rebates? - not quiet sure what the meaning of this is, english is not my first nor second language
If so, may we go over-budget if rebates bring you within budget? - 400€ is what I have in mind, would go for MAXIMUM of 450€
Do you need Windows Operation System within budget? - no
Need a Monitor? / Mouse? / Keyboard within budget? - no

Basic Info:
Specific Uses (Programs, game titles etc.) - Photoshop, Basic Video Editors, League of Legends, Diablo 2
Country? - Ireland
Preferred stores to order parts from? (Amazon Uk, etc.) Basically any if it's worth it
Will you travel to NCIX (canada) or Microcenter (USA) for parts? (Null if unsure) - no

How much hard drive space do you want or need? - 500gb+ I would say
Will you use wireless or wired internet? - wireless
Will you overclock CPU and/or GPU? - Don't know
Any special requests or useful things to tell us? (Specific case, need lots of storage, audio etc.) - Has to run simple games such as written above in decent quality and FPS without getting overheated and slowing down.


Style (optional) Not important
Do you prefer any specific colors for the build/computer case? - No
Do you prefer a window on your case? - No
*(Please note how picky you will be with colors. Sometimes it's just not feasible to get some colors on certain parts)*


Hope this helps, wish I could helped more.
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Jun 26 2016 01:40pm
I have come up with this

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/Gwp3Fd

It will do everything you dreamed of and more :P
It will run modern games also as well, without troubles. at 1080p.
over 100 fps in league at 1080p, max settings.
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Jun 26 2016 03:35pm
Quote (Rapture @ 26 Jun 2016 21:40)
I have come up with this

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/Gwp3Fd

It will do everything you dreamed of and more :P
It will run modern games also as well, without troubles. at 1080p.
over 100 fps in league at 1080p, max settings.


looks real good except the dual core i3 processor.
are you sure that's the proper way to go ?

do you think i5 quad core might do the thing better? even 2nd hand one ?

This post was edited by Alone on Jun 26 2016 03:36pm
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Jun 26 2016 08:13pm
Quote (Alone @ Jun 26 2016 05:35pm)
looks real good except the dual core i3 processor.
are you sure that's the proper way to go ?

do you think i5 quad core might do the thing better? even 2nd hand one ?


Buying used is a whole different ball game. There are a host of interesting options to choose from, but you would need to invest personal time in finding appropriate deals. (such as old xeons!)
But in general, for your needs i don't think it's worth it.
The i3 has 2 cores, 4 threads. Yes, the i5 is obviously a better choice, but considering your budget and your needs, I do not think the money would be appropriately spent. It's going to max out your games and give you a solid editing experience.

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