Buyers Guide: Budget Intel-Based Gaming PC Configuration
Many folks consider $900 to be more than just a budget build. Fair enough; it's actually a darn nice gaming machine. This quarter's configuration feature an unlocked Core i5-2500K processor, a Z68-based motherboard from Gigabyte, and a Radeon HD 6950 graphics card, which (you never know), could be unlockable if you're lucky. This combination of hardware hits the Tom's Hardware trifecta of gaming speed, hardware-accelerated transcoding via Quick Sync, and overclockability. A special congratulations to forum member techo for having his recommended build picked by the Tom's Hardware community this quarter!
| Component | Model | Average price |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge-based 3.3 GHz CPU | $220 |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-Z68A-D3H-B3 LGA 1155 Motherboard | $119 |
| RAM | G.Skill Ripjaws 8 GB DDR3-1066 Kit (2 x 4 GB) | $48 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire Radeon HD 6950 2 GB | $265 |
| Hard Drive | Seagate Barracuda 1 TB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hard Drive | $55 |
| Case | Cooler Master HAF 912 Mid-Tower | $55 |
| Power Supply | Corsair Enthusiast TX750 750 W 80 PLUS | $110 |
| DVD Burner | Lite-On iHAS124 24x DVD±RW Drive | $19 |
| TOTAL : $891 | ||
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