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Roven:
So I decided to build a new computer, my first computer actually. I'm aiming for a gaming and multimedia build to watch my HD and blu-ray stuff without any problem. So far I only found my graphic card and possibly motherboard, and since I have little to almost no knowledge about hardware, I don't know what's left or even if the graphic card and motherboard are good.

Graphic Card:
http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3682#ov
Motherboard:
http://www.gigabyte.bz/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3499#ov
As for the processor, a friend of mine recommended me to get the 2.9 core 2 duo.
 
This is what my budget can get, I want to know what else should I get that will give me good to great performance and doesn't cost a fortune..

rostheferret:
Gigabyte boards are known for being pretty reliable, and that one looks no different. It all really depends on how much money you have to spend though. My worry with that mobo/processor is that it's beginning to get a little dated now, and you'd have to replace both components to upgrade (not to mention you're stuck with DDR2 RAM, though I think you CAN get 1200mhz DDR2 which ain't too shabby). As a "current" build, then it'll suit gaming just fine, but I'm not sure how long it'll take before it really becomes dated.

I couldn't find the motherboard online, but this similar one with the Core2Duo processor comes in at $175 from newegg whereas a bottom-of-the-barrel i3 (dual core processor at 3GHz) with a similar supported mobo costs $195. $20 gets you a slightly better system that can be upgraded more readily in the future, but tbh if you have the money I'd still get a better mobo than that. Things like a couple of 6GB/s SATA slots and support for faster DDR3 memory are surprisingly nice improvements for the price. Plus, excluding the PSU, it's probably the least likely component in the PC to mess up.

kyzhucha n:
GPU looks good..

only one thing though..
I suggest to get another motherboard that supports ddr3 and if possible usb 3.0 so you can upgrade parts without having to worry compatibility

Freedom Kira:
I'd recommend you get an LGA1156 mobo and a quad-core i5 if you are a bit worried about budget but still want good enough gaming performance, seeing the prices ros showed. Avoid Core2 and LGA775 boards as they are starting to get phased out (will probably be completely gone by the end of this year).

If an i5 is too much, you can always get the i3, which is mostly or all dual-core (i5 has some duals and some quads).

If you are seriously considering the one you linked, by now I would not pay more than $100 for it because it will be obsolete so soon. Getting it and a quad processor isn't a bad idea though, if you can live with the obsoleteness factor. In any case, make sure you go for one that is 45nm or 32nm (check Wikipedia for "list of <core model> processors" if you are unsure). The smaller the better, and 65nm was the standard two years ago.

Definitely try to find USB 3.0 and SATA III as others have pointed out, as those don't cause a huge increase in the price while offering expandability. If you want real performance, be sure to get an SSD with SATA III support (not a lot of those yet; and remember that you need a SATA III port to take full advantage of this). Even one with SATA II is already remarkable. SSDs are rather expensive though, so that's a tradeoff you'll have to decide on.

Anyway, if you are looking for smooth gaming with the newest games, you probably want the i5; i7 if you are willing to shell out the cash, which is on average ~$100 more. For not-so-new games, depends on the age - for the C4D age you probably want a quad or an i3. Older and a duo is probably okay. You'll have to weigh price with future expandability.

vuzedome:
Go for 1156, top it with an i5 or i3 as the CPU.
Wise choice for the GPU.
Some people...... will try to push you to get more than what your budget can support, don't give in.

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