Building a computer. Server RAM Desktop RAM?

[Shaun]

I'm wanting a quad core at least 3 GHz so probably an i7 of some kind

 

[moonshine]

i7's are pretty expensive compared to others. an i5 will do you good but considering that you're on a budget, an AMD FX-6300 should meet your needs without any problems.

 

[Shaun]

I thought the board only supported intels?

 

[moonshine]

Then go for a board that supports the AM3+ socket. An FX-6300 is better than multi-tasking, encoding, video editing and gaming than an i3 within its price range. You won't regret it.

 

[Shaun]

Then go for a board that supports the AM3+ socket. An FX-6300 is better than multi-tasking, encoding, video editing and gaming than an i3 within its price range. You won't regret it.

Would this suffice? http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/M5A78L/

 

[moonshine]

Yep. That should do you good. What RAM are you going for now?

 

[Shaun]

im looking for a 2 and 4. i have got a 2 for 5 pounds so im looking for a half decent cheap 4. 6 GB it enough isnt it?

I can use my current memory i think. i have 2 4gbs just now. same with my HDD

Or even that motherboard for cheaper? http://www.aria.co.uk/Products/Comp...)+DDR3+Micro-ATX+Motherboard+?productId=59304

 

[moonshine]

Just go for the first AM3+ board that you mentioned. Just go for a single 4 GB stick. The Kingston Hyperx line is pretty good.

 

[Shaun]

I have 2X 4GB in my current computer

 

[moonshine]

What's the frequency of your current RAM?

 

[Shaun]

I'd have to wait till i get home to check.

 

[Shaun]

I'd have to wait till i get home to check.
the computer is only 2 years old though.


Edit: sorry first one didn't show up for me