How should the budget for a gaming computer be devided for its components?
I’d recommend going with an AMD based system. Motherboard: -There are alot of factors to consider when buying a motherboard-CPU Socket, chipset, PCIe slots available, RAM slots available and RAM type, form factor (ATX, Micro ATX, etc.) -CPU Socket; This will determine the types of processor you can install on your motherboard. -AM2: Relatively old and being phased out but is also the cheapest of the standard AMD boards, typically ranging in price from $100-$140 -AM2+: Newer and more common, typically ranges in price from $120-$150 (High end boards in the $170’s) -AM3: The newest socket, allows for high power, newer processors, price range typically $160-$180 (High end boards upwards of $190) -Bottom Line: Spend about $160 on an average motherboard unless you want a high end board that opens up more options-in which case you will need to spend upwards of $180 Processor: Determined by your motherboard socket, or the other way around. -Dual Core: Perfect for average computing and budget c
