Low Grade World of Warcraft Build

[cameronh779]

dont you have to pay $15/month? well there are modded servers...

Yes... :/

 

[cameronh779]

Anymore opinions?

 

[ne6togadno]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3fz3pg
use igpu till you have money for vga card (by that time there could be better offers so check again before you buy)

 

[cameronh779]

I think some people may be missing that I am just looking for a cheap 20$ cpu off ebay. I can get a q6600 for that price. SAme for Mobo and ram. I think maybe a AMD Radeon R7 250 might start me off.

Check this GT 730 test out|:

 

[cameronh779]

After this thread I have kinda changed my mind about even trying this.. Its just too expensive which is disappointing. I didn't realize it would cost so much to just mess around with a game. But if there is any opinions that can do this for 100$ or less I may still be open but maybe I am asking something that cant be done.

Thanks guys.

 

[Frick]

I think maybe a AMD Radeon R7 250 might start me off.

Oh yes.

The problem with the Q6600 are the clocks, and you can't use the motherboard you linked before for overclocking. OTOH the Q95xx CPU's were little beasts, but they're pretty expensive still.

EDIT. For $100 you should be able to get a build that can play it on low settings. Make a WTB thread in the Sale forums here and see if anyone has something low end.

 

[krusha03]

After this thread I have kinda changed my mind about even trying this.. Its just too expensive which is disappointing. I didn't realize it would cost so much to just mess around with a game. But if there is any opinions that can do this for 100$ or less I may still be open but maybe I am asking something that cant be done.

Thanks guys.

You can definitely get something for 100 that can play wow. However looking at price / performance it may be worthwhile to try and save an extra 50 and then buy the new system. Now of course I don't know your financial situation and if you think this impossible or will take too long then I am sure we can help you to make something. My problem is since I am not from the US except eBay I don't know where to easily look for old parts to help you out.

 

[cameronh779]

Oh yes.

The problem with the Q6600 are the clocks, and you can't use the motherboard you linked before for overclocking. OTOH the Q95xx CPU's were little beasts, but they're pretty expensive still.

EDIT. For $100 you should be able to get a build that can play it on low settings. Make a WTB thread in the Sale forums here and see if anyone has something low end.

Can you recommend a cheaper GPU, maybe check ebay for me? I find it to be the lowest prices for hardware. Used is fine and I will make the thread to see whats out there.

Maybe I will have to play on low for a while? My resolution will not be any more than 1440x900 and probably less.

I want something to play on for a few months til I can do better.

The Q6600s are 20$ on eBay. Motherboards are like 20-35$. 4GB Ram 10-15$. I have to decide on the cheapest GPU right now. I also will need a case and pay 20$ to play the game. MY top line is like 125$ to 150$ and I know that's tight but I can leave the computer out of the case for a while or something. I just want something to do... I have no hobbies or anything to do right now, I am disabled.

EDIT:

http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/threads/cheap-beginner-wow-system-cpu-mobo-etc.215859/

 

[kn00tcn]

i mean, i have a blatant bias against MMOs & also against monthly fees & the corporate entity that is activision blizzard, to me this sounds like a terrible idea... how many months are you going to be paying? i also dont get the motivation, to mess around in 'a hobby' (one that is full of thousands of choices, some free)?

can you find a q9*** rather than a q6*** cpu? i have my q9550 overclocked to 3.6ghz, yes some games are cpu limited but it's not terrible

 

[krusha03]

Can you recommend a cheaper GPU, maybe check ebay for me? I find it to be the lowest prices for hardware. Used is fine and I will make the thread to see whats out there.

Maybe I will have to play on low for a while? My resolution will not be any more than 1440x900 and probably less.

I want something to play on for a few months til I can do better.

The Q6600s are 20$ on eBay. Motherboards are like 20-35$. 4GB Ram 10-15$. I have to decide on the cheapest GPU right now. I also will need a case and pay 20$ to play the game. MY top line is like 125$ to 150$ and I know that's tight but I can leave the computer out of the case for a while or something. I just want something to do... I have no hobbies or anything to do right now, I am disabled.

EDIT:

http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/threads/cheap-beginner-wow-system-cpu-mobo-etc.215859/

You mentioned you have 430W PSU. Can you give us the model and maker so I can know what kind of GPU I can recommend. For now I would go for this:

i5 + MB for $50
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-Compaq-8...660-3-33GHz-/141764650047?hash=item2101d4e43f
And this Ram for $16
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
This leaves another $40 for GPU and you will need a cooler if you dont have one but those go for <10$

 

[cameronh779]

You mentioned you have 430W PSU. Can you give us the model and maker so I can know what kind of GPU I can recommend. For now I would go for this:

i5 + MB for $50
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-Compaq-8...660-3-33GHz-/141764650047?hash=item2101d4e43f
And this Ram for $16
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820313471&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker, LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
This leaves another $40 for GPU and you will need a cooler if you dont have one but those go for <10$

Maybe a Q6600 + Mobo (35$) to save more money to put towards GPU? Or just save some money period. :/

 

[cameronh779]

http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/13595399870

 

[cameronh779]

This is my PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817170014

It seems that my cheapest options so far are the Q8200 or other quad 775 + Cheap OEM motherboard + 4GB DDR3 + 30$ or so GPU

Or going with an APU possibly AMD 6400K and the same other components except the dedicated GPU.

 

[krusha03]

This is my PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817170014

It seems that my cheapest options so far are the Q8200 or other quad 775 + Cheap OEM motherboard + 4GB DDR3 + 30$ or so GPU

Or going with an APU possibly AMD 6400K and the same other components except the dedicated GPU.

How much is that Q8200 + MB set? Also that PSU is really bad so i wouldn't count on it powering even an old high end vga

 

[RCoon]

This is my PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817170014

It seems that my cheapest options so far are the Q8200 or other quad 775 + Cheap OEM motherboard + 4GB DDR3 + 30$ or so GPU

Or going with an APU possibly AMD 6400K and the same other components except the dedicated GPU.

Holy crap, that 3.3 and 5 ampage is hilarious. That's P4 style PSU's at their finest. I would start looking for another PSU.

 

[cameronh779]

Well that cost makes this impossible for me right now. Thanks for everyones help.

If I can know just one last thing.. If a miracle happens and I can get a better psu, what GPU would be best for me?

 

[cameronh779]

https://macon.craigslist.org/sys/5199789419.html

 

[thebluebumblebee]

https://macon.craigslist.org/syd/5209218128.html

 

[cameronh779]

https://macon.craigslist.org/syd/5209218128.html

I can get that hardware for a little cheaper. Was a good find though and I sent them an email to see if they are flexible with pricing.

 

[cameronh779]

How much is that Q8200 + MB set? Also that PSU is really bad so i wouldn't count on it powering even an old high end vga

Its about 35-40$. I can get a e8400 and motherboard for about 30$.

Other considerable options that I am asking if will work with my PSU is maybe an APU like the 6400k or even a heap Intel HD 4600 integrated.

Ive checked everywhere for a desktop for cheap to start with and in most if not all cases I can get the hardware cheaper if bought separate.

THey also have PSUs cheap on ebay. So if I can go the E8400 and mobo for 25$ then I can probably afford a new PSU.

http://www.ebay.com/cln/cc_harper/beginner-wow-with-oc-options/232326019017

 

[Jetster]

Messing with this old stuff its easy to get burned. I've been down that road of trying to put old parts together and it rarely is a deal. Just start saving your money for new.
Its really the best route. Until then find something that will paly on your current system

 

[a_ump]

i know there's a... amd 720x3 BE+mobo+HD 7770?(one of those in that range) for like $150 in our FS forum; i'll try to dig it up.

EDIT:

http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/threads/mobos-cpus-ram-and-7950-video-card.214074/
the PII 720 BE+mobo is $90, he's dropped the price once, the HD 7950(which i myself am eyeballing) is only $120, i'm betting he'd let it all go $200 shipping included.

EDIT 2:
ball park of $120 max then, i see. still, browse that whole thread and ask, worst he can do is say no.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

I can get that hardware for a little cheaper. Was a good find though and I sent them an email to see if they are flexible with pricing.

Messing with this old stuff its easy to get burned. I've been down that road of trying to put old parts together and it rarely is a deal. Just start saving your money for new.
Its really the best route. Until then find something that will paly on your current system

That particular link was to someone who "refurbishes" systems. I wouldn't be surprised if you can get a 90 day warranty out of him.

This is my PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817170014

It seems that my cheapest options so far are the Q8200 or other quad 775 + Cheap OEM motherboard + 4GB DDR3 + 30$ or so GPU

Or going with an APU possibly AMD 6400K and the same other components except the dedicated GPU.

http://www.jonnyguru.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10688

 

[thebluebumblebee]

So, what did you do?

 

[cameronh779]

I ended up getting a 5670, E8400, Intel Board, 4GB DDR2 for around 55$.

Next move is a PSU.