Gaming PC help needed (1 Viewer)

[ramsfan]

Hi - My 15 year old son is interested in a gaming PC. He is also interested in building his own, but I don't know what he is getting into.

I would like to support his desire to build his own, but I also know he is open to a pre-built machine. If anyone knows of any exceptional deals on parts bundles or pre-built machines, that would be awesome.

[SIZE=1.3em]Any and all tips are GREATLY appreciated.[/SIZE]

 

[Maelstrom]

Here's some links:

I haven't reviewed this, but it isn't hard. I can't imagine they screwed it up.

http://lifehacker.com/5828747/how-to-build-a-computer-from-scratch-the-complete-guide

Some pre-built options:

http://lifehacker.com/5840963/the-best-pcs-you-can-build-for-600-and-1200

Build your own:

http://pcpartpicker.com/

 

[Gator Shawn]

Reddit has an amazingly helpful subreddit called /r/buildapc but you need to start with pcpartpicker.

Also, I like starting my plan off with the Quarterly System Builder Marathon at whatever price point you like:

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/system-build-pc-value,3946.html

 

[None_More_Black]

Don't skimp on the case and the power supply. If you get good quality they can easily last two builds.