Ultra Budget PC : (Last updated : October 11, 2008)
| Hardware | Component | Price | |
| Processor | AMD Athlon 64 X2 4850e | $64.99 | check prices |
| Motherboard | GigaByte GA-MA790GP-DS4H | $128.99 | check prices |
| Memory | G.SKILL 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 | $59.99 | check prices |
| Hard Drive | Western Digital Caviar SE16 640GB | $74.99 | check prices |
| Optical Drive | LG GGCH20L Blu-ray/HD-DVD Reader | $134.95 | check prices |
| Case | Antec Sonata III Mid Tower Case | $94.99 | check prices |
| Monitor | Acer AL2216Wbd 22" | $194.99 | check prices |
| Keyboard & Mouse | Microsoft Standard Wireless Desktop | $21.00 | check prices |
Component Info and Reviews :
AMD Athlon 64 X2 4850e
The Athlon 64 X2 4850e dual core processor runs at 2.5 GHz frequency and has 1MB L2 cache. It has a low power consumption of only 45W TDP and can overclock to around 3 GHz on air.
Reviews : Motherboards.org
GigaByte GA-MA790GP-DS4H
The GA-MA790GP-DS4H is GIGABYTE’s next generation, high performance platform based on the new AMD 790GX Chipset and support for the new AMD Phenom™ quad-core processors, with the latest AM2+ platform support, integrated DDR2 1066 memory controller, HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology links and 128-bit Floating Point Units. In addition, GA-MA790GP-DS4H features with innovative S features, further providing reliable and user friendly computing and reaching the maximum system performance easily via personalized software settings.
The AMD 790GX Chipset is the system logic of the latest AM2+ (HyperTransport 3.0) platform from AMD that enables its next generation Phenom™ processors. The AMD 790GX chipset integrated ATI Radeon™ HD 3300-based graphics architecture. This unique combination of Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP) creates a single motherboard featuring a world-class DX10, Shader Model 4.0 graphics, ATI Avivo™ Technology, and brand-new ATI Hybrid Graphics Technology and AMD UVD (Unified Video Decoder) Technology for faster and smoother game-play, a high quality video processing engine for advance quality of video and DVD playback.
Reviews : OCW
G.SKILL 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2
G.SKILL 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 kit is rated at 5-5-5-15 timings and is a good overclocker. It comes at a good price for its performance.
Western Digital Caviar SE16 640GB
This drive features 640 GB of storage and a 16 MB cache and spins at 7200 RPM speed. It has 2 of Western Digital's latest 320GB platters.
Reviews : ExtremeTech, Anandtech, Tech Report
LG Electronics GGCH20L Blu-ray/HD-DVD Reader & Dual Layer DVD±RW Writer
LG Electronics GGC-H20L Blu-ray/HD DVD Combo Drive with Lightscribe is your all in one solution for your PC multimedia needs. Not only does it read both Blu-ray and HD-DVD disc, but it can also read and record DVD's and CD's. The Lightscribe labeling completes this package, allowing users to burn labels right onto their DVD's or CD's.
Antec Sonata III Mid Tower Case
The Antec Sonata III is a solid case that includes Antec EarthWatts 500 Watt power supply unit (PSU) which is equipped with universal input and Active PFC. This PSU is also 80PLUS certified.
Reviews : Bjorn3d, Club Overclocker, XSReviews, techPowerUp, Metku Mods
Acer AL2216Wbd Black 22" Widescreen LCD Monitor
The Acer AL2216WBD features 300cd/m2 brightness level, 700:1 contrast ratio, and 5ms response time. It has a competitive price for its size and features.
Reviews : CNET
Microsoft Standard Wireless Optical Desktop
The Wireless Optical Desktop 1000 lets you navigate with ease and without the inconvenient clutter of wires. You get the accuracy of an optical mouse, plus one-touch access to e-mail, the Web, and frequently-used features. You'll get far more than productivity - an excellent ergonomic design adds comfort as you type, point and click, while also affecting your long-term health.The mouse's optical sensor tracks mouse movement, giving you greater durability, increased speed, improved accuracy and more consistant performance on virtually any surface. The keyboard features hot keys that provide one-touch access to frequently used commands. A built-in multimedia center lets you access your favorite music, video clips and media programs with the press of a key. Forward and Back Internet buttons allow you to maneuver between Web pages without clicking the toolbar, or reassign buttons to perform a common command or keystroke.
Reviews : TechwareLabs
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