Isys max range problems

[chrisrussell]

I was recently trying to buy a computer from the novatech website, when I came across a problem. I had chosen the isys max 8600 core 2 duo, but by the time i got round to ordering it, they had run out of stock. Unfortunately, they have begun to make it again differently to how they did it before. Only one difference of the few is stopping me from buying the computer and it is the graphics card, which has changed from the nVidia 8600GTS 256MB PCI-E Graphics to the nVidia 8600GT 512MB PCI-E Graphics. Seeing as I would like to be able to play some of the newest games on this computer, I need to know firstly if this is a downgrade and if so, is it still capable for my needs. Also I am willing to pay between 500 and 750 pounds including VAT, so if anyone knows of another good computer for this price, I would be pleased if you could tell me.

Thanks in advance, Chris :D

[Taxation]

depends, if you want to build it yourself or buy it fully assembled

[chrisrussell]

Hmm, I would like to build one myself but I don't know how, so I guess I would have to buy a pre-assembled one.

[Jonny2Bad]

If you have any pc knowledge it would be worth considering a barebones bundle and then adding the other components that you want yourself this way the main motherboard and cpu are already installed and just leaves the easier parts to assemble, ask anything you like on here there are plenty of people to help out!!

[chrisrussell]

Yeah, i might just do that. If I was going to, what parts do I need to get? and could I get a good gaming computer (Not the very best but an alright one) that way for less than about £700? Finally, is it true that buying the components separately is cheaper that a fully assembled one?
Thanks

[Jonny2Bad]

Yes very much so. Right to start with do you already have a monitor keyboard mouse etc? If so you can build a fantastic gaming pc for £700 or if you wanted to tighten your budget slightly it would still be ok

[chrisrussell]

Thanks for your help so far by the way! No I don't have a keyboard, mouse or monitor, but I'm buying a 19" widescreen monitor off another site, but that won't be payed for with the £700 for the computer. I would be perfectly fine spending £700 on the computer and any other costs, but not really any more than that. Sorry but I'm going to be off the computer until the morning now.

Thanks

The url for the monitor is: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Acer-AL1916WAS- ... 182&sr=8-1 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Acer-AL1916WAS-Widescreen-LCD-Monitor/dp/B000H5UKBM/ref=pd_bbs_1/203-2410040-1872766?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1188557182&sr=8-1)

[Jonny2Bad]

Ok no problem, the important thing is you have a monitor well for £700 we can get you well on your way to a fine gaming rig!!

[chrisrussell]

one last post! what components will still be needed if I buy a barebone system?

[Jonny2Bad]

A hd, dvdrw, etc, you get a case mobo and cpu and thats it i think maybe a psu.

[chrisrussell]

thanks i'll see what I can find!

[Jonny2Bad]

Well at a quick glance this is what you could build for £619
2g corsair ram
asus p5k/p35 m/board
e6600 cpu
psu hiper 580w
dvdrw
500g wd h/d
bfg 8800gts o/c
just need to choose your case with the £80 spare, you there is a lot of room to save money in that list but it could just give you an idea of what you can do!!!