Quadcore complete build under $500.00 can it be done?

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GreenAce92

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I'd like to get setup for game development using the Unreal Engine, requirements say a quad core and 8 gigs of ram...

I'm curious if there is a quad core cpu that could be paired with basic parts to make a ready-to-go desktop that can meet these needs...

I'd probably have to use AMD right? Which may not necessarily be a bad thing.

$500.00 is out of my mind right?
 
Their recommend spec also ask for GTX 470 or 6870.
So it would be a GTX 750ti or R9 270 for today card.

this will meet their recommended spec.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD Athlon X4 860K 3.7GHz Quad-Core Processor ($71.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-F2A88XM-D3H Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($45.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.64 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Video Card ($119.50 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($27.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-14 DVD/CD Writer ($12.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($86.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $503.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-27 10:36 EDT-0400
 
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wow 1 TB? that's amazing... curious if it could be cheaper?

Thanks for your time. I'm wondering if that can fit in one of the three computer cases that I have.
 
If they use a standard ATX layout they should.

If you want to save money, you can use the free Windows 10 technical preview. However, keep note that it is a beta version, and isn't compatible with all programs out there
 
$503.96 is reasonable, I am hoping I can also do video editing and 3D modeling which I so far onky use Google SketchUp which isn't that intensive.
 
GreenAce92 said:
$503.96 is reasonable, I am hoping I can also do video editing and 3D modeling which I so far onky use Google SketchUp which isn't that intensive.
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In that case, I would suggest you consider spending little extra for AM3+ platform. Probably extra $60
 
For video editing and modeling you might want something with more CPU resources. The FM2 platform only offers 2-module/4-core setups whereas AM3+ has octo core CPUs for around a similar price.

If you have some buddies in the NYC area that could get you one, MicroCenter even has a few FX bundles like an 8320E and motherboard for ~$120.
 
Oddly enough I haven't been to NYC after living in NY for 9 years...

I'll have to look into what you are talking about.

So many things on the mind.

Looking at the list above FM2 I believe you are referring to the motherboard which in that case do I have to look at both a motherboard and a new processor?

I really have to look at what makes the parts compatible... chipset? 775, something like that?
 
Could just go for distributed computing, a bunch of pentium 4's rigged up as a quad or more...

I'll more than likely go with your suggestion, it's not so much "want" but how much can I spend ha

Anyway thank you all for your time.
 
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