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Title: Help me pick out power supply and processor/motherboard
Post by: keilmillerjr on March 21, 2013, 08:36:45 pm

How many watts would I need for a power supply? I plan on running the computer, an ipac, and led marquee lights from groovygamegear from the psu. I would like an Eco friendly approach if possible.

I plan on playing games like 19xx, sunset riders, mk, and tmnt. What video/processor do you guys recommend? Would an i3 be a good choice? When do you have enough room to grow, but didnt go overboard on a "PC"? I'm a Mac guy, so choices are usually much simpler.

Title: Re: Help me pick out power supply and processor/motherboard
Post by: BobA on March 21, 2013, 09:18:31 pm

Power required is dependent on MB and processor plus accessories.   Best to determine the MB before the PS. The games you listed can easily be played with a used $100 or free computer so you might not need a PS since they come with them.  So decide on what you want to play and do with your setup and let that determine the MB and PS.