OK, I'll sum up : i5 2500k with a P67 or Z68 motherboard. If you wanna run SMG at full speed, you'll need to OC the CPU quite heavily, so you'll need a very good cooler... I'd recommend a Noctua NH-U12P, but it's expensive.
Also, make sure you have a good PSU (500W will be fine, and a good brand like Seasonic or Antec).
Also, make sure you have a good PSU (500W will be fine, and a good brand like Seasonic or Antec).
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Core i5 2400
4 GB DDR3
ATi Radeon HD6870
Core i5 2400
4 GB DDR3
ATi Radeon HD6870