(06-25-2012, 02:08 AM)SnakeBoss Wrote: OK, what about the power supply, case, and motherboard? Are those necessary or can I go with lower models? And remember, I am not solely using the computer for game emulators, but also PC games and everyday computer tasks - so keep those factors in mind.
The BP550 is a power supply.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...&Tpk=bp550
The 560 SE can play most games at medium-high settings at 1080p.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6814130770
It delivers comparable performance to an HD 6850.
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/rade...76-10.html
http://www.anandtech.com/show/3987/amds-...e-market/8
And I'd recommend the HAF 912 (which is a case.) because its a better value.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6811119233
I wouldn't go lower on the motherboard.