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These are the final specifications for my build, as priced up today. I cannot go over £370, but am tempted to upgrade the processor to a X2 250 (£5 more, 3Ghz instead of 2.8Ghz). Yes, 2Gb RAM is a tad low, but in a few months I plan to upgrade to 4Gb. These parts were updated recently based on recommendations by a tech friend (ie, PSU)
Just thought I'd double check that they're OK and will work together.
http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/9067/specg.png
Save for a bit longer, you could get an awesome system for about 100 quid more.
That's not an option, or I would.
I can't put my birthday on hold. lol.
Lol true. See if you can get a Phenom II X2 or X3 for the same money as that Athlon.
If you can find a Phenom II X2 for £50 new you'll have a new best friend for life.
I take it the DDR3 RAM will work in the motherboard? For a budget I'd probably get DDR2 RAM and more of it, especially judging by the calibre of system you're looking to build with the Athlon.
Why get thermal paste? It will come with your CPU.