I just recently got a new computer for filming. Here are the things I found important for a computer for video making. First RAM you want a decent amout of it. I have 8GB of RAM but 4GB will work as well. Second you want a good CPU, I have Intel i5 quad core 3.3Ghz Processor. When looking at a processor you want duel core or a quad core processor because this will allow your computer to multitask a whole lot better. Third you want a decently large hard drive. Video editing takes up a lot of space so you want a decently sized hard drive but it might be a good idea to buy an external hard drive to place old unused video projects for storage. Finally GPU...get one. I would suggest getting an NVIDIA Graphics Card because they are the best. You do not need a extremely expensive one but having one will greatly improve how well you computer runs graphics. Hope this helps.

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Nvidia has GPU's at the same level as AMD. They are both the same. Yes, Nvidia does have the fastest single GPU, but that(GTX 580) costs $400+, and requires a hefty PSU (power supply). GPUs (Graphic Cards) are mostly needed for gaming, but some Programs can unloag processces on to the GPU.

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The amount cheaper depends on how much you spend. I am not familiar with US currency, but the version of Windows 7 is the retail version(assuming it is home premium). Retail comes with 3 licenses so therefore can be used with 3 different Computers. I would suggest looking into the OEM version of 64bit Home premium.

As for a website I suggest looking at the PC Hardware section on Gamespot. http://uk.gamespot.com/forums/board/314 … Btitle%3B3 . They will give you a list parts you need. Tell them the amount you want to spend, whether or not you need a monitor, keyboard and mouse(KB/M) OS(operating system). Tell them it is your first time building and state your purpose for the PC. If you don't state your purpose, they will most likely assume it is a gaming PC.

Even if your son does lose interest, the computer can still be used as a family computer, considering your current one is 7-8 years old, it will need an upgrade.

I will link to some guides soon in this post.

EDIT:
Newegg video tutorial:

Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPIXAtNGGCw
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_56kyib … ure=relmfu
Part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxaVBsXE … ure=relmfu

Illustrated guide: http://www.kitchentablecomputers.com/index.php

These are from a quick search. Google is your friend

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This, I have also heard that microcenter have good deals sometimes, os check that out if you live near one.

The GTX 480 is a last gen flagship, so is very expensive. You make valid points, but to say Nvidia make the best cards is a very broad statement. You have to take into account price, power cosumption and heat produced. Also, AMD cards, namely the HD 6xxx series scale better in Crossfire than Nvidia in SLI. AMD also allows you to use multiple monitors(eyefinity), which is useful when having many windows open. If you are using a Llano APU system, which mostly dominates the low-end, you can use an AMD card and have dual graphics for better performance.

Build your own PC. That'd probably be the best thing. I'd personally get an Intel i5 2500K (3.3 GHz quad), at least 4 GB RAM and perhaps a somewhat cheap graphic card, although the integrated graphics could do just fine.

Price willing to spend? And honestly if you have the money, just build your computer! That's what I did and it turned out great.

AMD does not make graphics cards. I believe you are making the common mistake that ATI and AMD are the same. ATI makes graphic cards, and AMD makes proccesors.

Anyways, I'm saving up for a computer with an Intel Quadcore I7 960 3.3 Ghz proccesor, an Intel Dx58so2 motherboard (Up to 48 GB of RAM and Nvidia SLI capable!), a chip of 8 gb of RAM, Windows 7, a 750 watt power supply, a Nvidia Geforce 460, and a case.

Total:$950

Yes, I do already have a good hardrive (500 GB) and a monitor (My dad has an extra monitor I might be able get for my new computer!) and a keyboard, mouse, webcam, and I might or might not already have a fan.

EDIT: This is a good prebuilt computer if you like Hewlett Packards. Up to 16 Gbs of RAM. http://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-BV542AA-AB … u=15701581 And no I am not crazy for wanting such a high power computer, I do gaming, and I hope to get Adobe After Effects soon since I do Live Action also.

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Thanks. I'll look into those.
EDIT: It dosen't work with my board.

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