Originally posted by NeoMoses
When you say "graphics" what exactly do you mean? Animated gifs? Video editing/compression from digital camcorder? Photoshop work on images? Or are you going serious, like Maya?
"I would like to get to that level.
Yes Flash Macro so on"

how many computers have you built? "50 PC and Servers "
Have you ever overclocked a computer? "YES"
If not, you'll be happy to know that the system you're putting together will likely run at 3.0 GHz without a problem, maybe 3.2 GHz if you're lucky with stock cooling, and likely 3.5 GHz or faster with a good cooling solution (like the watercooler in my avatar )

My other comments: You may be better off to build a dual processor machine, especially if your 'graphics' program(s) can take advantage of it. You won't find a smoother running machine than a dually. Take a look at the MSI K7D Master-L with a couple of low-speed TBred B processors (like the 1700+) If your program is SMP capable, that system will be cheaper than the P4 system and have tons more processing power.

Also, I would always recommend buying quality, name-brand motherboards. My favorite brands are Abit and Asus, although there are plenty of other good brands.

finally, there's 2 websites I'd like to recommend.
1. www.newegg.com - hands down the best place to buy parts.
2. www.overclockers.com - be sure to check out their forums at forum.oc-forums.com . there's TONS of info there.

Hope it helps!