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Hello, I am looking for help with a Gaming PC I am going to buy and build. I want to play games, like Crysis, Far Cry 3, etc., on max settings. I would also like to be able to record/edit/upload gameplay. I have a build someone did for me on here, but that was a while ago and now I am ready to buy a build sometime this week. I'm wondering if this is the best way to go, or if I can do better for $1945.14(or less, if possible.) It would also be a great help if you post a PCpartpicker.com list, because I'm terrible at doing that.
Thanks guys.
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ItsJay/saved/1a1J
 
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There are two changes I would make and those are dropping the ram down to 8gb , 16gb is not needed for gaming and changing the SSD to a Samsung 840 Pro 128gb, it has better read/writes speeds.
If your doing any overclocking the heatsink/fan selected will do and if you want to do higher overclocking the go with a Corsair H-80.
 
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This is actually a pretty good build. However, if you want, instead of Two GTX 660s, you can go for a Galaxy GTX 680 OC, which you can overclock and get similar results as the two 660s in SLI, then you can later in time buy another one and get amazing graphical performance. As for the SSD, to me they are an absolute waster of money, unless say you have the money to waste or if you get say a 32 or 64GB for the OS. Also the Monitor is fine, but that 5ms rate may make it seem slightly laggy at times, so if you want you can upgrade for $70 more to a 23.6" Acer 2MS 120Hz 3D and get better visual results.
 
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Dual 7950 boost as they are cheaper but faster (CFX is bit of an issue as AMD has yet to release some CF profiles for a few games)
1866mhz ram but just 8gb is enough
Went with an different SSD but comparable speed
Cheaper monitor but still IPS +LED, 5ms is great still for gaming
For a large OC consider getting a beefier cooler
ASUS v lk is better than the extreme4 in terms of power delivery

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($47.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($289.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($289.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 550D ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 850W 80 PLUS Silver Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($122.75 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus BC-12B1ST/BLK/B/AS Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($55.06 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: Asus VS239H-P 23.0" Monitor ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1770.69
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-03-26 14:59 EDT-0400)

With cheaper dual 660ti's


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CPU:  Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($219.99 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler:  Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.99 @ NCIX US) 
Motherboard:  Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX  LGA1155 Motherboard  ($119.99 @ Newegg) 
Memory:  Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($47.98 @ Amazon) 
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($89.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage:  Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.99 @ Newegg) 
Video Card:  Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($276.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Video Card:  Asus GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($276.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case:  Corsair 550D ATX Mid Tower Case  ($119.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply:  XFX ProSeries 850W 80 PLUS Silver Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply  ($122.75 @ Amazon) 
Optical Drive:  Asus BC-12B1ST/BLK/B/AS Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer  ($55.06 @ NCIX US) 
Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Professional SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($134.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor:  Asus VS239H-P 23.0" Monitor  ($159.99 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1744.67
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-03-26 15:01 EDT-0400)



 
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I actually agree that the RAM at 16 isn't needed that much (unless your say running 3 games and have a load of windows open). However, the fan should be perfectly fine for overclocking. You can even use some of this money your saving to get an i7-3770k which is a little faster and comes with an amazing custom Intel fan. My friend got his CPU down to 1ºC while playing battefield (which is still a little dangerous because of freezing).
 
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For the games that he'll be playing, and the fact that hes not doing surround gaming, he shouldn't need to downgrade (so to speak) to that AMD. The AMDs are good, but for most games that are out, the Nvidias are stronger and more compatible. Plus AMD is mostly revolved around video editing and such things.
 
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Gaming wise the 3770k has yet to show any significant benefits once both are OC'd



For 1080p he could get away with a single 660ti or 7950

And the 7950 boost is not an down grade
(bit dated drivers [for the first review, second one is latest drivers] but point is to compare the 7950 to the 7950 boost and then compare the 7950 to the 660ti)

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agree... 16gb is not needed for gaming. 8gb is more than enough (i've never used up more than 3-4 at one time during just doing gaming sessions)

the best choice is a samsung 830 series if you can find them. however with prices as they are settling on a 840 will work as well.

unless you plan to do some overclocking you can drop the cpu cooler and use the stock one. they typically work more than adequate. you can always upgrade later rememeber.

 
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It actually does (even though its a small difference). It gives battlefield about 5-10 frames increase, which may not be much, but when your running at high frames, and the game lags because of actions. For ArmA HT does destroy frames, but when it is shut off, if give it a few more frames. Also the fan that comes with it is absolutely incredible.
 
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BF3 online 64 player will show some benefit, depends on the specific games played

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Intel/Core_i5_3570K_and_i7_3770K_Comparison/8.html
 
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Some things in your build are a little overpriced( Case, PSU, and GPU's to be exact.)
I changed a few things. Different case, more RAM(32gigs if you want it, if not subtract out the price), 2 PowerColor 7870(Tahiti based chip version, According to Tom's charts they perform on par with the GTX 670 for less than the 660ti), cheaper modular PSU. Still chose a Mid tower case, but for a lot less.Also changed the SSD to the Samsung 840 Pro

I could go way cheaper, don't get me wrong, but if something you can be proud of and show off,it's just a consideration.
For the price of the 7870 LE's, you could just get one 7970
You don't need 32, but I fit it below your budget, 16 is more than plenty

 Here's the System i came up with for $10 less than yours, but a whole lot more bang for the buck.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Mnvg

If you want something still way worth it, but way under the previous Here's one
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/MnAm
 
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I'm thinking about the first one, because I do want to show it off, haha. I know it's a dumb question but I just want to make sure, that first build will be able to max settings everything right? And be able to record gameplay? Again, just making sure. I'm pretty new at this. :)
 
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$2K build and you're using a piece of crap Raidmax case? HELL NO!!!! You're also never going to use 32GB of RAM especially for a gaming rig, and you shouldn't buy the Corsair RAM with the tall heat sinks anyways.

Here's what I would suggest:

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CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP4 TH ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($192.86 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: OCZ Vector Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case ($142.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($21.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1920.73
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-03-26 15:31 EDT-0400)

THAT is how you spend $2K on a gaming rig.
 
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You would definitely be able to do all of those things. Effortlessly really, with either system.
If you planning on recording game play, I'm gonna guess that you definitely will be editing footage. You will most likely want the I7 with the Hyper Threading, Since the I5 doesn't have it. I7's also comes with bigger Cache compared to the I5. It is very handy with editing.
Also, the 32Gigs defintely speeds up the editing process along side of the CPU. Editing software takes advantage of as much RAM as your system has.
 
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As far as the editing goes then, should I just pick one of the builds in here, either yours or Gunit's and get the I7 instead right?
 
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I7 is definitely the way to go. Gunit's is also a good build. I run the GPU he has down for your system in my own. Great GPU.
As far as the Raidmax Case, it was just one i found, but i also didn't max out the $2000 budget for a nicer case. If you want to actually max it out with a nicer case and keep all the other components, get an AZZA Genesis 9000. Huge tower, but it is one amazing case. that puts you right at $2004.
But everything is personal preference, so I leave that up to you
 
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I suck at the pc parts picking thing. IS this the right one then?
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80637i73770k

and is this is my final build then,
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/MoxZ
 
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Raidmax sucks period, I can't emphasize enough how crappy their products are. On a $2K build that would be a major faux pas to use such a poorly built case. Get a nicer case.

Oh yeah, thanks almost forgot. So which one is that? I hit Blue Ray reader on the filter, which I think is what it is, but I don't know how to read these numbers exactly.
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/optical-drive/#qq=1&t=2
Click to expand...

BD-R isn't necessary on a PC unless you're using heavy duty CS 5 video editing jobs. For a gaming rig you don't need it. Games on BD-R aren't going to happen - everything is moving toward cloud computing and online distribution.
 
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SO just stick with the Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer?
 
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