Is this a good custom PC build?

Omar Bencherif · Apr 20, 2013

I made this list on PCPartPicker, bear in mind that I will decide my case later and I already have a fair amount of spare ram lying around, so It's not too much of a problem. Anyone's insights would be much appreciated.

http://i33.tinypic.com/33dytsp.jpg

I'm new to building PCs, also, leave suggestions of anything that could be better, my budget's about $1300.
Sorry about the repost, I don't know how to remove posts.

ksham · Apr 20, 2013

What's the build for? Gaming I presume?

jemm · Apr 20, 2013

Your GTX 670 might want a bit more power at full load > Antec BP550 Plus 550W http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371016&IsVirtualParent=1

Omar Bencherif · Apr 20, 2013

ksham :

Yes, It's for gaming. I thought I'd put it in the gaming section.

Omar Bencherif · Apr 20, 2013

jemm :

Thanks for the suggestion.

jemm · Apr 20, 2013

In the case you´re thinking about overclocking the CPU, then think about a 600W PSU (Antec, Corsair, Seasonic).

Omar Bencherif · Apr 20, 2013

jemm :

Ok, thanks. About the CPU, I was told that I would be better off with in i5 processor, because of MSI's compatibility issues. Would that be a good idea? Any other processors around the same price range, which are better?

ksham · Apr 20, 2013

Since you wanted to pick the case, I left it out.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($133.00 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Gamer 2 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($47.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.97 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($389.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($73.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.30 @ Newegg)
Total: $1037.71
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

Omar Bencherif · Apr 20, 2013

ksham :

Since you wanted to pick the case, I left it out.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($133.00 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Gamer 2 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($47.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.97 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($389.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($73.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.30 @ Newegg)
Total: $1037.71
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

Just in case I can't get the 7970, what would be a good choice?

jemm · Apr 20, 2013

The build "ksham" suggested you above is a very good one!

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