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First Time Build: GTX 670, No SLI, No OC

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May 13, 2013 9:58:59 PM

Been researching for the last few weeks, I think I'm finally ready to try my hand at building. I've been fiddling around with a lot of different combos, but finally realized that I am not interested in SLI or Overclocking. Because of this, I have no idea which motherboard and processor to use. I'd like to stay around $800-900 but will push to $1000-1100 if the parts are worth it. I'd prefer to use Intel Processor, GTX670, have 16gb of ram, an SSD, Full size Tower, and be able to multitask while gaming without sacrificing FPS.

Thanks in advance for your time

Approximate Purchase Date: 2 weeks-1 Month
Budget Range: $800-1100 USD Max (Lower is better, as I need to also pick up new mouse and keyboard)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, Multitasking, Downloading
Are you buying a monitor: No
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com; amazon.com
Location: Palm Bay, FL US
Parts Preferences: Intel, Gigabye, Asus,
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080 (Running 2 Monitors)
Additional Comments: If possible, can I have a few choices of motherboard/processor combos? That way I can fully understand what to look for if I am not going to overclock or run multiple video cards
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Current PC is from 2008; Runs WoW for questing/pvp but is terrible frame rate in raids

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May 13, 2013 10:03:22 PM

Case - $115 - Corsair 500R White http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
PSU - $56 - Cougar PowerX PX700V2 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
MoBo - $115 - ASUS P8Z77-V LK http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
CPU - $220 - Intel Core i5-3570k Ivy Bridge http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
RAM - $120 - (2 x 8GB) Muskin Blackline DDR3-1600 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
GFX - $140 - MSI N650TI TF 2GD5/OC BE http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
SSD - $150 - Samsung 840 Pro http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
HD - $160 - WD Caviar Black 5 yr warranty 2 TB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
DVD Writer - $20 - Asus Blue Ray Burner http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

Total $1096
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May 13, 2013 10:45:52 PM

there are so much things you do not need, 2 monitors for gaming? good luck with crosshair in the middle. If it is an extra for like stream chat or something, it would be much better.

Full tower not needed for this kind of build just get a mid tower. 8GB of ram is more than enough for multitasking and running games

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3350P 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($173.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Asus P8B75-M/CSM Micro ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($78.24 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Plextor M5S Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($86.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($349.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Tempest 410 ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1038.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 01:45 EDT-0400)
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May 13, 2013 11:38:07 PM

I use 2 monitors because I like to play movies on the other monitor. Also, I don't like to alt tab if I want to look up something and have grown accustomed to the extra screen. Mostly, I just need to know which processor and motherboard to use if I don't plan to overclock or run SLI. Or what features to look for so that I can figure it out on my own in the future. Thanks again for your help.
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May 14, 2013 12:27:32 AM

the CPU and motherboard i put up there will work fine.
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May 14, 2013 5:28:12 AM

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($180.98 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 LE R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($67.16 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1014.27
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 08:28 EDT-0400)
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May 14, 2013 8:23:58 AM

I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)
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May 14, 2013 12:33:28 PM

SamGriffiths said:
I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)


get rid of the junk PSU and you will be good
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May 14, 2013 4:22:16 PM

boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)


get rid of the junk PSU and you will be good


What's wrong with the PSU?
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May 14, 2013 7:09:40 PM

SamGriffiths said:
boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)


get rid of the junk PSU and you will be good


What's wrong with the PSU?


It may be Corsair branded but it is on the lower side of some PSUs. It is meant for budget and i mean a very small budget computers since you can usually find it around $20 with rebate. At the price you are getting it, just an absolute no. the XFX 550 is a cleaner and stronger PSU and is an OEM of Seasonic. It uses a single 12V rail unlike the CX600. It may be a non modular PSU compared to the CX600 but a 500-600W is not going to have that much wires anyways and you can always tuck it in the back.
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May 15, 2013 5:55:03 AM

boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)


get rid of the junk PSU and you will be good


What's wrong with the PSU?


It may be Corsair branded but it is on the lower side of some PSUs. It is meant for budget and i mean a very small budget computers since you can usually find it around $20 with rebate. At the price you are getting it, just an absolute no. the XFX 550 is a cleaner and stronger PSU and is an OEM of Seasonic. It uses a single 12V rail unlike the CX600. It may be a non modular PSU compared to the CX600 but a 500-600W is not going to have that much wires anyways and you can always tuck it in the back.


The CX600M has "A dedicated single +12V rail offers maximum compatibility with the latest components", it's 85% energy efficiency and you get a 3 year warranty. The CX750M has been approved for Haswell, so I would guess that the CX600M will soon be too, I really seen no problem with it.
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May 15, 2013 12:51:09 PM

SamGriffiths said:
boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
boulbox said:
SamGriffiths said:
I know you said you want Intel and Nvidia but this would be a lot faster, even more so if you're running 2 screens at 1080p and multi-tasking.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.19 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($65.81 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($56.61 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1103.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-14 11:23 EDT-0400)


get rid of the junk PSU and you will be good


What's wrong with the PSU?


It may be Corsair branded but it is on the lower side of some PSUs. It is meant for budget and i mean a very small budget computers since you can usually find it around $20 with rebate. At the price you are getting it, just an absolute no. the XFX 550 is a cleaner and stronger PSU and is an OEM of Seasonic. It uses a single 12V rail unlike the CX600. It may be a non modular PSU compared to the CX600 but a 500-600W is not going to have that much wires anyways and you can always tuck it in the back.


The CX600M has "A dedicated single +12V rail offers maximum compatibility with the latest components", it's 85% energy efficiency and you get a 3 year warranty. The CX750M has been approved for Haswell, so I would guess that the CX600M will soon be too, I really seen no problem with it.


Like i said, CX is for very low budget builds and should be bought when it is on sale. The price it is at right now, you can get much better PSUs

For example
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/rosewill-power-supply-hive...
a decent CPU and has atx12v/eps12v which has gives cleaner power to the system.

and
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb...
which is a better PSU overall vs the CX series.
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