Trying to reduce price for medium gaming computer

Sal123

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Hello everyone, after a good amount of researching I have chosen these parts. Can you guys make sure that everything is compatible like the mobo and cpu. And will my case support all these parts. I would also know if I could get a cheaper processor or any other parts that would still be compatible with all my other parts.

Corsair Enthusiast Series 650-Watt 80 Plus Bronze Certified Power Supply Compatible with Core i3, i5, i7 and platforms - TX650 - Corsair
$89.99

EVGA GeForce GTX 660 SUPERCLOCKED 2048MB GDDR5 DVI HDMI DP Graphics Card 02G-P4-2662-KR - EVGA
$197.99

Corsair Carbide Series Black 300R Mid-Tower Computer Case (CC-9011014-WW) - Corsair
$79.99

Gigabyte Intel Z77 LGA 1155 AMD CrossFireX/NVIDIA SLI W/ HDMI,DVI,DispayPort Dual UEFI BIOS ATX Motherboard GA-Z77X-UD3H - Gigabyte
$139.99

Cooler Master RR-212E-20PK-R2 Aluminum HYPER 212 EVO CPU Cooler for Intel AMD Heatpipe - Coolermaster
$32.15

Intel Core i5-3570K Quad-Core Processor 3.4 GHz 4 Core LGA 1155 - BX80637I53570K - Intel
$219.99

Corsair Vengeance 8 GB ( 2 x 4 GB ) DDR3 1600 MHz (PC3 12800) 240-Pin DDR3 Memory Kit for Core i3, i5, i7 and Platforms SDRAM CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9 - Corsair
$66.99

WD Blue 1 TB Desktop Hard Drive: 3.5 Inch, 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64 MB Cache - WD10EZEX - Western Digital

Total: $900

Again, I am basically asking you guys if all my parts are compatible and will they fit in my case, and if I am overpaying for any of these parts. This computer is not meant for hardcore gaming. I will mostly be playing games like minecraft and counter strike. But I wanted a computer that could handle games like bf3 if I ever wanted to play them. Thankyou :3 and if you are recommending other cheaper parts pleas make sure it will be compatible with the other ones I listed.

EDIT EDIT EDIT

I found a cheaper cpu at microcenter. Will this processor still be compatible with my mobo and everything else:

http://www.microcenter.com/product/388577/Core_i5_3570K_34GHz_LGA_1155_Processor
 

fulge1638

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DO you have a microcenter nearby? they have the i5 3570k for 179 and you get 40$ off any mobo if you by it at the same time... Also if you're not going to overclock, then the stock cpu cooler should be good.
 

Sal123

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I'm not going to overclock, but I just feel safer with a cpu cooler. But other than that i'm good right? If you didn't see the edit, im getting this processor:

http://www.microcenter.com/product/388577/Core_i5_3570K_34GHz_LGA_1155_Processor

Will it be compatible with my mobo and everything else?
 

Dr Yeti

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From what you've got there, thats a pretty solid barebones. I'd tweak a few things to save some $$.

Case: Rosewill Redbone U3 (44.99 on sale @ newegg)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147160

Powersupply: Antec Earthwatts 650 ($69 on sale @ newegg)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371044&IsVirtualParent=1

CPU/Mobo Combo: i5 3570k + ASUS P8Z77-V LK LGA 1155 ($305 w/ combo @ newegg)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1322808

HD: WD Blue 1TB ($65 on sale)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822236339

With the other parts you selected, im getting ~790 for that build. Hows saving $110 sound?
 

4745454b

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You can change your PSU and case. For example this EA500 Green saves you $30.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371063

And this Carbide 200R is $50, and has a $10 rebate as well.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139018

Use that MC deal or see if there are any combos right now. I bought my 3570K and Gigabyte Z77-UD4H at the same time and saved $60. This can get you either $100 or so in savings, or possible get you a 660TI instead of the 660.

Edited to include link.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139018

 

Sal123

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Yeti your amazing! I think I like your case better :D Although i'm not sure what will be cheaper. Your cpu and mobo combo or me going to microcenter and buying them. I'll do some more research :3
 

Dr Yeti

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Microcenter is a better deal IF there is one around you. Check their site to see if you can get there. If not, then I stand by my build. However, if i were you and your willing to put in a bit more money to really pump up the gaming ability, you should invest in the powercolor 7870LE Myst edition ($230 after rebate).

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131484&Tpk=powercolor%20myst&IsVirtualParent=1

I have one in my machine. Its a beast of a card and Tom's puts it at their best bang for your buck card.

Good luck!
 

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