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sd_fuller

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Hi all. I am building my first PC with the help of a hobbyist friend of mine and would welcome some feedback on my parts list.

I will be using this PC for mostly to play MMOs, such as WoW, GW2 and the upcoming Wildstar. I want to be able to max out the setting for raiding and to appreciate all the games have to offer. I have been playing on an iMac for most of my gaming career, but now think it would be fun to build a dedicated system.

My budget is between $1000-$1500 excluding the monitor.

I realize there there is always something new around the corner and don't need the latest and greatest, but that said I can afford to get what I need. Any comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/11eVB

Thanks in advance.
 
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Madn3ss795

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Same case style, quite overkill but should give you bragging rights:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($22.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($219.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($100.98 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($387.86 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define XL R2 (Titanium Grey) ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG BH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($68.20 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1320.96
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-02 23:18 EDT-0400)
 
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sd_fuller

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Thank you so much for your reply. For my own education/knowledge, can you share why you chose the parts you changed?

Thanks again, Scott
 
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Madn3ss795

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newer platform ( LGA1150 ) to make it easier to upgrade later. Much better SSD and VGA. More storage capacity ( you don't really need a super fast HDD like the WD Black when you already own a SSD ). PSU might be overkill but there was a deal for that PSU and higher wattage rate can't hurt your PC. As for case, the Fractal R2 offer better cable management and air flow while being cheaper and still has that sleek look.
 
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sd_fuller

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Awesome, thanks. One thing I realize I didn't mention is I am also (when possible) trying to look for quieter options - which was why I chose the case I did. I will for sure take another look at the Fractal R2 as well. I also saw some research on this site about Nvidia cards working much better for WoW than AMD - has that been your experience as well? Thanks again.
 
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