Is this a good gaming computer?

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NoLifeGamer

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I'm building a computer but don't want to buy the parts online unless I absolutely have to so I went to Fry's electronics told them what I wanted and here's the list they gave me of parts but I don't know anything about computers so I'll ask you guys if this is worth it or a rip off sorry if this has a bunch of useless info but I can't tell the difference.

AMD FX-8350, AM3+ Socket, 125W; 4.0Ghz; 8MB Cache, Eight Core Processor
Asus Sabertooth 990FX R2, AMD990FX+SB950 (AM3+CPU), 4DIMM DDR3 (up 1866MHZ), 4 way CFX or SLI
DDR3 16GB 1600MHz DUAL B, (2X8GB MODULES) CL10, H/S BLACK
Corsair AX 850w, 80 Plus Gold, Single +12V rail, Modular
Win 7 Pro OEM 64bit SP1
ASUS AMD HD7870 2GB, GPU Boost Clock: 1000MHz, Direct CUII, Cooking, HD7870-DC2-2GD5 V5

Not sure if a specific case has to be bought for this but that's what they gave me a quote on.
EDIT: I'm also using the computer to recored, edit, and upload videos.
 
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That is a great looking build, however you could save some money by going with 8GB of ram instead of 16. 16 is not needed for a gaming computer. Also, do you have any idea what brand?

That PSU is also top-notch, but also top dollar and you have no need for a 850Watt power supply for a single GPU configuration.

If you were to change those two you could probably save enough money to get a 7950 which would out perform the 7870.


Other than that it is not bad. What did they quote youon it?
 
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Those are all good components. For gaming, it should provide good frame rates at 1080p with max/near max settings in most games. The PSU is of good quality and of proper size for adding a 2nd card in Crossfire if it ever comes to that. 16GB is more than needed for gaming, but may come in handy for other things.
 
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You have a CPU that is better for video editing. I would think about an Intel i5 which is the best cpu for gaming without question. Get one of these:

Intel Core i5-4670K Haswell 3.4GHz LGA 1150 84W Quad-Core $249
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116899

Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 77W Quad-Core $219
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116504

Just remember is you go the newer Intel cpu its a socket 1150 and get a mobo that fits that socket.
 
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But with this comes a significantly higher price. However this would be ideal if the budget allows.
 
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The quote came out to $1,236.52 and are you sure because I'm going to recored and livestream while playing the game.

 
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Yes I'm editing, recording, and uploading videos.
 
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Nope 1,236.52 but when it's all done I'm expecting it to hit around there, got any suggestions on what I could replace without seeing to much of a change?
 
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But Intel Motherboards are typically more expensive, so you have that increase in cost as well.

That also seems like an awfully steep quote with a 7870 and no monitor or other accessories. But then again, computer shops typically charge a lot for labor for some reason.
 
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