Is this PC build good for a 550$ budget?

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Nigibh Kumar

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These are pretty much all the components:
http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=8219487&CatId=4910

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4501123

Are there any compatibility or bottlenecking issues? I have searched a lot and this looks like a really nice deal. I am on a very slim budget, 500-550. I just want to know if this is near the best possible build for my price range, and no, I am not willing to switch to an AMD build, as intel builds are usually a bit higher quality, if pricier. This is a 1st attempt at a cheap gaming build, also I would like a high potential for upgradability which is why i like the above Mobo in the link.
 
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No. First of all, no graphics card is included. If this is not for gaming, that's ok, but overpriced. If it is for games, you'll need at least another $100 for a HD7770, and most people will tell you that $200 is more realistic for a good gaming card.
Second, the PSU is fecal, AND they lie about it. The pictured Thermaltake has a little voltage switch on it, indicating an obsolete, inefficient design with no Active PFC, yet the text claims the PSU has Active PFC. Likely good for a fraction of its claimed wattage, it will run this system just fine with no graphics card, then choke and possible croak if you add a decent card like a HD7870.
 
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Nigibh Kumar

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hmmm, I may be misinformed, but mainly because it is a recent part and it will support future cpu gens. Am I incorrect here? I did research the PSU further after Onus' comment, and reviews are mixed. Im not sure where to go, as I am on a slim budget and this is one of the better deals for my price range.
 
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GhislainG

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The motherboard will support socket 1150 processors, but it may not be best if you ever want to use a K processor and overclock it. Select a motherboard for your current requirements because you'll probably buy a new one when upgrading.

Onus is correct about the PSU. Stay away from any PSU that has a 115-230V switch because their design is old and inefficient. A good PSU with active PFC should not require a voltage selection switch.
 
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