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June 28, 2013 10:45:08 PM

I've changed my build up a bit until i was somewhat satisfied. My original budget was around 1500$ but I opted out for a little under 1350$. Since this is my first gaming build I just want someone to check over to make sure nothing is imbalanced or not being cheap in important places. Thanks!

Planning to add a up to date keyboard, mouse, ssd, and headphones later down the line.

**edit** I don't think that psu I have is truly compatible with haswell. Anyone know one that is?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper N520 43.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Zalman ZM - STG1 3.5g Thermal Paste ($6.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($139.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.39 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Galaxy GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Cooler Master GX 650W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($46.00 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($153.00 @ Newegg)
Other: XION Gaming Series XON-980-BK Black with RED LED Light Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ($69.99)
Total: $1210.30
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-29 02:17 EDT-0400)

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June 28, 2013 10:50:31 PM

dont think that gtx 770 is worth it. Your monitor is only 1080p so that 4gb will not be fully utilized. Recommend you get a 7970 for $150 less. Sure the gtx 770 OC is 10%-15% faster in most games, but it costs 50% more
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

But if you are set in getting the 770 then get another version. $60 for 2gb more ram is not worth it if you wont be using it.

Lastly. I would recommend you getting a different psu. Cooler master gets bad rap for their psu's. Maybe this particular model is good though. But for a build this expensive, dont skimp out on the power supply. My friend did and his computer fried after a few weeks. Luckily only the psu and his fans burnt.
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June 28, 2013 11:01:05 PM

Azn Cracker said:
dont think that gtx 770 is worth it. Your monitor is only 1080p so that 4gb will not be fully utilized. Recommend you get a 7970 for $150 less

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

But if you are set in getting the 770 then get another version. $60 for 2gb more ram is not worth it if you wont be using it.

Lastly. I would recommend you getting a different psu. Cooler master gets bad rap for their psu's. Maybe this particular model is good though. But for a build this expensive, dont skimp out on the power supply. My friend did and his computer fried after a few weeks. Luckily only the psu and his fans burnt.


I was dead set at getting the 4gb version but your right xD. Switched to a 2gb. I wanted nvidia mainly b/c of physx. Do you have another psu you could recommend. The 770 needs at least 600w,

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June 28, 2013 11:07:40 PM

kokoshi5 said:
Azn Cracker said:
dont think that gtx 770 is worth it. Your monitor is only 1080p so that 4gb will not be fully utilized. Recommend you get a 7970 for $150 less

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

But if you are set in getting the 770 then get another version. $60 for 2gb more ram is not worth it if you wont be using it.

Lastly. I would recommend you getting a different psu. Cooler master gets bad rap for their psu's. Maybe this particular model is good though. But for a build this expensive, dont skimp out on the power supply. My friend did and his computer fried after a few weeks. Luckily only the psu and his fans burnt.


I was dead set at getting the 4gb version but your right xD. Switched to a 2gb. I wanted nvidia mainly b/c of physx. Do you have another psu you could recommend. The 770 needs at least 600w,


http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

this xfx one is better. they are a trusted brand in power supply.

its only $60 after rebate, but get it fast because i think the deal expires in an hour :/ 
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June 28, 2013 11:09:29 PM

This is $25 cheaper with major upgrades in Case, MoBo, PSU, HD and faster RAM + $25 Hawken coupon .... not to mention some extreme combo deals

Case - $150 - Corsair 500R White http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?Ite...
$45 MIR
PSU - incl. w/ above - Corsair TX750 included with above

MoBo - $360 - ASUS Z87 Pro http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?Ite...
CPU - incl. w/ above - Intel Core i5-4670k Included w/ above and MoBo has built in wireless, $100 combo discount and $10 off w/ promo code Z87MB617, ends 6/30

RAM - $65 - (2 x 4GB) Muskin CAS 8 DDR3-1600 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
Free $25 Hawken in game credit w/ purchase, limited offe
Cooler - $30 - CM Hyper 212 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...


GFX - $400 - Gigabyte GTX 770 Windforce http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
GFX - Later - Same

HD - $95 Caviar Black 1TB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
SSD - - Samsung 840 Pro 128GB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

DVD Writer - $17 - Asus DVD Burner http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

Monitor - $129 Asus VH238H Black 23" http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

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June 28, 2013 11:14:41 PM

JackNaylorPE said:
Huge upgrade here for $20 more (($80 combo discount + $10 coupon code on MoBo)

MoBo - $360 - ASUS Z87 Pro http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?Ite...
CPU - incl. w/ above - Intel Core i5-4670k Included w/ above and MoBo has built in wireless, $100 combo discount and $10 off w/ promo code Z87MB617, ends 6/30


I'm getting these parts, but it's gonna be at a MUCH later date xD. I won't be able to take advantage of those good deals anytime soon lol.

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June 28, 2013 11:53:37 PM

Alright this is what I'm getting.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper N520 43.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Zalman ZM - STG1 3.5g Thermal Paste ($6.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($139.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.39 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($349.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Cooler Master GX 650W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($46.00 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($153.00 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Razer Arctosa Wired Standard Keyboard ($40.24 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Razer ABYSSUS Wired Optical Mouse ($31.99 @ Amazon)
Other: XION Gaming Series XON-980-BK Black with RED LED Light Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ($69.99)
Total: $1272.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-29 02:52 EDT-0400)
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June 29, 2013 7:49:04 AM

kokoshi5 said:
Alright this is what I'm getting.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper N520 43.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Zalman ZM - STG1 3.5g Thermal Paste ($6.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($139.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.39 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($349.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Cooler Master GX 650W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($46.00 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($153.00 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Razer Arctosa Wired Standard Keyboard ($40.24 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Razer ABYSSUS Wired Optical Mouse ($31.99 @ Amazon)
Other: XION Gaming Series XON-980-BK Black with RED LED Light Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ($69.99)
Total: $1272.53
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-29 02:52 EDT-0400)


hey! you decided to get the 7970. although you went with the ghz edition, which costs $50 more (you could simply overclock the normal version). Also I would still recommend you get a different power supply.
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June 29, 2013 7:49:57 AM

esco_sid said:
or get this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

GTX 670 for $289.99 after MIR+Free Metro Game its like 5% slower and way cheaper besides 7 series is just rebranded 6 series

yea so woulndt the gtx 760 be a better deal? its only $250
although i just looked at some bench marks and the gtx 670 is a tiny bit faster in most things
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