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Raihanp

Raihanp

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This is my build. I'm trying to keep it under £700 including a monitor. Do i need a 500w PSU or could i go as low as 430W. Are there any motherboard i could get that are cheaper but just as reliable. I'm fine with 320GB storage space. I'm not planning on overclocking so do i need an aftermarket CPU cooler. Is the stock AMD one sufficient. I'm intending to use this PC for gaming.

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/RaihanP/saved/1PzP
 
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sourodip
nice build bro, by the way don't forget to get an after cpu cooler like Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO and u will need the CX500W as the hd7870 require two pci-e connectors. the CX430 has only on e pci-e connector whereas the CX500 has 2x6+2 pin pci-e connectors.
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robnof

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Your build looks good. I'd keep the 500w psu just for the additional headroom. That setup will probably need a minimum of 375-400w.
 
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nice build bro, by the way don't forget to get an after cpu cooler like Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO and u will need the CX500W as the hd7870 require two pci-e connectors. the CX430 has only on e pci-e connector whereas the CX500 has 2x6+2 pin pci-e connectors.
 
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theProbe

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Never spend more for a MOBO then on a CPU. That's my logic when building PC's unless you plan a fast upgrade. Also, Asus is one of the priciest manufacturers in general when it comes to pc components so if your on a tight budget like you are, get some gigabyte, msi or asrock mobo.
 
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