Which Configuration is Better for Gaming an Multimedia?

Griffin832

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I am new to configuring PC's and I have finally come up with the final two builds that I need to chose between. My main goal for this PC is to be able to run ANY game at MAX settings at 1080p with a steady 60+ FPS. I will also be using it for lots of school work, (As I am only 13) such as video editing and programming. Please chose what configuration you believe is better and if you feel the need to make a change to a configuration feel free to do so. Please note: Price is NOT an issue! (THANKS in advance!) ALSO! I am not sure how many Watts of power I need in my PSU for either of these builds, I am interested in overclocking, so if you wouldn't mind telling me a good PSU and Wattage that would be much appreciated!

Configuration 1:

Case: Rosewill Thor V2 Gaming Case
CPU: i7 - 3770k
CPU Cooler: Corsair Hydro Series H60 Liquid CPU Cooling System
RAM: 16gb Corsair Vengance 1600mhz
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 2GB EVGA Superclocked
Motherboard: ASUS Sabertooth Z77
PSU: ???

Configuration 2:

Case: Rosewill Thor V2 Gaming Case
CPU: i7 - 4770k
CPU Cooler: Corsair Hydro Series H60 Liquid CPU Cooling System
RAM: 16gb Corsair Vengeance 1600mhz
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 2GB EVGA Superclocked
Motherboard: ASUS Z87 Deluxe
PSU: ???
 
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I would go with the second configuration. The processor is newer and the whole configuration is only a little bit more expensive than the first configuration. I would go with the Corsair cx600 or cx600m if you want a semi-modular power supply. Both of those should be able to handle your system. If you think you need some power, you could go with the cx750m and xfx also has some 650w and 750w power supplies that could power your system.

TheGreatMage

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I would go with the second configuration. The processor is newer and the whole configuration is only a little bit more expensive than the first configuration. I would go with the Corsair cx600 or cx600m if you want a semi-modular power supply. Both of those should be able to handle your system. If you think you need some power, you could go with the cx750m and xfx also has some 650w and 750w power supplies that could power your system.
 
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