First gaming PC build- much needed feedback

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

On a tight $1000-$1200 budget. I'm wanting the best quality build I can get for this price range. This build is strictly for gaming. Also, I was wondering if there would be any bottlenecking going on between these selected pieces.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1i8Cy

Feedback needed!

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

AMD are crud get this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116504 or something similar rest is good

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

are you planing to overclock?

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131979

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

the pc gamer :

Maybe, but nothing too heavy.

Also, are you sure about that Intel piece over the AMD? I had that AMD piece recommended over an Intel piece.

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

the pc gamer :

Nice motherboard, but it's sporting a lot of features that will be unused for me.

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

AMDs are not crud, they are a good budget alternative. Intel CPUs are "better" for gaming by getting higher benchmarks and such. But when seeking out a budget build, AMD takes the cake imo. First critique I have is that SSD. For 10 bucks less you could get the Samsung 840, one generation newer. I will also add that the Samsung 840 EVO is about to be released toting a 1TB SSD for 600 bucks. And while that is FAR to much for the budget minded gamers, that does mean that the price of 128 GB SSDs will inevitably go down!

Samsung 840, faster, cooler, whats not to want?

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

thecynicalmonk :

With this cheaper, and faster SSD, would you say that this is a solid build for my budget and intentions?

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

idontknowhowtobuild :

Ok, second and final critique. Get a SeaSonic power supply! You'll thank me later. I have the 520W model (Bronze rating) and I've even recieved compliments on Tom's for such a solid PSU. Remember, your PSU is the blood of your PC, make sure its quality! In my builds, my PSU is always top priority.

Either of these will be fine!

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

guy he will blow his power supply with yours that card requires a minimum of 500 watts 600 is way better his would die in 1-2 years

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

i mean urs

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

the pc gamer :

Didn't know about the minimum for the 760.

Here, easy fix and still cheaper than your current PSU!

The Corsair Builder series is crap compared to SeaSonic. Not saying its a horrible PSU, but its a 5/10 compared to any SeaSonic. That's not fanboy talk, that's fact. Read the reviews.

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

the pc gamer :

For the price vs performance aspect, I've been having trouble finding a reliable 600w psu for cheap.

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

idontknowhowtobuild :

See my above post dude, I gave you the best for price vs. performance.

random424232 · Jul 18, 2013

This whole AMD vs. Intel extremism is getting old. If it fits the person's budget and it's up-to-date technology, there's nothing wrong with either.

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

random424232 :

THANK YOU SIR!

+1 to cyanghost109 for maturity!

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

thecynicalmonk :

idontknowhowtobuild :

See my above post dude, I gave you the best for price vs. performance.

Very nice psu, thank you!

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

the pc gamer :

*sigh* please, lets not start this. I'm sure anyone you ask will agree that SeaSonic is one of the most solid PSUs on the market. Far better than Corsair...Which, might I add, PSUs aren't their main focus! And that alone would bother me.

Please widen your knowledge base and read up on your facts before throwing around stars and numbers.

Thanks.

Edit: The reason why I'm advising against the Corsair System Builder PSU is because I was advised against it multiple times by some very knowledgeable and active members here at Tom's. Don't shoot the messenger!

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

thecynicalmonk :

Swapped the PSU, and kept the SSD, because it has a 520MB/ read speed with a 320MB/s write speed.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ibPd

Is this a solid gaming build for the price?

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

idontknowhowtobuild :

thecynicalmonk :

Swapped the PSU, and kept the SSD, because it has a 520MB/ read speed with a 320MB/s write speed.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ibPd

Is this a solid gaming build for the price?

That sir is a beautiful machine if I ever saw one! Make sure to take pics and post benchmarks for us once you get it put together!

Happy building!
Monk out.

the pc gamer · Jul 18, 2013

yes its is psu go with what you think

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 18, 2013

Thank you all so much for the help! Buying and building will take a few weeks, but I would be more than happy to give pictures and benchmarks.

thecynicalmonk · Jul 18, 2013

idontknowhowtobuild :

Cheers mate! And good luck!

idontknowhowtobuild · Jul 22, 2013

Purchasing what I can today. The rest will follow in around a week.

First gaming PC build- much needed feedback

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