$399 for i5 4670k + MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate. Good Deal?

Aaron Paul

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So i'm still learning a lot about how to choose components for my pc and i found a processor/motherboard bundle online for $399. The processor is a 3.4Ghz i5 4670k and the motherboard is a MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate. is this a good deal? or is the cheap motherboard going to somehow hold back the speed of the CPU? also, if i were to get this bundle, what kind of graphics card would you recommend? maybe suggest two or three from different price brackets? much thanks in advance for any help!
 
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That's overpriced, at least if you're in the US. The CPU is about $220, and the MB about $107. That's nowhere near $399.

I'd suggest getting a GA-Z87X-D3H or ASRock Z87 Extreme4.

760 or 770 for the GPU.