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Looking for the best possible FUTURE PROOF gaming rig for $1200. I understand technology always grows and things go outdated but I just want this build to last 4+ years if possible. This build will primarily be used for gaming (BF4, SWTOR, and future games) and video editing (Sony Vegas, After Effects). Don't have a big preference for parts, Performance>Money. If you can manage to fit a 24' HD monitor in to the build that would be sweet, if not its fine. I don't need:Mouse, Keyboard, Speakers, and Windows.
 
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This build took a while, but it is definitely future proof. Unfortuantley I couldn't fit the monitor in for under 1200, but the monitor is the best one I could find for the features it had ( ISP, LED, 23.8', HDMI, etc.). Here it is:

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CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5g Thermal Paste ($2.25 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($94.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X...
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This build took a while, but it is definitely future proof. Unfortuantley I couldn't fit the monitor in for under 1200, but the monitor is the best one I could find for the features it had ( ISP, LED, 23.8', HDMI, etc.). Here it is:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5g Thermal Paste ($2.25 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($94.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($58.65 @ Newegg)
Storage: PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($62.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($393.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($65.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VN248H 23.8" Monitor ($180.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1221.78
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-22 00:22 EDT-0400)
 
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Couldn't fit a monitor into it.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1uP7Z
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1uP7Z/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1uP7Z/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($103.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($62.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Antec Nine Hundred ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic M12II 850W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1167.13
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-22 00:27 EDT-0400)
 
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Both of these builds look solid guys, really appreciate your input! I just ask, what are the cons and pros with intel vs amd. I hear AMD will be the better option for future games, anyone wish to elaborate on why this is?
 
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Well actually, intel will be the better option for the future. If you are planning to upgrade it for long term use, then I would save some money and put it into this build:
[P.S, I forgot to add a case to the last build so you can use the same one as in this build here:]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Thermal Compound: Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5g Thermal Paste ($2.25 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($59.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($62.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($393.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 922 ATX Mid Tower Case ($92.19 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX750B BRONZE 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VN248H 23.8" Monitor ($180.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1373.83
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-22 01:08 EDT-0400)
 
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