So I need a new computer....this time I want to build as opposed to buying....I do all the basics and do enjoy gaming, not hardcore gaming but I do like to try out new games and want a build that can play any new game....I don't plan on overclocking, and don't see a need to have dual GPU's....looking to build an entire system for less then $1000. I want quality parts that are proven.
Looking for a good, budget build
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ingtar33
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can you elaborate a little more on what's important to you?
gaming at 1080p? Higher resolutions? multiple monitors? gaming for years to come without need for improvement of the system?
power use?
noise?
heat?
load times?
is this a "daily driver" or a "sports car"?
I ask because the 1000 price point is a tricky one. At that point i can build you an AMD system with all the bells and whistles, or an aggressive intel gaming system with less sparkle and features. or i can build you a nice silent/cool amd computer (though it would be hard to do that same for intel at that price point)
basically 1000 is right at the price point the most expensive and feature rich amd systems can be built, and some of the better gaming systems with an intel cpu can be built.
gaming at 1080p? Higher resolutions? multiple monitors? gaming for years to come without need for improvement of the system?
power use?
noise?
heat?
load times?
is this a "daily driver" or a "sports car"?
I ask because the 1000 price point is a tricky one. At that point i can build you an AMD system with all the bells and whistles, or an aggressive intel gaming system with less sparkle and features. or i can build you a nice silent/cool amd computer (though it would be hard to do that same for intel at that price point)
basically 1000 is right at the price point the most expensive and feature rich amd systems can be built, and some of the better gaming systems with an intel cpu can be built.
ingtar33
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($123.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($61.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($283.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($58.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS30 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1032.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-16 15:45 EDT-0400)
this is a mid-high quality build with a lot of single monitor 1080p gaming power, and all the bells and whistles.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z77A-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($61.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($279.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($58.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $998.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-16 15:36 EDT-0400)
an intel gaming build. not quite as feature rich but it will game a bit better then the AMD version.
CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($123.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($61.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($283.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($58.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS30 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1032.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-16 15:45 EDT-0400)
this is a mid-high quality build with a lot of single monitor 1080p gaming power, and all the bells and whistles.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: MSI Z77A-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($61.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($279.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($58.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $998.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-16 15:36 EDT-0400)
an intel gaming build. not quite as feature rich but it will game a bit better then the AMD version.
I think the term "Daily Driver" would apply best to me....I enjoy gaming but don't commit hours/day because I simply don't have the time. I also don't play MMO's or COD online, etc....I usually just play games like Far Cry 3 or Diablo 3.....I prefer Intel not sure if 3rd gen or 4th gen would be better for me, not using multiple monitors, or overclocking like I mentioned previously....I would prefer a system that doesn't need upgrading for years to come....My main focus is to buy quality, proven parts and build a PC that works for my needs
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