Gaming Computer Specs?

Jadian Van · Oct 1, 2013

Hi, this is my list from PC Part Picker that I chose, and I wanna know what you guys think for the price, and if it's worth it. My budget is 600, 700 MAX, this is over 600 so I'd like it if someone might be able to find a same, or better group of parts for cheaper, if not it's ok, just if it's good for the budget. Thanks!

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

Russel Johnson · Oct 1, 2013

Some Flaws:
You want at least a quad core for gaming.
An after market CPU cooler isn't necessary (You want to spend the most on GPU).
You have a MicroATX motherboard and a ATX Mid Tower?
Unnecessary amount of RAM.
Way more power than you need in a PSU.
You want a better GPU.

Here is a build I made with an 8-core processor and a decent GPU with plenty of upgrade room:
-Note: This build is $780, I assume you don't need to buy an OS since you have none on your list. So $690.
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($174.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.87 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $778.76
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-01 22:58 EDT-0400)

Jadian Van · Oct 1, 2013

Russel Johnson :

Some Flaws:
You want at least a quad core for gaming.
An after market CPU cooler isn't necessary (You want to spend the most on GPU).
You have a MicroATX motherboard and a ATX Mid Tower?
Unnecessary amount of RAM.
Way more power than you need in a PSU.
You want a better GPU.

Here is a build I made with an 8-core processor and a decent GPU with plenty of upgrade room:
-Note: This build is $780, I assume you don't need to buy an OS since you have none on your list. So $690.
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu1r/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($174.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.87 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $778.76
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-01 22:58 EDT-0400)

But even without the OS, it goes over $700 without rebates,

fixer762 · Oct 1, 2013

Only suggestions I have

1) change the ram to low profile sticks to not interfere with cpu heat sinks

2) Get a Corsair or Seasonic power supply.
this corsair 650W, It is on sale for $75 until tomorrow only, then it goes back up to $130
http://us.ncix.com/products/?sku=90038&vpn=CP-9020030-NA%2FRF&manufacture=Corsair&promoid=1010

Russel Johnson · Oct 1, 2013

Jadian Van :

Forgot about that. Here is the same build but with a 6-core processor:
-This is $690 without rebates and an OS.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-6350 3.9GHz 6-Core Processor ($139.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.87 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $743.75
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-01 23:18 EDT-0400)

Jadian Van · Oct 1, 2013

Russel Johnson :

Jadian Van :

Forgot about that. Here is the same build but with a 6-core processor:
-This is $690 without rebates and an OS.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1yu0g/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-6350 3.9GHz 6-Core Processor ($139.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 EXTREME4 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($179.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 430W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($37.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.87 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $743.75
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-01 23:18 EDT-0400)

Can I ask what you think of this build? http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1JRvb

bignastyid · Oct 1, 2013

PSU is absolute garbage. 16Gb is way too much, especially for a budget system.

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

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI 970A-G46 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($249.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Antec One ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $674.91
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-01 23:35 EDT-0400)

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