Double Check For Gaming PC For Tomorrow, Help Needed, Thank You

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Matthew Slagle

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Nov 29, 2013
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Alright, I spent a lot of time tonight configuring the build and I just need help now figuring out wealthier the parts will be compatible to each other and if they would be good in 2 years from now.
Build:
CPU: Intel Core i5-3470 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-I Deluxe Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard ($141.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital WD Blue 1TB 2.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card ($205.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec EarthWatts Green 380W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($48.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $849.83
-Thanks
 
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quilciri
1. I strongly recommend a higher wattage PSU, 380w barely sustains your systems max load (325w). 500w will support your system well. I recommend Seasonic, XFX, Antec HCG series, or corsair AX (there are others, but that's a good short list to start from)

2. You have a mini-ITX board with an ATX case. What do you want here? Mini-ITX boards are for making tiny PC's. If that's what you want, you also need a mini-ITX case. If you want a regular sized PC, use an ATX board. You'll get more features and better thermals for your money.
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quilciri

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1. I strongly recommend a higher wattage PSU, 380w barely sustains your systems max load (325w). 500w will support your system well. I recommend Seasonic, XFX, Antec HCG series, or corsair AX (there are others, but that's a good short list to start from)

2. You have a mini-ITX board with an ATX case. What do you want here? Mini-ITX boards are for making tiny PC's. If that's what you want, you also need a mini-ITX case. If you want a regular sized PC, use an ATX board. You'll get more features and better thermals for your money.
 
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Matthew Slagle

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What do you recommend for the board (About the same price for the Mini-ITX board, if possible)?
 
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