Help building my new gaming computer, compatible with Mac Os X

Gerry Alonso · Dec 14, 2013

I am new on this, I've selected some components and I want your opinion. I haven't choosen a PSU, idk how to decide, and I want to know if it is compatible with Mac Os X mavericks
What should I add, quit or change?

Components:

-Intel core i5 4430 or 4440 (wich one is better, Price - Performance?)
-GeForce GTX 660 2GB or GTX 560 Ti 1GB
-Asus GRYPHON Z87
-HD SATA3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM WD10EZEX - WESTERN DIGITAL
-SSD SATA3 120GB 2.5" SSD HYPERX 3K KINGSTON (optional)
-(x2) DDR3 4GB 1600MHZ CMZ4GX3M1A1600C9 - CORSAIR
-Cooler Master Haf 922 chassis
-Dell Ultrasharp monitor 21.5”

varun_02 · Dec 14, 2013

What is your budget?

Gerry Alonso · Dec 14, 2013

varun_02 :

Something around $1400-1500

Typolo · Dec 14, 2013

For building you own Mac consult pages like this one:
http://www.tonymacx86.com/section/295-customac.html
They have parts known to be compatible with the different versions of OS X

filippi · Dec 14, 2013

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H87-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($104.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($98.99 @ Mac Mall)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($329.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($21.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus VS24AH-P 24.0" Monitor ($229.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1235.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-14 15:52 EST-0500)

Gerry Alonso · Dec 14, 2013

But how do I choose a PSU

Typolo · Dec 14, 2013

the power supply needs to have adequate wattage for the componets. If you google 'psu calculator' you will find various resources for this. You also want an 80+ certified psu like filippi has ^.
I would recommend Corsair for power supplies and the one filippi selected would be a great choice unless you want an even more efficient (and expense) psu

filippi · Dec 14, 2013

Typolo is right. That Corsair CX600M will be enough for your build. If you want a more efficient PSU i would suggest this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80+ Silver Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $74.99
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-14 19:37 EST-0500)

Gerry Alonso · Dec 15, 2013

and intel i5 4440, 4430 or 4570?
also I need it to be as cheap as possible wich one should i buy: GTX 560, 560ti, 660?

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