Another is this a good build thread... Thanks in advance.

[sla70r]

http://secure.newegg.com/Shopping/ShoppingCartPrintVersion.aspx

If you cant see it... can you tell me how to post it like I see others doing? Thanks!

 

[sla70r]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Eo3d
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Eo3d/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Eo3d/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($194.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($101.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (4 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Intel 335 Series 180GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($129.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($519.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Azza Solano 1000R ATX Full Tower Case ($114.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1311.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-01-20 10:37 EST-0500)


Also, I have Optical drive already... Monitor... and will get university windows 8. Thanks!

 

[sla70r]

Sorry forgot to add this would be mainly for gaming.

 

[sla70r]

Any help? Looking to order soon...

 

[Razor88]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($134.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($104.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($76.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($199.99 @ B&H)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($519.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1280.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-01-20 13:02 EST-0500)


I made a couple of changes. I changed the 8320 to an 8350 since I think it's much better value for money. You can always overclock the 8320 to get to 8350 levels and way beyond. I added a CPU cooler, since stock coolers suck in general. I also added a much better motherboard.I changed the SSD to a bigger one.I changed the overly expensive case to a more sensible one ( but you are free to change it). I also changed the PSU to a tried and tested one. Lastly I changed the RAM to a low profile option, so you won't have trouble fitting it under the cooler(it was also cheaper).

If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

 

[sla70r]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2Esf2/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($134.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($104.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($76.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($199.99 @ B&H)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($519.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1280.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-01-20 13:02 EST-0500)


I made a couple of changes. I changed the 8320 to an 8350 since I think it's much better value for money. You can always overclock the 8320 to get to 8350 levels and way beyond. I added a CPU cooler, since stock coolers suck in general. I also added a much better motherboard.I changed the SSD to a bigger one.I changed the overly expensive case to a more sensible one ( but you are free to change it). I also changed the PSU to a tried and tested one. Lastly I changed the RAM to a low profile option, so you won't have trouble fitting it under the cooler(it was also cheaper).

If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

Sorry my post was meant to be a reply.

Thanks .

Couple questions..

I dont mind spending a bit more on the processor... I want it to be really fast... Are there faster/better intels under 300?

Also, is the case roomy enough to have my bear claws move around with ease?

Lastly, is the power supply good cable management ?

Thanks!

 

[Razor88]

1. About the processor, I have to admit that I really dislike Intel (because of their business practices), so maybe pose that question to someone else for a less biased answer.

2. The case is quite big (for me) but if you want a bigger one, go ahead and change it, it's personal preference really.

https://i1.ytimg.com/vi/jjEAfqJVRyA/sddefault.jpg

3. The power supply is semi-modular, so the cables come separately and you only plug in what you need, so yes it has pretty good cable management.

 

[sla70r]

The PSU the OP picked is better, IMHO.

Also, I have an important question. What resolution will you be gaming at?

the standard 1080p , 19xx X 12xx Cant remember exactly...

Is something better out now that is also standard?

 

[sla70r]

1. About the processor, I have to admit that I really dislike Intel (because of their business practices), so maybe pose that question to someone else for a less biased answer.

2. The case is quite big (for me) but if you want a bigger one, go ahead and change it, it's personal preference really.

https://i1.ytimg.com/vi/jjEAfqJVRyA/sddefault.jpg

3. The power supply is semi-modular, so the cables come separately and you only plug in what you need, so yes it has pretty good cable management.

Yeah I got giant hands so the FULL ATX helps ... gets a bit more dusty it seems though...any suggestions on how to help keepdust out?

 

[Razor88]

The PSU the OP picked is better, IMHO.

Also, I have an important question. What resolution will you be gaming at?

Yeah you are right, I was not familiar with Rosewill PSU's but it seems it's on the same tier as the Antec, but it's gold certified and slightly more watts, so it'll probably be a better option.