Keep Upgrading this Rig or Scrap?

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TheYoshi

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So I've been going back and forth between the two choices on my July of 2013 build. The build is not the best and I know that since that was my first build. The reasons why I might want to scrap is because it has a 600 series GPU, a PSU that might be unstable or it's just me moving the pc a lot, and the computer not recognizing 1 of the sticks of RAM.

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CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($109.99 @ Staples)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($215.66 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($88.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: LG IPS224V-PN 21.5" Monitor ($157.57 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1175.12
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-04 00:04 EST-0500)

I was wondering on what your guy's opinions might be on it, and mind you if I was to scrap this build and sell it I already have a build in mind.
 
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It's not really worth selling this and rebuilding a new one. Honestly, a lot of these parts are still very good. The i5-3570k can still play all games at max settings with a good gpu and the motherboard and cpu cooler allows for decent overclocking. 8gb of ram is still plenty and the SSD and HDD are still fast and reliable. The case is high quality and can withstand any upgrades with good cooling, same with the psu. The weakest link is the GPU, so if you really want to upgrade I would just sell the GTX 660 and buy a stronger gpu like a GTX 770 or something.
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It's not really worth selling this and rebuilding a new one. Honestly, a lot of these parts are still very good. The i5-3570k can still play all games at max settings with a good gpu and the motherboard and cpu cooler allows for decent overclocking. 8gb of ram is still plenty and the SSD and HDD are still fast and reliable. The case is high quality and can withstand any upgrades with good cooling, same with the psu. The weakest link is the GPU, so if you really want to upgrade I would just sell the GTX 660 and buy a stronger gpu like a GTX 770 or something.
 
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TheYoshi

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Thanks for your input :D Do you have any input on why the Motherboard would powerdown the system due to power surge and also why the RAM is only recognizing 1 stick?
 
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TheYoshi

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I plan on getting an Asus monitor with a lower ms rather than 14ms for gaming. I also wanted to get another one of these for Triple monitor set up but alas the only thing stopping me is money :p
 
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TheYoshi

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Well thanks for your input guy's :D I'll probably upgrade to a GTX 770 once my dad buys my 660,buy a gaming monitor, and buy another SSD.Also it slows me down a lot as I'm only 14 :p
 
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