$1000 Building First Gaming Computer, would like Help and Opinions

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Hi i'm planning on building a gaming computer with a budget of around $1000, This'll be the first one i've build and i was looking for opinions and help. I'm wanting something that's upgradable as well as lasting around 3 years.The main games that i'll be wanting it to play would be BF4 on around medium-high graphics with about 60FPS, ill also be playing games like GW2 with high graphics and a high FPS.

Here's the Build i have at the moment:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($84.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($189.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)

 
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TehCaucasianAsian

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For that kind of money, a GTX 660 isn't the best choice. If you got a slightly cheaper mother board and an AMD FX-6300 CPU you could squeeze in a GTX 770 or an AMD card with similar pricing and similar performance. The 660 is on par with an HD 7850/ slightly worse than an R9 270. You can play most games at high or ultra but the 770 is guaranteed ultra.
 
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Marcopolo123

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Almost everything maxed 1080p, 50-60+ fps



PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($109.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($89.79 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Hybrid Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Dell Small Business)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($509.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Source 220 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.67 @ OutletPC)
Total: $999.40
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-20 15:38 EDT-0400)
 
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I kinda did this when using the american version of parts picker and not the Australian one, so thanks, but i've worked this one out :)
 
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Just to let you know.....the door is still open for any questions/comments/concerns that you may have. And although you have things figured out, I went ahead and attached a link that addresses building the PC that best suits your needs while staying within the confines of your budget. I never miss an opportunity to learn more! Best wishes on your build! :D
 
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