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r7 265 build March 2014

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  • Overclocking
  • hd 7850
  • RAM
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  • Playstation 4
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  • r7 265
  • micro atx
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  • Asus M5A78L-M/USB3
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March 4, 2014 10:09:23 PM

Here is my build list from pc part picker. http://pcpartpicker.com/p/34pak
I want to use the r7 265 GPU instead of the 7850 but its not an available choice on the site yet. The memory also doesn't matter, I just want 2x4gb 1866 cheap.My plan is to OC the fx 6300 to 4.4Ghz. Is this possible with this setup? FYI i will be using this for gaming and will use my 60" plasma as the monitor. I have a budget of less than $600, so any suggestions to cut costs would be helpful.

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March 4, 2014 10:14:26 PM

Are you getting everything from amazon on purpose? That is not a good power supply. You can save money by getting 1600mhz RAM as there would be ZERO difference in performance between 1600 and 1866.
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March 4, 2014 10:15:16 PM

Oh and the R7-265 is "supposed' to be $150 at launch but I'll believe it when I see it.
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March 4, 2014 10:21:34 PM

everything from amazon? I only see 2 items on the list from amazon. What would you suggest for PSU? Is that true about the RAM? I heard the same about the r7 265 but with this price hike on all GPUs, who knows.
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March 4, 2014 10:39:49 PM

Ah I see. The all amazon thing was on my end from the last person I was helping. Yes there is no reason to pay extra for faster RAM unless you are relying on a cpu's igpu.
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March 4, 2014 10:56:56 PM

Here I changed a few things around. Better psu. Much better motherboard. Bigger case. About the same price as you had. No video card since the r7 265 isn't there yet.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/34qcV
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/34qcV/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/34qcV/benchmarks/

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($113.48 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI 970A-G46 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($69.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Kingston XMP Blu Red Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.00 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $405.41
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-05 01:56 EST-0500)
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March 5, 2014 5:50:08 AM

I apologize, I guess I was not clear enough in my description. I want to use a mini atx case only. Basically I'm trying to build something that will be able to play the upcoming games for the ps4 (pc ports). I haven't had a stationary computer (been using Lenovo thinkpads) in ages since I always had ps1, ps2 and lastly ps3. This computer will replace my need to purchase a ps4 I'm hoping.

I looked at your PSU suggestion and I am wondering if it is powerful (500w) enough to run the CPU oc at 4.4Ghz.

I checked out that ram you suggested and I definitely like the price.
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March 5, 2014 8:34:07 AM

Well here's the catch with wanting to use a FX6300 in a microATX case, there are no good microATX AM3+ motherboards available. You won't be overclocking that FX6300 at all. I recommend switching to fm2+ or just going to Intel.
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March 5, 2014 10:15:41 AM

CTurbo said:
Well here's the catch with wanting to use a FX6300 in a microATX case, there are no good microATX AM3+ motherboards available. You won't be overclocking that FX6300 at all. I recommend switching to fm2+ or just going to Intel.


I'm confused because the MOBO does have a 140W max, should be enough power, on it and I want to cite a source that used this MOBO for oc with the 6300. http://pcpartpicker.com/b/GUq So my question for you is, are you disagreeing with the case size or MOBO or both? What is your reasoning behind your argument, please elaborate. Also, could you please answer the PSU question I asked previously. Thanks
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March 5, 2014 6:44:49 PM

Yes 500w is enough for an overclocked FX6300 and a R7 265 if it's a good solid 80+ psu.

Officially you CAN overclock on that motherboard, but it is NOT a good motherboard to overclock on. The voltage regulator module does not have a heatsink, and has only 4+1 power phase. It's a bottom of the line budget 780 series motherboard. The motherboard and power supply are the LAST two components that you want to skimp out on. A 970 series is recommended for decent overclocks and a 990FX series is recommended for extreme overclocks. Problem is, you can't find a 970 or 990FX series mobo in the microATX form factor. The AM3+ socket is the only socket that I can't recommend in the microATX form factor. Otherwise, I'm a big fan of microATX builds. Other people on here criticize them immediately, but the truth is that are 99.99999% as good as the full ATX in every other socket, but AM3+.

So to sum up, I would not dare touch the voltage on any 780 series motherboard so overclocking will be severely limited without bumping the voltage.
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March 6, 2014 1:20:30 PM

CTurbo said:
Yes 500w is enough for an overclocked FX6300 and a R7 265 if it's a good solid 80+ psu.

Officially you CAN overclock on that motherboard, but it is NOT a good motherboard to overclock on. The voltage regulator module does not have a heatsink, and has only 4+1 power phase. It's a bottom of the line budget 780 series motherboard. The motherboard and power supply are the LAST two components that you want to skimp out on. A 970 series is recommended for decent overclocks and a 990FX series is recommended for extreme overclocks. Problem is, you can't find a 970 or 990FX series mobo in the microATX form factor. The AM3+ socket is the only socket that I can't recommend in the microATX form factor. Otherwise, I'm a big fan of microATX builds. Other people on here criticize them immediately, but the truth is that are 99.99999% as good as the full ATX in every other socket, but AM3+.

So to sum up, I would not dare touch the voltage on any 780 series motherboard so overclocking will be severely limited without bumping the voltage.


So basically if I want to oc then I need to sacrifice the smaller size and go for a full atx board and case. If i were to go with the 970 series such as ASRock 970 Extreme3 R2.0 then what would my stable oc be?

What about 4.2ghz on the Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB instead of Asus M5A78l-M/U3?

On a sidenote: CAS 7 or CAS 9 for 1600 ram, keep in mind I'm using it for gaming.
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March 6, 2014 7:24:20 PM

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So basically if I want to oc then I need to sacrifice the smaller size and go for a full atx board and case.


Yes.

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If i were to go with the 970 series such as ASRock 970 Extreme3 R2.0 then what would my stable oc be?


Sorry I cannot quote estimated OCs because there are too many variables.

The lower the CAS on RAM, the better, but don't pay a lot extra for 9 over 7.
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