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April 20, 2014 12:49:25 PM

This is my first time building a PC, and honestly I'm pretty bad at knowing what parts and stuff to use. So far, my build is here: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3veWZ

I'm really only looking to run games like TF2, LoL, etc. for now, but I would like to be able to play other games as well.

I'm mostly looking for help on the mobo, I have no idea what to choose for that.
Suggestions in general would be very nice, and thanks for the help!

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April 20, 2014 12:57:08 PM

Theres really no need to use the Coolermaster Hyper with that cpu, just use the stock cooler.

Try to go with dual memory they are faster working in a dual channel.

I really dont see the point on going the with the 2gb version of that videocard, that card cant run all the games on ultra settings, and you will only use the extra 1gb if your monitor is using a bigger resolution than 1080p.

I would probably change the Psu to something like a CX500m from corsair.

You are spending alot of money on your case, i would rather have a cheap case with a high end gpu than a entry level gpu with a corsair case.

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April 20, 2014 12:58:39 PM

no need for the cpu cooler, the stock fan is fine for no overclock. perhaps take the money saved there and step up to an i5?

also you want 2 ram chips instead of one for dual channel mode, so get a 2x4gb kit.

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April 20, 2014 1:02:51 PM

Thanks for the tips, I'll work on this a bit more. Like I said, I don't know much, so I'd love to get as much help as possible :) 
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April 20, 2014 1:06:34 PM

I would add some $$$ and get system with quad core i5 :) 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock B85 Pro4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Video Card ($144.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $681.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-20 16:06 EDT-0400)
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April 20, 2014 1:12:48 PM

Thank you very much!
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April 20, 2014 1:14:52 PM

Brian Epstein said:
Thank you very much!


You're welcome :) 
If you have questions feel free to ask :) 
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