Is this build future proof? Can it run bf4?

Nitrosock · Apr 25, 2014

Hi guys, Cyberpowerpc is having a sale and I decided to configure a PC. It's my first time, but is this build good? I can't make my own, but i'd like to play BF4 and have it last through college. Thanks!

*BASE_PRICE: [+889]
BLUETOOTH: None
CAS: CYBERPOWERPC X-Saber w/ USB 3.0, Large Side Panel Window (Black with Red LED)
CASUPGRADE: None
CD: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive [-25] (BLACK COLOR)
CD2: None
COOLANT: Standard Coolant
CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.00 GHz Eight-Core AM3+ CPU 8MB L2 Cache & Turbo Core Technology [+66]
CS_FAN: Maximum 120MM Case Cooling Fans for your selected case [+9]
FAN: Asetek 550LC 120mm Liquid Cooling CPU Cooler - Enhance Cooling Performance [+18] (Single Standard 120MM Fan)
HDD: 2TB (2TBx1) SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 64MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Drive)
HDD2: 256GB ADATA SP600 SATA-III 6.0Gb/s SSD - 540MB/s Read & 290MB/s Write [+143] (Single Drive)
IUSB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports
KEYBOARD: AZZA Multimedia USB Gaming Keyboard
MEMORY: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory (Corsair or Major Brand)
MOTHERBOARD: * ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 AMD 970 ATX w/ GbLAN, 2 Gen2 PCIe x16, 2 PCIe x1, 2 PCI [+29]
MOUSE: AZZA Optical 1600dpi Gaming Mouse with Weight Adjustable Cartridge
NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
OS: * Microsoft® Windows 8.1 (64-bit Edition) + Office 365 FREE 30 Days Trial
OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking
POWERSUPPLY: 800 Watts - Standard 80 Plus Certified Power Supply - SLI/CrossFireX Ready [+17]

SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
SPEAKERS: None
VIDEO: AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 Video Card [+14] (Major Brand Powered by AMD)
WNC: None
_PRICE: (+1160)

TechCIDLC · Apr 25, 2014

Would get this build instead:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($141.98 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($346.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1154.86
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-25 17:33 EDT-0400)

hapkido · Apr 25, 2014

There is no such thing as a future-proof build because we can't predict the future.

Don't buy a pre-built -- you'll get a lot more value building your own. Even if you insist on buying pre-built for some reason, you'd be spending $271 on a GPU that costs $260 and not getting the 3 free games with it.

All it takes to build a PC is maybe some help picking out parts, a screwdriver, and some patience. It's literally as easy as putting tab A into slot B. I really, really, really encourage you to build your own.

bigshootr8 · Apr 25, 2014

Are you unable to build your own? Would you be willing to learn to get it done or would you just prefer to have someone do it for you like a cyberpower? My feedback is down below. I don't like pre-built systems and I listed why below. Also future proof is something that doesn't exist you can never predict how things will pan out. I can say though you can normally gauge how long something will be useful. Of late CPU's haven't really progressed significantly. I have a i5 2500k its 3-4 years old now and it can handle everything I need it to and probably another year or two more I'd be fine although I'll upgrade by then anyway. GPU's are different you may get a game that will be super taxing a year from now that will destroy a current card because it doesn't have the horses. Hard drives haven't changed much can't see that being a game breaker. And memory at some point is moving to DDR4 which may change the landscape of memory but WHO knows.

CPU: The CPU is fine however I would of preferred a i5 platform myself.
Memory:Standard 1600 8 gigabyte kit whether single or dual channel is fine.
CPU Cooler: They are probably using a generic AIO water cooler which is fine.
Motherboard: Fine
Mouse/Keyboard: In this area I would exclude them. I would go out and purchase these items for yourself. They are very subjective and you could find something that fits you better I hate OEM peripherals that come with pre built machines.
Power Supply: Overkill with a capitol O you could go lower then that 550-650 Watts would be a sweet spot without really putting a strain on your unit.
Hard Drives: Don't include the SSD buy that on the side if you go with the pre built solution. By doing this you will lower cost and you can install that on your own plug it in and win. Just re install windows with a recovery disc which they should give you or you can create one of your own.

BnG · Apr 25, 2014

Not worth it... The AMD CPU screams for an OC... The motherboard (I have the exact same one) is the cheaper version of the m5a97 LE. The 2.0 is the one not suitable for a heavy OC...

I also find it funny you must pay over 1000+ and dont get at least a 280x

. They already cheaped out on an AMD CPU+MB and also cheap out on the GPU (280 instead of 280x).

You should check the PSU. If it is not Antec,Seasonic,XFX or a decent Corsair it is probably not very capable of holding a nice OC / SLI OC'ed.

I'd say do your homework (about 1-2 hours) and look up how to build on yourself. It is not that hard and a really fun experience.

I'd take TechCIDLC his build and change the following:
CPU to i5 3570k + Asrock Z77 Extreme 4 --> It is about $20-40 cheaper and gives pretty much the same/better performance when OC'ed. The 4670k runs a lot hotter and is less capable of a high OC. The extra OC you can get out of the 3570k should easily make up for the extra 7% of speed you are paying extra for for the 4670k.

The PSU could be changed to a Seasonic M12ii. You will never be running SLI on a 550w PSU with a decent GPU so there is no need for an 80+ plus gold PSU. The M12ii is modular + 80+ bronze and very reliable / cheaper.

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