Need pc that can run wow on ultra settings

Sanders22 · May 13, 2014

I have a very old pc at the moment and I am in very much need of an upgrade. I am looking for a desktop that can run wow on the highest settings with no problem. Seeing how I won't be playing games that demand a lot, I don't need something insanely powerful. My budget is only around 600 at the moment. Can anyone help me with a pre-built pc that can do this for this price?

Dylzan · May 13, 2014

What currency?

Sanders22 · May 13, 2014

Dylzan · May 13, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.96 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H81M-HDS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($52.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: Kingston Fury Black Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 750 1GB Video Card ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Silverstone PS08B (Black) MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($36.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $593.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-13 06:53 EDT-0400)

Powerful CPU and 8GB of RAM due to MMOs normally needing them to be pretty strong.

EDIT: Just noticed you said prebuilt PC, sorry about that. I'm not sure on good american websites that do them.

Sanders22 · May 13, 2014

Yes, that all looks good but I really need a prebuilt because I don't trust myself with actually building it for obvious reasons.

Dylzan · May 13, 2014

Surely you know someone who knows about computers?

Sanders22 · May 13, 2014

If I did, I wouldn't be asking

Guest · Jul 11, 2014

Dylzan :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4430 3.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.96 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H81M-HDS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($52.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: Kingston Fury Black Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 750 1GB Video Card ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Silverstone PS08B (Black) MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($36.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $593.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-13 06:53 EDT-0400)

Powerful CPU and 8GB of RAM due to MMOs normally needing them to be pretty strong.

EDIT: Just noticed you said prebuilt PC, sorry about that. I'm not sure on good american websites that do them.

Hi Dylzan, I just found your PC build and am strongly considering to start ordering the parts. Are there any additional tips or info you could provide?? Thanks!

Dylzan · Jul 11, 2014

Dylzan :

Hi Dylzan, I just found your PC build and am strongly considering to start ordering the parts. Are there any additional tips or info you could provide?? Thanks!

For what purpose do you need it? The same as the OP?

Guest · Jul 14, 2014

Dylzan :

Correct. Primarily for World of Warcraft at the moment, with room to grow in the upcoming expansion. Perhaps down the line I will play some games on Steam, but WoW is my primary focus.

Again, I really like this build and the price. 8GB or RAM, 3.0 Ghz processing power/quad core processor and 1GB video card is more than I could imagine for only $600. The only thing I would wonder is whether or not I should dish out the extra cash for a 2GB video card.

ALSO: I don't know if this matters but I currently have a dual-monitor setup. One is DVI-D and the other is HDMI. However, I could probably swing 2 HDMI's for this new build. Does this require 2 video cards?

I've never build my own PC but I have the means and the confidence to do it. Any tips, hints etc in the build or buying parts would be helpful. I've created an account at pcpartpicker.com (username: puck20xx) and saved this build for reference. Thanks again!

Dylzan · Jul 15, 2014

Dylzan :

Correct. Primarily for World of Warcraft at the moment, with room to grow in the upcoming expansion. Perhaps down the line I will play some games on Steam, but WoW is my primary focus.

Again, I really like this build and the price. 8GB or RAM, 3.0 Ghz processing power/quad core processor and 1GB video card is more than I could imagine for only $600. The only thing I would wonder is whether or not I should dish out the extra cash for a 2GB video card.

ALSO: I don't know if this matters but I currently have a dual-monitor setup. One is DVI-D and the other is HDMI. However, I could probably swing 2 HDMI's for this new build. Does this require 2 video cards?

I've never build my own PC but I have the means and the confidence to do it. Any tips, hints etc in the build or buying parts would be helpful. I've created an account at pcpartpicker.com (username: puck20xx) and saved this build for reference. Thanks again!

You could get a 2GB card, but I'd recommend you get the 750 Ti 2GB instead (a bit more powerful).

Guest · Jul 15, 2014

Dylzan :

Correct. Primarily for World of Warcraft at the moment, with room to grow in the upcoming expansion. Perhaps down the line I will play some games on Steam, but WoW is my primary focus.

Again, I really like this build and the price. 8GB or RAM, 3.0 Ghz processing power/quad core processor and 1GB video card is more than I could imagine for only $600. The only thing I would wonder is whether or not I should dish out the extra cash for a 2GB video card.

ALSO: I don't know if this matters but I currently have a dual-monitor setup. One is DVI-D and the other is HDMI. However, I could probably swing 2 HDMI's for this new build. Does this require 2 video cards?

I've never build my own PC but I have the means and the confidence to do it. Any tips, hints etc in the build or buying parts would be helpful. I've created an account at pcpartpicker.com (username: puck20xx) and saved this build for reference. Thanks again!

You could get a 2GB card, but I'd recommend you get the 750 Ti 2GB instead (a bit more powerful).

Excellent. I'm ordering everything now. What are your thoughts on a cpu cooler?

tiny voices · Jul 15, 2014

You can do much better for that money. A gtx750 will NOT max WoW at 1080p. Simply will not do it.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/phP8bv This will max WoW and be 5X better in games than that other build.

Dylzan · Jul 16, 2014

tiny voices :

But WoW is very CPU dependant, that's why I went Intel, as it's single core performance is a lot better than AMD's, plus can it really rely on GPU power so much? It's over 10 years old.

Guest · Jul 16, 2014

tiny voices :

Thanks, TV. That looks solid. I'm close to buying! A few things:

The AMD processor comes with a AM3+ Socket CPU Cooler. Should I still order the CPU cooler from your build?

Your build had two compatibility notes on pcpartpicker.com:

- ASRock 970 Extreme3 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard has an onboard USB 3.0 header, but the NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case does not have front panel USB 3.0 ports. The tower sports 2 USB 2.0 ports on the upper panel. (I'm looking to replace this with the NZXT H230 (Black) CA-H230I-B1. Would you agree?)

- Some AMD 970 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Vishera CPUs. (This won't be an issue because we're using an AMD+ CPU on a newer motherboard, correct?)

Thanks again for your help. My dreams are coming true this week!

tiny voices · Jul 16, 2014

Dylzan :

An fx6300 will easily max Wow. Also WoW is not graphically 10 years old. It is a DX11, frequently updated game. It is just as modern as any NEW game being released.

tiny voices · Jul 16, 2014

That board does not need an update for that CPU. It will work perfectly fine. The board will come with the correct BIOS version already installed.

Some places sell the CPU without the cooler so when you buy it, make sure it says "boxed CPU and cooler" and you will not need a cooler.

That case is fine and feel free to change it is you REALLY want USB3 instead of USB2 on the front of the case.

Guest · Jul 16, 2014

tiny voices :

That board does not need an update for that CPU. It will work perfectly fine. The board will come with the correct BIOS version already installed.

Some places sell the CPU without the cooler so when you buy it, make sure it says "boxed CPU and cooler" and you will not need a cooler.

That case is fine and feel free to change it is you REALLY want USB3 instead of USB2 on the front of the case.

It looks like the CPU comes with the cooler so I'll take that off the build. I'll keep the case since it won't cause any problems. Thank you!

tiny voices · Jul 16, 2014

No problem!

Guest · Jul 16, 2014

tiny voices :

What realm are you on? Maybe I'll see you out there..

tiny voices · Jul 16, 2014

I don't actually play. Never have, lol.

Guest · Jul 16, 2014

tiny voices :

Bahaha. You da man.

tiny voices · Jul 16, 2014

Lol, I have alot of friends that play though.

Guest · Jul 21, 2014

tiny voices :

FYI the motherboard on this build didn't supply power to anything. We tested the power supply on another board and everything came on fine.

I submitted an RMA and went for the ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 AM3+ AMD 990FX instead. Hopefully this one works out for me!

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