PC gaming build help.

meder1412 · Jun 11, 2014

Sorry, I see there are hundreds of these threads here. I looked around and could not find anything that seems to fit me.

I'd like to build a gaming pc. This pc will need to run WoW/skyrim and i have no idea where to start. I have not built anything in 10 years. I do not need monitor or OS. My goal budget is 700 but I am willing to go up if need be. I am browsing part picker but have no idea whats what.

My goal is to max out WoW and skyrim and run recently release games smooth. 700 starting budget not firm and only need tower with hardware. thanks

esco_sid · Jun 11, 2014

do you have a micro center where you live ? if you do this is what i came up with.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($142.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Team Xtreem Dark Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($200.00 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($54.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $802.84
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-11 21:23 EDT-0400)

i7Baby · Jun 11, 2014

You get what you get for $700. It won't be as good as a $1500 pc for sure.

Have a look at Tom's - http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/build-your-own-budget-gaming-pc,3780.html

Just change the gxt 770 to a gtx760 and it should fit your budget. Put the parts into PartPicker.

Else Google 'Tom's $700 build' and see what you get.

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

Hi! I have built you a PC. I am not sure if you will like the case beccause for most people cases are a personal preference. Anyways, here is the build:

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 ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($87.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($55.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 760 2GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($263.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Thermaltake Commander MS-I Epic Edition (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $719.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-11 21:26 EDT-0400)

Notice that I picked a GTX 760. Most other guys will say get a 280x but I assure your that this would be the better choice.

Look at the benchmarks for the GTX 760. Go to the second chart and notice that the GTX 760 is the second best rated for Graphics/$.

Charts: http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu.php?gpu=GeForce+GTX+760&id=2561

Thanks and good luck!

zemiak · Jun 11, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($144.97 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($87.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($75.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 760 2GB DirectCU II Video Card ($229.99 @ Micro Center)
Case: NZXT H230 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $693.83
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-11 21:29 EDT-0400)

meder1412 · Jun 11, 2014

Lets start over.

I need help building a pc around a i5 intel processor. My budget is up to 1000.

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

$1000 budget: PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($142.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($55.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($323.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Thermaltake Commander MS-I Epic Edition (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 750W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1000.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-11 21:35 EDT-0400)

meder1412 · Jun 11, 2014

Thanks. Masterdell is the 750w power supply needed? Is 550 enough?

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

meder1412 :

No 550 would definitely not be enough. They say that the consumption is about 425W. Which is always an estimate. Now PSU's dont run at what they say they will. That 750W has an average output of 90% so it is TECHNICALLY a 675W. Yes you could go with a 650W but I picked the 750 for room for upgrade.

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

Updated with different PUS:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($142.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($55.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($323.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Thermaltake Commander MS-I Epic Edition (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $985.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-11 21:57 EDT-0400)

meder1412 · Jun 11, 2014

MasterDell :

Your build and esco's build are similar I think. If i went with his gfx card would I still need the higher PSU?

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

If you type in PSU calculator on google there are lots of websites you can use to estimate the output.

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

I wouldnt suggest his graphics card but yeah the 650 should be fine.

meder1412 · Jun 11, 2014

MasterDell :

Thanks. I am going to go ahead with your 2nd build and see how it works out for me. I'd like to change the case. What do i need to look for in my new case to make sure everything fits? Is there anything else I need besides monitor, mouse, os and what not to get this thing running?

thanks.

MasterDell · Jun 11, 2014

You want it to be about $50 considering your budget. Make sure that it is an ATX case. That is very important. When you pick the case, go to pcpartpicker.com and put all of the parts in. It will say on the screen somewhere if there are any compatibility issues. The case I am getting in the Phantom 410. I love it so much. Also, order a couple of 4 pin fans. I like the LED ones but thats just preference. the z97-A has 4 4pin connectors I think so make sure you dont exceed 4 fans. Good lucky building. Just contact me if you need anything else.

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