- Oct 19, 2013
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Introduction: (skip to the 2nd paragraph for my question) I am looking to build a computer, and have done my research on building a desktop spread across around 6 months or so. My MacBook (yeah, yeah, bleh, ew macs) has passed 5 years of age, and I'm ready to graduate to a Windows desktop. I mainly play CS:GO, TF2 and Minecraft, occasionally LoL. I'm tired of running 30 frames on low settings on those games.
I have decided to pick between an i3 4130 and 7850k for the processor. If I choose the 4130, I will get a GPU later. If I stick with the 7850k, I will get nothing else for the time being. I understand that an i3+GPU and the Kaveri are in different price ranges, but I want a (somewhat) powerful processor as my younger brother plays minecraft, and he will benefit from the processor. I have been suggested a G2330 + r7 250x combo, but I really prefer the processor. I know it won't be balanced. But what would you go with?
If possible, it'd be great for someone to suggest a complete build around ~$500 or so with OS, with or without my preferences. I want to be able to play games listed above 1080p, 30+ frames at low settings.
(If anyone is curious, my mac specs:
-Intel Core Duo 2.53 GHz
-Nvidia 9400m 256MB
-4GB 1066MHz
-250GB 5400RPM drive)
This is my first Tom's Hardware post. Please give me as much constructive criticism as possible. Every bit of info is appreciated.
I have decided to pick between an i3 4130 and 7850k for the processor. If I choose the 4130, I will get a GPU later. If I stick with the 7850k, I will get nothing else for the time being. I understand that an i3+GPU and the Kaveri are in different price ranges, but I want a (somewhat) powerful processor as my younger brother plays minecraft, and he will benefit from the processor. I have been suggested a G2330 + r7 250x combo, but I really prefer the processor. I know it won't be balanced. But what would you go with?
If possible, it'd be great for someone to suggest a complete build around ~$500 or so with OS, with or without my preferences. I want to be able to play games listed above 1080p, 30+ frames at low settings.
(If anyone is curious, my mac specs:
-Intel Core Duo 2.53 GHz
-Nvidia 9400m 256MB
-4GB 1066MHz
-250GB 5400RPM drive)
This is my first Tom's Hardware post. Please give me as much constructive criticism as possible. Every bit of info is appreciated.
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