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Battlefield 4/Crysis 3 Mid Range PC

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August 12, 2014 10:08:08 PM

Hey guys. I'm building a new computer and would like some suggestions on parts. I've already picked out a list, please let me know if there's something I should change in the build that's cheaper and/or better. FYI- I plan on overclocking CPU as well. Thanks! Specs:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/DRgzXL

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August 12, 2014 10:36:57 PM

Thats a nice build. But I built one just now with an Intel processor for overclocking and a R9 290. However this May cause $10-20 extra than what you have. If that isn't an issue.


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master RR-HT2-28PK-R1 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($16.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z97M-G43 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: GeIL EVO Veloce Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($80.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.49 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($198.50 @ Newegg)
Case: Cougar Solution (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 430W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ Micro Center)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $766.93
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-13 01:35 EDT-0400
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August 13, 2014 1:09:14 PM

Pretty good Intel build you made, however I already purchased half those parts, and for big discounts as you can see. Mainly looking for tips on the parts I have yet to buy (Mobo, case, cpu cooler...)
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August 13, 2014 1:34:40 PM

Why don't you make your WiFi internal? Looks tidier IMO
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August 13, 2014 6:48:41 PM

eatonval1 said:
Pretty good Intel build you made, however I already purchased half those parts, and for big discounts as you can see. Mainly looking for tips on the parts I have yet to buy (Mobo, case, cpu cooler...)


Go with this mobo.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-m5a99fxpr...
Case I would go with either NZXT Phantom Series or Cooler Master or Corsair. :) 
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August 13, 2014 7:03:25 PM

You're fine with the list you picked at first. It'll play 1080p medium/high settings pretty smoothly. I would really overclock your 8 core fx8120 though. I don't see many people with bulldozers CPUs around much, it was honestly a step down from the older Phenom II from 2009. It's only 3.1ghz , get it to ~4ghz and it shouldn't be THAT horrible in gaming. Plus it'll age more gracefully due to the 8 (although weak...) threads compared to the dual core everybody seems to be drooling over today.


I'd honestly take an overclocked bulldozer 8 core over a dual core nowadays. Pretty decent build overall, you should be pleased with it. Just follow some overclocking guides, Asus is really solid, I'm using one of their monitors and dvd drives(lol more of a relic nowadays...)

I think you'll like that Cooler Master Devastator blue LED keyboard. I've been using it for months now, although I hated the mouse it comes with lol. 30 bucks wasn't bad. It feels way better than the new expensive 138 dollar Razer blackwidow ultimate 2014 keyboards I tried in person at the store the other day, they felt like typing on loose mushy potatos lmao.

The CM Devastator feels good though, it's regular membrane keyboard but it really does feel solid and tactical.
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