1,000 Dollar AMD Build (How did I do and what am I doing wrong)

The_Ma5ter

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Hey guys! I have never built a computer before but my friend has. I've been planning this build for about a year now and I'm really excited! Before I buy it and build it though, I wanted your opinions. Are there any individual parts that will bottleneck and slow down my computer? Also, I've checked several times and am pretty sure that everything is compatible withe each other, but I'm new to this. Any hints or tips are greatly appreciated! Me and my other friend are going to compete with each other and see who can build the best desktop. Help me win guys!

My goal is to get the best AMD build on a thousand dollar budget. I want it to last as many years as possible. If possible, please explain why something would be better than my current parts. I'm a beginner and I don't know much. Thanks!

Here is the URL: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/The_Ma5ter/saved/NshKHx
 
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This build in AMD. What I've changed:

CPU: Given you Fx-6300 with CPU Cooler in case you overclock this CPU.
Mobo: Gigabyte UD3P with much better power phase design for better stability.
GPU: R9 280x

It is still in your budget range.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($106.02 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal...
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-4350 4.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($123.13 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI 970 GAMING ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($83.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Tri-X Video Card ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Chaser A31 ATX Mid Tower Case ($66.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Micro Center)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ OutletPC)
Other: Wireless Network Adapters ($30.00)
Other: SSD ($140.00)
Total: $996.04
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-07 03:36 EDT-0400
 

cameron430

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I might recommend getting a 760 with 2gb of ram instead of the one with 4. If your pushing a single 1080p monitor then the 2gbs will be fine for at least a year. With the extra money I might recommend getting the next step in FX processors with is the FX-6350. It is not too much more and it comes with 6 cores, slightly more cache, and is a lot easier to overclock. Also, your friend is right about amd being the best bang for your buck in a sub 1000 dollar pc. Also, if you wanted to budget ven more the r9 280 and 280x are great for this type of build as they are cheap, perform well, and come with 3gb or ram.


AMD FX-6350
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113327&cm_re=amd_fx_6350-_-19-113-327-_-Product

AMD r9 280x
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202046&cm_re=amd_r9_280-_-14-202-046-_-Product
 
So Here I'll explain what you're doing wrong and what to look for when you're shopping for components .

First of all you don't want to chose something that is outdated or has no upgrade route as its lifetime is already cut into half , its been there for a while and instead of keeping this and that for 5 years you only keep it for 2 years and that's what you've done with going with an older generation CPU , the 4350 consumes lots of power for a CPU ( anyways most of the amd cpus do ) 125W TDP which is very much compared to the least efficient intel CPU and on a side note investing an AMD CPU nowadays is like investing in a dead horse , Intel is the way to go most of the time nowadays IMO . Moreover more cores doesn't mean anything and an Intel Quad core CPU I5 will eat this CPU Alive.

2nd Thing is that when you shop for Pc components you want to choose the best part in its tier , price to performance and less issues . The GTX 760 is a good card however for 300 bucks its a safe bet to say that you can go for something much better like an R9 280X which is on par with the 770 but for significantly less .

Last but not least 140 Bucks nowadays on a SSD is much . Generally if your build is gaming oriented then you need to spend your budget in that manner ( that's the sort of process that goes in the back of my head when building a rig )

In Percentages :

30% Graphics Card
30% CPU and Motherboard
20% RAM and PSU
10% Case and SSD

But this is flexible , it doesn't have to obey all the rules I've set !

With that said here's my build for you :

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wLykqs
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wLykqs/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.99 @ Micro Center)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Tri-X Video Card ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.50 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1052.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-07 03:41 EDT-0400

This might be little bit more expensive than what you previously planned but this is definitely very good value for money , 60FPS on 1080p is no longer a problem.
 

The_Ma5ter

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I swithed my EVGA gpu for a power color radeon r9 280 3 gb turboduo as suggested. Please keep in mind, it has to be an amd build. Is this the best gpu compatible with an amd build? Also, what else is my build lacking in?
 

cameron430

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Yes, The 280 was made to go with the lower FX line of processors. Other than the gpu, which you changed, everything seems well. If you can squeeze more out of your budget I still recommend the six core processor, as windows 8 takes advantage of more cores
 
That's what I'd do for an AMD Based Build :

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/vNvWmG
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/vNvWmG/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($169.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99FX PRO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.99 @ Micro Center)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Tri-X Video Card ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.50 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1000.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-07 04:28 EDT-0400

Its 1000 bucks , with 650W Tier 1 PSU.

Very good indeed
 
This build in AMD. What I've changed:

CPU: Given you Fx-6300 with CPU Cooler in case you overclock this CPU.
Mobo: Gigabyte UD3P with much better power phase design for better stability.
GPU: R9 280x

It is still in your budget range.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($106.02 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Tri-X Video Card ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Chaser A31 ATX Mid Tower Case ($66.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Micro Center)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ OutletPC)
Other: Wireless Network Adapters ($30.00)
Other: SSD ($140.00)
Total: $971.92
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-07 04:28 EDT-0400
 
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