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$500 PC (First Build) Intel based Quad Core

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September 20, 2014 4:10:45 PM

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/tRZDnQ

Minecraft is more processor dependent so will this run Minecraft with 60+ fps? I know the graphics card sucks but I dont want to use the integrated Intel 2500 on the processor. I will upgrade the graphics card in the future, but right now, I only have $500 to spend. Any suggestions on what to change? I already have a keyboard, mouse, OS, and a monitor.

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September 20, 2014 4:24:10 PM

get 2x4 gig ram for dual channel
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September 20, 2014 4:24:36 PM

If possible change the ram from one stick two 2x4. This helps a bit. Other than that it looks okay!
Good Luck!
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September 20, 2014 4:24:52 PM

that gpu is rubbish dont bother buying it
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September 20, 2014 4:25:17 PM

100$ could get you something better or second hand
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September 20, 2014 4:27:28 PM

look for a 7850 or something like that second hand much better
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September 20, 2014 4:29:14 PM

If all your gonna be playing is minecraft get 4gigs of RAM instead 8 and get a better GPU the obvious choice being the 750ti. Also you might wanna consider going for AMD build as they give you bang for your buck at that budget level. If you can save an extra $50-$100 more and your build will significantly improve.

http://www.gamespot.com/articles/can-we-build-a-gaming-...
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September 20, 2014 4:32:01 PM

Like I said, $500 budget. If I buy a $100 graphics card, I'll be over by $100. I cant buy anything better just yet
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September 20, 2014 4:42:21 PM

nbarbop24 said:
Like I said, $500 budget. If I buy a $100 graphics card, I'll be over by $100. I cant buy anything better just yet


Right the article I sent you have builds that are roughly $50 more and much much more powerful. Please read it and consider your options.
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September 20, 2014 4:53:25 PM

It is much better although I would once again recommend getting only 4gigs of RAM and getting the R7 260X which is the AMD 750ti. Or keep the RAM and simply spend an extra $20 or so.
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September 20, 2014 4:55:15 PM

Or perhaps get rid of the wifi card since I'm not sure why you would use it.
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September 20, 2014 4:59:54 PM

I would be far away from my router and modem and I don't have cable running through my house
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September 20, 2014 8:18:10 PM

Minecraft is a single core based game.

So having 4 cores won't do much.

An i3 will be fine for minecraft, and you don't need more than 4gbs of ram either.
This should get around 90FPS in minecraft at 1080.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4370 3.8GHz Dual-Core Processor ($159.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI H97M-E35 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($78.99 @ Mac Mall)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($40.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($58.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cougar Spike MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($29.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($15.03 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.26 @ OutletPC)
Total: $509.21
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-20 23:17 EDT-0400
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September 20, 2014 8:37:06 PM

If you wanted to run minecraft with nice shaders/texture packs you could always add a graphics card in right now such as a R7 260x, or save some money and upgrade to a more powerful card later on.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($115.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI B85-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.19 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.98 @ OutletPC)
Case: BitFenix Merc Beta (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($19.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $402.09
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-20 23:36 EDT-0400
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