First time gaming build, need opinions

KTM77 · Dec 23, 2014

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ktm77/saved/P8v2FT

This is my first pc build and I am not sure if there is anything I have failed to incorporate, or if I have spent too much money on a part that is not needed for a $1200 gaming pc. I hope to play games such as arma 3, skyrim, and dragon age inquisition on ultra settings.

thor220 · Dec 23, 2014

Are you overclocking?

yumri · Dec 23, 2014

Ok in your own build it is able to be good but here is what i will suggest for it

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.77 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A (NFC Express Edition) ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($70.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($98.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280X 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($229.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 2300 ATX Full Tower Case ($43.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($38.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($150.44 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N15 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($79.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1220.34
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-23 15:07 EST-0500

Next generation of the Intel CPU and thus motherboard change but in that i picked out a ASUS motherboard for just ease of building and changed out the case as yours was more expenive while giving you not USB3 ports. Yes i know mine doesnt mine your budget but it comes closer to meeting it than the one you have posted.
If the budget is a non-moveing point you can just toss the wireless card from the build. This is because wired is alot better for gaming than wireless is.

thor220 · Dec 23, 2014

Here is the revised list

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z97 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($98.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280X 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($229.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($38.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($150.44 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N15 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire TK Wired Mini Keyboard ($85.62 @ Amazon)
Total: $1200.22
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-23 15:12 EST-0500

I switched the keyboard to a ten keyless mechanical for nearly the same price. You can switch it out with a version with the ten keys if you need them.

Processor was upgraded at no additional cost.

thor220 · Dec 23, 2014

Updated list

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z97 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($98.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280X 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($229.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($38.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Dell E2314H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($149.99 @ Amazon)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N15 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire TK Wired Mini Keyboard ($85.62 @ Amazon)
Total: $1199.77
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-23 15:22 EST-0500

Switched out monitor for a high quality one at the same price.
Saved money with cpu, cpu cooler combo deal.

KTM77 · Dec 23, 2014

thanks for the input, I will switch out the cpu, cooler, and monitor as well as switch to a wired connection

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