First Gaming Desktop Budget $500 - $700 including OS

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 2, 2015

Hey All,

Trying to build my first gaming desktop and was hoping to get some suggestions. Want to be able to play all the blockbuster releases like Battlefield, Everquest Next, etc on high to ultra. I will be using my TV as a monitor and still need to get the keyboard and mouse if you have any suggestions there. Like the build to be accessible to future upgrades in the future as this is my first build.

Looks forward to your suggestions.

Thanks Guys!

NBBrown7 · Feb 2, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

This is my current setup and I can run all the games I want at medium to high settings. Would recommend this setup to anyone! Maybe change the case to something that suits you personally. Cheers!

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/NBBrown7/saved/fYzhP6

NBBrown7 · Feb 2, 2015

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Q7XjLk

This is a good one also!

Gracodana · Feb 2, 2015

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

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($104.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M Anniversary Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Team Xtreem Dark Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($60.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1300 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($41.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($92.00 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN725N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($9.23 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Perixx PX-1000 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Perixx MX-2000B Wired Laser Mouse ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $697.13
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-02 15:12 EST-0500

cx psu's arn't great quality, as much as I like mechancial keyboards you can't put a $120 keyboard in this budget. 2 parts missing prices on one build.

If you have a little bit more then I would step up to a 280x but this is what you would want for ultra at 1080p in most games.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 2, 2015

Gracodana :

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

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($104.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M Anniversary Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Team Xtreem Dark Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($60.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1300 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($41.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($92.00 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN725N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($9.23 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Perixx PX-1000 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Perixx MX-2000B Wired Laser Mouse ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $697.13
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-02 15:12 EST-0500

cx psu's arn't great quality, as much as I like mechancial keyboards you can't put a $120 keyboard in this budget. 2 parts missing prices on one build.

If you have a little bit more then I would step up to a 280x but this is what you would want for ultra at 1080p in most games.

What would you say the biggest difference in AMD and Intel for the CPU?

Gracodana · Feb 2, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

intel makes much higher quality cores and so wins in single threaded applications by a long way. They lag behind in multi threaded applications compared to amd though as amd has much worse single core performance but makes up for it in the amount of cores in the cpu. In game generally intel is better as they sre more single treaded applications but some games like BF4 have started to take advantage of multicore technology. The i3 will still hold up fine in these games though.

Another factor is the upgradablity in intel as with amd if you buy an fx 6300 you dont really have any meaningful upgrades, but with intel you can go all the way to the i7 4790k a top tier cpu.

TheMagicalWallaby · Feb 2, 2015

Something like this will work. I went with an i5 as it will help in games like battlefield. http://pcpartpicker.com/p/7PMnK8

It is slightly over but I really wanted an i5 in there. If it needs to be cut down let me know.

However ultra for all blockbuster releases may be possible with this budget. You would need to go up to $800 or so for that.

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

TheMagicalWallaby :

Thats a good buildd and was originolly what I was thinking but he needs to get a mouse and keyboard in there so no this is well out of his budget.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

Thanks for the advice. Both builds look great. I can always get the mouse and keyboard now and then buy everything else in a couple weeks. As far as cases would you recommend a mid or full tower? Also will my 50" Insignia plasma tv work as a monitor?

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

Yeah but if you do decide to get a monitor then you might need to reinstall the drivers. If you prefer a bigger case go full tower smaller case go mid it really is up to personal preferance.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

Would the AMD FX-8350 Eight-Core be a better CPU? Judging from http://www.cpubenchmark.net/high_end_cpus.html

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

What do you think of this: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/RzxrnQ

Would it be better to go with the intel CPU and also do I need a CPU Cooler or Optical Drive?

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

cpu cooler nope but optical drive maybe if you want to play cd's or install windows through disk then you need one but itherwise no.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

Or this one: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/DhwPGX

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

Well if your open to spend more then yes this is great you might want a little more wattage though so you can upgrade into the future.

I'd say a 550w XFX psu would do the trick.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

Gracodana :

Thanks for the input. Would said there is a significant difference in the i3 and i5? Is it worth the extra $80?

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

Yes the cores bring more stable frame rates.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 3, 2015

Gracodana :

Awesome. Which part would you recommend upgrading first down the road? I plan on getting another monitor and other accessories first.

Gracodana · Feb 3, 2015

An SSD would be my first recommendation, then in sort of 2-4 years you would upgrade the gpu depending on what settings and reso you will be playing at at that time.

TheMagicalWallaby · Feb 4, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

A midtower is fine. The 230t will suit your needs.

TheMagicalWallaby · Feb 4, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

Gracodana :

Awesome. Which part would you recommend upgrading first down the road? I plan on getting another monitor and other accessories first.

Ignore this reply of mine

TheMagicalWallaby · Feb 4, 2015

RenagadeSD11 :

Gracodana :

Awesome. Which part would you recommend upgrading first down the road? I plan on getting another monitor and other accessories first.

A better CPU cooler would lower your noise levels. Make sure that you don't use more than one monitor for gaming at a time with your card.

TheMagicalWallaby · Feb 4, 2015

Stick with the 230t. You don't want to skimp on the case.

Gracodana · Feb 5, 2015

TheMagicalWallaby :

Why? Thats the part of a pc you do skimp out on if you can.

RenagadeSD11 · Feb 5, 2015

I like the case I have on there right now and dont want to add an additional $40. The only parts I'm worried about are the Antec 450W power supply and the MSI H97M-G43 Motherboard. Worried the power supply won't be enough and the I read some bad reviews on the motherboard.

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