Choosing A CPU and GPU For First Gaming PC

swp1207

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I am planning to build a gaming computer soon, will the Intel Core i3-4160 and the GTX 750 Ti be a good pair? If I can get more money, I might get an Intel Core i5-4460 instead and later on upgrade to a GTX 970, but for now, will the i3 or i5 be good for gaming with the GTX 750 Ti for some of the newest games and some older titles too and will it bottleneck?
 
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An i5/750Ti is good enough for decent gaming, provided you keep your expectations in check. Ditto i3/970. IMO, go for the i5/750Ti and pick up a 970 (or other) later.