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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ymCpyc
I took out something I didn't need in the build, so I can put something in now.
Trying to keep it under $850
Click edit build and see the things you can change, I'm looking at RAM, video card, better CPU, SSD, 16GB? As long as it's close to the deadline for cash.
TY
 
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I would go for new cpu i5 6th generation, DDR4 ram, new mobo, the GPU is fine, but for 1440p is very poor, try going to CF it (but this requires a new PSU) or going for R9 390/R9 390x.

OR, cheap one, is going for i5 4th generation, you can keep the ram, but you will need new motherboard, and maybe with this can go for R9 390/R9 390x.

In both cases, you will notice a big improvement in gaming.
 
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My humble suggestion:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z170 Pro4S ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($82.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Aegis 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($37.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 380 4GB NITRO Dual-X OC Video Card ($203.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z3 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($55.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Acer GN246HL 144Hz 24.0" Monitor ($180.98 @ Newegg)

Total: $851.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-25 10:43 EST-0500

Cheers!
 
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RCFProd

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My suggestion:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($244.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.50 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-UD3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($129.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: EVGA SuperSC 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2800 Memory ($89.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Mushkin ECO2 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (Purchased For $0.00)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 380 4GB NITRO Dual-X OC Video Card (Purchased For $0.00)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case (Purchased For $0.00)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply (Purchased For $0.00)
Monitor: Acer GN246HL 144Hz 24.0" Monitor (Purchased For $0.00)
Total: $619.46
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-25 10:47 EST-0500



He doesn't need an entire build, for example the PSU, Case, HDD, monitor and everything he doesn't need.
 
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I made a couple changes, here they are:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($31.49 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 380 4GB NITRO Dual-X OC Video Card ($188.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VX248H 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($139.99 @ Micro Center)
Total: $844.41
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-25 11:08 EST-0500

I will explain the changes here:

1 - Processor: I changed the CPU to an i5-6500. it will give you 2-3 times the performance of an fx-8350, and it is only a little more. It is also skylake, supporting DDR4 Ram which is nice.

2 - Mothebroard: I just changed this to a cheaper one to match the new processor. It has everything you should need.

3 - RAM: I switched it to a quality DDR4 set to go with the processor and mobo. It performs very well, and is many times better than what you originally had.

4 - Power Supply: I changed this to a very high quality (Tier 1) PSU that is also modular, making it even better. It has plenty of headroom for any other additions. Way better than what you had before, and it is more efficient, saving you money in power costs.

5 - You chose a 144hz monitor, but realistically, you don't need that nice of a monitor. You will only get above 80fps in games like CS:GO, or minecraft, so there is no point in spending that much on a monitor. Instead, I changed it to a 60hz monitor which is much cheaper

Hope that my opinion helps, and good luck with your build! Let me know if you have any questions.
 
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Sorry. didn't realize I had started an argument.
In my OP I was mainly looking for specifically RAM, CPU, etc if you reread it.
I still like that you listed everything because I'm open to change but unless you read my mind you couldn't have known that. (Illuminati)
I chose zeke because he wrote why he chose everything and it was refreshing to see his lighthearted post compared to the dispute going on.
TY

 
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Thanks man. Best of luck!
 
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Can you recommend any 2x4GB RAM? I thought 1x8 would be better because in the future you could add more, but is 2x4 cheaper or something?
Also, are you refering to the build I originally put? The OP
 
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No argument; just didn't understand what you wanted. Here's a solid memory kit.

G.Skill Aegis 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $34.99

2x4GB s better for performance because it allows the memory to run in dual-channel mode. You install the RAM into the same bank and it allows the controller to access both sticks of memory at once, theoretically doubling your memory bandwidth. These banks are *usually* color coded on the motherboard, but if not the first and third slots are one channel, the second and fourth slots are the other channel.
 
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I'm referring to the build posted by Zeke. Budget motherboard but you have the budget to get a way better one. I was just wondering why you thought that build, out of the others posted, was ideal for you? With a higher end motherboard you get better audio, more features, better build quality you name it. Like ofcourse, I can understand that he took the time to explain it, I only explain once you've taken a look on the build and decide to ask yourself. Often I just post the build, and then await for a reply if you for example ask ''why have you chosen this or that'', I try to help more than one thread so I can't always go in detail.
 
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I'm referring to the build posted by Zeke. Budget motherboard but you have the budget to get a way better one. I was just wondering why you thought that build, out of the others posted, was ideal for you? With a higher end motherboard you get better audio, more features, better build quality you name it. Like ofcourse, I can understand that he took the time to explain it, I only explain once you've taken a look on the build and decide to ask yourself. Often I just post the build, and then await for a reply if you for example ask ''why have you chosen this or that'', I try to help more than one thread so I can't always go in detail. [/quotemsg]

I said I wanted it to be around $850, yours is like $1000? And I can't even see that it's 1k because it says purchased rather than the price.
But still thanks, your suggestions along with theirs changed my build with minor changes.

 
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