Building a 1000$ gaming computer

[brando424]

Hi everyone. Just hoping for some input on a new gaming computer. Haven't built a new computer in a few years so was wondering if i could get some input.

My budget is 1000 and i need something that will upgrade easy in the future for minimal cost. Also crossfire is preferable.
This is what i have so far.




Subtotal: 993$

I would like to hear what you guys. Thanks

 

[secranox]

-That's a slower HD, most prople recommend something like a Samsung Spinpoint F3 500GB drive since it only has one platter and operates at a much higher performance.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152181&Tpk=samsung%20f3%20500

-If you want a fancy motherboard (I'm assuming you are since you listed a 790FX in your theoretical build, and because you want crossfire) - then I recommend going with their newer 890FX boards that came out recently such as the ASRock 890FX:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157196&cm_re=890fx-_-13-157-196-_-Product
[If you don't like ASRock, there are other brands that have 890FX boards as well].

-If you don't want crossfire, and want a cheaper motherboard, then look at the AMD 770 boards:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&Description=amd%20770&bop=And&Order=PRICE&PageSize=100

-If you insist on CrossFire, get two 4850 1GB cards in crossfire for $220. This CF setup generally performs at or above a 5850. Those 890 mobos will be great for CF as well. Otherwise the build looks good.
[You could also get 2 4870's for $300, or 2 4890's for $400].

 

[brando424]

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