New build, new builder.

[Stripes22]

Hey everyone! I decided to build my own gaming pc for the first time. Its always something I've been interested in doing and I came across some good stuff from this site in know-how and advice. So here is the set up. I found it on build-gaming-computers.com and like the idea of a good gaming rig for around $1000.

Approximate Purchase Date: 2-3 months

Budget Range: $1500 After Rebate (upward flexible)

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, movies, surfing. No video/ media editing.

Parts Not Required: Keyboard, mouse, speakers.

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Tigerdirect.com / Newegg.com / Amazon

Country of Origin: US, Washington state.

Parts Preferences:
ASUS P8P67 Pro Intel P67 Motherboard
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7343079&Sku=A455-3035&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-lirXQtqHOf163nqIQCoD8g

Intel Core i5-2500K BX80623I52500 Unlocked Processor
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7073161&Sku=I69-2500K&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-ae_qLtH2a72hDNHLAqA3RQ

Corsair XMS 8GB DDR3 RAM
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6611013&CatId=3433&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-4nyNti37t6P2NgnDKER8kw

EVGA GeForce GTX 560 (X2)
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7191450&Sku=E145-0560&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-QRT.SKAdJHlD29oQnom7Zw

Asus Xonar DX PCIe 7.1 Sound Card
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3759080&CatId=2771&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-U8WCg8kVAhHsYb0oz290qg

Seagate Barracuda 1TB icon
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=61389&CatId=2459&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-84ByxAc4XF_XVRGaaPM5zQ

Asus DRW-24B1ST DVD Burner icon
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6078414&csid=_21&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-K6FtmiQ4I_rzVinc18CxJA

Cooler Master GX Series 650W
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5662680&csid=ITD&body=MAIN#detailspecs&SRCCODE=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc_o=-ddCjC1bELltzywCjC-d2CjCdwwp&AffiliateID=iFudSkud_Rc-AXueGSgCP1I7gmX8fvmuJA

Antec Lanboy Modular case (mid)
http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=NzA0NDUzJjI=

Overclocking: Sure, but I’m having a hard time understanding the necessity. This setup is capable of it though, so I don't have a problem with it.

SLI or Crossfire: Yes!

 

[genghiskron]

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[Stripes22]

EDITED. I do play starcraft 2 and a host of other games that are graphics heavy. I have no problem with going for higher quality or more expensive products if the users on here think they would be a better fit.

 

[genghiskron]

amazon and newegg are typically going to have better prices, and lower shipping costs than tigerdirect.

cheaper p8p67 pro (combo):
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.660725
better psu brand and wattage for you SLI'd 560 ti's:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371049
better hdd:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185&Tpk=f3%201tb
faster, cheaper ram (use the promo code):
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231445
a dual fan 560 ti with a higher overclock:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130651

id skip the sound card for now and get it later if you still think its necessary. i think the on-board sound will be fine.