Hi guys, I'm looking to start my first build. I'd appreciate any suggestions/opinions on my build before I start ordering parts.
Approximate Purchase Date: 1-2 weeks
Budget Range: $1200 Max Before Rebates
System Usage from Most to Least Important: gaming, surfing the internet, watching movies
Parts Not Required: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com, any other reputable US sites
Country of Origin: USA
Parts Preferences: open to all suggestions
Overclocking: Maybe - I haven't really done any in-depth research into this option.
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe in the future
Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments: I want a future proof pc. This will be my 1st ever build.
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Here's what I've come up with so far:
Case:
Cooler Master HAF 922 $90 shipped
PSU:
Corsair TX750M $136 shipped
* I chose this PSU so I can add another 6950 in the future.
MoBo:
ASRock Z68 Extreme3 Gen3 $133 shipped
CPU:
Intel Core i5-2500k $220 shipped
HSF
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO $35 shipped
*just in case I decide to try my hand at OC'ing*
[strike]Thermal Compound
MASSCOOL G751 Shin-Etsu $5 shipped[/strike]
HDD
Seagate Barracuda 1 TB $55 shipped
or
Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB $60 shipped
RAM
G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2x 4GB) DDR3 1333 $47 shipped
DVD Burner
ASUS 24x DVD Burner $26 shipped
GPU
MSI Twin Frozr II OC 6950 2GB $298 shipped
OS
[strike]Windows 7 Pro $140 shipped[/strike]
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit $100 shipped
Total: $1145 shipped
Suggestions/changes? Any other items I'll need to complete this build?
I used all newegg links because that was easiest, and in my limited search the prices were equal/cheaper than other sites. I'm open to other reputable websites if the price is right. Upgradability is important - I've had my current computer for nearly 8 years...
Thanks
Approximate Purchase Date: 1-2 weeks
Budget Range: $1200 Max Before Rebates
System Usage from Most to Least Important: gaming, surfing the internet, watching movies
Parts Not Required: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com, any other reputable US sites
Country of Origin: USA
Parts Preferences: open to all suggestions
Overclocking: Maybe - I haven't really done any in-depth research into this option.
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe in the future
Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments: I want a future proof pc. This will be my 1st ever build.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Here's what I've come up with so far:
Case:
Cooler Master HAF 922 $90 shipped
PSU:
Corsair TX750M $136 shipped
* I chose this PSU so I can add another 6950 in the future.
MoBo:
ASRock Z68 Extreme3 Gen3 $133 shipped
CPU:
Intel Core i5-2500k $220 shipped
HSF
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO $35 shipped
*just in case I decide to try my hand at OC'ing*
[strike]Thermal Compound
MASSCOOL G751 Shin-Etsu $5 shipped[/strike]
HDD
Seagate Barracuda 1 TB $55 shipped
or
Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB $60 shipped
RAM
G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2x 4GB) DDR3 1333 $47 shipped
DVD Burner
ASUS 24x DVD Burner $26 shipped
GPU
MSI Twin Frozr II OC 6950 2GB $298 shipped
OS
[strike]Windows 7 Pro $140 shipped[/strike]
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit $100 shipped
Total: $1145 shipped
Suggestions/changes? Any other items I'll need to complete this build?
I used all newegg links because that was easiest, and in my limited search the prices were equal/cheaper than other sites. I'm open to other reputable websites if the price is right. Upgradability is important - I've had my current computer for nearly 8 years...
Thanks