$900ish first time gaming comp build advice

[izzy210]

I'm looking for a good, reliable build for an Intel desktop. I've looked into parts some myself but would like some advice and guidance. Here's what I'm looking for:

CPU:Intel i5-2500(k), don't think I'll really overclock
GPU: NVIDIA 560ti or something close to it, whatever you guys can recommend
MOBO: good brand you guys can recommend, whatever is compatible
RAM: 8GB of whatever brand you guys recommend
HDD: actually would like an SSD, 120GB is fine, I don't need a lot of storage
PSU: whatever would be sufficient for the build, reliable brand
CASE: good quality case, maybe a Coolermaster HAF or something of the sort

Basically just need recommendations as to what brands and specific parts are reliable and get me the best bang for my buck, about $900-$1000ish


Approximate Purchase Date: within a month or two

Budget Range: $900-$1000ish

System Usage from Most to Least Important: gaming, normal internet browsing

Parts Not Required: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, OS. (I can get those easily enough)

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com

Country: US

Parts Preferences: Intel processor and NVIDIA GPU

Overclocking: nah

SLI or Crossfire: Maybe at some point in the future, but not initially

Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080, I'm actually just using a nice TV I just got, will eventually buy a monitor but the TV is fine for now

Additional Comments: Any combo deals on newegg would be great

 

[Zero_]

If you dont intend to overclock the CPU, take a look at the $800 build in my sig. Add an SSD (the $1500 and $2000 builds contain SSDs and better cases if you have the budget).

 

[DelroyMonjo]

zero_ Interesting website but how do I turn off the damn menu that runs down the middle of the screen obscuring 2 of the items in a build?

 

[Zero_]

I have no idea what you are talking about :-/

 

[e56imfg]

COOLER MASTER CM Storm Series Trooper
MSI N560GTX-TI Twin Frozr II/OC GeForce GTX 560 Ti
Rosewill CAPSTONE Series CAPSTONE-650 650W
Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB)
GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3
Intel Core i5-2500K
COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 EVO
Mushkin Enhanced Chronos 120GB

Total: $1,046.92 w/out any savings or rebates.

 

[adgjlsfhk]

Get the I5-2400 from microcenter $149
Kingston ram from microcenter $29
Rosewill challenger from newegg $54
I am having trouble posting links becqause I am using an ipad.

 

[bennaye]

@e56imfg since OP isn't OC'ing, he won't be needing the 2500k and the aftermarket cooler. So no Hyper 212 EVO. The i5-2400 is fine.

 

[obsama1]

How about an i5 2500(non-K version)? The 560 ti is very good.
Mobo:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157279
RAM:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231277
SSD:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226152
PSU:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139028
Case:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147153

 

[azeem40]

I agree with the i5-2400, but not with the no EVO. The Hyper 212 EVO will be much better at keeping components cool and improving airflow than the stock fan.

 

[obsama1]

Just get the Hyper 212 non evo. Just as good.

 

[adgjlsfhk]

You don't need a special cooler for a non OCing processor.

 

[Tavo_Nova]

i5 2400 140$ at micro center
H67 motherboard very cheap and all you need you can also opt for a z68 if your using sataIII asrock extreme3 gen 3 is a good choice for the money.
msi gtx560ti twin frozrII/OC 1gb is a great card.
g.skill ripjawsX8gb (2x4GB) 1600mhz cl9 ram
Antec 300 or antec 302 great value for money for an awesome case
Antec 500/600 w 80plus PSU or corsair TX650 or 750 (V2) 80plus bronze is a great value too.
OCZ Vertex 3 120gb ssd sataIII is a good value for money too or you can go to a cheaper corsair force 3 120gb ssd sataIII (119$ after rebate at newegg)

 

[pvtevan99]

i know its AMD but its amazing, (i use this build):

CPU:AMD FD8350FRHKBOX FX-8350 FX-Series 8-Core Black Edition ($194.67 @ Amazon)

Motherboard:GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD3 AM3+ AMD 990FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard ($133.99 @ Amazon)

PSU:Corsair CX750 Builder Series ATX 80 PLUS Bronze Certified Power Supply ($88.24 @ Amazon)

Graphics Card:EVGA SuperClocked 02G-P4-2762-KR GeForce GTX 760 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)

RAM:Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3 1600 MT/s (PC3-12800) CL9 @1.5V UDIMM 240-Pin Memory BLS2CP4G3D1609DS1S00 ($66.18 @ Amazon)

Case:RAIDMAX Seiran ATX-902WR Red Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ($64.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $808.06

ADVANTAGES
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~Supports 3-4 Monitors (more monitors, Slower PC)

~Runs all games, even crysis on high-MAX maintaining around 50-80 fps - Minecraft 300-500 fps

~PSU will last around 4 years

~High end CPU and Motherboard

~Motherboard supports 2 CrossfireX graphics cards and 2 SLI cards

~Motherboard supports Overclocking extremely well

~Latest AM3+ slots

~Graphics card is already overclocked (So you dont have to, makes it easier)

~RAM is DDR3 1600Mhz 1.5V 8gb (4gb 1333Mhz DDR3 is still standard for everything so having 8 is amazing for multitasking)

~The Red/Black/Blue Case (depending on which you choose) Has ALOT of space for building and adding parts

~The Case has a no-tool design so you dont have to unscrew the DVD ROM, HardDrives, or SSD's

~For $800 you cant go wrong with this build, This is very upgradable and will last years. (this is gonna be my life PC - ill keep upgrading it throughout life)

~You get to build it

~8 Core CPU allows for extreme multitasking. (if you had 2-4 monitors youll be able to have things like: Skype, A Game, Internet tabs in Google Chrome. All open at once)

~With a 8 core AMD pc you'll be able to record,upload and stream faster (for videos)