$650 below build

[natthewu]

CPU: i5 3570k $212
GPU: AMD 6850 $120
Memory: 16gb $60
Case: Storm Enforcer $80
PSU: im thinking 500 or 430 watts but not willing to spend over $40
Mobo: ASRock Z68 extreme 3 im not sure if the extreme4 is worth it for $50 more $120

A few fans
Do you think 500Watts could power this?

 

[natthewu]

Approximate Purchase Date: This week or next week

Budget Range:650

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Surfing the web, gaming, streaming videos

Parts Not Required: keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, OS

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com, microcenter

Country: USA

Parts Preferences: Intel i5 3570k, AMD 6850, Storm Enforcer
Overclocking: Yes

SLI or Crossfire: Maybe(not sure what it's for explain please)

Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080

Additional Comments: Apply that to the specs i listed in my original post

 

[natthewu]

Yea i do have a Microcenter nearby.

I guess Crossfire would be a maybe that sounds enticing.

I think it's worth spending a little to get a more future proof product even if it's only a little more of future proofing.

i5 3570k was just released today and coming out next week so there's no problem waiting.

Also if i get a z68 mobo will that work with ivy bridge?

 

[natthewu]

i forgot to say i dont need a harddrive and optical drive. Ill take that build in account when purchasing. Thanks.

What's a good graphics card brand, and also im fine with going over if there are rebates.

I didnt think an i5 3570k would be in demand, that's too bad we'll see when it releases.

Also where is the mobo CPU combo from microcenter?

EDIT: Plus why do i need a CPU cooler now? i was considering using the stock one until i want to overclock while using water.

 

[natthewu]

I found someone who said they talked to their microcenter manager(something higher up) and they said that they didnt expect to be short of processors i guess we'll see then. Microcenter doesnt open until 11 so after Church i can get there an hour later and hopefully have enough for sale.

If i OC now with the air cooling how long will my CPU last? estimate

Is a model up really worth it for the graphics card especially since it's about $50 more

Also im getting 16gb of ram instead of 8 gb for virtual pc http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0347306 i think this x2 for 64

 

[natthewu]

Thanks

 

[azeem40]

3570k.

 

[natthewu]

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