Future proof build ~$900

[wrek3748]

This is a new build I am looking at possibly building in the next coming weeks, was thinking to purchase all parts on black friday/ cyber monday. Or should I start ordering them now?
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Nam

I am trying to build a fairly future proof gaming rig, and was wondering if I need a bigger PSU if I might crossfire in the future, and whether or not I should go with a 7950 over the 7870. I would like to stay below $900 on the budget but could go over maybe by about $20.

 

[malbluff]

That link goes to an "unusual" $2000 upgrade.

 

[bjaminnyc]

Sweet 2008 build. Probably could do a bit better at that price point. Ha

 

[g-unit1111]

Yeah you most likely won't be able to find any of those components anywhere, and even if you did they wouldn't work well together.

 

[wrek3748]

whoops wrong link, that's embarrassing.

here is the correct link:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nEAj

 

[g-unit1111]

whoops wrong link, that's embarrassing.

here is the correct link:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nEAj

Ah that's more like it. Everything on that build looks good but switch out the power supply - I don't trust that one. Get a Corsair TX 650 instead.

 

[wrek3748]

What about the 7950 vs 7870? do you think it would be worth it in the long run so I wouldnt have to upgrade as soon?

 

[g-unit1111]

What about the 7950 vs 7870? do you think it would be worth it in the long run so I wouldnt have to upgrade as soon?

Always get the single strongest card you can afford. The 7950 is better than the 7870, so for your budget get that.