Gaming computers for 800 to 1000

[bowser2225]

I'm going to be attempting to build my first computer, I don't know anything about it.... I am looking for advice on what I should buy. I need advice about absolutely every part(Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor,etc)
Just a little background information on what I am looking for in a computer... I am a gamer, so I am looking for high quality visuals and speed.
I'm looking to spend $800-$1000 over time for everything (by buying parts each paycheck or so).
The monitor I'm currently looking at purchasing is this: http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-VE248H-24-Inch-LED-Monitor/dp/B0043T7FHK/?tag=vig-20
Any advice on this monitor or any other parts I should buy would be greatly appreciated.
Also I know nothing about overclocking and should I get a Blu-Ray Reader on the Optical Drive or is it a waste of money?

 

[jonjonjon]

i would look at something like this. check out the video below for why you want a ssd. you could replace the 660ti with a cheaper 7870 or 660. also if you dont plan on overclocking you can get rid of the cpu cooler and could get a i5-3470 for $180 instead. if you can afford it i would get the 3570K so you have the option to overclock.

if your not against ordering the parts for a couple different sites you can definitely get better deals. that price doesn't include the monitor so i'm not sure if that's out of your budget. it should give you an idea. you could get a cheaper case and psu. id personally look at an 23" IPS monitor that's a similar price to the TN monitor you listed

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/solid-state-drive-work-tests,3064-12.html


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($134.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($31.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Sandisk Extreme 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($239.00 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair Vengeance C70 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($65.48 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $959.39
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2012-12-28 20:59 EST-0500)

 

[bowser2225]

Thank you, but that is a little out of my price range and it does not have everything I need

 

[mrdowntownkiller]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3470 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($31.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($229.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($45.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer ($22.98 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" Monitor ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Gigabyte Force K3 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($27.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: ROCCAT Kova+ Wired Optical Mouse ($41.82 @ NCIX US)
Total: $950.70
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2012-12-29 09:42 EST-0500)