$700 Gaming Build. Please read and comment

properbuilds

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CPU: Intel Core i5-3470 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($149.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock H77M Micro ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Radioactive 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7870 XT 2GB Video Card ($234.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 Elite (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $691.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
 

rmiiirusty

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^+1 I think you would be happier with this build... you could still get the case you like if saving the $20 on his pick doesn't suit you...You could also get the asrock extreme4 mobo, but if you won't be o.c. ing you will be spending for more features than needed. If for any reason, you would rather have an nvidea graphix card, you should at least shoot for the newer 660ti.
It makes the most sense to spend less on other components, and more on graphix card.

properbuilds,gave you a i5 instead of the i3 because 4 cores is much better and is worth the little extra
 



This CPU is in-store pickup only. It will normally be around $180