New build budget : 900$, Help please

[Daniel68]

First of all I'm from Europe, a third world country so the prices can vary (more expensive here)

Anyway, I'm building a new computer, its going to be an everyday computer for various things (nothing special) and its hardest task will be Gaming. I also want it to last for 3-4 years at least, and I was thinking of :

i5 3570K
HD 7850 2GB
ASRock Z77 Extreme4
8 GB 1600 RAM
CHIEFTEC Libra Series
700W, CORSAIR Gaming Series
Cheap 90-128 SSD like : SSD 120.0 GB MUSHKIN Chronos or KINGSTON SSDNow V+200 Series 90gb (or something better).

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/JcD8

Now I've been thinking should I get a better GPU than this and save a little more money on a cheaper CPU and other things? I'm also not a hard core overclocker so I'm not sure if I'll need a K processor but I like the idea that I can boost the CPU even more in the future. I'm also open to saving a little bit more money on the motherboard, PSU and the case if its possible so I can get the best gaming performance for my budget.

Any suggestions would be great, this is the first time I'm building my own build so I'm not sure if I'm doing it right.
Thank you in advance.

 

[2wenty]

If possible, go for a 7870 (Ghz/XT) since they're very good GPUs for the price. If you don't want to overclock, drop the CPU to an i5 3570/3470/3350P and the motherboard to an H77 chipset, and use the extra money on a better GPU.

 

[markiz]

I'm also from Europe (Croatia) so I know how you feel regarding the higher prices

But, I managed to put 7850 in my 850$ mini-ITX build with 128GB SSD. So you should be able to get 7870 at least for 1000.

I am no expert, but 700W PSU is way overkill.

For SSD, I chose Samsung 840. Some say it's not as durable as some other SSDs out there, but anandtech debunked that. And it's cheap (120$ in Croatia). 830 series would be better, if available (not here).

If you can't go over 1000$, and gaming will be the most intensive task, maybe you should get 3470 and h77 mobo, and use the savings on a stronger video card.

 

[mikerockett]

Something like this should suit your needs well

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77-DS3H ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon HD 7870 XT 2GB Video Card ($239.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $890.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-03-12 11:16 EDT-0400)

 

[g-unit1111]

What country are you buying from? Posting that will help to suggest parts - if you don't know one the link in my signature will point you in the right direction. Links to Micro Center and Newegg won't be of use.

 

[Daniel68]

Something like this should suit your needs well

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77-DS3H ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon HD 7870 XT 2GB Video Card ($239.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $890.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-03-12 11:16 EDT-0400)

Thanks for the advice. And one question : wont a 550W PSU be on the low side for this setup, especially for 7870?

 

[mikerockett]

Nope, think you are over estimating your wattage. The system i suggested wont draw more than about 400w.

And just to highlight its a 7870 XT, same as the 7870 LE, basically an underclocked (7950).

Ill add that a good quality 550w unit will power pretty much any single card system. The XFX i selected is made by Seasonic which is considered one of the top manufacturers of PSU's.

 

[Daniel68]

Nope, think you are over estimating your wattage. The system i suggested wont draw more than about 400w.

And just to highlight its a 7870 XT, same as the 7870 LE, basically an underclocked (7950).

Well okay, I used this http://support.asus.com/powersupply.aspx to determine the needed W. But if you are right I'm glad to get less.

 

[mikerockett]

Quite often wattages can be over estimated because people often buy poor quality PSU's, a good quality unit however can handle the power drop better and more efficiently.

 

[Daniel68]

What country are you buying from? Posting that will help to suggest parts - if you don't know one the link in my signature will point you in the right direction. Links to Micro Center and Newegg won't be of use.

It doesn't matter because I've calculated the prices so they fit with Newegg, Amazon or whatever. And most of the parts I can get here so shoot away and give me some advice.

 

[Daniel68]

Any other tips? Suggestions? Builds?

 

[g-unit1111]

What country are you buying from? Posting that will help to suggest parts - if you don't know one the link in my signature will point you in the right direction. Links to Micro Center and Newegg won't be of use.

It doesn't matter because I've calculated the prices so they fit with Newegg, Amazon or whatever. And most of the parts I can get here so shoot away and give me some advice.

The thing is is if you import from Newegg or Amazon into your country - if you're in the EU, you get hosed with some major customs fees and import taxes, plus some of the hardware that's available here won't always be available where you live. That's what I am trying to get at.

 

[markiz]

The thing is is if you import from Newegg or Amazon into your country - if you're in the EU, you get hosed with some major customs fees and import taxes, plus some of the hardware that's available here won't always be available where you live. That's what I am trying to get at.

If he's anything like me, he's just looking newegg for the frame of reference for you guys.
His real budget is ~20% more. That's what i did when I realized that no OEM offers worldwide warranty.

 

[Daniel68]

The thing is is if you import from Newegg or Amazon into your country - if you're in the EU, you get hosed with some major customs fees and import taxes, plus some of the hardware that's available here won't always be available where you live. That's what I am trying to get at.

If he's anything like me, he's just looking newegg for the frame of reference for you guys.
His real budget is ~20% more. That's what i did when I realized that no OEM offers worldwide warranty.

This is true. Please if someone has some ideas for build, tips or info - post them. I would like to have more different opinions.