$1,200 dollar gaming computer

Helboy239

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Hey, my friend suggested I ask some people if they had any suggestions for parts to put in my new computer. I am planning on building a Mid ATX computer with an Intel CPU, but other than that I am very open to suggestions. Any and all suggetions are appreciated and will be taken into account. Thanks!
 

JRAtk94

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CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LX ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($65.70 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($65.67 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($339.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($85.24 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Microcenter)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1013.54

Here you go!

I've not chosen the case for you, because that's a personal preference.

This would be a superb gaming rig, and would leave you some money leftover to spend on other stuff.
 

Dark Lord of Tech

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Haswell Intel 1150 Socket build for you:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek GAIA SD1283 56.3 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($127.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Z Series 8GB (4 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($129.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7870 XT 2GB Video Card ($248.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Scout 2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($87.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($119.99 @ Microcenter)
Optical Drive: Lite-On IHAS324-07 DVD/CD Writer ($22.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1215.39
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-19 21:41 EDT-0400)

PSU and Heatsink are Haswell certified.
 

Helboy239

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I do not plan to overclock, but would not be opposed to th though of being able too. I prefer Nvidia GPU's and also I am using a Windows 8 laptop at the moment and I can safely say I will be using Windows 7 Home Premium.
 

Helboy239

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Oh one more question. I don't live anywhere near a Microcenter store. I don't know if you do but the closest one to me is Virginia, and I am certainly not driving out there. Anyway have you ever noticed a problem with their shipping? Like do you trust it? Because my friend says I should check.
 

opponentmule2

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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18LC1
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18LC1/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18LC1/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($63.90 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($93.99 @ Adorama)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($65.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($404.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1286.75
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-21 12:54 EDT-0400)

If you're willing to spend a few more dollars, take advantage of this insane 80$ discount on a combo!!

Everything you'll get on this build is very reliable and very good quality products. I think you'll get the most performance with this.