2013 Custom PC full build, help?

[OutOfAmmo907]

I have come up with a full build, as in, CPU, GPU, MB, PSU, RAM, HDD, CASE, Monitor, Keyboard, and OS for about $850 total. I was wondering what games can it play? I am hoping to maybe play BF4, and BF3, Borderlands 2, Minecraft without any FPS issues, and Skyrim on this 1080p monitor. I made sure to not cheap out on the CPU and GPU and also get enough power and a good case. I do not plan on upgrading anything in this computer ever, so I am sticking with the power supply no matter what. If there are some changes that can be made to give better performance, that would be fantastic, but it has to stay within budget. Please look it over! (P.S I do not need a mouse as I already have a hand-me-down Razor Naga)
Build- http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/partlist/

 

[coastie65]

There's nothing on your list.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Wrong link, try this one http://pcpartpicker.com/user/IAmMatt907/saved/2jE3

 

[coastie65]

That Powersupply isn't going to be enough for the video card. This one should do fine: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371044

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Any idea what games this might be able to play?

 

[coastie65]

Any idea what games this might be able to play?

One other thing, youu had a single stick of ram. Not a good idea as you take Dual Channel out of play. This would be better and I think may be a tad cheaper: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231416 It should be able to play those games, but at 1080p, I don't know what settings. The biggest issue that i can see is maybe the CPU, but it should do okay.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

If I were to switch the AMD FX 4100 to a AMD FX 6300 would that give me a better performance? Considering it isnt too much higher in price?

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Considering that the 6300 blows the 4100 out of the water, I am planning to OC so, can you review this new and improved build? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/IAmMatt907/saved/2jE3

 

[RazerZ]

For $100 more you can overclock this build and play it on ultra settings at 1080p without a problem.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.98 @ Outlet PC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 Extreme3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($109.69 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($57.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card ($203.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman Z5 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: HP LV2311 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $944.54
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-03 22:04 EDT-0400)

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Instead of using the AMD FX 6300 could I use a AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition and get rid of the CPU Cooler and still be able to play BF4? I don't have a whole lot of money and I have to lawn mow to get the money, so would the Phenom get me around the same performance? or should I stick with the FX 6300 and OC it like I originally planned? I also have a $400 dollar PC Build that I might go with, here: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1iX89 on this should I get the Phenom or a FX 6300 instead of the old Athlon? and upgrade the graphics a little?

 

[RazerZ]

Instead of using the AMD FX 6300 could I use a AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition and get rid of the CPU Cooler and still be able to play BF4? I don't have a whole lot of money and I have to lawn mow to get the money, so would the Phenom get me around the same performance? or should I stick with the FX 6300 and OC it like I originally planned? I also have a $400 dollar PC Build that I might go with, here: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1iX89 on this should I get the Phenom or a FX 6300 instead of the old Athlon? and upgrade the graphics a little?

That build is really weak for BF4. If you give me a budget, I can make a build that fits it with the best performance available for the price.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Preferably $400-$500 dollars, it is a really small budget but thats what I have...

 

[RazerZ]

Preferably $400-$500 dollars, it is a really small budget but thats what I have...

For just the pc?

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Preferably $400-$500 dollars, it is a really small budget but thats what I have...

For just the pc?

Yes

 

[RazerZ]

Preferably $400-$500 dollars, it is a really small budget but thats what I have...

For just the pc?

Yes

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 PRO3 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($81.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: XFX Radeon HD 7850 1GB Video Card ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake VL800P1W2N (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $514.89
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-04 19:09 EDT-0400)

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

What about this build? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/IAmMatt907/saved/2jE3 I am doing this for school, I have a self teach class so I need some help, do you maybe want to stay in contact and help me? if not I completely understand.

 

[RazerZ]

What about this build? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/IAmMatt907/saved/2jE3 I am doing this for school, I have a self teach class so I need some help, do you maybe want to stay in contact and help me? if not I completely understand.

If you need all of that, I would get this following build as it is the best value for your money. Also I'd be glad to help you with your class just send me a message .

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($93.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($57.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: XFX Radeon HD 7850 1GB Video Card ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Raidmax ATX-818WB MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Dell S2240M 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($99.99 @ Microcenter)
Keyboard: V7 CK0A1-4N6P Wired Standard Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($10.40 @ Amazon)
Total: $715.26
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-04 20:25 EDT-0400)

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

I have three questions, is the AMD FX 6300 overclock able? Or can I just get rid of the after market fan right now? Second is, would maybe a EVGA Geforce GTX 650 TI Boost be a better graphics card? Finally third, Should I spend the extra money to get the 2 GB version instead of the 1 for the XFX Radeon HD 7850 1GB video card?

 

[RazerZ]

I have three questions, is the AMD FX 6300 overclock able? Or can I just get rid of the after market fan right now? Second is, would maybe a EVGA Geforce GTX 650 TI Boost be a better graphics card? Finally third, Should I spend the extra money to get the 2 GB version instead of the 1 for the XFX Radeon HD 7850 1GB video card?

1. Yes, if you want to OC get a $30 Hyper 212 evo, 2. No, 3. If you can save a bit more get this one: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/powercolor-video-card-ax78502gbd5dh

It will make a difference if you want to play games on ultra/maxed out instead of high.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

I will probably go for the 2 GB video card, Is the monitor any good? or should I spend like $150 that I don't have to get a better monitor? I am basically saying, is the monitor any good? Can it play BF3 and BF4 on high settings 1080p?

 

[RazerZ]

I will probably go for the 2 GB video card, Is the monitor any good? or should I spend like $150 that I don't have to get a better monitor? I am basically saying, is the monitor any good? Can it play BF3 and BF4 on high settings 1080p?

Yep, and the picture will be amazing because it has an IPS display.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

So if I do end up using the 2GB card I could play on max settings 1080p? How many problems would I have with that? and how many FPS will I get? If you know.

 

[RazerZ]

So if I do end up using the 2GB card I could play on max settings 1080p? How many problems would I have with that? and how many FPS will I get? If you know.

Yes you can with no problems. Also the fps depends on the games you play, but BF3 can easily get around 80fps.

 

[OutOfAmmo907]

Would it be better to go with the AMD FX 6350 instead of the AMD FX 6300 for the extra performance and there is a small price difference?

 

[RazerZ]

Would it be better to go with the AMD FX 6350 instead of the AMD FX 6300 for the extra performance and there is a small price difference?

If your planning to overclock then no. Otherwise you might see a 10% difference.