Need Opinions on Gaming PC BUILD (UNDER $700)

[HierarchyHD]

Hello everyone, I am looking for some suggestions on the build below. I'm planning on building my first ever build (although im fairly familiar with computers and parts) The link is below and it should send you to the pcpartpicker list website. Any comments would be appreciated, thank you!

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/HierarchyHD/saved/PgrYcf

 

[tiny voices]

You want 2x4gb RAM, not a single stick. Also, that PSU is not the best unit. I would get an XFX550w unit WAY better unit.

Change the case to an NZXT source 210. WAY more modern and better in every way for the same price.

 

[Iron124]

Not sure why you're going with an outdated video card either, the 7000 series is long dead.

See how you like this: (Just a suggestion)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master RR-T612-20PK-R1 82.9 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Biostar Hi-Fi H81S2 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital RE3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.24 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 270 2GB Dual-X Video Card ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cougar Solution (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $694.13
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

 

[tiny voices]

The 7870 is BETTER than a normal 270. The 7870 is between the 270 and the 270x. Why would he pay MORE for a worse card.

Also the 7870 is NOT outdated at all. The 270x IS THE SAME CHIP as a 7870. SAME EXACT CARD, just slightly overclocked.

ALso, the CX500 unit in your build is NOT recommended as it is pretty low quality.

 

[HierarchyHD]

The 7870 is BETTER than a normal 270. The 7870 is between the 270 and the 270x. Why would he pay MORE for a worse card.

Also the 7870 is NOT outdated at all. The 270x IS THE SAME CHIP as a 7870. SAME EXACT CARD, just slightly overclocked.

ALso, the CX500 unit in your build is NOT recommended as it is pretty low quality.

I was going to say the same thing, im not bothered for paying for the 270x just for a very slight change. I won't be doing any hardcore gaming or anything, and what would be your suggestion to get rid of the CX 500 unit? what should i replace it with?

 

[tiny voices]

An XFX 550w unit. AMAZING quality for the money.

 

[HierarchyHD]

You want 2x4gb RAM, not a single stick. Also, that PSU is not the best unit. I would get an XFX550w unit WAY better unit.

Change the case to an NZXT source 210. WAY more modern and better in every way for the same price.

Also, just a follow up, the reason i have a single stick of 1x8 RAM is my mobo only has 2 slots, and i will be looking to upgrade to 16gbs once when i get some more money. and the only thing about the NXZT case is i would remove the bays because my GPU would not be too long. I heard that this is a pain to do, is that true or not?

 

[tiny voices]

In that case it is a pain. Look at the Corsair 200r. It will fir your card and is WAY better still.

What do you plan to need 16gb RAM for? Gaming will not even see a benefit from more than 8gb for years still.

 

[HierarchyHD]

In that case it is a pain. Look at the Corsair 200r. It will fir your card and is WAY better still.

What do you plan to need 16gb RAM for? Gaming will not even see a benefit from more than 8gb for years still.

to be honest, i don't know... I think im just overestimating the loads on my computer. And worst comes to worst, i buy 2 1x8 sticks for 16gbs... any preference on the RAM company? You see to be rather informed , im a fan of crucial. But your opinion?

Also, i decided to move around my build a little bit, comment on this? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/HierarchyHD/saved/9FmFf7

 

[HierarchyHD]

Not sure why you're going with an outdated video card either, the 7000 series is long dead.

See how you like this: (Just a suggestion)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master RR-T612-20PK-R1 82.9 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Biostar Hi-Fi H81S2 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital RE3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.24 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 270 2GB Dual-X Video Card ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cougar Solution (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $694.13
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

I wouldn't consider the 7000 series dead at all. I mean its not the newest series on the market, but it is still a monster of a card, and very reliable as well.

 

[Iron124]

The 7870 is BETTER than a normal 270. The 7870 is between the 270 and the 270x. Why would he pay MORE for a worse card.

Also the 7870 is NOT outdated at all. The 270x IS THE SAME CHIP as a 7870. SAME EXACT CARD, just slightly overclocked.

ALso, the CX500 unit in your build is NOT recommended as it is pretty low quality.

Because the 270 is far newer, and will continue to be supported by more titles in the years ahead?

Also, that EVGA has almost 100% reviews, have you owned one? Did it explode violently and catch fire? Do tell.

 

[tiny voices]

In that case it is a pain. Look at the Corsair 200r. It will fir your card and is WAY better still.

What do you plan to need 16gb RAM for? Gaming will not even see a benefit from more than 8gb for years still.

to be honest, i don't know... I think im just overestimating the loads on my computer. And worst comes to worst, i buy 2 1x8 sticks for 16gbs... any preference on the RAM company? You see to be rather informed , im a fan of crucial. But your opinion?

Also, i decided to move around my build a little bit, comment on this? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/HierarchyHD/saved/9FmFf7

Any DDR3 RAM you buy uses the same exact chips from ONE factory is Asia. The only difference between brands is the silicon board (which are all the same as well), making any DDR3 RAM teh same as any other DDR3 RAM. The "expert" advice for modern RAM, is get the cheapest stuff you can regardless of company.

 

[tiny voices]

The 7870 is BETTER than a normal 270. The 7870 is between the 270 and the 270x. Why would he pay MORE for a worse card.

Also the 7870 is NOT outdated at all. The 270x IS THE SAME CHIP as a 7870. SAME EXACT CARD, just slightly overclocked.

ALso, the CX500 unit in your build is NOT recommended as it is pretty low quality.

Because the 270 is far newer, and will continue to be supported by more titles in the years ahead?

Also, that EVGA has almost 100% reviews, have you owned one? Did it explode violently and catch fire? Do tell.

This claim about the 270 is false. It is uses the same BIOS as the 7000 cards. ALL They did was change the name and bump the core clock up a bit. It will be no more or less supported than any 7000 card. Plain and simple, the 7870 is and will always be BETTER than the 270(non-x).