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Mid-Range Gaming Desktop Build

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August 30, 2014 10:21:54 PM

Hi, after a bit of lurking I thought I'd come out and actually ask you guys what you think of this build I'm planning.
I want a good mid range gaming computer - something that will be able to run most current games on medium to high settings at 1920x1080. However I also want it to be easy to expand in future if I decide I want to upgrade it.

Case
CM Storm Scout 2 Advanced - It's a little more expensive then I'd like, but the interior leaves lots of room for expansion and the handle seems invaluable since I will likely be needing to move it back and forth occasionally from my college apartment and home.

Motherboard
ASUS Z97-A ATX

Processor
Intel i5 4690k

Graphics
EVGA GeForce GTX760 SuperClocked w/EVGA ACX Cooler 2GB GDDR5 256bit

RAM
2x 4 GB Corsair Vengeance
Hard Drive
1TB Seagate Solid State Hybrid Drive, 7200rpm

Optical Drive
Asus 24x DVD-RW Serial-ATA Internal OEM Optical Drive DRW-24B1ST

Power Supply
XFX PRO650W Core Edition 80+ Bronze ATX 650

Monitor
ASUS VS228H-P 22-Inch

The total comes to about $1250 using amazon, and I would like to keep it either at that price or lower it if possible. This will be my first attempt at building a rig, so any advice is greatly appreciated.

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August 30, 2014 10:37:09 PM

I would change the PSU to a Corsair or EVGA PSU since they are more reliable. Everything else is great though :D 
August 30, 2014 10:43:57 PM

The PSU is fine. XFX units are made by SeaSonic, so they are great quality. You don't really need handles on a case unless you have worries carrying it to and from a car. I have a Rosewill Blackhawk and I move it around a lot. Only thing with the build I would consider is the GPU. You could consider going AMD with an R9 280/280x for cheaper/same price. I feel like that has a better price/performance, but that's up to you.
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