New Performance/Gaming Computer Build, budget ~$1500 give or take

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 04:33 PM

I currently have an MSI gaming laptop, a GT780DX. It is a very good computer, and I can play Skyrim on Ultra. It is an amazing PC, and for laptops it hardly gets any better than this. However, I have decided that since I have two laptops and I never take this laptop anywhere because it is a little too big to carry around, I will build a serious work/gaming PC instead and actually save money (or break even) and have more performance.

Moreover, I am realizing that to have a real PC it really expands my storage capabilities. I recently bought a 3TB USB 3.0 external for $250 and it was a good deal. But I already used up all but 300mb in only 1 month (although a lot was backing up my current hard drives).

So I realized that having a desktop, I can add in new 2TB 3.5" hard drives for less than $100 each. That Significantly decreases cost of storage and expansion.

I have done a bunch of research on parts. I have been dancing around doing this for over a year, and now it is time to move forward.

Since I just bought two 24" 1080p monitors, I won't be needing monitors. I also have a trackball (I don't like mice, just trackball) and also I just bought a nice illuminated keyboard. So now all I need is the tower. EDIT: I returned the Logitech illuminated keyboard and instead got the challenger ultimate keyboard.

After monitors and peripherals, I want to spend a max of about $800 - $1000 on the actual PC. So far it seems to be working out, but I could use some input as to me selections. I have two main builds, an AMD build and an Intel build. Both fit the budget, and the AMD of course is a little bit less expensive. (UPDATE: HOLIDAY BUILD!!)

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PICTURES OF CHOSEN PARTS FOR BUILD:

Peripherals:

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Build 1: AMD | TOTAL: $1561

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Build 2: INTEL v.A | TOTAL: $1626

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Build 3: INTEL v.B - HOLIDAY SALES!! | TOTAL: $2108 (final price higher because of decision to get 2x graphics cards crossfire and more hdd and ssd)
Note: Included mostly upgraded parts that are around the same price range. So the cost is almost same as other builds (still less expensive) but is a better and more powerful build!

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DIDN'T BUY

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xxdozer322 · Nov 11, 2012, 04:54 PM

build 3 hands down.

n3rdf1ght3r · Nov 11, 2012, 07:51 PM

I would go with Build 3. I also have an old OCZ ModXStream 600W lying around that I could sell to you if you are interested, could prolly save you some money. I live in Canada though so ya.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by n3rdf1ght3r

I would go with Build 3. I also have an old OCZ ModXStream 600W lying around that I could sell to you if you are interested, could prolly save you some money. I live in Canada though so ya.

I live in Washington so Canada is actually very close. Right now I can get a 750W for only $60, but if you are selling the 600W for cheap then I will consider it.

Then again, others have warned me about buying used. Because then my system is not covered by warranty if it causes a problem and destroys my motherboard.

DrunkenMafia · Nov 11, 2012, 08:04 PM

You need to squeeze an SSD in there it makes a huge speed difference to any pc and hunt around to try find a 660ti or 7950.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DrunkenMafia

You need to squeeze an SSD in there it makes a huge speed difference to any pc and hunt around to try find a 660ti or 7950.

That is a really great idea - for only $100 now you can get a 120GB SSD.
Only thing is, considering market volatility surrounding SSD prices, it may be economical for me to hold off and upgrade that later. 6 months from now a 120GB SSD might be $80 or less. Point is, SSD is not urgent and it's a one-time buy. Unlike graphics cards, which there's always a newer and better one, SSD on the other hand is just storage; once you buy it, it will be kept for many years. I suppose that's why I didn't include it in the build. Just like, I intend to get like 5 or 6 more 2TB HDD, just not all at once. And for me, it would be more beneficial to spend $100 for 2TB more storage, then for the SSD performance increase.

I'm going to guess you meant 7850 though? Because a 7950 is $320 (actually there is one on NewEgg for $180 after $20 rebate)

I just checked and the 7870 is worlds ahead of the 7850: http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/549?vs=548

EDIT:
I get it now. You were making suggestions for better graphics cards.
660ti is actually really good. So is 7950. 7950 however will be expensive until you can find it on sale.

660ti is $300 (20 mail-in-rebate card), MSI N660 Ti PE 2GD5/OC GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB 192-...
7950 is $300 (20 mail-in-rebate card), but also includes Free 3 games w/ purchase, limited offer SAPPHIRE 100352-2L Radeon HD 7950 3GB 384-bit GDDR...

n3rdf1ght3r · Nov 11, 2012, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

I live in Washington so Canada is actually very close. Right now I can get a 750W for only $60, but if you are selling the 600W for cheap then I will consider it.

Then again, others have warned me about buying used. Because then my system is not covered by warranty if it causes a problem and destroys my motherboard.

LOL for 60 bucks the 750W is the better deal. I think the least I can let it go for is 50$CAD shipped.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 08:59 PM

So hey guys, am I missing anything? Obviously I'm going to do build 3, but are there are parts I am going to need that I don't have listed? Like fans or something?

n3rdf1ght3r · Nov 11, 2012, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

So hey guys, am I missing anything? Obviously I'm going to do build 3, but are there are parts I am going to need that I don't have listed? Like fans or something?

I would say to add a small Cache SSD to speed up your system and a good aftermarket CPU cooler(unless you already have that, then nevermind)

drdeathx · Nov 11, 2012, 09:25 PM

My honest opinion, save the money and go AMD 8320 and up the GPU to a 7970 or GTX680. If you game this will be a better rig. BTW, what will you use the desktop for? That is a good question for the recommendation.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drdeathx

My honest opinion, save the money and go AMD 8320 and up the GPU to a 7970 or GTX680. If you game this will be a better rig. BTW, what will you use the desktop for? That is a good question for the recommendation.

It's primarily a work computer but also for gaming.

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What is the difference between this motherboard:
MSI Z77MA-G45 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS
And the one I have in the OP:
MSI Z77A-G45 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s US...

It's $7 more and there is an "M" in the model name

drdeathx · Nov 11, 2012, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

It's primarily a work computer but also for gaming.

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What is the difference between this motherboard:
MSI Z77MA-G45 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS
And the one I have in the OP:
MSI Z77A-G45 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s US...

It's $7 more and there is an "M" in the model name

I would seriously consider AMD to save a few $ and up that GPU. For your requirements, that would be better for you... IMO

One is an ATX and one is Micro ATX

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by drdeathx

I would seriously consider AMD to save a few $ and up that GPU. For your requirements, that would be better for you... IMO

One is an ATX and one is Micro ATX

You don't understand what kind of work I do. I don't merely do Word documents. I need as much power as I can get my hands on. The faster and more powerful the computer, the more work I can get done.

Thanks for the clarification regarding the M. It seems the cheaper one is better, just larger.

cdawall · Nov 11, 2012, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by drdeathx

i would seriously consider amd to save a few $ and up that gpu. For your requirements, that would be better for you... Imo

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

You don't understand what kind of work I do. I don't merely do Word documents. I need as much power as I can get my hands on. The faster and more powerful the computer, the more work I can get done.

Thanks for the clarification regarding the M. It seems the cheaper one is better, just larger.

What do you do then? Does it support true multithreading? If it does than the 8320 is a substantially better choice for now and the future.

Am* · Nov 11, 2012, 11:24 PM

Whichever build you're going with, build 1 will be much cheaper with a lower end motherboard (990X, forget 990FX) & same CPU elsewhere (8320 can be found for $170, check microcenter). If going with build 3, go with a 3570K instead. Just pocket the difference towards a better GPU now or later on when you upgrade.

Sasqui · Nov 11, 2012, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

(Mobo) $99 - MSI Z77A-G45 - SALE - was $130
(CPU) $269 - Intel Core i7-3770K - Found one at MicroCenter.com; perhaps I can find another that does not require to purchase in-store. - SALE - was $320
(GPU) $248 - GIGABYTE GV-R787OC-2GD Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 - SALE

= $616

Quote:

Originally Posted by Am*

Whichever build you're going with, build 1 will be much cheaper with a lower end motherboard (990X, forget 990FX) & same CPU elsewhere (8320 can be found for $170, check microcenter). If going with build 3, go with a 3570K instead. Just pocket the difference towards a better GPU now or later on when you upgrade.

If you can get to Microcenter, motherboards are $40 off if you buy a CPU, I walked out on Saturday with a 3570K and a Gigabyte UD5H for $330, including tax.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 11:36 PM

Should I get 32GB RAM? only $30 each free ship DDR3 1600

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by cdawall

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What do you do then? Does it support true multithreading? If it does than the 8320 is a substantially better choice for now and the future.

Graphics and extreme multitasking. 8320 was my orignal choice. Other have convinced me to do the Intel build.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Am*

Whichever build you're going with, build 1 will be much cheaper with a lower end motherboard (990X, forget 990FX) & same CPU elsewhere (8320 can be found for $170, check microcenter). If going with build 3, go with a 3570K instead. Just pocket the difference towards a better GPU now or later on when you upgrade.

Good idea; only thing is I don't have to decide on the processor tonight, but I do need to buy the motherboard tonight to get it for $99!

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Originally Posted by Sasqui

If you can get to Microcenter, motherboards are $40 off if you buy a CPU, I walked out on Saturday with a 3570K and a Gigabyte UD5H for $330, including tax.

I REALLY WISH WE HAD A MICROCENTER AROUND HERE!!! p.s. Washington tax is 9.5%!!!

-- that's why we buy everything online and out-of state (NOT from Amazon because there is tax in WA!)

Am* · Nov 11, 2012, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Sasqui

If you can get to Microcenter, motherboards are $40 off if you buy a CPU, I walked out on Saturday with a 3570K and a Gigabyte UD5H for $330, including tax.

Lucky sod. We'd have to pay that sort of money in pounds because all our asshole retailers fix prices, which means we never get these sorts of killer deals unless someone is going bust.

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

Should I get 32GB RAM? only $30 each free ship DDR3 1600

No, don't waste it. 16GB is way more than enough. Put the rest towards a GPU.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Am*

No, don't waste it. 16GB is way more than enough. Put the rest towards a GPU.

Ok.

So, what I have to decide on and buy today (to get the sales):
Motherboard
PSU
Case
RAM
DVD Drive

buying those from the OP, Build 3, except for getting the $29.99 deal of Antec 300 Case, total is:

$316.94 to pay now [minus] $50MIR = $266.94

Only thing I'm still not sure of is the case. Antec Gaming One is only $25 more, and would only increase today's cost by $10 and no worry about MIR for that one.

Sasqui · Nov 11, 2012, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Am*

No, don't waste it. 16GB is way more than enough. Put the rest towards a GPU.

Yes, and get faster, DDR3 2166 or more

vawrvawerawe · Nov 11, 2012, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sasqui

Yes, and get faster, DDR3 2166 or more

Oh, I never considered that.

Update: wow, talk about Significantly increasing the price!! just 1866 is more than twice the cost, and 2400 is over 4 times the cost!
I think I'll stick with the 1600 for now and later I can upgrade if desired. Rather spend that extra amount on a SSD than RAM.

Am* · Nov 11, 2012, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

Ok.

So, what I have to decide on and buy today (to get the sales):
Motherboard
PSU
Case
RAM
DVD Drive

buying those from the OP, Build 3, except for getting the $29.99 deal of Antec 300 Case, total is:

$316.94 to pay now [minus] $50MIR = $266.94

Only thing I'm still not sure of is the case. Antec Gaming One is only $25 more, and would only increase today's cost by $10 and no worry about MIR for that one.

Dude, they are selling the 3570K for $169 bucks...pocket the $100 difference, for God's sake. I would kill for that deal. Hyperthreading won't improve anything for a gaming build, you'll end up regretting wasting the cash on what is a useless feature anyway.

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Originally Posted by vawrvawerawe

UPDATE: Please tell me where you saw that price for the 3570K for $169

EDIT: It was Microcenter as well. See here.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 12, 2012, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Am*

Dude, they are selling the 3570K for $169 bucks...pocket the $100 difference, for God's sake. I would kill for that deal. Hyperthreading won't improve anything for a gaming build, you'll end up regretting wasting the cash on what is a useless feature anyway.

Let me take another look.

p.s. I have decided at last on the original case, the Antec Gaming Series One, my original choice in the OP.

vawrvawerawe · Nov 12, 2012, 12:04 AM

UPDATE: Please tell me where you saw that price for the 3570K for $169

Ok, you are talking about here: http://www.microcenter.com/product/3...1155_Processor
Unfortunately, it is In-Store Pickup Only.

In any case, it's not urgent to buy that today wince the sale does not end today anyway. For now I need to focus on the urgent deals.

Nov 11, 2012, 04:33 PM	#1
vawrvawerawe Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 514 (2.35/day) Thanks: 272 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	New Performance/Gaming Computer Build, estimated cost ~$2,100 I currently have an MSI gaming laptop, a GT780DX. It is a very good computer, and I can play Skyrim on Ultra. It is an amazing PC, and for laptops it hardly gets any better than this. However, I have decided that since I have two laptops and I never take this laptop anywhere because it is a little too big to carry around, I will build a serious work/gaming PC instead and actually save money (or break even) and have more performance. Moreover, I am realizing that to have a real PC it really expands my storage capabilities. I recently bought a 3TB USB 3.0 external for $250 and it was a good deal. But I already used up all but 300mb in only 1 month (although a lot was backing up my current hard drives). So I realized that having a desktop, I can add in new 2TB 3.5" hard drives for less than $100 each. That Significantly decreases cost of storage and expansion. I have done a bunch of research on parts. I have been dancing around doing this for over a year, and now it is time to move forward. Since I just bought two 24" 1080p monitors, I won't be needing monitors. I also have a trackball (I don't like mice, just trackball) and also I just bought a nice illuminated keyboard. So now all I need is the tower. EDIT: I returned the Logitech illuminated keyboard and instead got the challenger ultimate keyboard. After monitors and peripherals, I want to spend a max of about $800 - $1000 on the actual PC. So far it seems to be working out, but I could use some input as to me selections. I have two main builds, an AMD build and an Intel build. Both fit the budget, and the AMD of course is a little bit less expensive. (UPDATE: HOLIDAY BUILD!!) ================================================ PICTURES OF CHOSEN PARTS FOR BUILD: Peripherals: Spoiler (LED) $250 - Samsung SyncMaster 24" 1080P HDTV/Monitor (LED) $200 - Dell 23.5" 1080P Monitor (KBD) $50 - CHALLENGER ULTIMATE Multicolor Backlight Gaming Keyboard Black KB-CHU003US - SALE - was $100 (MSE) $50 - Kensington Orbit Trackball with Scroll Ring (BTH) $10 - V4.0 Mini USB Wireless Bluetooth Class 2 Dual Mode Also V2.0 + Dongle EDR Adapter (ADAP) $6 - 2.5" to 3.5" SSD HDD Mounting Bracket Adapter Kit by BYTECC - Fits two 2.5" HDD in one 3.5" Bay ____________ = $646 Build 1: AMD \| TOTAL: $1561 Spoiler (Case) $55 - Antec Gaming Series One ATX Mid Tower (RAM) $60 - 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB 1600 DDR3 (PSU) $70 - OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W /or/ CORSAIR CX600 600W (HDD) $80 - 2TB SATA2 HDD Somewhere (ODD) $35 - Internal DVD RW = $305 (Mobo) $130 - MSI 990FXA-GD65V2 /or/ ASRock 990FX Extreme3 (CPU) $200 - AMD FX-8320 Vishera 3.5GHz (4.0GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 125W Eight-Core (GPU) $250 - SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition OC 2GB = $580 [Peripherals] (WIFI) $30 - Wireless-N 600 PCIe Card - EDIMAX EW-7722PnD N600 Wireless Dual-Band Adapter = $676 Build 2: INTEL v.A \| TOTAL: $1626 Spoiler (Case) $55 - Antec Gaming Series One ATX Mid Tower (RAM) $60 - 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB 1600 DDR3 (PSU) $70 - OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W /or/ CORSAIR CX600 600W (HDD) $80 - 2TB SATA2 HDD Somewhere (ODD) $35 - Internal DVD RW = $305 (Mobo) $130 - EVGA Z68 SLI Micro 120-SB-E682-KR LGA 1155 /or/ GIGABYTE GA-Z77X-UD3H ($150) /or/ GIGABYTE GA-Z77X-UD5H ($189) (CPU) $265 - Intel Core i7-2600K 3.4 GHz Quad-Core (GPU) $250 - SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition OC 2GB = $645 [Peripherals] (WIFI) $30 - Wireless-N 600 PCIe Card - EDIMAX EW-7722PnD N600 Wireless Dual-Band Adapter = $676 Build 3: INTEL v.B - HOLIDAY SALES!! \| TOTAL: $2108 (final price higher because of decision to get 2x graphics cards crossfire and more hdd and ssd) Note: Included mostly upgraded parts that are around the same price range. So the cost is almost same as other builds (still less expensive) but is a better and more powerful build! Spoiler (Case) $40 - Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower - SALE - was $60 (RAM) $77 - Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PSU) $60 - CORSAIR TX Series CMPSU-750TX 750W ATX12V v2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE -- HUGE SALE $45 OFF + $25 MIR (ODD) $17 - ASUS 24X DVD Burner - SALE (HDD) $225 - Western Digital WD Green WD20EARX 2TB 64MB Cache SATAIII 6.0Gb/s x3 (6TB) - SALE 2TB SATA3 HDD (SSD) $115 - OCZ Agility 4 256GB SATAIII 6.0Gb/s = $534 (Mobo) $99 - MSI Z77A-G45 - SALE - was $130 (CPU) $300 - Intel Core i7-3770K - Found one at MicroCenter.com (Before tax and shipping $229). - SALE - was $320 EDIT: Microcenter didn't work out. Bought on Newegg on Black Friday for $300 free ship. (GPU) $475 - SAPPHIRE HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 CROSSFIRE DUAL (x2) - Crazy Deal = $874 [Peripherals] (WIFI) $20 - D-Link DWA-566 Dual Band Wireless Adapter IEEE 802.11a/g/n PCI Express Up to 300Mbps - SALE! (was Newegg for $100 sale for $70) (EXT) $4 - 4x Extra 18" black color SataII Cables (EXT) $20 - Sata3 Extension Cables x5 (EXT) $10 - DVI Cable = $700 DIDN'T BUY Spoiler (Case) $65 - COOLER MASTER HAF 912 - SALE (Case) $80 - COOLER MASTER HAF 922 - SALE + $15 rebate (GPU) $248 - GIGABYTE GV-R787OC-2GD Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 - SALE (only reason is because I got the 7950) SOLD OUT: (RAM) $60 - 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB 1600 DDR3 - SALE -- Nice trance song I just found, for your enjoyment: __________________ MSI Z77A-G45 \| Sapphire HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 x2 CROSSFIRE \| Intel Core i7-3770K \| Patriot Viper 3 16GB 1866 CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX \| OCZ Agility 4 256GB SATAIII \| 10TB WD SATAIII HDDs \| Rosewill Challenger Case Selling 2x HD 7950 3GB: http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=182118 Last edited by vawrvawerawe; Nov 29, 2012 at 01:16 AM.

Nov 11, 2012, 04:54 PM	#2
xxdozer322 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Santa Ana, Ca. Posts: 381 (0.96/day) Thanks: 175 Thanked 128 Times in 79 Posts System Specs	build 3 hands down. __________________ heatware. http://heatware.com/eval.php?id=78934

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Nov 11, 2012, 07:51 PM	#3
n3rdf1ght3r Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 215 (0.44/day) Thanks: 137 Thanked 162 Times in 65 Posts System Specs	I would go with Build 3. I also have an old OCZ ModXStream 600W lying around that I could sell to you if you are interested, could prolly save you some money. I live in Canada though so ya. __________________ CPU crunchers- (12 Cores + 18 Threads) i7 960/i5 3210m/C2Q QX6700/PD 935 GPU crunchers- (864 CUDA cores + 1408 Shaders) GTX 570/GTX 650m/Radeon 6950 FREE ARMA III KEYS!

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Nov 11, 2012, 08:04 PM	#5
DrunkenMafia Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cairns QLD, Aussie Posts: 1,868 (0.80/day) Thanks: 230 Thanked 239 Times in 215 Posts System Specs	You need to squeeze an SSD in there it makes a huge speed difference to any pc and hunt around to try find a 660ti or 7950. __________________

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Nov 11, 2012, 08:59 PM	#8
vawrvawerawe Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 514 (2.35/day) Thanks: 272 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	So hey guys, am I missing anything? Obviously I'm going to do build 3, but are there are parts I am going to need that I don't have listed? Like fans or something? __________________ MSI Z77A-G45 \| Sapphire HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 x2 CROSSFIRE \| Intel Core i7-3770K \| Patriot Viper 3 16GB 1866 CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX \| OCZ Agility 4 256GB SATAIII \| 10TB WD SATAIII HDDs \| Rosewill Challenger Case Selling 2x HD 7950 3GB: http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=182118

Nov 11, 2012, 09:25 PM	#10
drdeathx Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago burbs Posts: 1,751 (1.17/day) Thanks: 45 Thanked 398 Times in 323 Posts System Specs	My honest opinion, save the money and go AMD 8320 and up the GPU to a 7970 or GTX680. If you game this will be a better rig. BTW, what will you use the desktop for? That is a good question for the recommendation.

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Video Card:	2x Sapphire HD 7950 3GB Dual X (3L short PCB) @1150/1500 1.25v
Hard Disk:	2x32GB STT SSD's raid 0, 1.5TB Seagate 7200.11
CRT/LCD Model:	STi 22"
Case:	Thermaltake Commandar MS-I Epic Edition
Sound Card:	E07K USB DAC->Fischer FA-002W High edition
PSU:	Antec TPQ-850 (Antec TPQ-1200 enroute)
Software:	windows 7 ultimate x64

Nov 11, 2012, 11:24 PM	#15
Am* Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 162 (0.27/day) Thanks: 27 Thanked 35 Times in 24 Posts System Specs	Whichever build you're going with, build 1 will be much cheaper with a lower end motherboard (990X, forget 990FX) & same CPU elsewhere (8320 can be found for $170, check microcenter). If going with build 3, go with a 3570K instead. Just pocket the difference towards a better GPU now or later on when you upgrade. __________________ BF3+Premium >>>>>>> every Call of Duty game combined And my BFBC2 stats Last edited by Am; Nov 11, 2012 at 11:33 PM.*

System Name:	3D Vision & Sound Blaster (ex Acceleron)
Processor:	Intel Core i5 2500K @ 4.4GHz (stock voltage)
Motherboard:	Gigabyte P67A-D3-B3
Cooling:	Thermalright Silver Arrow SB-E (Xigmatek GAIA SDT-1283 retired to file server)
Memory:	Back to G.Skill 2x4GB...(since the Patriot Vipers 4x8GB & Crucial Ballistix Tracers are FAULTY)
Video Card:	GTX 460 (GTX 660 RMA'd) -- waiting for Maxwell/Volta
Hard Disk:	Windows 7 Pro 64bit on Samsung 830 64GB SSD & 840 250GB SSD
Optical Drive:	DVD-RW drive
CRT/LCD Model:	BenQ XL2420T 3D Vision 2 120Hz @ 1080p
Case:	Fractal Design Define R4 Windowed with 6x 140mm Corsair AFs (R3 retired to file server)
Sound Card:	Creative SoundBlaster Recon3D Fatal1ty + Z506 5.1 speakers/CAL! headphones
PSU:	600W BeQuiet Straight Power (yes, it's a heterosexual power supply) 80PLUS Silver
Software:	Windows XP Pro/Windows 7 Pro 64bit (I have Win8, just can't be arsed to install...)
Benchmarks:	WTF is this...I don't even....

System Name:	"Naked Ivy"
Processor:	i7-3570k Costa (4.7 Ghz 24/7), Now de-lidded and NAKED!
Motherboard:	GA-Z77X-UD5H (rev1.1)
Cooling:	SWTech 320 Rad, Modded 655 Pump, Koolance 345
Memory:	16GB 4x4 G.Skill CAS9 2133 Sniper
Video Card:	Powercolor HD 7870 (Core at 1200, 5% bump in voltage)
Hard Disk:	WD 320 / 500KS / 500KS / 640KS / 640LS / 640LS / 640LS / 1TBFAEX
Optical Drive:	LG DVD+-R
CRT/LCD Model:	24" DELL 2405FPW
Case:	Modded HAF 932
Sound Card:	Onboard + HD HDMI
PSU:	Corsair HX750 (love it)
Software:	Win 7 Ultimate
Benchmarks:	Almost stable @ 4.9 Ghz, working on benchies

Nov 11, 2012, 11:36 PM	#17
vawrvawerawe Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 514 (2.35/day) Thanks: 272 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	Should I get 32GB RAM? only $30 each free ship DDR3 1600 __________________ MSI Z77A-G45 \| Sapphire HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 x2 CROSSFIRE \| Intel Core i7-3770K \| Patriot Viper 3 16GB 1866 CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX \| OCZ Agility 4 256GB SATAIII \| 10TB WD SATAIII HDDs \| Rosewill Challenger Case Selling 2x HD 7950 3GB: http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=182118

Nov 12, 2012, 12:04 AM	#25
vawrvawerawe Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 514 (2.35/day) Thanks: 272 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	UPDATE: Please tell me where you saw that price for the 3570K for $169 Ok, you are talking about here: http://www.microcenter.com/product/3...1155_Processor Unfortunately, it is In-Store Pickup Only. In any case, it's not urgent to buy that today wince the sale does not end today anyway. For now I need to focus on the urgent deals. __________________ MSI Z77A-G45 \| Sapphire HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 x2 CROSSFIRE \| Intel Core i7-3770K \| Patriot Viper 3 16GB 1866 CORSAIR CMPSU-750TX \| OCZ Agility 4 256GB SATAIII \| 10TB WD SATAIII HDDs \| Rosewill Challenger Case Selling 2x HD 7950 3GB: http://www.techpowerup.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=182118 Last edited by vawrvawerawe; Nov 12, 2012 at 12:10 AM.

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