As a complete noob with building PCs, I have done large amounts of research and I believe this build is the best for my budget ($800-$850). A few things could be argued but I wan't some more tips or feedback any of you guys can give me. I found this build on PCPartPicker and only changed the case. (Which was a BitFenix Comrade and I changed it to a BitFenix Shinobi Window). Anyways, here's the build. Any Feedback, tips, or advice is well appreciated. Thanks!

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i3-4130 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($119.97 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-H81.Amp-UP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($74.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($87.32 @ NCIX US) 

Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($79.99 @ Amazon) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($179.99 @ Newegg) 

Case:  BitFenix Shinobi Window (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply:  Corsair CSM 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($74.99 @ Amazon) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.98 @ OutletPC) 

Total: $831.64

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-29 13:37 EDT-0400)

Edited May 29, 201411 yr by ZeusTheGod200

I'd lose the SSD and get a nicer graphics card. You can also shave off a bit of money by getting a lower class power supply. As well, you might want a more powerful CPU.

CPU is probably going to hold back the potential of the computer as a whole. The i3 is pretty weak, being a dual core. Hyperthreaded i3's provide some advantage on specific tasks and programs, but more times than not, you won't notice a massive improvement.

 

As a complete noob with building PCs, I have done large amounts of research and I believe this build is the best for my budget ($800-$850). A few things could be argued but I wan't some more tips or feedback any of you guys can give me. I found this build on PCPartPicker and only changed the case. (Which was a BitFenix Comrade and I changed it to a BitFenix Shinobi Window). Anyways, here's the build. Any Feedback, tips, or advice is well appreciated. Thanks!

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i3-4130 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($119.97 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-H81.Amp-UP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($74.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($87.32 @ NCIX US) 

Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($79.99 @ Amazon) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($179.99 @ Newegg) 

Case:  BitFenix Shinobi Window (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply:  Corsair CSM 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($74.99 @ Amazon) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.98 @ OutletPC) 

Total: $831.64

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-29 13:37 EDT-0400)

 

 

I honestly think it is a terrible idea to go with an i3 dual core, I would go with an i5-4670k or FX-8320/8350. You can save money by not buying the operating system and put more money towards a better CPU or GPU. You don't necessarily need a solid-state drive, you will only notice a 15-20% difference in load times. So if you were to get rid of the things I suggested that would clear up like $200 or so, for better parts, like this build http://pcpartpicker.com/p/GBM97P . I'm not really a huge fan of AMD, but for budget builds under $1,000 they make great CPU's with great performance per price ratio.

Edited May 29, 201411 yr by aCoD Prodigy

If you were to go AMD, which I use, I'd go with the AMD FX-6350 and the Asus M5A97 LE Motherboard. (Sorry, I would paste a link but my browser never lets me on this website.) Is your budget confined to under $1,000?

I second some of the people here in saying to give up the SSD, and step up to the Core i5 4670K.  Sure, SSD reduces load times, but that's it.  The 4670K is overclockable, so it's somewhat future-resistant, it's quad-core, and it has much more cache.

Sadly, I am very disappointed in my self. I should of got tips/feedback before purchasing.... I already purchased the processor and case. So I believe that is stuck with me. However, do you think I should still drop the SSD and get a better GPU?

 

Edit: Going to try to return the I3 processor. I broke the seal to open the box, but didn't actually touch the processor or fan, hopefully I can! Thanks for all the feedback so far!

Edited May 30, 201411 yr by ZeusTheGod200

Sadly, I am very disappointed in my self. I should of got tips/feedback before purchasing.... I already purchased the processor and case. So I believe that is stuck with me. However, do you think I should still drop the SSD and get a better GPU?

 

Edit: Going to try to return the I3 processor. I broke the seal to open the box, but didn't actually touch the processor or fan, hopefully I can! Thanks for all the feedback so far!

Make sure to always research what you are going to buy, so stuff like this doesn't happen. The case is fine, like I said get feedback and research before you buy.

Just a update, i'm almost certain i'll be able to return the i3 processor as I bought it from Amazon.

I decided to go with a cheaper PSU, tell me what you think: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GL9NSY/?tag=pcpapi-20

And finally, I believe i'm going to get the Intel Core i5-4670k Processor

 

Alright, if I am able to return the processor, this is what I am looking at:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($228.99 @ NCIX US) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-H81.Amp-UP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($74.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($87.32 @ NCIX US) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($179.99 @ Newegg) 

Case:  BitFenix Shinobi Window (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply:  Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($49.99 @ NCIX US) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.98 @ OutletPC) 

Total: $835.67

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-29 22:00 EDT-0400)

 

Let me know what you guys think!

Edited May 30, 201411 yr by ZeusTheGod200

Very nice, my setup is nearly identical.  i5-4670K, 8GB DDR3, GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB, same HDD.  Can get over 70fps @1080p with max settings and Savior ENB.

 

Just a update, i'm almost certain i'll be able to return the i3 processor as I bought it from Amazon.

I decided to go with a cheaper PSU, tell me what you think: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GL9NSY/?tag=pcpapi-20

And finally, I believe i'm going to get the Intel Core i5-4670k Processor

 

Alright, if I am able to return the processor, this is what I am looking at:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($228.99 @ NCIX US) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-H81.Amp-UP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($74.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($87.32 @ NCIX US) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($179.99 @ Newegg) 

Case:  BitFenix Shinobi Window (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply:  Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($49.99 @ NCIX US) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.98 @ OutletPC) 

Total: $835.67

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-29 22:00 EDT-0400)

 

Let me know what you guys think!

 

The cheaper PSU you chose is terrible for a gaming build, I would stick with a Corsair CX 500M or an EVGA PSU.

The cheaper PSU you chose is terrible for a gaming build, I would stick with a Corsair CX 500M or an EVGA PSU.

This. You always want good clean power running to your system. Also, lower end brands advertise false wattages on their products sometimes. You might not be getting the full input you expect.

Moreover, don't get a better GPU if you will be sticking with the i3, as the i3 will hold back the potential of a better GPU. If you're planning to return the i3 however, I would highly suggest dropping the SSD and stepping up your GPU.

Edited May 30, 201411 yr by IronicRainbow

So the processor is being shipped back to Amazon shortly. Hopefully they'll refund it. I decided to change my case because it wasn't being shipped at all... so I have gone with the Corsair 230T. A great value gaming case, which only cost $10 more. I decided to stay with the 270 GPU and if the i3 is returned, i'll be going with the i5 4670k. Also, I have changed the PSU to the Corsair CX 500M. So after all that, is here the final result. Let me know you think. This is about as much as I want to spend, and is nearly the maximum of my budget. Thanks to all who helped so far!

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($189.99 @ Micro Center) 

Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-H81.Amp-UP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($74.98 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory:  Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($87.32 @ NCIX US) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($179.99 @ SuperBiiz) 

Case:  Corsair 230T Windowed-BLUE ATX Mid Tower Case  ($73.99 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply:  Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($49.99 @ Newegg) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.99 @ NCIX US) 

Total: $800.68

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-30 19:57 EDT-0400)

Edited May 30, 201411 yr by ZeusTheGod200