Andrewr05 Posted October 5, 2013 Posted October 5, 2013 (edited) I've got an 1150 build on PCPartPicker.com (http://goo.gl/EC8Ff5) but I really don't think I need to go with such new hardware. His budget is ~$900 and I was originally thinking of going 1150 just to futureproof his build, but in hindsight not only would he not know the difference (not being rude, I just mean in terms of performance) but I doubt he is going to ever have the desire or the ability (new socket by that point most likely) to upgrade to a new CPU. So with that being said, would you guys recommend an 1150 build anyways or going with a 1155/2011 build knowing he'll never be upgrading his CPU? Also the GPU is just temporary for now, I plan on getting one of the AMD R7/R9 GPUs or one of the new Nvidia cards if they're out by the time he wants this build done. Edited October 5, 2013 by Andrewr05 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
l1il Posted October 5, 2013 Posted October 5, 2013 Huh, is it a mistake or does he already have a HDD? Your build does not suggests any, so you might be a bit off with that. That EVGA 500W B power supply,, is not one of the best. Transient voltages are all around the place, and crossload testing (starting or OCCT, by example) the 5V goes below ATX minimum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewr05 Posted October 5, 2013 Posted October 5, 2013 (edited) He has a 1TB and 2TB drive that are going in this build. Also, I think I'm going to try to drop an SSD in there too if I can find a decent one at a good price. I haven't really checked all the reviews on this particular PSU, but for its price it is quite recommend. As per here: http://www.legitreviews.com/evga-500b-500w-power-supply-review_122110 That build on PCPartPickers.com is just preliminary anyways. I'm sure in the meantime I'll come across better deals and it was basically just a showcase to show him what he could get for approximately $800-$900. Edited October 6, 2013 by Andrewr05 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
l1il Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 (edited) This is as low as I can get to be as balanced as possible for a gaming computer PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1Li2QPrice breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1Li2Q/by_merchant/Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1Li2Q/benchmarks/CPU: Intel Core i5-3350P 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($175.98 @ SuperBiiz)Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77-HD4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($113.98 @ SuperBiiz)Memory: Crucial Ballistix 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($77.48 @ Outlet PC)Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($84.99 @ Adorama)Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card ($209.99 @ NCIX US)Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($71.30 @ Newegg)Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B3ST/BLK/G/AS DVD/CD Writer ($22.99 @ Newegg)Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($85.87 @ Outlet PC)Total: $892.57(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-05 20:10 EDT-0400) *Edit do you think he needs a Blu-ray writer? Edited October 6, 2013 by StefenHeif Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewr05 Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 Thanks, but except for the SSD and the GPU upgrade that build isn't much different that what I have already. Also he want a case with USB and audio jacks on the top. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjloki Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 don't forget bosco has some 7970's left for CHEAP which will certainly fill the bill for less... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewr05 Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 don't forget bosco has some 7970's left for CHEAP which will certainly fill the bill for less...Oh damn thanks CJ, I actually did forget about Bosco's 7979s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ir_cow Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 its hard to hit the $900 mark. The best I could do was 1,100 with 2011 or 1150. I would suggest buying whatever you can used and save money. I have a Asus Gene IV 2011 laying around if you want it cheap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 $46 savings with no change in performance http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1Lsn4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewr05 Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 I would suggest buying whatever you can used and save money.I plan on looking around, like I said that build I posted above was just to show him roundabout what he could get for that money. I have a Asus Gene IV 2011 laying around if you want it cheap.If you want to get rid of it for about ~$100 then I'll snatch it up. Though that is socket 2011 and I'd ideally like to stick with AT LEAST 1155. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 I have some 1155 parts around still if you are looking for used. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IVIYTH0S Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 I would suggest buying whatever you can used and save money.I plan on looking around, like I said that build I posted above was just to show him roundabout what he could get for that money. I have a Asus Gene IV 2011 laying around if you want it cheap.If you want to get rid of it for about ~$100 then I'll snatch it up. Though that is socket 2011 and I'd ideally like to stick with AT LEAST 1155. I wouldn't do it, 2011 CPUs are much more expensive Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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