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Hello! So I don't want to hang around with my stock desktop anymore and I want to build my own gaming computer, yet i don't have to much knowledge on what parts are good/not good. I'd like to run minecraft on 60+ fps with hd settings/texturepacks/ and shaders, I don't play many other PC games but I might in the future. Can anyone help me out on a build? My budget is probably around 1000-1500 but i would rather spend less since its my parents who are being willing enough to buy me one!
What is this computer going to be used for?
HD Minecraft, making large renders on chunky, recording mc, and possible other pc games
What is your budget?
$1000-1500
Where do you live? If in the US, do you have a nearby Microcenter?
Washington state, and frys electronics if that even counts. (Im happy to order pieces online)
What is included in the budget?
I need everything except a monitor, keyboard, and mouse!
Will be overclocking?
I would greatly like to, but if i can get good results without then its not necessary
Will you be reusing any parts?
Only my monitor keyboard and mouse like I said before
What OS do you want?
I don't really like it but ill go with Win 8 since Im used to it now
Any specific case preferences?
Nothing over the top and to flashy, I think they look ugly
Any other special features that you want in the build?
Room for upgrades in the future, and also an nvidia GPU that allows for shadowplay (preferably a gtx 770, but others will do)
Thanks for the help in advance!
What is this computer going to be used for?
HD Minecraft, making large renders on chunky, recording mc, and possible other pc games
What is your budget?
$1000-1500
Where do you live? If in the US, do you have a nearby Microcenter?
Washington state, and frys electronics if that even counts. (Im happy to order pieces online)
What is included in the budget?
I need everything except a monitor, keyboard, and mouse!
Will be overclocking?
I would greatly like to, but if i can get good results without then its not necessary
Will you be reusing any parts?
Only my monitor keyboard and mouse like I said before
What OS do you want?
I don't really like it but ill go with Win 8 since Im used to it now
Any specific case preferences?
Nothing over the top and to flashy, I think they look ugly
Any other special features that you want in the build?
Room for upgrades in the future, and also an nvidia GPU that allows for shadowplay (preferably a gtx 770, but others will do)
Thanks for the help in advance!
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AMD now has a feature in it's GPUs called GameDVR. This is essentially the same as Shadowplay, just for AMD cards. Plus, with AMD's cards now being (usually) cheaper than nVidia's, you're going to be able to save some money.
Here's a great non-overclocking build. It will do whatever you need. It also has a SSD. The budget went around $1100 to start, but with rebates it will come in at around $1080.
In general, overclocking isn't going to be needed (or wanted) unless you are a serious computer person looking to increase their computer's performance or a serious OC'er looking for bragging rights. However, here is a good overclocking build that will help you do whatever you need and still do relatively well in overclocking.
Here's a great non-overclocking build. It will do whatever you need. It also has a SSD. The budget went around $1100 to start, but with rebates it will come in at around $1080.
Build
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1081.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:30 EDT-0400
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1081.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:30 EDT-0400
In general, overclocking isn't going to be needed (or wanted) unless you are a serious computer person looking to increase their computer's performance or a serious OC'er looking for bragging rights. However, here is a good overclocking build that will help you do whatever you need and still do relatively well in overclocking.
Build
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 Guard-Pro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1107.85
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:37 EDT-0400
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 Guard-Pro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1107.85
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:37 EDT-0400
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I thought it was called Raptr or something?
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Being powered by Raptr doesn't mean it's Raptr.
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You will probably want a bigger power supply. You'd be good with a 750W. A power supply will probably be around $80-100.
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600W is the max I would recommend, any more and you'd be overspending. A good power supply costs about $50 in the case of Corsair.
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CheesyRiceAfootplutoCheesyRice
Again, overpriced ram. Also why are you getting the k version of the 4690 in a non overclocking build??? Thats a waste of money.
The ram you linked is more expensive upfront. And like i said i forgot to change the CPU.
Upfront yes, but its cheaper with the rebate.
I find mail-in rebates are more of a pain then they are worth.
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AfootplutoCheesyRice
Again, overpriced ram. Also why are you getting the k version of the 4690 in a non overclocking build??? Thats a waste of money.
The ram you linked is more expensive upfront. And like i said i forgot to change the CPU.
Upfront yes, but its cheaper with the rebate.
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CheesyRice
Again, overpriced ram. Also why are you getting the k version of the 4690 in a non overclocking build??? Thats a waste of money.
The ram you linked is $20 more expensive upfront. And like i said i forgot to change the CPU.
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Creeper7111AfootplutoHere is a good non-overclocking build.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1064.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:21 EDT-0400
Isn't this a non-overclocking build?
Oops forgot to change out the CPU. I fixed it now.
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AfootplutoHere is a good non-overclocking build.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1064.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:21 EDT-0400
Isn't this a non-overclocking build?
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Oh and also, is there any SSD's out there that arent super expensive but still work well? or am I not going to be able to fit that in my budget
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This one is good. Just know that solid state drives are expensive, especially for a lot of space. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/samsung-in ... mz7te250lw
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You can easily fit a ssd in the build.
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wow thanks for the really quick reply! I will look into this!
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Here is a good non-overclocking build.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1049.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:31 EDT-0400
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1049.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:31 EDT-0400
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Here is a very good overclocking build.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H60 54.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus Z97M-PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($126.97 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1159.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:13 EDT-0400
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H60 54.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus Z97M-PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($126.97 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1159.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:13 EDT-0400
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Why the expensive ram? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-me ... m1a1600c11 is cheaper and just as good.
Again, expensive ram. Also why are you getting the k version of the 4690 in a non overclocking build??? Thats a waste of money.
Op get your OS at /r/softwareswap. Save $100 and you can get an 840 EVO.
AfootplutoHere is a good non-overclocking build.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($383.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1064.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 22:21 EDT-0400
Again, expensive ram. Also why are you getting the k version of the 4690 in a non overclocking build??? Thats a waste of money.
Op get your OS at /r/softwareswap. Save $100 and you can get an 840 EVO.
