I'm very stupid when it comes to building a computer, but I've seen a few videos and researched it a bit. I built a rig using my budget (1.3-1.4k) using pcpartpicker and microcenter, and I'm wondering if it's a strong build for gaming (and if it'll even work :P).
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 - System Build - PCPartPicker
updated link below
Thank you!
Last edited by Weegee64101; 01 Jun 2013 at 19:14.
Hello Weegee64101,
Looking over everything and yes it looks to be a strong build. I'll have another longer look at things like the case and PSU but it will game very well !
It looks good to me other than I would get at least a 700 Watt PS and Windows 7 Pro.
OK if it was me I would look for these upgrades:
PSU with 750 watt and full modular-Smart for additions and upgrades now and down the road!
Sealed water cooling like a H80i-Huge additional cooling capacity!
Add a 120gb or larger SSD and place OS and software only on it-Huge!
Switch brand of monitor from Acer to Samsung or LG or ASUS, minor point
Case is all subjective, I've built with Corsair, Thermaltake, Coolermaster and NZXT and they all rocked.
Actually if you use the H80i or any other sealed water cooler which I recommend with every fiber of my being it will already be applied to the plate of the pump. Also I can't stress enough that discounts have SSD in 128gb under $100.00 and I grabbed a 120 gb for $49.00 just do it it will make all the difference in the world and a clean install is easier than an image later!
Okay, I have a 730 watt PSU modular and I might be able to pull off a 128gig SSD.
Anything else?
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/11YGH (new link)
Also thanks a ton all of you, this cleared some questions for me.
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