$800 gaming pc

[megadarkwood]

I am going to build my friend a PC for $800. He wants to play games like titan fall and bf4. Monitor mouse and keyboard are needed. Thanks.

Sorry for bad formatting I'm on my phone

[Shd0w2]

What resolution, settings, ect? do you need an OS too?

[WoodenMarker]

Is a copy if Windows needed as well?

[Rheinwasser]

peripherals is personal preference. tell us what he needs.

[ilikemacandpc]

Is a copy if Windows needed as well?

 

peripherals is personal preference. tell us what he needs.

yeah. we NEED more info. 

[Guest GRRigger]

Will he be overclocking? Need SSD?

[_ASSASSIN_]

cover this yo

[BustinJustin]

If you are wanting to get monitor, mouse and keyboard plus a copy of windows with a gaming PC, you are definitely going to go with an AMD APU

[Shd0w2]

With OS.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  AMD FX-6200 3.8GHz 6-Core Processor  ($129.99 @ Newegg Canada) 

CPU Cooler:  Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($28.50 @ Vuugo) 

Motherboard:  Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($48.96 @ DirectCanada) 

Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Video Card:  Asus GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card  ($264.99 @ NCIX) 

Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express) 

Power Supply:  EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply  ($29.99 @ NCIX) 

Optical Drive:  LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer  ($15.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit)  ($99.99 @ NCIX) 

Total: $793.38

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-16 15:15 EST-0500)

 

Without OS

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CPU:  AMD FX-6200 3.8GHz 6-Core Processor  ($129.99 @ Newegg Canada) 

CPU Cooler:  Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($28.50 @ Vuugo) 

Motherboard:  Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($48.96 @ DirectCanada) 

Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Video Card:  Asus GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card  ($349.00 @ Canada Computers) 

Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express) 

Power Supply:  Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 500W ATX Power Supply  ($48.75 @ Vuugo) 

Optical Drive:  LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer  ($15.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Total: $796.16

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-16 15:16 EST-0500)

[ilikemacandpc]

Edited Peripherals Suggestions: 

 

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Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit)  ($99.99 @ NCIX) 

Monitor:  AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor  ($129.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Keyboard:  Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($31.00 @ Vuugo) 

Total: $260.98

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-16 15:18 EST-0500)

 

Rig:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  AMD Athlon X4 750K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($88.32 @ TigerDirect Canada) 

CPU Cooler:  Cooler Master Hyper TX3 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($19.55 @ DirectCanada) 

Motherboard:  Asus F2A85-M PRO Micro ATX FM2 Motherboard  ($79.54 @ DirectCanada) 

Memory:  Kingston HyperX 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($53.23 @ DirectCanada) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.79 @ DirectCanada) 

Video Card:  Asus Radeon R7 260X 2GB Video Card  ($153.94 @ NCIX) 

Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express) 

Power Supply:  EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply  ($29.99 @ NCIX) 

Optical Drive:  LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer  ($15.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Total: $530.34

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-16 15:28 EST-0500)

 

The total for both is under $800. 

[Shd0w2]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

 

CPU:  AMD FX-4130 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($99.99 @ Memory Express) 

Motherboard:  Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($48.96 @ DirectCanada) 

Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ DirectCanada) 

Video Card:  Asus GeForce GTX 560 Ti 2GB Video Card  ($241.00 @ Vuugo) 

Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express) 

Optical Drive:  LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer  ($15.99 @ Canada Computers) 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit)  ($99.99 @ NCIX) 

Monitor:  BenQ GW2255 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($119.99 @ NCIX) 

Keyboard:  Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($31.00 @ Vuugo) 

Total: $831.89

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-16 15:24 EST-0500)

[dizmo]

@Shd0w2 what made you go with a 560Ti of all cards?

EDIT: You also forgot a power supply. Which I also forgot when editing your build.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU:  AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor  ($129.50 @ Vuugo)
Motherboard:  Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($48.96 @ DirectCanada)
Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ Canada Computers)
Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card  ($224.00 @ Vuugo)
Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express)
Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit)  ($99.99 @ NCIX)
Monitor:  BenQ GW2255 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($119.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard:  Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($31.00 @ Vuugo)
Total: $828.41

 

That'll give much better performance.

@WoodenMarker you might know a better mobo, I don't know much about the AMD boards.

[Shd0w2]

@Shd0w2 what made you go with a 560Ti of all cards?

EDIT: You also forgot a power supply. Which I also forgot when editing your build.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU:  AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor  ($129.50 @ Vuugo)

Motherboard:  Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($48.96 @ DirectCanada)

Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada)

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ Canada Computers)

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card  ($224.00 @ Vuugo)

Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express)

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit)  ($99.99 @ NCIX)

Monitor:  BenQ GW2255 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($119.99 @ NCIX)

Keyboard:  Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($31.00 @ Vuugo)

Total: $828.41

 

That'll give much better performance.

@WoodenMarker you might know a better mobo, I don't know much about the AMD boards.

I dunno to be honest, I have friends who have it and theyfind it good, so I threw it in there.

[WoodenMarker]

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That'll give much better performance.

@WoodenMarker you might know a better mobo, I don't know much about the AMD boards.

Better power delivery http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-ga78lmtusb3

[dizmo]

I dunno to be honest, I have friends who have it and theyfind it good, so I threw it in there.

The 270x wipes the floor with the 560Ti and it's cheaper.

I know what you mean though. My dad runs a 560Ti in one of his rigs. He only plays at 720p though.

 

Better power delivery http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-ga78lmtusb3

Think the drop in RAM speed will matter? Down to 1333mhz.

 

I know FX is better for OC'ing, but where does X come into play? Useless middle ground cost wise?

Are the 760G etc boards basically an H87/1ish equivalent? They're so cheap that I never know what's worth anything.

[WoodenMarker]

Think the drop in RAM speed will matter? Down to 1333mhz.

 

I know FX is better for OC'ing, but where does X come into play? Useless middle ground cost wise?

Are the 760G etc boards basically an H87/1ish equivalent? They're so cheap that I never know what's worth anything.

Not much of a difference. I'm thinking about whether the extra $5 is worth the peace of mind. 

It's generally better than 970 and worse than 990fx? It's not really useless. Remember that parts and prices vary from region to region.

The 760G is more like H61. 

[megadarkwood]

Sorry guys, ssd is not needed but preferred. Under $100 for mouse and keyboard . windows is not needed

Also,the keyboard does nor have to be mech

[dizmo]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU:  AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor  ($129.50 @ Vuugo)
Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($52.99 @ NCIX)
Memory:  Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage:  Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.95 @ Canada Computers)
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ Canada Computers)
Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card  ($224.00 @ Vuugo)
Case:  Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($34.99 @ Memory Express)
Power Supply:  Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Monitor:  BenQ GW2255 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($119.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard:  Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($31.00 @ Vuugo)
Total: $892.38

 

If he doesn't need the 1TB drive, and can get it later he's close to budget. A storage drive is super easy to add at a later date when he has more cash and 120gb is enough to have a few games on.

[WoodenMarker]

Sorry guys, ssd is not needed but preferred. Under $100 for mouse and keyboard . windows is not needed

Also,the keyboard does nor have to be mech

Is the $100 part of or separate from the $800?

[megadarkwood]

Is the $100 part of or separate from the $800?

separate

[WoodenMarker]

separate

What about the monitor?

[megadarkwood]

What about the monitor?

included

[WoodenMarker]

How's this look? http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/2WVfA