$450 AMD build help

[Frugal Panda]

I've planned to make my first gaming build with these components: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3ibEn . I decided to see how cheap I can go without the GPU for <$450 USD, as a friend of mine will give me his 6870 while he upgrades.

 

Do note I have absolutely no clue on choosing reliable components and whether or not they're compatible without pcpartpicker saying they're not. I can't ask my friend if he knows any more than I do since he got his rig off of CyberPower. I've been watching Linus's Fast As Possible videos, but I still feel as if I'm missing stuff that I should know before buying these parts. For example: what brand of motherboards, PSUs, and GPUs produce quality components with low RMA rates, what motherboard chipset is compatible without needing a BIOS update, and many other questions.

 

All tips are welcome!

[WoodenMarker]

Edits: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3iCWP

[LukaP]

generally, youd want a 970 ro up chipset for a newer FX processor, or it may throttle even at stock speeds

[shouldervalley]

Edits: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3iCWP

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[hawaiims]

 

I've planned to make my first gaming build with these components: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3ibEn . I decided to see how cheap I can go without the GPU for <$450 USD, as a friend of mine will give me his 6870 while he upgrades.

 

Do note I have absolutely no clue on choosing reliable components and whether or not they're compatible without pcpartpicker saying they're not. I can't ask my friend if he knows any more than I do since he got his rig off of CyberPower. I've been watching Linus's Fast As Possible videos, but I still feel as if I'm missing stuff that I should know before buying these parts. For example: what brand of motherboards, PSUs, and GPUs produce quality components with low RMA rates, what motherboard chipset is compatible without needing a BIOS update, and many other questions.

 

All tips are welcome!

 

got any old hard drives laying around you can salvage for the build? it can be from old laptops a ps3 etc.. 

 

personally at your price point I'd look at getting some of the components on the used market. I would get used RAM and a used CPU and hard drive if possible. Then you'll have maybe a 100$ left over that you'll be able to save up later on to buy a much better GPU for 180$ or so. 

[Guest GRRigger]

you dont need hdd?
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU:  AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor  ($139.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:  Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($30.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard:  Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($89.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory:  A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($63.99 @ Newegg)
Case:  Zalman Z5 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($33.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:  SeaSonic 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($56.51 @ Newegg)
Total: $415.45
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-29 16:54 EDT-0400)
 
i made build for ocing and stability. its a bit expensive, but you decide.
8+2 power phases heatsinked, seasonic psu
 
edit: added better case

[Frugal Panda]

got any old hard drives laying around you can salvage for the build? it can be from old laptops a ps3 etc.. 

 

personally at your price point I'd look at getting some of the components on the used market. I would get used RAM and a used CPU and hard drive if possible. Then you'll have maybe a 100$ left over that you'll be able to save up later on to buy a much better GPU for 180$ or so. 

Oops, forgot to mention that! I have a 500gb HDD on my computer right now. I don't plan on buying a new one with the money I have saved up just yet as I've only used 200gb so far with L4D2, Garry's Mod, and CS:GO.

 

As for other missed information, I do plan on gaming and OCing. I hope to get at least 4.0GHz to match the 8350 without spending the extra cash.

[WoodenMarker]

As for other missed information, I do plan on gaming and OCing. I hope to get at least 4.0GHz to match the 8350 without spending the extra cash.

4 ghz is easy. You should be shooting for 4.2-4.5 ghz with the 212 Evo depending on your chip.