Upgrading PC, need a few tips.

[SGTWolfmann]

I am currently looking around for parts to suit my needs. I would just like to know whether I should change a few things out, or possibly add things that aren't there that should be. (new to PC's in general, just looking for some friendly tips.)

And I know that storage solution needs to be changed.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SGTWolfmann/saved/4AqT

[TheNinjaNextDor]

What is your current build?

[Faceman]

I am currently looking around for parts to suit my needs. I would just like to know whether I should change a few things out, or possibly add things that aren't there that should be. (new to PC's in general, just looking for some friendly tips.)

And I know that storage solution needs to be changed.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SGTWolfmann/saved/4AqT

Could you follow the sticky please so we get a better idea of what you are trying to achieve.

[SGTWolfmann]

Sorry, I am looking at a budget of ~$1500 (US) or less preferably, and will be using it for some gaming and possibly light streaming/recording (mostly only minecraft on that front), I plan on running 2 monitors, and already have one, and already have the peripherals I want other than the one extra monitor, and I am currently looking to upgrade due to the fact that my current build was ~350$ (not sure entirely, as my brother actually built it) and isn't performing to what I'd like it to.

[Faceman]

Sorry, I am looking at a budget of ~$1500 (US) or less preferably, and will be using it for some gaming and possibly light streaming/recording (mostly only minecraft on that front), I plan on running 2 monitors, and already have one, and already have the peripherals I want other than the one extra monitor, and I am currently looking to upgrade due to the fact that my current build was ~350$ (not sure entirely, as my brother actually built it) and isn't performing to what I'd like it to.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM

Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM/by_merchant/

Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($189.99 @ Micro Center)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.94 @ OutletPC)

Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z87 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($94.02 @ Newegg)

Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($63.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($59.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card  ($479.99 @ NCIX US)

Case: Antec GX500 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($37.99 @ Newegg)

Total: $1040.33

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-15 17:53 EDT-0400)

 

I left the monitor out because I am assuming you will want to get a 2nd monitor that is the exact same as your current?  If not, here is a good LG, IPS panel monitor

 

     When I do my builds, I try and get the most possible performance for the lowest possible price.  I try and bring my builds to the apex of price and performance before reaching the point of diminishing returns.  You certainly have the resources to buy more aesthetically pleasing components or higher efficiency parts, but those expenditures will not impact in-game performance.  This is an incredibly powerful computer from day one, while remaining very upgradeable. 

     Another thing I want to mention is that a brand new line of processors from Intel is coming out, it should be available as soon as June 2nd.  The two components that you would have to switch would be your motherboard and your CPU.  Change the motherboard to a Z97, and the CPU to an i5-4690k.

     Lastly, Minecraft is not a very demanding game, and you could do with spend a lot less on a computer that will run and record minecraft smoothly.  This build will run Minecraft, and any other game that you throw at it for the foreseeable future.

[Faceman]

@SGTWolfmann

 

Do you need a copy of Windows?

[SGTWolfmann]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM

Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM/by_merchant/

Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqrM/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($189.99 @ Micro Center)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.94 @ OutletPC)

Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z87 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($94.02 @ Newegg)

Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($63.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($59.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card  ($479.99 @ NCIX US)

Case: Antec GX500 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($29.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($37.99 @ Newegg)

Total: $1040.33

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

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-15 17:53 EDT-0400)

 

I left the monitor out because I am assuming you will want to get a 2nd monitor that is the exact same as your current?  If not, here is a good LG, IPS panel monitor

 

When I do my builds, I try and get the most possible performance for the lowest possible price.  I try and bring my builds to the apex of price and performance before reaching the point of diminishing returns.  You certainly have the resources to buy more aesthetically pleasing components or higher efficiency parts, but those expenditures will not impact in-game performance.

Thank you for that, I'm new to all this, and basically all I know is from Linus, and really the only thing I'm most likely going to change is the case because I put some thought into the one I'd selected.

[Faceman]

Thank you for that, I'm new to all this, and basically all I know is from Linus, and really the only thing I'm most likely going to change is the case because I put some thought into the one I'd selected.

Everyone has to start somewhere, and welcome to the forum!

 

By the way, to let someone know that you have replied, you have to quote them or "@" them.

 

By all means, change the case.  I tend to use less expensive yet functional cases in my builds. 

 

Another thing I want to mention is that a brand new line of processors from Intel is coming out, it should be available as soon as June 2nd.  The two components that you would have to switch would be your motherboard and your CPU.  Change the motherboard to a Z97, and the CPU to an i5-4690k.  Lastly, Minecraft is not a very demanding game, and you could do with spend a lot less on a computer that will run and record minecraft smoothly.  This build will run Minecraft, and any other game that you throw at it for the foreseeable future.

 

If you live near a Microcenter, you should pick up your CPU and motherboard in-store for super bundle savings.

 

 

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.