I have a problem..

[cam_96]

I'm constantly looking for the solution to my problem. Its becoming a problem to me and its worrying. I don't know what to do, does this build look good?http://pcpartpicker.com/user/godlycam/saved/qjZzK8

I am constantly on the internet searching and searching and want to rid the headache and constant worry about something as little as... A GPU. I just want at least 60 fps all the time, don't care if it dips a little. I want to play BF4, watch dogs, Minecraft w/ shaders, far cry 3 etc.. I hate stressing over this, I want something like shadowplay because I want to record so preferably nvidia. I can't go over 1200 or maybe even 1150.. I don't know.. Just don't want to be stressed and worried and doing nothing but searching. I'm not a loser or anything as I'm athletic and stuff but I'm just stick in a huge bind. Thanks for all responses.

[cam_96]

I can't afford anything right now but I'm hoping to by the end of the summer.

[AlwaysFSX]

Seems like you're missing a case..

[Guest]

First off why in Gods name do you have to clarify that you aren't a loser? Second of all This build looks good for at or around 60 fps. I would get at least 8 gigs of RAM and a slightly better mobo. Also where is the case?

[cam_96]

Seems like you're missing a case..

(Already bought) inwin gt1

[cam_96]

First off why in Gods name do you have to clarify that you aren't a loser? Second of all This build looks good for at or around 60 fps. I would get at least 8 gigs of RAM and a slightly better mobo. Also where is the case?

Haha paranoia

[Guest]

Haha paranoia

Dude relax. The typical "PC Enthusiast" being a fat greasy dude who sits hunched over a laptop all day has come and gone. 

[AlwaysFSX]

Haha paranoia

Oh you're fine.

(Already bought) inwin gt1

Alright. Well for starters the 8150 is a bit dated, you're better off going with the 8350. You've got a really solid build to start with though. You can get an R9 290 cheaper than a 780 and it performs a little bit better. So far I've shaved $100 off of the final price for you. Also, the Kingston V300 is a pile now because they changed the firmware on it so it's super slow compared to what it used to be. This is the list that I've come up with:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor  ($174.99 @ NCIX US)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Asus M5A78L-M/USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($64.99 @ Micro Center)

Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($74.99 @ Micro Center)

Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($67.98 @ Newegg)

Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($52.92 @ Amazon)

Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Tri-X Video Card  ($369.99 @ Amazon)

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.99 @ NCIX US)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($99.98 @ OutletPC)

Total: $1015.82

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

[cam_96]

Oh you're fine.

Alright. Well for starters the 8150 is a bit dated, you're better off going with the 8350. You've got a really solid build to start with though. You can get an R9 290 cheaper than a 780 and it performs a little bit better. So far I've shaved $100 off of the final price for you. Also, the Kingston V300 is a pile now because they changed the firmware on it so it's super slow compared to what it used to be. This is the list that I've come up with:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($174.99 @ NCIX US)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Asus M5A78L-M/USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($64.99 @ Micro Center)

Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Micro Center)

Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($67.98 @ Newegg)

Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)

Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 290 4GB Tri-X Video Card ($369.99 @ Amazon)

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.98 @ OutletPC)

Total: $1015.82

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Thanks a lot. is there a feature like shadowplay for amd?

[AlwaysFSX]

Thanks a lot. is there a feature like shadowplay for amd?

There should be yeah. But you really shouldn't start planning for a build until you have the money. You never know what will change with prices.

[cam_96]

There should be yeah. But you really shouldn't start planning for a build until you have the money. You never know what will change with prices.

Yeah if the 800 series comes out and the 780 ti price goes down, I'll get that

[AlwaysFSX]

Yeah if the 800 series comes out and the 780 to price goes down, I'll get that

Sad hint, they don't. 680's still sell for $400+.

[cam_96]

Sad hint, they don't. 680's still sell for $400+.

That's why its pretty sad in that category. Even though its way worse than say a 770 yet the 770 is better and is cheaper.

[AlwaysFSX]

That's why its pretty sad in that category. Even though its way worse than say a 770 yet the 770 is better and is cheaper.

Actually the 770 is maybe 5% faster than a 680. It's essentially the same thing, just clocked higher.

[cam_96]

Actually the 770 is maybe 5% faster than a 680. It's essentially the same thing, just clocked higher.

That's like the amd r9 vs HD series. Rebatched with higher clocks with the r9 series. Do you think I should go with the 280x or 290

[AlwaysFSX]

That's like the amd r9 vs HD series. Rebatched with higher clocks with the r9 series. Do you think I should go with the 280x or 290

If you can stretch the budget, go with a 290. They're a good chunk faster than a 280x.

[cam_96]

If you can stretch the budget, go with a 290. They're a good chunk faster than a 280x.

What can the 280x do in terms of performance wise in game fps

[AlwaysFSX]

What can the 280x do in terms of performance wise in game fps

That depends on the game, game settings, resolution, core clock... But if you know how a 770 performs, pretty much the same.

[cam_96]

That depends on the game, game settings, resolution, core clock... But if you know how a 770 performs, pretty much the same.

1080p high-ultra. But the 290 can do ultra everything right?

[AlwaysFSX]

1080p high-ultra. But the 290 can do ultra everything right?

Yup. Especially at 1080p. You'll be good to go for a few years with it.

[S7117]

There should be yeah. But you really shouldn't start planning for a build until you have the money. You never know what will change with prices.

just as long as he can get the money for it. Im building my own pc and im buying them each when they are at their lowest price

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/

 

helps alot so you can see most major stores prices and a graph of which shows you when prices can go up or down....

 

hint beginning of months are cheaper from what ive seen

[cam_96]

Yup. Especially at 1080p. You'll be good to go for a few years with it.

I heard at least 4 years at 1080p. 2 at 1440p - 4k.. Should I get the sapphire tri-x, gigabyte windforce, MSI or what?

[AlwaysFSX]

I heard at least 4 years at 1080p. 2 at 1440p - 4k.. Should I get the sapphire tri-x, gigabyte windforce, MSI or what?

I'd go with a Sapphire card over the others.

[cam_96]

I'd go with a Sapphire card over the others.

Ok that's what I heard was the best