My first PC Build!

[namarino]

Ok so this is my frist PC build ever, but I'm a little confused. So I put together this first build and it looks like this:

 

 

CPU: AMD A10 7850K Quad Core APU

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-F2A88XM-D3H Micro ATX FM2+

Memory: G. Skill Ares Series 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3-2400

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5'' 7200RPM Internal Hard

Video Card: MSI Radeon R7 260X 2GB Video Card

Case: Aerocool DS cube Black Edition Silent cube

Power Supply: SeaSonic 400W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power

 

I'm not a huge PC gamer, I prefer consoles, but there are a few PC games that I would like to play, like Assetto Corsa maybe. I thought that this would provide me with a value gaming solution as it would allow me to crossfire the r7 260x with the on board graphics.

 

But then I started looking around and I saw an AMD FX8320 which has 8 cores and runs at 3.5 GHz and is a little cheaper than the A10. But then I would have to get a better graphics card, and change the whole build really, and I would lose the value that the original build had.

 

Can I get some suggestions from you guys on what I should do? I'm really leaning toward A10 because of its value and the fact that it will get better over time as game developers start optimizing their games for Mantle.

[LiamApex]

Nice ! Good job for a first time man happy gaming if you want tips i would personally stick with the apu and maby get this gpu http://www.amazon.com/XFX-Double-933MHz-Graphics-R9280ATDFD/dp/B00J44WVYG/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1416264397&sr=1-2&keywords=r9+280

[AlwaysFSX]

APU -> No dedicated GPU

Dedicated GPU -> APU becomes useless

 

I would not buy that system. What's your budget for the system?

[79wjd]

Swap the 7850k for a 760k/860k and swap the 260x for a 270.

[OriginalPromise]

Can we have a your budget and location?

You can do better.

[Nico123473]

don't get an APU, just get a normal processor and a better GPU like a 270x

[pinksnowmanshandle]

don't get an APU, just get a normal processor and a better GPU like a 270x

He could get an APU but he might be better off going for an R7 250(x) so that he could access the integrated GPU and the dedicated GPU.

[79wjd]

He could get an APU but he might be better off going for an R7 250(x) so that he could access the integrated GPU and the dedicated GPU.

A dedicated gpu is ONLY good on a very tight budget (and by that I mean VERY tight). 

 

a 760k + 270 ($200~) will beat a 7850k+250x ($240~)

[dizmo]

APU -> No dedicated GPU

Dedicated GPU -> APU becomes useless

 

I would not buy that system. What's your budget for the system?

This.

 

Since you already have a GPU, you might as well get the better stand alone CPU, then spend the extra $30 into a better GPU.

Try to at least get a 280.

[pinksnowmanshandle]

A dedicated gpu is ONLY good on a very tight budget (and by that I mean VERY tight). 

 

a 760k + 270 ($200~) will beat a 7850k+250x ($240~)

OT, I changed the gif I used I had higher expectations. 

Anyways, yeah I suppose.

[Nico123473]

He could get an APU but he might be better off going for an R7 250(x) so that he could access the integrated GPU and the dedicated GPU.

yes, that is also a good idea and probably cheaper

[namarino]

My budget is about 800 dollars. So would you say get a different GPU or a better processor and a different GPU???

[namarino]

Can we have a your budget and location?

You can do better.

 

 

APU -> No dedicated GPU

Dedicated GPU -> APU becomes useless

 

I would not buy that system. What's your budget for the system?

My budget is about 800 dollars. So would you recommend scrapping the APU and going with a different graphics card as well? Or should I stick with the APU and change the graphics card?

[Gr8White_Bear]

My budget is about 800 dollars. So would you say get a different GPU or a better processor and a different GPU???

you could definitely get a much better PC for $800.

[Gr8White_Bear]

Location?

[namarino]

Location?

Virginia, United States

[OriginalPromise]

My budget is about 800 dollars. So would you recommend scrapping the APU and going with a different graphics card as well? Or should I stick with the APU and change the graphics card?

You're in luck because I just finished building a ~$850 build for somebody else.

If you're in the US... 

 

I forgot to add a 1TB HDD. If this is out of range, take out the SSD and cut some corners.

 

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/DxRtrH

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

 

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($116.94 @ SuperBiiz) 

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H81-D3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($58.99 @ Directron) 

Memory: Team Zeus Red 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($64.99 @ Newegg) 

Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($119.99 @ Amazon) 

Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 290 4GB PCS+ Video Card  ($249.00 @ Newegg) 

Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case  ($49.99 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ Micro Center) 

Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer  ($13.99 @ Newegg) 

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($97.46 @ OutletPC) 

Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter  ($14.36 @ SuperBiiz) 

Total: $885.68

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-17 18:21 EST-0500

[AlwaysFSX]

My budget is about 800 dollars. So would you recommend scrapping the APU and going with a different graphics card as well? Or should I stick with the APU and change the graphics card?

Here's my suggestion:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor  ($124.99 @ Amazon)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($31.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($54.98 @ NCIX US)

Memory: Team Zeus Red 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($64.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($66.50 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($51.99 @ Directron)

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card  ($252.00 @ Newegg)

Case: Aerocool DS Cube Black Edition Silent Cube MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($98.99 @ Directron)

Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($54.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $801.42

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-17 18:27 EST-0500

[namarino]

Here's my suggestion:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor  ($124.99 @ Amazon)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($31.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard  ($54.98 @ NCIX US)

Memory: Team Zeus Red 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($64.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($66.50 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($51.99 @ Directron)

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card  ($252.00 @ Newegg)

Case: Aerocool DS Cube Black Edition Silent Cube MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($98.99 @ Directron)

Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($54.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $801.42

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-17 18:27 EST-0500

Yeah i like this. Do you think it would game well? Sorry for that question, i'm still learning. haha

[AlwaysFSX]

Yeah i like this. Do you think it would game well? Sorry for that question, i'm still learning. haha

The R9 290 is the second fastest card AMD has out at the moment, yeah it can game pretty well. :lol:

[namarino]

The R9 290 is the second fastest card AMD has out at the moment, yeah it can game pretty well. :lol:

hahaha alright man thanks so much!!! I really appreciate it. And you used some of the parts that I picked out so it still feels like my creation. haha

[AlwaysFSX]

hahaha alright man thanks so much!!! I really appreciate it. And you used some of the parts that I picked out so it still feels like my creation. haha

If you've got any more questions don't hesitate to ask us, we'll do our best to answer them.

[namarino]

If you've got any more questions don't hesitate to ask us, we'll do our best to answer them.

Hey man, one more question. Do I have to get a wireless card or does the MOBO have on-board wireless capabilities?

[AlwaysFSX]

Hey man, one more question. Do I have to get a wireless card or does the MOBO have on-board wireless capabilities?

You will need a wireless card. Which I think screws with the build because of the slots... I'll fiddle with it after taking a shower.

[namarino]

You will need a wireless card. Which I think screws with the build because of the slots... I'll fiddle with it after taking a shower.

Sure thing. Thanks man!