Mid Gaming CPU

[NoCh1]

Hi guys, I really need help. I wanted to buy a new CPU (mid-gaming).I'm from the Philippines. My budget is around 365 US dollars only. I wanted a CPU with no Graphics card yet, I am planning to save for the Graphics cards later. Can you give a list on what can I buy in this budget? Intel based setup will be good and I wanted to play Dota 2 and CS:GO at max settings even though I don't have video card yet. Thanks a lot and God bless!

 

PS: Sorry if I'm asking for a list but I really not that updated when it comes to hardware. 

[Fassive]

what socket is your motherboard? do you only need the cpu?

[austrianguy69]

 

Hi guys, I really need help. I wanted to buy a new CPU (mid-gaming).I'm from the Philippines. My budget is around 365 US dollars only. I wanted a CPU with no Graphics card yet, I am planning to save for the Graphics cards later. Can you give a list on what can I buy in this budget? Intel based setup will be good and I wanted to play Dota 2 and CS:GO at max settings even though I don't have video card yet. Thanks a lot and God bless!

 

PS: Sorry if I'm asking for a list but I really not that updated when it comes to hardware. 

 

I'd recommend you i5 4690 + H97 mobo, but you can also get the i5 4460 which is cheaper or i5 4690k+Z97, but since you only play CSGO and Dota 2, then an i5 4460 is already overkill

[Bensemus]

your whole budget is $365 US or just for cpu?

[NoCh1]

$365 for the whole CPU (Case included) no graphics card. I have other peripherals.

[NoCh1]

I don't have motherboard. I am planning to build a PC with that budget. Thanks!

[NoCh1]

I'd recommend you i5 4690 + H97 mobo, but you can also get the i5 4460 which is cheaper or i5 4690k+Z97, but since you only play CSGO and Dota 2, then an i5 4460 is already overkill

Hi thanks for this. Can it run dota 2 and cs go at max settings even though i dont have graphics card yet? Also, how about the RAM? brand and how many gigs. thanks!

[Knzsnchz17]

You should get the intel i5 4690 for 10200 pesos in PC express or the i5 4690K (if you want to overclock it) 10900 pesos.

[Razarza]

Are you buying from local shops or ordering internationally, either way look for a low end i5 and a h97 mobo like previously suggested. If that is over your budget go for an i3 4370 and a h97 motherboard.

[Suffokation]

Hi thanks for this. Can it run dota 2 and cs go at max settings even though i dont have graphics card yet? Also, how about the RAM? brand and how many gigs. thanks!

No CPU configuration on earth will be able to run CS:GO or Dota on max settings.

[Razarza]

Hi thanks for this. Can it run dota 2 and cs go at max settings even though i dont have graphics card yet? Also, how about the RAM? brand and how many gigs. thanks!

RAM doesn't matter, get the cheapest 8GB DDR3 kit you can also RAM speed doesn't matter unless you are using an APU. So something like an 8GB 1333Mhz kit is probably your cheaper option.

[Razarza]

No CPU configuration on earth will be able to run CS:GO or Dota on max settings.

Haswell should be able to get at least 120fps with some config tweaks, if you want CSGO to look pretty you should still be alright with high settings with no AA and maintain 60fps.

[austrianguy69]

Hi thanks for this. Can it run dota 2 and cs go at max settings even though i dont have graphics card yet? Also, how about the RAM? brand and how many gigs. thanks!

they all have an iGPU, but you should ofc get a GPU if you want good performance

grab 2x4GB DDR3 ram sticks! Brand doesnt realy matter, but e.g. Kingston Hyperx, ADATA, Corsair, Crucial, etc. are good companies

[NoCh1]

Wow this community is awesome! Thanks for all the replies guys. How about power supply? and any suggestion for a mid gaming case which is not that expensive.

[Prömetheus]

I think what he's trying to say is a PC as a whole, not only the CPU and the mobo

[NoCh1]

I think what he's trying to say is a PC as a whole, not only the CPU and the mobo

Yeah he's right. Sorry for misunderstanding.

[Blebekblebek]

something i3/i5

something h61/h81

something 8GB RAM

something case

something fan case

something PSU

something drive storage

 

if you buying new, get the cheapest version of everything

if you buying used, adjust it according the best stuff you can get with less amount of money you have to spend.

[NoCh1]

Here's my list so far:

 

 

Intel Core i3 4170 3.7Ghz 2-Core 

Asus H97M Plus

Seagate 1tb (ST1000DM003) 64mb sata or WDC Caviar Green 1TB (All Variation)

G.Skill RipJaws X (dual) 2x4gb ddr3 1600

No PSU

No Case

 

Total: $347

 

Suggestions for case and PSU please. thanks! 

[don_svetlio]

What GPU are you going to include? That is the determining factor when you are selecting the PSU. As for case, make sure it has enough room for your components and it has decent airflow. Other than that, just pick one that looks nice to you and call it a day.

[NoCh1]

What GPU are you going to include? That is the determining factor when you are selecting the PSU. As for case, make sure it has enough room for your components and it has decent airflow. Other than that, just pick one that looks nice to you and call it a day.

For the GPU, I was hoping that I will get GTX 960 in the future. For case I've chosen Aerocool GT Advance White Gaming. Will it be a good fit? 

I'm thinking if I just buy a generic PSU. I will just add it for the future upgrade when I buy GPU. 

 

[don_svetlio]

For the GPU, I was hoping that I will get GTX 960 in the future. For case I've chosen Aerocool GT Advance White Gaming. Will it be a good fit? 

I'm thinking if I just buy a generic PSU. I will just add it for the future upgrade when I buy GPU. 

 

Trust me and get a 80+ bronze 500W PSU. It will be more than enough for a 960. Just make sure it's a reputable brand (Seasonic, Corsair CX series and up, Antec, XFX).

[NoCh1]

Thank you all guys for helping!

 

My list:

 

Intel Core i3-4170 3.70GHz (Dual Core) Haswell Refresh Processor

Asus H97M-PLUS

Gskill RipjawsX 8GB Dual 1600 CL9 (F3-12800CL9D-8GBXL)

Western Digital Caviar Green 1TB

Aerocool GT Advance White Gaming

 

This is exactly shoot on my budget.

 

 

Future upgrade:

 

GPU

PSU

SSD

[NoCh1]

Trust me and get a 80+ bronze 500W PSU. It will be more than enough for a 960. Just make sure it's a reputable brand (Seasonic, Corsair CX series and up, Antec, XFX).

Will take note of that. Thanks!