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Right I'll opt for the MSI version, I think I'm all set now, thanks for all the responses. CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor HSF: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler Mobo: ASRock 970 Extreme3 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard RAM: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB)...

Ah ok, thanks. Any suggestions for an alternative to the HD 7950, I know you suggested the GTX 760 but it would really be stretching my budget as for some reason its more expensive in the uk. Or should I just stick with the 7950? Thanks for answering the other questions, really appreciate it.

Thanks for the responses, the GTX 760 you recommended is slightly more expensive in the UK then the 7950, also I kind of want something with 3gb memory since it seems more high end games require more Vram (bf4), I don't really know much about GPU so any alternative (better/cheaper) suggestions...

I'd love to get an i7 but it would really stretched my budget, I'm guessing a budget future proof rig isn't really realistic. I've been searching other posts and different site and I came up with this build: CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor HSF: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM...

Thanks for the response, what CPU would you recommend, I know Nvidia cards are best with Intel processors but I know that Intel CPUs are more expensive then AMDs. Just want to know what combination would be best for my budget.

I created an upgrade post about a year ago but I never got around to upgrading my rig because I wanted to wait and so what next gen was about and what it meant for PC gaming. I want to build a rig that would be slightly future proof when it comes to gaming, however whilst I'd love to grab 2...

If I did go with the FX-4300, what motherboard would you recommend? I do have a budget but I would like the best possible option.

A friend of mine put forward this build to me instead of the one I posted, can I get some feedback on it; whether it's better then the one I previously posted, power wise and value for money wise. ~£650(~$1000) CPU - Intel Core i5 3550,1155, Ivy Bridge, Quad Core MB - ASRock Z77 Extreme 4 GPU...

I think I may opt for the 670 then, I doubt I'll be able to afford any of the next gen cards; though I may wait to find out. Thanks for all your help Mclovits, I really appreciate it.

OK thanks Do you think there's anything in my current rig that I could use in my new rig? Also should I get a 660ti or 670? I did some research and there's mixed feelings on which to get, I am on a budget but I'm willing to go up in price if its worth it.

Can I ask what you mean by "reference card"? The PSU I was look at was: "630W be quiet! PURE POWER CM L8-CM 80PLUS Bronze Modular Power Supply"

So its near 2 years since I built my first PC, the specs for it are: CPU - AMD Athlon II X3 450 MB - Gigabyte GA-MA770T-UD3 MA770 GPU - MSI Geforce GTX 460 OC RAM - 4GB (2x2GB) HDD - 500GB Seagate Barracuda PSU - 530W Case - Cooler Master Elite 430 Midi tower I feel it's time for an upgrade...

Thanks for the reply Dey123, I will have a tinker with my settings whilst playing the beta. I have played the BF3 alpha and it worked quite well, however I do get frame rate issues with some games (Deus Ex being one).

I'm currently hooked up to a HDTV at 1024x768,I am looking to invest in a 1280x1024 one though.

With Battlefield and Skyrim coming out I was wondering whether to upgrade my graphics card, I'm currently using a MSI NGTX460 oc. I'm not sure if this card will get me the most out of BF3 or Skyrim, is there is any thing on the market that would significantly improve graphics at a reasonable...