$1,000 gaming pc for future games?

[SamHall]

I plan to order all these parts in late September, so in about a month. I just want a gaming rig that will play Arma 3, Europa Universalis IV, BF4, Skyrim, ESO, Watchdogs, etc on high+ settings. Basically I'd like to play as many games as possible that will come out in the next 4+ months on high+ settings. I need the operating system included, but nothing else. And one request, if it can be fit into the budget without compromising gaming performance, I'd like the case to have green, blue, or red lights. If that can't be fit into the budget though a black case will do fine. Thanks for any help you can offer!

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

I plan to order all these parts in late September, so in about a month. I just want a gaming rig that will play Arma 3, Europa Universalis IV, BF4, Skyrim, ESO, Watchdogs, etc on high+ settings. Basically I'd like to play as many games as possible that will come out in the next 4+ months on high+ settings. I need the operating system included, but nothing else. And one request, if it can be fit into the budget without compromising gaming performance, I'd like the case to have green, blue, or red lights. If that can't be fit into the budget though a black case will do fine. Thanks for any help you can offer!

I would go for this build, bump up your budget $80 or $110 and these are are superb builds http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1rytN http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1rysh

 

[Seladon-1370374]

I would rather advice you to get this build. You don't have a monitor with it, but you didn't ask for one. The build is open for more evolution than this FX-6300 one, and will give much more solid performances.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($134.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: GeIL EVO Veloce Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.13 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($38.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $945.03
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-13 14:56 EDT-0400)

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

I would rather advice you to get this build. You don't have a monitor with it, but you didn't ask for one. The build is open for more evolution than this FX-6300 one, and will give much more solid performances.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryvz/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($134.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: GeIL EVO Veloce Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.13 @ TigerDirect)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: OCZ ModXStream Pro 600W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($38.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $945.03
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-13 14:56 EDT-0400)

Perhaps add a 650W Seasonic G Series PSU instead.
Updated Build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1ryK3

 

[SamHall]

Can I just replace the first builds CPU? I like the ssd and extra fans.
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SamHall44/saved/2b3H

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

Can I just replace the first builds CPU? I like the ssd and extra fans.
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SamHall44/saved/2b3H

Use the 8320, it is better than the 6300 and worth it. I suggest you use the Seasonic G Series 650W PSU and the 990FX Extreme4 to put the 8320 to good use. http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1sgOg

 

[SamHall]

How do I choose a best answer?

 

[Seladon-1370374]

You can't in a discussion topic, only in question ones.

 

[SamHall]

Ok, well thanks everyone for the builds I will definitely be making my first pc very soon!

 

[Seladon-1370374]

No problem, we're here for that, sir !

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

Ok, well thanks everyone for the builds I will definitely be making my first pc very soon!

No problem 😉, which build are you choosing?

 

[SamHall]

Ok, well thanks everyone for the builds I will definitely be making my first pc very soon!

No problem 😉, which build are you choosing?

I'm definitely going with this one http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SamHall44/saved/2bfU
I just changed the case to the variant with the window

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

Ok, well thanks everyone for the builds I will definitely be making my first pc very soon!

No problem 😉, which build are you choosing?

I'm definitely going with this one http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SamHall44/saved/2bfU
I just changed the case to the variant with the window

It should work brilliantly. Can you post pics when the build is completed by any chance?

 

[SamHall]

Ok, well thanks everyone for the builds I will definitely be making my first pc very soon!

No problem 😉, which build are you choosing?

I'm definitely going with this one

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/SamHall44/saved/2bfU
I just changed the case to the variant with the window

It should work brilliantly. Can you post pics when the build is completed by any chance?

I will set a reminder in my phone so i don't forget. It will be my first build, but I will try to make it look the best it can. I decided I'm going to order the parts around Labor Day, so be sure to check back like the week after Labor Day or something, I'm not sure how long it will take me.

 

[Manimal123]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Do not get the Extreme 4! EGt the M5A99FX PRO R2.0! It's a much better motherboard for the money!

AND GET A 7950! 3 FREE GAMES PLUS IT"S CHEAPER AND BETTER THAN THE 760!

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Do not get the Extreme 4! EGt the M5A99FX PRO R2.0! It's a much better motherboard for the money!

AND GET A 7950! 3 FREE GAMES PLUS IT"S CHEAPER AND BETTER THAN THE 760!

Aside from the 2 less phases on the M5A99FX PRO R2.0, they are practically the same. The 760 is better than the 7950 in raw gaming for the most part, they are around the same price. Of the 3 free games that come with it, none of them he will supposedly be playing.

 

[Manimal123]

Asus is a much better company than Asrock in the first place (Customer service, reviews etc.) ANd the M5A99FX is currently cheaper for more features.

If you overclock the 7950 it can beat an overclocked GTX 770. And 3 free games is still 180~ dollars saved of games he might eventually buy.

 

[SamHall]

I have a quick question on operating systems, can I just buy the windows 7 spl oem 64 bit or do I need the full 64/32bit one

 

[Seladon-1370374]

The 64/32 bit one actually includes both the 64 bit version and the 32 bit version. You don't need that.

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

The 64/32 bit one actually includes both the 64 bit version and the 32 bit version. You don't need that.

The Full one though, does help a lot when upgrading the system. If you change some components, it will not validate.

 

[SamHall]

Ok, and what's the difference between windows 8 and windows 8 professional?
I noticed there's no two in one version, just 64 and 32.

 

[The Q6660 Inside]

Ok, and what's the difference between windows 8 and windows 8 professional?
I noticed there's no two in one version, just 64 and 32.

Windows 8 professional adds some more business oriented features such as moar RAM support above 128GB, Media Center, Bitlocker and moar enterprise stuff.