$1000 Intel Gaming Rig - First Build

[camberto5]

I'm looking to build my first gaming pc with a budget of about $1000. I am looking to use an Intel CPU ( I already know what I will do if I choose the AMD route). I need all the hardware for a computer that can connect to wifi (do you need a wireless network card?), windows 8.1 (32/64bit) that is not oem, and I want a 1080p Monitor. Can anyone help me out? You can use Pc Part Picker to make the list or not. For the case I would prefer to use an ATX mid tower with a window like the Fractal Design Define R4 (my prefered case). I would also like a GPU with similar power to a Radeon R9 270x, GTX 760, or anything that will get me good frames, on high settings, on 1080p. Thanks in advance.

 

[EcoMCG]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Avexir Core series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 280X 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 Blackout with Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Rosewill Hive 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($63.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($94.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1080.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

 

[camberto5]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Avexir Core series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 280X 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 Blackout with Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Rosewill Hive 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($63.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($94.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1080.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Thanks for the suggestion! Everything looks great on it, and thanks for using the Define R4 in it. It seems like it would be a better idea to get a faster monitor above 60Hz because wouldn't that only put out 60 fps maximum? I know 60 fps is pretty much the sweet spot in gaming fps but in some games it would be nice to get even more with the R9 280x. I also really love that you used the Hyper 212 Evo because I've heard that is a great cooler and I want to get it as an upgraded heatsink.

 

[EcoMCG]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Avexir Core series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 280X 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 Blackout with Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Rosewill Hive 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($63.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($94.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1080.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Thanks for the suggestion! Everything looks great on it, and thanks for using the Define R4 in it. It seems like it would be a better idea to get a faster monitor above 60Hz because wouldn't that only put out 60 fps maximum? I know 60 fps is pretty much the sweet spot in gaming fps but in some games it would be nice to get even more with the R9 280x. I also really love that you used the Hyper 212 Evo because I've heard that is a great cooler and I want to get it as an upgraded heatsink.

You're welcome man! Thanks for all the good sayings! And yeah I do love the CM Hyper 212 EVO. I use it for my current build for 2 months and so far it's still doing good. It's still very silent and still works well. Happy gaming.