Approximate Purchase Date: I'd like to order the parts this week.
Budget Range: I'm aiming for somewhere around 1k usd (my current potential parts list it 1.2k including the OS and a new monitor, which is fine).
System Usage from Most to Least Important: gaming, web browsing, office suite & similar programs, occasional video analysis (not editing, and not particularly hardware intensive).
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, I'm thinking of ordering this one, but I'm going to check the local stores first.
Parts to Upgrade: cpu, mobo, ram, and gpu need to be replaced. I also want to add in a SSD for the OS and a few programs while using a mechanical HD for data storage.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes, Windows 7 x64 OEM
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com is my go-to
Location: Kirkland, WA, USA
Parts Preferences: I prefer Intel and Nvidia over amd as they seem to have fewer driver compatibility issues with new games.
My current case is an Antec 900 and my PSU is an Antec Neopower 650. I've done some research and put together a tentative replacement parts list:
gpu: gtx 670
cpu: intel core i5-2500k
mobo: asrock z77 extreme4 (I'm not exactly sure what I should be looking for in a mobo other than the right cpu socket and PCIe 3.0 for the gpu, although it sounds a z77 chipset would get the most out of the mechanical HD+SSD setup)
ram: 2x4gb ddr3 2133
ssd: ocz vertex 3
Overclocking: I plan some conservative amateur overclocking where I can, but it's not a focus. I put in the K version of the cpu so I can OC, but I haven't included an after-market fan because I'm not planning on trying to push it very far yet.
SLI or Crossfire: Not at the moment and not an essential feature, but it would be nice to have the option down the road.
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments: I'm trying to make efficient use of my money to build a gaming computer that will last for a good amount of time. I don't necessarily need the latest and greatest, but I am willing to spend a little more now for parts that will last me a little longer later on. My main concerns boil down to:
Have I correctly picked parts that will work together?
Am I wasting money anywhere?
Can I improve the build anywhere without a significant price hike?
Will a gtx 670 last me significantly longer than something like a gtx 570, or will they both start to feel dated at around the same time? (I appreciate that this is speculative)
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My current computer is 4-5 years old and its starting to show.
Thank you in advance, any help/criticism is much appreciated.
Budget Range: I'm aiming for somewhere around 1k usd (my current potential parts list it 1.2k including the OS and a new monitor, which is fine).
System Usage from Most to Least Important: gaming, web browsing, office suite & similar programs, occasional video analysis (not editing, and not particularly hardware intensive).
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, I'm thinking of ordering this one, but I'm going to check the local stores first.
Parts to Upgrade: cpu, mobo, ram, and gpu need to be replaced. I also want to add in a SSD for the OS and a few programs while using a mechanical HD for data storage.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes, Windows 7 x64 OEM
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com is my go-to
Location: Kirkland, WA, USA
Parts Preferences: I prefer Intel and Nvidia over amd as they seem to have fewer driver compatibility issues with new games.
My current case is an Antec 900 and my PSU is an Antec Neopower 650. I've done some research and put together a tentative replacement parts list:
gpu: gtx 670
cpu: intel core i5-2500k
mobo: asrock z77 extreme4 (I'm not exactly sure what I should be looking for in a mobo other than the right cpu socket and PCIe 3.0 for the gpu, although it sounds a z77 chipset would get the most out of the mechanical HD+SSD setup)
ram: 2x4gb ddr3 2133
ssd: ocz vertex 3
Overclocking: I plan some conservative amateur overclocking where I can, but it's not a focus. I put in the K version of the cpu so I can OC, but I haven't included an after-market fan because I'm not planning on trying to push it very far yet.
SLI or Crossfire: Not at the moment and not an essential feature, but it would be nice to have the option down the road.
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments: I'm trying to make efficient use of my money to build a gaming computer that will last for a good amount of time. I don't necessarily need the latest and greatest, but I am willing to spend a little more now for parts that will last me a little longer later on. My main concerns boil down to:
Have I correctly picked parts that will work together?
Am I wasting money anywhere?
Can I improve the build anywhere without a significant price hike?
Will a gtx 670 last me significantly longer than something like a gtx 570, or will they both start to feel dated at around the same time? (I appreciate that this is speculative)
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My current computer is 4-5 years old and its starting to show.
Thank you in advance, any help/criticism is much appreciated.
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