$800 PC Build Advice

CallumD

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Hi, I'm looking for some advice on moving from console gaming to PC gaming. I am wanting this build to replace my Xbox and my laptop, I will be using this PC on my 1080p Tv to start off with and eventually want to run maybe 2,3 monitors and a tv. I will be using this to play games and want to be able to run games like GTA V, CSGO, and Ark Survival evolved (I know this is very badly optimized) at 1080p on decent setting at 60fps also want to be able to run future games like Tom Clancys: The Division. I would like to use this PC to edit my GoPro videos and occasional photo editing, I edit 1080p 60fps video and want to be able to edit without lag. I also want to get into YouTube so would like to able to record games and still play them at decent setting on high frame rates.

Approximate Purchase Date: Around December ( Christmas time )

Budget Range: $800 USD or $1250 NZD maximum. After shipping to New Zealand

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, GoPro video editing, Recording, Movie streaming (Netflix etc.)

Are you buying a monitor: Eventually yes but to start I will use my 1080p tv


Parts to Upgrade: Have no reusable parts since this is my first build

Do you need to buy OS: Yes but if I could skip out on the OS and get better parts I could probably get it from a friend or something.

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Trustworthy sites that can ship to New Zealand for cheap

Location: New Zealand, Auckland

Parts Preferences: Any parts that will get me the best bang for my buck and will last a decent amount of time

Overclocking: Maybe (Not to sure what over locking is all about)

SLI or Crossfire: Don't know what that is

Your Monitor Resolution: I will be using a 1080p tv and would like to run additional 1080p monitors in the future

Additional Comments: Would be nice to have a window and some LEDs if possible but is definitely not essential. Want a clean looking case not some super crazy colour.

And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I am upgrading because I am in need of a new computer as my MacBook is getting outdated and thought why not replace my Xbox One as well and get into PC gaming.

Thank you anybody who helps me with my choice :)
 

CTurbo

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How much would it cost to buy the parts from the US and have them shipped to NZ? Because you can get a lot more for $800 USD than you can for $1250 NZD



PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($299.95 @ Computer Lounge)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97M Anniversary Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.00 @ 1stWave Technologies)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($99.00 @ 1stWave Technologies)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.00 @ PC Force)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($345.00 @ 1stWave Technologies)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($147.00 @ Paradigm PCs)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($154.64 @ Ascent Technology)
Total: $1283.59
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-10-06 11:20 NZDT+1300




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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($175.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($67.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB SSC ACX 2.0+ Video Card ($317.93 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($55.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $776.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-10-05 18:23 EDT-0400




no rebates used
 

CallumD

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Thanks for the response really appreciate it. Not sure on the shipping costs but don't imagine it will be a lot. Will the second build run all the things I stated above? Also does this build have room for upgrades in the future? Thanks again :)
 

CallumD

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Just looked up the shipping cost to NZ and it was $30 USD just to ship the CPU. So I'm guessing it will be at least $200 to ship it all. Any suggestions on cheap PC part websites that have free international shipping?
 

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