thenoddingone :
Hey Guys I'm a relatively tech ignorant guy and need some help concerning building a PC. I have used my laptop for gaming but it is too weak to run next-gen games. I want to build a PC that can run Witcher 3, at something like 1080p 30+fps at least. I am willing to spend up to 800-900 $AUD.
Could you guys tell me if this is possible and recommend some parts
I've suggested a config that's $55 extra than the max $900 that you had requested for. I could've suggested you a config that would fit well within the $900 budget. But that may not have all reliable/durable components in that config.
So consider this solid build that offers reliability, durability and better price to performance value:
PCPartPicker part list /
Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($245.00 @ Centre Com)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97M-D3H Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($125.00 @ IJK)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($82.00 @ Umart)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.00 @ CPL Online)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R7 260X 2GB Video Card ($149.00 @ CPL Online)
Case: Deepcool TESSERACT SW ATX Mid Tower Case ($53.95 @ Mwave Australia)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($75.00 @ CPL Online)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/RSBS DVD/CD Writer ($21.99 @ Mwave Australia)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 OEM (64-bit) ($135.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $955.94
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-25 02:21 AEST+1000
- The MSI R7 260X is a stellar performer that allows you to play all modern games with medium/high graphical fidelity @1080p. It performs on par with GTX 750 Ti if not better, but for a lesser price.
Check these modern games benchmark of R7 260X Vs GTX 750 Ti:
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- R7 260X only require a 450W PSU that can deliver 19Amps or more on its +12V rail and has 1x 6-pin PCI Express power connector.
- The EVGA 80+ Bronze certified 500W PSU that can deliver a quality 40Amps on its +12V rail and has 2x 8pin (6+2 configuration, you can just leave out the 2-pin and just use one 6-pin), which is more than enough to power your entire rig.
- This PSU also allows you in future to upgrade to GTX 960/970/R9 270X/R7 370/370X.
- The i5 4460 is a damn good CPU for gaming that can handle any current modern games or upcoming ones with ease. This is a Non-K processor, so need for any third part CPU cooling solution, as the default CPU cooler that comes with this process will do a fine job.
- This build also allows you in future to upgrade with i7 4770/4790, if at all there arises a need.
- 8GB (2x4GB) is still the sweet spot for any meaningful good gaming experience.
- Why Gigabyte Motherboard & MSI Graphics Cards?
Because they make stable, durable and performance oriented Motherboards/GPUs with lowest RMA %. See the images below:
Gigabyte with least RMA percentage over the past two years
Major Motherboard and Graphics Card Manufacturers RMA Ratings
Read the full article here -
Reliability report: Gigabyte top for motherboards, MSI for graphics cards
Overall a no compromise solid built that meets your expectations.
Cheers!
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