Cheapest Possible Gaming Rig Below $1000

Iswan Han

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I'm looking for a build that can run games like Crysis 3 on a 1080p res (i'm gonna use a 19" display though) & video editing. Anything below $1000 is the best. Below are the options that i'm looking for,

-Intel CPU (give me something that i don't feel like upgrading in a few years)
-Micro ATX (i like black case)
-Sli/CrossFire Capable (i'm gonna do it when i have cash to burn)
-Window 7/8 (i'm okay with either)
-No monitors/other peripherals

I'm not going for a budget build,i just want some great under $1000. The cheaper it gets, the better. Building a rig is my thing but buying parts, well then you can call me an idiot. :p

Discussion are welcome.
 

Hubzee

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If you want a CPU that will last you a while and performs well I'd go with the i5 4670k, which you can overclock. It may cost more initially but it will last you the extra cash. The bottom line is, it is hard to get good performance and parts you won't need to upgrade for a while under a $1000 and its always better to spend a bit more than ending up with a pile of junk that dosen't work that great and needs upgrading straight away.