First Gaming Build, Would Like Some Advice Before Pulling The Trigger

[UndeadGentleman]

Hello! This would be my first build on my own, my goal is to make a fairly good gaming machine that I can use to run games such as Skyrim and Far Cry 3 on high settings. I wanted to know if my build makes sense before I go ahead and buy everything, any and all help is appreciated!

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1rNQa

 

[Bejusek]

It's all good. The only remark is that XFX pro550w is not officially compatible with haswell C-states. You will have to disable them in BIOS. Read more: http://xfxforce.com/pt-br/Features/haswell-compatibility-with-xfx-power-supplies.aspx

I'd made a few adjustments:
I don't know why you decided on (mATX) Gryphon board. I choose a cheaper one (ATX).
GTX760 is faster and cheaper than HD7950.
With saved money, I replaced your Sandisk Readycache with a real SSD.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($147.86 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V200 Series 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $936.76
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-14 04:33 EDT-0400)

 

[girogalllas]

Very nice setup. But my opinion... go with at least a 120Gig of SSD or nothing at all.

 

[abgaut]

Go for it

 

[abgaut]

Go for it

 

[UndeadGentleman]

Thank you everyone!

 

[UndeadGentleman]

It's all good. The only remark is that XFX pro550w is not officially compatible with haswell C-states. You will have to disable them in BIOS. Read more: http://xfxforce.com/pt-br/Features/haswell-compatibilit...

I'd made a few adjustments:
I don't know why you decided on (mATX) Gryphon board. I choose a cheaper one (ATX).
GTX760 is faster and cheaper than HD7950.
With saved money, I replaced your Sandisk Readycache with a real SSD.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($147.86 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V200 Series 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($62.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $936.76
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-14 04:33 EDT-0400)

Thank you, I wasn't even aware of the incompatibility. And the cheaper motherboard is definitely better. Would it be ok to just upgrade to a XFX 750 to avoid hassle?

 

[Bejusek]

Yes it will. Even 650W XXX/Core is enough. No need to go for 750W unless there is a nice combo discount.
Here is a proper link for compatible models:
http://xfxforce.com/pt-br/Features/haswell-compatibility-with-xfx-power-supplies.aspx

 

[UndeadGentleman]

Yes it will. Even 650W XXX/Core is enough. No need to go for 750W unless there is a nice combo discount.
Here is a proper link for compatible models:
http://xfxforce.com/pt-br/Features/haswell-compatibility-with-xfx-power-supplies.aspx

Thank you! I now have the parts for my first build!

 

[Bejusek]

Glad to help. Please select best answer.