Gaming system needs an upgrade

[TribalLoser]

I am trying to make a good gaming system that's under $1000 that I can upgrade to since my current one sucks. Here is my initial attempt...

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($114.97 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Toshiba 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($179.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: BitFenix Raider ATX Mid Tower Case ($98.98 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($54.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Asus VX228H 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Razer Taipan Wired Laser Mouse ($61.96 @ Amazon)
Total: $947.82
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-11 02:59 EDT-0400)

Overall, I like this build based off what I've read (reviews and specs) and also how well I think it'll run. FYI, I like the BitDefender Raider case not only because it's cool looking, but also because it comes with 3 120mm fans

EDIT: Oh yeah! I forgot to include a list of games I'd like to play! Duh!
Planetside 2, Starcraft 2, BF4, World of Warcraft, Minecraft (yes, I know, but I'd like to add some shaders and maybe record a little bit with FRAPS), DOTA 2 and LoL. I also dabble a little in 3D animation, usually with Blender (because it's free)

Also, I wanted the Blu-Ray reading optical drive to watch movies. I have Windows 7 Professional already bought, too, so no worries about the OS. I prefer AMD and Nvidia, but whatever works, right? I am fine with overclocking; in fact, I AM going to overclock

EDIT 2: I forgot the power supply! 😀
Any suggestions?

Btw, the Case only comes with 3 fans if it's bought with BitFenix, otherwise I think it's only 1 fan...

 

[IDontUnderstand]

Only disadvantage of my build is more expensive and less HDD storage
Advantage wise, stronger CPU, motherboard, and GPU.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($152.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.98 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($143.84 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($249.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: BitFenix Raider ATX Mid Tower Case ($98.98 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS30 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus VX228H 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Razer Taipan Wired Laser Mouse ($61.96 @ Amazon)
Total: $1013.84
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-11 03:38 EDT-0400)

 

[William2014]

Hey man, could you tell me what fps you get on the games you play. Because I'm building pretty the same pc with nearly same parts (660,6300 etc.) I'd hate to find out I'm building a bad pc :/ So honestly what frames do you get. I hope it's not too bad 🙁

 

[TribalLoser]

Hey man, could you tell me what fps you get on the games you play. Because I'm building pretty the same pc with nearly same parts (660,6300 etc.) I'd hate to find out I'm building a bad pc :/ So honestly what frames do you get. I hope it's not too bad 🙁

I don't even have the computer yet 😛
The computer I have at the moment is nothing like this one

 

[tcb1005]

The GTX660 is quite a weak card for the price. You would be better off getting a Radeon R9 270 for just a little more. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202090

 

[tcb1005]

HIS makes this one for just $230. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161449

 

[William2014]

Oh lol nvm I thought u said the parts listed was your current build. My bad

 

[TribalLoser]

HIS makes this one for just $230. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161449

I think that the GTX 760 would be better, though, even with the higher cost

Remember that I play Planetside 2, which supports Nvidia's PhysX. So I guess that means I want Nvidia cards, not AMD

EDIT: I also want a card with APEX Turbulence (Nvidia only), but I don't know if the GTX 760 supports it

 

[IDontUnderstand]

After a bit of research, I believe that APEX Turbulence is/was a feature of PhysX, but it can act independently. Therefore, I'm assuming that all GPU that supports PhysX can run APEX Turbulence, which the GTX 760 is capable of doing.

Source: http://physxinfo.com/wiki/Category:APEX
Source: http://physxinfo.com/wiki/APEX_Turbulence

Have you checked out my suggested build from a few posts ago? I think it'll suit you better.

 

[TribalLoser]

Have you checked out my suggested build from a few posts ago? I think it'll suit you better.

Yeah. That's why I was saying the GTX 760 is better. I think it's my solution...