Good budget gaming Rig????

[hackslash_]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9RWvCJ
Please tell me?????
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($222.75 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: G.Skill NS Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($309.99 @ Newegg)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black/Blue ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Raidmax 635W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Micro Center)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $931.41
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-12 08:58 EDT-0400

 

[ExOArTiE]

You have inserted no rig. Do the BBCODE Markup and copy and paste it.

 

[hackslash_]

Now I have

 

[ExOArTiE]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9RWvCJ
Please tell me?????
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($222.75 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: G.Skill NS Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($309.99 @ Newegg)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black/Blue ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Raidmax 635W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Micro Center)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $931.41
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-12 08:58 EDT-0400

I would change the PSU to an XFX XTR 650w and change the GPU to a Gigabyte,MSI 4G or Asus Strix 970. Apart from that it is quite a good build.

 

[hackslash_]

Why?

 

[Archaic59]

Ditch that raidmax PSU straight away and pick one from tier1 or tier2 from this list.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

 

[maddogfargo]

Archaic59 and Exoartie are right. Lose the Raidmax PSU.

A decent budget PSU is the Rosewill Hive or Capstone. Also, any on the list linked above are good PSU choices.


Everything else looks solid.

+1 for Gigabyte G1 Gaming GTX 970

 

[logainofhades]

Why?

Because Raidmax doesn't make PSU's. They make paperweights that have the ability to catch your system on fire. Z97 anniversary is not a very suitable motherboard, for that CPU. Is only has 4 phase power, and does not support SLI.

 

[Pwnography-XXII]

I'd go with Seasonic's. Period.

Anyway, are you sure you're going with the Zotac?

 

[hackslash_]

I dont know what are your recommendations? I am 13 and don't know too much abouts pcs. I am looking for a decent budget psu? Any better budget mobos and gpus?

 

[Archaic59]

Here's a video of Raidmax PSU's in action...LMAO:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ezk9OA7aKOE

 

[hackslash_]

lol what psu should I get then?

 

[ExOArTiE]

lol what psu should I get then?

Tier 1 or Tier 2 from the link above in this thread.

I would personally go with XFX XTR series, Seasonic, Corsair AX/HX/GS Series.

 

[hackslash_]

I'd go with Seasonic's. Period.

Anyway, are you sure you're going with the Zotac?

Should I get the Zotac? Is there a better bang for my buck? Also is my mobo good?

 

[hackslash_]

This seasonic?
https://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss600et

 

[Pwnography-XXII]

I'd go with Seasonic's. Period.

Anyway, are you sure you're going with the Zotac?

Should I get the Zotac? Is there a better bang for my buck? Also is my mobo good?

It depends on your budget. I'd get the Asus, EVGA or GB. As they're the most reliable brands out there, IMHO. For your PSU I'd get these http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss750am I'll be using it in a couple of months too. Though, 600w+ would suffice. Let me know your thoughts

 

[ExOArTiE]

I'd go with Seasonic's. Period.

Anyway, are you sure you're going with the Zotac?

Should I get the Zotac? Is there a better bang for my buck? Also is my mobo good?

It depends on your budget. I'd get the Asus, EVGA or GB. As they're the most reliable brands out there, IMHO. For your PSU I'd get these http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss750am I'll be using it in a couple of months too. Though, 600w+ would suffice. Let me know your thoughts

Dont forget MSI.

 

[hackslash_]

Updated Build? Is it solid?
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($222.75 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill NS Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($329.99 @ Newegg)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black/Blue ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 750W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($55.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.95 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $969.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-12 12:04 EDT-0400

 

[Archaic59]

No. The Corsair PSU is not good quality. XFX TS 550, Seasonic M1211 or S1211, or ANTEC HCG 520

 

[hackslash_]

Corsair isn't good? Wow never heard that before.

 

[Archaic59]

Corsair isn't good? Wow never heard that before.

The Corsair AXi and HXi are good but expensive. The CX and CS are not so good.

 

[hackslash_]

Added the XFX TS 550 Solid?

 

[logainofhades]

TX and HX are good too.

 

[Archaic59]

Added the XFX TS 550 Solid?

Yes the XFX TS 550 is good.

 

[logainofhades]

The Z97 PC mate is not a good board either. It is in the same class as the Z97 anniversary. The Asrock Z97 extreme3 is the least expensive board I would recommend. I would build it something like this. Keep in mind that I do not include any mail in rebates, for build suggestions, so mine is going to look significantly higher.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($225.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Zalman CNPS10X OPTIMA CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($339.99 @ Amazon)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black/Blue ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.95 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1065.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-12 12:26 EDT-0400