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I've never built a full computer before, and I REALLY REALLY want to. I've been planning sort of what I want to do with it and what I want in it, so any help, tips, or maybe advice on build the computer will be nice.

I assume my budget will be around $1,000 - with a little wiggle room possible, nothing crazy.

Things I want in it by default:
- 6 or 8-core CPU, depending on the build
- At least 8GB+ of RAM
- Windows 7, none of this Windows 8 crap.
- At least 1.5TB of HDD space, no SSD's.

What I expect from the machine:
- Hardcore gaming. I want it to be able to handle my games reliably. Some games I currently play are World of Tanks, War Thunder, Team Fortress 2, Natural Selection 2, Day of Defeat Source. I know they're not crazy intensive games, because my computer can't handle anything more than that.
- Future proof. I Know it'll sound stupid, since future proofing a computer is pretty impossible, but I mean extra places to put newer and better items, so I can easily expand without shelling hundreds on other hardware just to fit the new stuff.
- Video streaming. I'm addicted to Youtube, so I want it to be able to handle 1080p stuff without too much hassle, which I guess comes with the package, but who knows.

What I don't want:
- Un-needed gear like Wireless cards, sound cards, dual video cards, SSD's, huge HDD's, liquid cooling.

Any input is greatly appreciated :) thanks!

 
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I changed my build after I submitted since I forgot to include an OS. Yes they are all compatible, but you would also need to figure in another $90 for Windows 7. The AMD build has everything for $1000. The i5 is a better CPU for gaming, if you want to spend a little extra I would get it over the AMD build.
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($139.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($68.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.48 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1006.37
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-18 17:38 EST-0500)
 
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I like this build a lot, all these parts are compatible right?
 
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you could use something similar to this

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2mr9u

just bump up to a 1.5tb and add windows

there really is no future proofing. both am3+ (amd) and 1150 (intel) arent going to be supported forever. if you got a new cpu it would involve getting a new mobo.

an intel i5 chip (and a socket 1150 motherboard) is going to be a bit faster than the amd build but will cost $130 more for the same option of overclocking. intel commands a price premium right now.
 
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I changed my build after I submitted since I forgot to include an OS. Yes they are all compatible, but you would also need to figure in another $90 for Windows 7. The AMD build has everything for $1000. The i5 is a better CPU for gaming, if you want to spend a little extra I would get it over the AMD build.
 
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This one should do it as well; it's got an i5 and a 760, and while the 760 may not be the most powerful card around, it'll run everything you want it to pretty darn well.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.95 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z77A-G43 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($95.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($68.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.48 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($244.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX750B BRONZE 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $979.31
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-18 17:49 EST-0500)
 
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GJ Trans, I like your build better then what I came up with too, lol +1. Does he want a DVDRW?

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($139.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($77.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.48 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($335.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Silverstone RV03B-W ATX Full Tower Case ($149.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 700W ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1037.29
 
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$329.99 at NewEgg, man its a great time to be in the market for a new card the performance per price has never been this good.

 
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Yeah but i wont have all the money till after xmas. So im hopeing theres a sale on it 😉 If i could buy it now i would 🙁 Hopefully you have fun with yours mate!
 
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I built my Dream Machine back when the 560 Ti 448 core was the hot item and I love my machine. Everything I throw at it runs flawlessly and looks awesome. Down the road I may be in the market for a bigger SSD.

Cheers all and Happy Holidays to you all and your loved ones!
 
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