Help : Gaming PC for $750 *Newbie*

[ImAMoose]

Hi , I'm looking into building a gaming computer and I am pretty new to finding components for my build so i need help. I got a budget range strictly at $750 . Don't need a monitor, mouse, or keyboard . I need an OS included with the parts. build needs to be something that could play something around Mild-High settings , For example like ( Skyrim , Planetside , Total War ). I appreciate any help.

 

[Blaise170]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($109.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI 970A-G46 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($69.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($68.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 270X 2GB Video Card ($205.91 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $737.80
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-21 22:53 EST-0500)

 

[Will Dano]

The list above is close to perfect, although I'd also recommend the gtx 760 instead of the 270x because with the gtx 760 you'll get I believe batman arkham origins or some other game, not entirely sure though. That could save you about $60.

 

[Blaise170]

The list above is close to perfect, although I'd also recommend the gtx 760 instead of the 270x because with the gtx 760 you'll get I believe batman arkham origins or some other game, not entirely sure though. That could save you about $60.

760 is about $30 more expensive too. Not to mention that you can take advantage of the AMD Never Settle Bundle with the 270x.

 

[gameboy1998]

I think a MSI 970A-G43 will be a worthy cheaper alternative for MSI 970A-G46, as the only difference between them is SLI support but as you are suggesting a AMD card that won't be a problem.

 

[realchaos]

I made a few modifications to Blaise's build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 Extreme3 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($68.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 270 2GB Video Card ($183.98 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 Elite (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit) ($94.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $746.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-21 23:38 EST-0500)

-Better motherboard for overclocking.
-Upgraded the case and put in a better quality psu.
-Downgraded the gpu, but the 270 is only a little bit weaker than the 270X.

 

[Will Dano]

The list above is close to perfect, although I'd also recommend the gtx 760 instead of the 270x because with the gtx 760 you'll get I believe batman arkham origins or some other game, not entirely sure though. That could save you about $60.

760 is about $30 more expensive too. Not to mention that you can take advantage of the AMD Never Settle Bundle with the 270x.

True, can't argue with that. Generally for gaming, choosing between amd and nvidia is personal preference and the price is also a deciding factor. Just get whatever you think is best.

 

[bmanv13]

The list above is close to perfect, although I'd also recommend the gtx 760 instead of the 270x because with the gtx 760 you'll get I believe batman arkham origins or some other game, not entirely sure though. That could save you about $60.

760 is about $30 more expensive too. Not to mention that you can take advantage of the AMD Never Settle Bundle with the 270x.

True, can't argue with that. Generally for gaming, choosing between amd and nvidia is personal preference and the price is also a deciding factor. Just get whatever you think is best.

Nothing but the truth there. I'd say, for just the sake of him being on a budget, I would lean more towards AMD. They're cheaper and always pack a punch along with it.