Help me with my build!

[bigkittyjr]

I need some help when it comes to my build.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/bigkittyjr/saved/kBFYcf

Yes, it has to be intel and has to be an LGA 1150 socket in order to fit into a micro ATX case.
The cost bugs me a bit, can you guys tell me where to cut down (Especially the CPU) without losing too much performance?
I am planning to play games like Firefall, LoL, COD WaW, Dayz and etc. all while talking on skype and listening to music on pandora if possible. And if you guys could find a decent AMD build on a mATX please leave it in the replies. I appreciate any help!

 

[Skylarz]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($88.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.68 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 290 4GB DirectCU II Video Card ($249.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Raidmax Cobra Z MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($102.98 @ Newegg)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N600PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $903.29
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-22 16:50 EST-0500

This?

Edit: Do you really want ssd?

 

[bigkittyjr]

Huh? I'm sorry, I meant make the current build I have cheaper without killing the preformance

 

[Skylarz]

Huh? I'm sorry, I meant make the current build I have cheaper without killing the preformance

Ya I know but I'm asking if you really want ssd to boot up etc

 

[bigkittyjr]

Oh Im a bit confused and yes I want ssd. The list you have listed is not what I have on my pc part picker so yeah, whats the deal with that?

 

[DonkeyOatie]

How does this thread link with the AMD thread?

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2386463/lightweight-small-mid-mini-atx-tower.html

and this thread?

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/answers/id-2386432/amd-mobo.html

 

[bigkittyjr]

Those two are for my AMD build, I need to build an intel build however as well.

 

[bigkittyjr]

The only reason i need an intel build is because I need a fallback if AMD doesnt work out.

 

[DonkeyOatie]

Would a mini-ITX build work?

This build was chosen to hit $800.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($67.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($57.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Solid State Drive 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($60.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.59 @ Directron)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 285 2GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($184.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Azza SIRIUS ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec Neo Eco 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($94.99 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N600PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $795.44
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-22 19:41 EST-0500

or this if you want 3GB

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($184.97 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($67.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Solid State Drive 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($60.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.59 @ Directron)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Tri-X Video Card ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Azza SIRIUS ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec Neo Eco 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($94.99 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N600PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $804.44
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-22 19:47 EST-0500

 

[bigkittyjr]

That Definitely helps in this scenario but Donkey can you go back to the other thread please I still need a case

 

[DonkeyOatie]

There 's a lot of rebates in that build, so be quick. There are aslo several parts. like the PSU which could be changed if the rebates go.

I've already been there