How can I improve my budget gaming build.

[Michael Avrah]

I am building a budget computer for gaming,MOVIES,downloading,photo/video editing,2D game creation, and normal internet browsing. I would like to make my build a bit cheaper(if you can suggest parts that are cheaper and better or the same,but cheaper).
Also these fans are a max of 950rpm is that to slow. There are 7 fan ports, should I use them all.

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.97 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI 970A-G46 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($84.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 650 Ti Boost 1GB Video Card ($139.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cougar Solution (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Azza 500W ATX12V Power Supply ($39.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Full (32/64-bit) ($169.99 @ B&H)
Monitor: AOC E2260SD 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($127.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $850.48

 

[dottorrent]

Here is a counter-build that I suggest -

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.97 @ SuperBiiz)
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 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: AOC E2260SD 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($127.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $847.46
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-08 08:50 EST-0500)

The HD 7870 is the same price as the GTX 650 ti Boost after a mail-in rebate and that cooler will help with overclocking. Also, the PSU is of far better quality and will be more than enough for even an SLI setup.

 

[sora]

Here is a counter-build that I suggest -

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.97 @ SuperBiiz)
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 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: AOC E2260SD 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($127.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $847.46
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-08 08:50 EST-0500)

The HD 7870 is the same price as the GTX 650 ti Boost after a mail-in rebate and that cooler will help with overclocking. Also, the PSU is of far better quality and will be more than enough for even an SLI setup.

500W is enough for an SLI setup?

 

[dottorrent]

Here is a counter-build that I suggest -

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.97 @ SuperBiiz)
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 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: AOC E2260SD 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($127.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $847.46
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-08 08:50 EST-0500)

The HD 7870 is the same price as the GTX 650 ti Boost after a mail-in rebate and that cooler will help with overclocking. Also, the PSU is of far better quality and will be more than enough for even an SLI setup.

500W is enough for an SLI setup?

Definitely not.

 

[sora]

Here is a counter-build that I suggest -

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($117.97 @ SuperBiiz)
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 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: AOC E2260SD 60Hz 22.0" Monitor ($127.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $847.46
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-08 08:50 EST-0500)

The HD 7870 is the same price as the GTX 650 ti Boost after a mail-in rebate and that cooler will help with overclocking. Also, the PSU is of far better quality and will be more than enough for even an SLI setup.

500W is enough for an SLI setup?

Definitely not.

oh, thanks for clearing that up.