How can i improve my build?

[xero99]

I'm going to build my own desktop for graphic design and gaming. I have a budget of £700. I've found all the parts id like for the price.. http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Xero99/saved/2hd5
But i was wondering, can i improve my build keeping it in my budget? thanks guys!

 

[legokill101]

first question where did you get get windows 7 for 40 pounds was it on craiglist or ebay or some smilar site?

 

[legokill101]

and this is a imrovement i hope http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1Cfw2

 

[xero99]

Windows 7
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Latest-Microsoft-Windows-7-Ultimate-64-bit-Full-Version-SP1-2013-Top-Seller-/161045359648?pt=UK_Computing_Software_Software_SR&hash=item257f0d2c20

Could you please explain the benefit of the more expensive motherboard?

 

[legokill101]

looks legit for once second it give you the option to both overclock if you get a unlocked processor later and lets you add a second grpahics card

 

[Ryxxaki]

xero99, your list is better than legokill101's list. However, I really wish you could spend at least £100 more because £700 for a computer AND peripherals is a bit tight if you are a serious graphic designer. I would put the £100 towards a better graphics card like a 7970 or a better monitor like a 2560 x 1440 resolution monitor so you can really see the detail. If you are just a casual graphic designer and gamer then what you have there is okay.

In any case, however, I would Google your power supply and read reviews to make sure that it is reliable. Don't skimp on the power supply - a bad one could ruin your entire system.

 

[xero99]

Thanks Ryxxaki, im not a professional graphic designer but its a hobby Ive taken up and my laptop sucks for it. Id like to use it for graphic design as its something i really enjoy and i hope will be my career in future.
Legoman, i won't be overclocking or getting crossfire graphics anytime soon so i think ill stick with the other motherboard
From what Ive seen the power supply looks okay, i will look into other psu's later, but first want to make sure the other components are the best i can get for my budget.

 

[legokill101]

ok then in that case try this http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/1CBJ9