Is my rig ready to order?

Joosh

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Heres my build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/BYjy23
I just wanted to know if there was anything wrong with it. I want the Processor/GPU Combo for sure. Also everything else, im just concerned about the Power Unit.. Is it good enough to support my build? Im running on a budget so nothing too extreme. Thanks for the feedback.
 
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Consider this solid rig for extra $30 that gives you stability, durability and performance for the price you're willing to shell out:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($176.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($86.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper...


I'm definitely going to add SSD's eventually, or just replace the HDD. But for now im going to stick with the HDD, im patient. Thanks though
 


You are most welcome buddy. Always happy to help out.

 


Im going to use the Non-Genuine version of Windows 7 until i can afford it.
And im trying to keep it under $750
 


Consider this solid rig for extra $30 that gives you stability, durability and performance for the price you're willing to shell out:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($176.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($86.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($60.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.75 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($330.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 100R ATX Mid Tower Case ($37.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $797.58
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-12 08:53 EDT-0400

Notes:

Gigabyte Motherboard and MSI Graphics Card are the way to go. Why? Because they both make stable, durable and performance oriented products in Motherboard/Graphics Card category. They have the lowest RMA for their products. See the images below:

Gigabyte with least RMA returns over the past two years
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Major Motherboard and Graphics Card Manufacturers RMA Rating
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Read the full article here - Reliability report: Gigabyte top for motherboards, MSI for graphics

Replaced Hitachi 1TB with Samsung 1TB Barraccuda.

Swapped the "Tier 3" EVGA 750W PSU with "Tier 2" EVGA 750W for better performance.

Cheers!
 
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I Switched to the MSI Video card as you suggested, but I think im going to stick with the current motherboard and HDD. Thanks for the suggestions, though. And for taking the time to type that.
 
Also one more question. Right now there is some good $20 off deals running on the PSU. So would it be a good Idea to buy some of the parts when they are on sale, then just perserve them until i am ready to build the pc? I'll keep it in good condition. I am 14, and make $70 some weeks, $80 other weeks, so I think i would be able to afford it by the end of summer. If not, i usually get around $100 for my birthday, which is in september. And I dont think the price will drop by September.
 


Yes, you can indeed buy part by part, as per your financial strength. All parts come with warranty. So you can take some time to acquiring all and then build it together. Don't wait for the future price to drop, which may or may not happen. Have fun!
 



Cool, thanks