Is this build good?

[sykohxD]

I'm considering building this gaming pc, but I need to know if it can handle games like CS:GO and MMOs on high graphics with a good frame rate.

Also, can the build out-preform an Alienware x51 (the $700 model)

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ZyNRyc

 

[EagleDesignInc]

As for the Hard Drive I would go with Western Digital instead of Seagate, you can find the WB Blue for around the same price.

 

[EagleDesignInc]

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Minimum Requirements

CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 or AMD Phenom X3 8750 processor or better
RAM: 2 GB
OS: Windows 7/Vista/XP
Video Card: Video card must be 256 MB or more and should be a DirectX 9-compatible with support for Pixel Shader 3.0
Sound Card: Yes
Free Disk Space: 8 GB

 

[sykohxD]

Thanks for the specs! But can it outperform the Alienware? And is it outrageously difficult to build a computer? Sorry for all of the questions, but this is my first build lol

 

[logainofhades]

For about $7 more, with some hardware changes, you could manage to get a GTX 960, which is a good deal better than a GTX 750ti..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($105.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock B85 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($199.46 @ Directron)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($93.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: Acer S220HQLAbd 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $803.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-24 16:10 EST-0500

 

[maddogfargo]

For about $7 more, with some hardware changes, you could manage to get a GTX 960, which is a good deal better than a GTX 750ti..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($105.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock B85 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($199.46 @ Directron)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($93.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: Acer S220HQLAbd 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $803.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-24 16:10 EST-0500

+1 for this one. Better bang for the buck, good budget build that punches above its weight.

 

[sykohxD]

For about $7 more, with some hardware changes, you could manage to get a GTX 960, which is a good deal better than a GTX 750ti..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($105.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock B85 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($59.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($199.46 @ Directron)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($93.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: Acer S220HQLAbd 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $803.35
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-24 16:10 EST-0500

So this one is better than the build I linked? I'm new to all of this stuff, so would you mind explaining how? Just for future reference ;D

 

[logainofhades]

For gaming rig, graphics card matters a lot. The GTX 960 is quite a bit better than a GTX 750ti.

 

[sykohxD]

And the frame rate/speed will still be the same? I just want the games to play fast at high settings. The good news is that I think I can cross Alienware off of my list haha.

 

[logainofhades]

FPS will be higher, with a GTX 960 vs a GTX 750ti, at the same settings.