Is this system legit?

[Owenrytho]

So I found a fairly decent priced Cyberpowerpc system on newegg.
I'm not going to build a system myself as I'd rather just have a pre-built. Anyways, I've heard of very bad things about Cyberpowerpc, so
I came to you guys. Here's the PC.
General Spec
Brand
CyberpowerPC
Model
Gamer Xtreme H710
Type
Gaming & Entertainment
Usage
Consumer
Processor
Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz
Processor Main Features
64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor
8MB L3 Cache
Memory
8GB DDR3 1333
Hard Drive
2TB SATA III 7200RPM
Optical Drive 1
24x DVD+/-R/+/-RW DUAL LAYER DRIVE
Graphics
AMD Radeon HD 7770 1GB
Audio
Sound card - Integrated
Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet
Power Supply
600 W 80+ (main concern)
Keyboard
USB Gaming Keyboard
Mouse
USB Gaming Mouse
Operating System
Windows 8.1 64-bit
Special Features
CyberpowerPC X-Titan Gaming Case

 

[Supahos]

Not a link and when I copy/paste it doesn't work... I've not heard much good about their service if something does go wrong, and a few complaints of not getting what the specs claimed, but if you're willing to risk those things then you might be okay. I'm always scared of prebuilt "custom" computers b/c its hard to ship a computer with teh cpu cooler and GPU attached and not hurt something.

 

[Owenrytho]

I added the PC specs rather than a link. Thanks for the quick reply.

 

[Conor W]

Well I can't comment on the psu as that is a major issue in prebuilt systems, however that cpu is vastly overpowered in relation to that gpu.

 

[Owenrytho]

Are you suggesting possible bottlenecking? That's really something I don't want. Seems I need to do some searching for a better system then. Any suggestions for pre-built
Pcs?
D:

 

[Supahos]

Okay what I see is a processor that is way overkill and a video card that is pretty underpowered when compaired. 8gb of 1333mhz memory is pretty slow for a build with an i7, The power supply is fine watts wise, but if its a POS supply (another knock I've heard on that company) it could be an issue.

 

[Conor W]

A 7770 is quite a low down gpu - it can be put with an fx 6300 / i3 without bottlenecking so an i7 crossed with it is massively overkill. I'd suggest putting together your own system but I suspect you're strongly against this for some reason but i'd suggest a 7950 or geforce 670 as they're both amazing value right now and run games very well

 

[Owenrytho]

Yeah that was my main concern about the build... Never go short on a PSU as far as I'm aware.

 

[Owenrytho]

Problem is... I'm on a $840 max budget.. Including mouse, keyboard and Os but I have a monitor.

 

[Conor W]

It's not as much as the wattage is low, you can power some amazing systems with a good 600w power supply! It's the brand and the quality you don't want something that's unbranded costs 10 pounds and explodes the next day killing your entire system 😛

 

[Owenrytho]

Does an FX 8320 with a 7870 seem reasonable?

 

[Supahos]

Yes that is much more balanced that the other build. and will majorly outperform it for gaming.

 

[Owenrytho]

Before I waste my time...
Could I get an FX 8320 with a 7870 pre-built for £520 or around $840?

 

[Conor W]

Quick question if you don't mind - why aren't you building this yourself it's cheaper and far more fun 😛

 

[Owenrytho]

I know a little about PC's but not how to build them. I'd break something without a doubt.

 

[Conor W]

You really wouldn't here watch these two videos it's easy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMRvz_IYSgM
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCoQtwIwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DW4Js2A1qdB8&ei=PJmKUsfFHuPy7AbP_YD4DQ&usg=AFQjCNFEmMzGirrzSQPidzhk1ealcGMBUA&bvm=bv.56643336,d.ZGU

 

[Owenrytho]

Ok, so maybe I could build a PC. Problem is; I don't know enough about them to know what part goes with what. FX 8320 and a 7870 with 8gb 1600mhz ram 1tb hard drive.... That's all I've got so far. Don't know about cooling and cases and motherboards... I'm pretty useless tbh.

 

[Conor W]

No you're not your just new - the forum will happily help. Cases are easy pick one you like and make sure it's the same form factor as your motherboard. These come in 3 sizes Mini Micro and ATX. Mini will fit in micro and mini and micro fit in atx. Motherboard is a bit harder - but we'll help and cooling is easy you can use the free stock fan with the cpu or a cheap but amazing alternative - the hyper 212 evo. Just ask if you need help

 

[Owenrytho]

Ok I'll do some research. I need someone who knows their stuff to just provide a build for me tbh xD

 

[Owenrytho]

I'm finding this tough. Already hit £520 without a PSU OS or mouse & keyboard D:

 

[Owenrytho]

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/24uhC. ok, I'm hitting £670 which is £150 or so above my budget. I'm in a struggle here 🙁

 

[PepitoTV]

You can take this as a suggestion:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor (£83.99 @ Aria PC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 LE R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard (£54.84 @ CCL Computers)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£59.99 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£46.42 @ CCL Computers)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition 1GB Video Card (£77.78 @ Dabs)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case (£47.98 @ Amazon UK)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 450W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply (£34.99 @ Aria PC)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer (£13.15 @ Amazon UK)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) (£59.99 @ Aria PC)
Keyboard: Gigabyte Force K3 Wired Gaming Keyboard (£22.99 @ Amazon UK)
Mouse: Cooler Master SGM-2001-BLON1 Wired Optical Mouse (£14.14 @ Scan.co.uk)
Total: £516.26
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-18 23:50 GMT+0000)

 

[Owenrytho]

Looks decent. I was aiming for the fx 8320 but it seems I don't have the money for it 🙁

 

[Owenrytho]

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/24vSG think his looks any good? I dropped the cooler because I don't think I really need it.

 

[Conor W]

Don't touch 650ti amd has the low end gpu market locked down and they crush nvidia on them. Go 7790 etc and try go intel i3 over amd 😛 Fx 6300 will need a bios flash to get a boot because it's vishera and as such newer than most amd motherboards.