Looking for $600-700 build

Jackson Hall

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Hello, I was wondering if I could gain some insight on this problem. I have always wanted to build a pc but although i know my way around a computer im not 100% sure what to purchase to make sure everything works together. I have a build together that might work but i kind of want to trim down the cost by a little bit. Feel free to suggest other builds though. Here is the link to the build:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/V2fu


Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: Some time this summer (Mid to late July)

Budget Range: 600-700 (When everything is done for)

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Want to get into PC games but currently it would be for League of Legends > Photo Editing > homework

Are you buying a monitor: Yes


Do you need to buy OS: Yes, but dont include on price (believe i can get slightly cheaper on campus)

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: where ever you feel comfortable

Location: Live in Toledo, OH area

Parts Preferences: by brand or type: Been prone to Intel/NVIDIA but willing to change

Overclocking: Maybe

SLI or Crossfire: Truly not sure what this means

Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080 if possible

Additional Comments: Windows and a quiet pc would be nice.

And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Running on a Laptop an always wanted a system that can handle games

Again thank you for your time it is greatly appreciated.
 
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($118.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 LE R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($79.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Patriot Gamer 2 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($47.98 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($168.98 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($75.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $581.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-04 19:28 EDT-0400)
 
This build is slightly over your budget, but the performance difference between it and something you could get for $700 is pretty substantial.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3350P 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($82.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill NS Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($168.98 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($53.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VH238H 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $789.47
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-04 20:17 EDT-0400)