Optimized Gaming Build?

Shreder

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May 6, 2013
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Hey all, I am looking to build a system to replace my current rig. I am looking to stay within the $1,000 range, but am willing to spend more if the upgrades will give me longevity or better performance. This is what I am considering. I am just looking for a second opinion to make sure I am getting the biggest bang for my buck. I have been doing research but I will admit I haven't been keeping up to date on the latest hardware.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($211.69 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($134.97 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($67.16 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($66.61 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 922 ATX Mid Tower Case ($93.98 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $932.35
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-06 12:11 EDT-0400)
 
there is a sapphire hd 7870 OC FOR ONLY 190$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202025

also cooler master haf xm, realy massive case, good airflow ect.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119257&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

i would stay with the pcpowercooling 750w gold psu only if you plan to make crossfire , nice modular,sleeves.
 
isnt that how it goes for everything? a bit more performance for a medium to large increase in price. if it really worked like that, everyone would be buying mid range cards and there would be almost zero market for a titan
 
The one you linked was priced @ $238.99, these are around the same after rebate and I can pick them up in store today. The rebate price for these cards is not shown in the comparison, but it is identical or lower to $238.99. I leaning towards the Sapphire care just because I have used them before and know they are good.