Hi guys,
Looking to build a light gaming machine (PSX, PS2, Gamecube Emulation) and keep it around $550. I know Intel is usually the top choice for such applications but getting a build with an i5-4690k and a R9 270X GPU into this price range has been tough. The GPU (integrated R7) on the A10 seems to be more powerful than the Intel Integrated 4600 on the i5.
Alas, I'm just looking for the best compatibility between the parts I've chosen. Any suggestions on improving performance or reducing bottlenecks would be appreciated!
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD A10-7850K 3.7GHz Quad-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus A88X-PRO ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($86.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($87.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($84.14 @ OutletPC)
Total: $537.92
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-01 19:49 EST-0500
Looking to build a light gaming machine (PSX, PS2, Gamecube Emulation) and keep it around $550. I know Intel is usually the top choice for such applications but getting a build with an i5-4690k and a R9 270X GPU into this price range has been tough. The GPU (integrated R7) on the A10 seems to be more powerful than the Intel Integrated 4600 on the i5.
Alas, I'm just looking for the best compatibility between the parts I've chosen. Any suggestions on improving performance or reducing bottlenecks would be appreciated!
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD A10-7850K 3.7GHz Quad-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus A88X-PRO ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($86.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($87.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($84.14 @ OutletPC)
Total: $537.92
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-01 19:49 EST-0500
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