[Build Ready] upgrade to finally play CS source without glitches ;). Also, BF3 and Diablo 3.
Is the video card a good choice? Is the ati 6970 a better choice? Also, what monitors 300 (but would really like to go lower) and under are recommended?
Part list permalink / Part price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor | $179.99 @ Microcenter |
| CPU Cooler | Cooler Master RR-CCH-PBU1-GP 69.7 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler | $32.98 @ Amazon |
| Motherboard | Asus P8Z68-V ATX LGA1155 Motherboard | $169.99 @ Amazon |
| Memory | Corsair XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $53.99 @ Newegg |
| Hard Drive | Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $101.99 @ Office Depot |
| Video Card | MSI GeForce GTX 570 1.25GB Video Card | $342.91 @ CompUSA |
| Case | Antec Three Hundred Illusion ATX Mid Tower Case | $69.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | OCZ 850W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply | $119.99 @ NCIX US |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Professional SP1 (64-bit) | $139.99 @ Newegg |
| Total | ||
| Prices include shipping and discounts when available. | $1211.82 | |
| Generated 2011-11-17 01:49 EST-0500 |
Posted Nov 17, 2011, 6:56 AM UTC
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This is what I came up with: Part list permalink / Part price breakdown by merchant
Thumbs up on the HAF case. I thought about a HAF 922 as well but got a HAF 912 because I saw it on sale for $50. Very good case with lots more cable management room than an antec 300. I have 6970 and I think its a great card. As for monitor, I have a 23" acer led, which looks pretty good to me.