[Build Help] First build. Not sure if I need this much power.
Hey guys first time builder here. Have been watching friends build PC's for years but never tried it myself and I want to give it a go. The reason I do not have a Video card or PSU listed is because I have a PNY GTX 560 and a Coolermaster SilentProM 600W PSU in hand already. I have a few questions for you guys before I finalize this.
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Do I need a 2500k if I don't plan on overclocking? Because I don't know the first thing about it.
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Do I need the big aftermarket cooler for the CPU if I don't plan on overclocking it?
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I understand that the sandy bridge is the best CPU on the market for Gaming atm but if I am not a big overclocker do you think I should save money and go AMD? My current PC is AMD and I have no complaints about it. I just see everyone and their mother raving about the 2500k and figured I'd give that a try.
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 Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler | $20.63 @ Amazon |
| Motherboard | ASRock Z68 Extreme3 Gen3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard | $122.86 @ Newegg |
| Memory | Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $43.42 @ Amazon |
| Case | Rosewill CHALLENGER ATX Mid Tower Case | $49.99 @ Newegg |
| Total | ||
| Prices include shipping and discounts when available. | $416.89 | |
| Generated 2011-12-29 00:42 EST-0500 |
Posted Dec 29, 2011, 5:48 AM UTC