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Need an $800 build

Discussion in 'Other Hardware' started by Armageddon Nigh, Dec 25, 2012.

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  1. Armageddon Nigh Newcomer, in training

    The title says it all. I need the best build for $800 with shipping included. It's purely for gaming.
    Armageddon Nigh, Dec 25, 2012
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  2. Zeutrinox Newcomer, in training Posts: 36

    Zeutrinox, Dec 25, 2012
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  3. hellokitty[hk] I'm a TechSpot Evangelist Posts: 4,017   +33

    I'd definitely opt to cheap out more on the motherboard, dvd drive, case, and possibly CPU to get a better power supply and graphics card. IMO you should be aiming to use a 7850 or 7870.
    hellokitty[hk], Dec 26, 2012
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  4. Khanonate TechSpot Member Posts: 41

    Have you looked at Techspot's PC Buying Guide?
    Khanonate, Dec 26, 2012
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  5. Armageddon Nigh Newcomer, in training

    Will this build work? http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wozN

    I forgot about needing to buy the OS as well, so I chose a cheaper motherboard. It says that the case doesn't have any front USB ports, which would be a little annoying not to have. Do you guys see any other potential problems?
    Armageddon Nigh, Jan 7, 2013
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  6. SNGX1275 TS Special Forces Posts: 11,917   +119

    Looks like it has 2 front USB ports to me. Top of the case right up at the same level as the power button.
    SNGX1275, Jan 7, 2013
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  7. Armageddon Nigh Newcomer, in training

    Would you suggest a different video card in the same price range?
    Armageddon Nigh, Jan 7, 2013
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  8. Zeutrinox Newcomer, in training Posts: 36

    On any occasions, try to avoid Micro ATX motherboards. Well you need to check the case specifications from the manufacturer website, so you can confirm that it have 3.0 USB on the front panel. Also, get the 7850 or Asus 660.
    Zeutrinox, Jan 8, 2013
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