$1500 Budget PC Build April 2013
Original Budget PC Build Article: http://newbcomputerbuild.com/gaming-pc-builds-of-the-month-2/april-2013-gaming-computer-builds/#1500-april-2013-pc-buildThis build will play games at 1920x1080 and will do the same at settings even higher (such as at 2560x1600) Loaded with a high end overclocked Radeon HD 7970 and the Intel 3570K with 16 RAM. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask
Gaming PC Build Recipe:
Game with Extreme settings at resolutions of 2560×1600
All hardware is linked to Amazon.com – You Can also try Amazon.ca (CANADA) • Amazon.co.uk (UK) Newegg.com (US) • Newegg.ca (CANADA) Scorptec.com.au(AUS) pccasegear.com (AUS) to shop for these parts. | Estimated Price: $1493 (At the time of writing this article) |
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The Hardware:
Intel Core i5-3570K Quad-Core Processor 3.4 GHz 4 Core LGA 1155 – BX80637I53570K Price: $219.99
Intel Core i5 3570K Processor
It has been said that the Intel 3570K is the best price per core performance gaming cpu with the ability to overclock unsurpassed in this range. Want to read some benchmarks on the Intel 3570K? – Then check out some of techradars benchmarks.
I have included an aftermarket CPU cooler – the Cooler Master EVO, which will make overclocking a simple feat while keeping temperatures under control. I dare you to try overclocking up to an easy 4.8GHz!
| Intel Core i5-3570K | 4 cores | 3.4 GHz clock speed (3.8GHz Turbo) | LGA 1155 Socket |
Product Details: *From Intel
| Essentials | |
| Status | Launched |
| Launch Date | Q2'12 |
| Processor Number | i5-3570K |
| # of Cores | 4 |
| # of Threads | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 3.4 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 3.8 GHz |
| Intel® Smart Cache | 6 MB |
| Bus/Core Ratio | 34 |
| DMI | 5 GT/s |
| Instruction Set | 64-bit |
| Instruction Set Extensions | SSE4.1/4.2, AVX |
Embedded Options Available | No |
| Lithography | 22 nm |
| Max TDP | 77 W |
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO – CPU Cooler with 120mm PWM Fan (RR-212E-20PK-R2) Price: $33.39
The general standard in non stock CPU coolers, the Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO CPU cooler is a must for anyo9ne considering overcloking their Intel 3570K processor. This cooler will easily keep temps down while being able to overclock easily.Product Details:
- Well-balanced cooling performance provides fin optimizations with perfect balance between high and low speed operations.
- Wide-range PWM fan with unique wave-shaped blade design for excellent airflow.
- 4 Direct Contact heat pipes with the patented (Continuous Direct Contact) technology – creating a perfect, sleek surface for heat conduction.
- Versatile all-in-one mounting solution that supports the latest Intel LGA 1366/1155/2011 and AMD FM1/AM3+/FM2
AS Rock LGA1155 DDR3 SATA3 USB3.0 Quad CrossFireX and Quad SLI A GbE ATX Motherboard Z77 EXTREME6 Price: $154.99
The AsRock EXTREME6 is a great choice for anyone who wants room to upgrade and add more hardware in the future, plus it has gone down in price this month by about $20.Product Details:
- CPU: LGA1155; Supports 2nd/3rd Generation Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3 Processor; Supports Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology; Supports Hyper-Threading Technology
- Chipset: Intel Z77
- Memory: 4X DDR3-2800+(OC)/2400(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333/1066 DIMM Slots, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Dual Channel, Maxi Capacity up to 32GB
- Slots: 2X PCI-Express 3.0 X16 Slots (single at X16/X8 or dual at X8/X8), 1X PCI-Express 2.0 X16 Slot (runs at X4), 1X PCI Express 2.0 X1 Slot, 1X mini-PCI Express Slot, 2 X PCI Slots
- SATA:?4X SATA3 Ports (one shared with eSATA3 port),?Two Support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10; 4X SATA2, Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
- Power Connector: 1X 24-Pin ATX Main Power Connector, 1X 8-Pin 12V Power Connector
Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 OC with Boost 3GB DDR5 DL-DVI-I/SL-DVI-D/HDMI/DP PCI-Express Graphics Card 11197-03-40G Price: $399.99
The Radeon HD 7970 has gone down in price this month and priced at only $399. This month features the Sapphire Radeon HD OC with Boost card which will race through any game you throw at it.This card will have you playing any game without any problems at Max Settings with resolutions soaring up to 2560X1600 easily.
Product Details:
- 1 x Dual-Link DVI-I
- 1 x Single-Link DVI-D
- 1 x HDMI
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 950/1000(Boost) MHz Core Clock
- 5700 MHz Effective Memory Clock
G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory F3-12800CL10D-16GBXL Price: $105.98
A slight change in RAM this month to a G Skill branded 16Gb package of RAM. Currently priced about $16 lower then the similar Corsair Vengeance package of RAM, we have an equally quality package of RAM for less.Product Features:
- 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 for AMD and Intel Dual Channel processors
- Speed: 1600MHz
- Timing: 10-10-10-27
- Pin Out: 240 Pin
- Voltage: 1.5V
- Density: 16GB (2x8GB Module)
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
Western Digital 1 TB WD Blue SATA III 7200 RPM 64 MB Cache Bulk/OEM Desktop Hard Drive Price: $72.37
The Western Digital Blue series of hard drives have been used in my builds for quite some time and with good reason. This 1TB drive will have plenty of room to store a ton of gaming media.Performance Details:
- WD Blue hard drives have a multitude of features including third generation SATA interface with 6 GB/s transfer rate, plus rock solid performance and ultra-cool and quiet operation.
- WhisperDrive technology minimizes noise to levels near the threshold of human hearing.
- SoftSeek technology streamlines read/write seeking algorithms, resulting in more efficient operation.
- 1 TB capacity holds up to 200,000 digital photos, 250,000 MP3 files, and 120 hours of HD video.
- 2 year limited warranty.
Samsung Electronics 840 Pro Series 2.5-Inch 256 GB SATA 6GB/s Solid State Drive MZ-7PD256BW Price: $228.55
This is the Samsung 840 PRO series of solid state drive, which is capable of delivering quick sequential read and write speeds–up to 540MB/s and 520MB/s respectively – super fast performance!Technical Details:
- Experience PC performance you never thought possible
- Enables you to boot up your computer in as little as 15 seconds
- Energy efficient – improves battery life by up to 50 minutes
- Solid-state design provides greater shock protection for data and brushed metal case blocks dust and corrosion
- Worry-free data security with AES 256-bit full-disk encryption
- 100-percent genuine Samsung components from the #1 memory manufacturer in the world
- 4th-generation 3-Core Samsung MDX Controller ensures sustained performance under the most punishing conditions
- Backed by an industry-leading five-year limited warranty
Processor, Memory, and Motherboard
- Hardware Platform: PC, Mac, Unix, Linux
- L2 Cache: 512 MB
Operating System and Software
- Bundled Software: Automatic Backup Software Included
Special Features
- AES 256-Bit Encryption
Hard Drive
- Size: 256 GB
- Manufacturer: 256GB
- Type: Serial ATA-150
Cases and Expandability
- Size (LWH): 3.94 inches, 2.75 inches, 0.28 inches
Corsair Professional Series AX 850 Watt ATX/EPS Modular 80 PLUS Gold (AX850) Price: $159.99
This is the Corsair AX series of power supplies. These PSU's have up to 90% efficiency, a seven year warranty, tend to keep really quiet due to varying fan speeds based on temperature and are fully modular. This PSU is a perfect match for any high-end gaming PC and will allow you to easily add upgrades in the future.Product Details
- 80PLUS Gold certified, delivering up to 90% energy efficiency at real world load conditions.
- A Seven year warranty and lifetime access to Corsair?s legendary technical support and customer service.
- High-quality Japanese capacitors provide uncompromisable performance and reliability.
- An ultra-quiet double ball-bearing fan delivers excellent airflow at an exceptionally low noise level by varying fan speed in response to temperature.
- A Seven year warranty and lifetime access to Corsair's legendary technical support and customer service.
Nzxt Technologies Phantom with Green Trim (Green LED) Enthusiast Full Tower Case – Phan-002Gr (Black) Price: $99.99
I have included the Phantom series of cases before, and this month, this particular green trim full tower Phantom has dropped to a cheap $99. This made this Phantom case a great choice in order to fit all of the high performing hardware into this build. Plus it has a ton of space to keep adding hardware in the future!Product Details
- Model: NZXT Phantom Black Case Type: Full Tower Black Interior Chassis Front Panel
- Cooling Systems: Front 1x140mm, Side 1x200mm, 2x120mm (included), Rear 1x120mm (included), Top 2x200mm (1xBlue Led 200mm included)
- Clearance: VGA>350mm, CPU Heatsink support 180mm (without side 200/230mm fan)
- Immense Performance: 7 fan capability ( Front fan 1x140mm, Top 2x200mm fan, Side 1x200mm and 2x120mm, rear 1x120mm).
- Large Expandability: Space for 7 hard drives and five 5.25 bays
- Drive Bays: 5 External 5.25″, 7 Internal 3.5″ drive bays, 7 Expansion slots
- Five 20W per Channel fan control totaling 100W
- Four fans included with case (1x200mm, 3x120mm)Material(s): Steel with coating inside
- Material: Plastic / Steel Mesh Dimension (W x H x D): 8.75″ x 21.32″ x 24.56″
- Maximum Compatibility: Large Heat sinks, Graphics card support 350mm, and E-ATX support
- Weight: 24.2 Lbs/ 11 Kg (withp Power)Motherboard support: E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, ITX
Lite-On Super AllWrite 24X SATA DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Drive – Bulk – IHAS124-04 (Black)Price: $17.99
Back to the good ol'Lite-on optical drive. Honestly, I say again and again, I pay very little attention to how I choose the optical drives – I simply choose the cheapest one. So if you find a cheaper one, get it. Likewise, if you don't actually think you'll use it, then skip it. You can instal your OS via a USB stick or an external hard drive if that's the only reason you would need it, however this will be completely up to the builder.Technical Detail
- Lite-On Super AllWrite 24X SATA DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Drive IHAS124-04 BLACK/BULK (Black)
- 6.7 x 5.8 x 1.6 inches ; 2 pounds
- Interface: SATA; Buffer Memory: 1.5 MB
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