I need a 1300 dollar build for gaming. It needs to include a monitor but OS is already covered (Id prefer a 7970 Ghz edition build)
Intel or AMD?
doesnt matter as long as it is a good build
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AAD6
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/AAD6/by_merchant/
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CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($152.18 @ PCM)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($48.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 600T (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VE248Q 24.0" Monitor ($194.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1292.08
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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