PCMech Forums - View Single Post - First time PC Build. 1,000-$1,500 budget

***glc*** · 05-09-2013, 05:59 PM

1. The very first place to save is downgrade the CPU to an i5-3570K or even an i5-3350P.

2. I can't comment on the Gigabyte board because I'm not sure what exact model it is. However, I usually recommend the Asus P8Z77-V LK as being the most board for the money.

3. Stay FAR AWAY from the Ripjaws ram. I prefer the Vengeance, but get the low profile version if you ever want to install an aftermarket CPU cooler.

4. For proven reliability reasons, I recommend an Intel 520 over a Samsung SSD.

5. Don't forget an optical drive.

05-09-2013, 05:59 PM	#2
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 41,162	1. The very first place to save is downgrade the CPU to an i5-3570K or even an i5-3350P. 2. I can't comment on the Gigabyte board because I'm not sure what exact model it is. However, I usually recommend the Asus P8Z77-V LK as being the most board for the money. 3. Stay FAR AWAY from the Ripjaws ram. I prefer the Vengeance, but get the low profile version if you ever want to install an aftermarket CPU cooler. 4. For proven reliability reasons, I recommend an Intel 520 over a Samsung SSD. 5. Don't forget an optical drive.