First Computer Build - Help on this setup

[meeiu]

Hello everybody,

I am in the process of picking out my parts and trying to build my first computer. My budget is around $800-$1000.

So far I have put together this setup:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/meeiu/NewSystem.jpg


This system will be mainly used for gaming.
I would want it to run smoothly on the latest games on high settings if not max settings.

Any input or any flaws in this setup will be wonderful!

Thank you

 

[farinha]

That CPU uses dual channel so you should buy 4GB or 8GB. Usually 4GB is enough so i recommend that you start with 4GB and add more later on if you need to. Crossair is overpriced, get this ones Newegg.com - G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL7D-4GBRH

Everything else looks good.

 

[PP Mguire]

Pretty decent setup. Do you plan to OC at all?

Concur on RAM suggestion.

 

[patonb]

Unless the OC 460 is on sale, not sure where youre buying from, don't pay extra for a OC'd version. Many free tools will let you do it yourself.

 

[Whirlwind]

That is a pretty good build, for that price.....i also agree on the GSkill Ram.