[ajkane]

I have been putting together a new build for some time now (I have made posts before as well). And I have come down to my last parts list. I have spent weeks putting this together, so tell me what you think. I am also on a budget (~$450) so I am scavenging my old computer as well. I will also add on to this (better GPU, more RAM, etc.)

Case: Cooler Master HAF 912
MB: ASUS M5A97
CPU: AMD FX-8120 Zambezi
RAM: Pareema 8Gb (2 x 4GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1600 Mhz
GPU: gforce gt430
HDD: 500Gb 7200RPM
Disk drive: Multi x24
CPU cooler: Hyper 212 + w/ extra fan
Additional Case Fans: x3 Rosewill RFA-120K 120mm case fan

I would lover input on how I could save money on the existing parts, so I can use that money for a better GPU in the future. I also plan on getting more RAM in the future as well.

Thanks for your input!

[leroys1000]

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[ajkane]

Thanks! What do you think about the build itself?

[black-wolf]

What is your PSU?

[black-wolf]

Not familiar with Pareema RAM. How did you come to choose it?

[ajkane]

My psu is a antec 650W it is from my current build, Pareema is the cheapest brand, it has the same specs so I thought it was fine 1600Mhz, CAS latency: 9

[ajkane]

Anyway my RAM has been changed to patriot gamer 2 series (they were having a special, $25!)

[black-wolf]

It may be fine. I was looking at Newegg and no reviews which suggests that it is new or new in US. I would go with a known brand G.Skill, corsair, etc.

I have the Hyper 212+ and wish I went with the EVO version which has a smooth flat base.

[black-wolf]

Just saw your Patriot Post. OK

[ajkane]

I read a bunch of reviews and they say the only difference between the + and the EVO was a little larger cfm.

[black-wolf]

The base where the heatsink meets the CPU. The 212 has grooves between the heat pipes and the EVO doesn't. I have mounted mine twice and it doesn't keep it any cooler than the stock fan did.

[ajkane]

Ok, well thanks! I had only heard good things about the +.

[ajkane]

Anything else?

[black-wolf]

Good luck with your build.

[ajkane]

Thanks!