This complete configuration should support running the latest titles such as Fallout and COD.
This complete configuration should support running the latest titles such as Fallout and COD.
If you have the budget for a 4GB 380, purchase it. If not, opt for an R9 285. Here’s the part list with prices from various sellers:
CPU: Intel Core i3-4160 3.6GHz Dual-Core ($96.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97M-D3H Micro ATX LGA1150 ($68.00 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 ($37.40 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 380 4GB PCS+ ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 Elite (Black) ATX Mid Tower ($39.10 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair CSM 550W 80+ Gold Certified ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS228H-P 21.5" ($124.25 @ Amazon)
Grand Total: $610.71 (includes shipping, taxes, and discounts where applicable)
Data compiled by PCPartPicker on 2015-11-25 15:07 EST-0500
Many users report issues like stuttering, frame drops, and poor performance when using high-end processors such as i7 and 980.
Another user with an i5 and a 290x is also playing without issues.