[Hardware] January Gaming PC Build Guide ~$1000

Here's the January build guide.  I chose AMD for this build because after going through tons of websites, forums, and videos, I've come to the personal conclusion that side by side that you will not see a difference in gaming.  With that being said, that makes the AMD a very good bang for your buck buy.  Check the video out and leave your questions or comments below.

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Price breakdown by merchant
Benchmarks

• CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor  ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
• CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ Amazon)
• Motherboard: ASRock 970 Extreme3 ATX  AM3+ Motherboard  ($89.99 @ SuperBiiz)
• Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($36.99 @ Newegg)
• Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.99 @ NCIX US)
• Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($98.97 @ Amazon)
• Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition 2GB Video Card  ($244.99 @ SuperBiiz)
• Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($51.52 @ NCIX US)
• Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply  ($51.98 @ Newegg)
• Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer  ($22.98 @ Newegg)

Total: $902.38

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-01-16 10:55 EST-0500)