Squeezing a bigger SSD, in case your GF doesn't want a more expensive case::
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor | $159.99 @ Micro Center |
| Motherboard | MSI H81M-E33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $45.98 @ OutletPC |
| Memory | G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory | $54.00 @ Newegg |
| Storage | A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $89.98 @ NCIX US |
| Storage | Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $47.99 @ NCIX US |
| Case | Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case | $44.90 @ Amazon |
| Power Supply | EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply | $39.99 @ NCIX US |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) | $87.89 @ OutletPC |
| Keyboard | Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse | $27.87 @ Amazon |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total | $598.59 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-02 18:52 EDT-0400 |