Computers Help building my first gaming rig - Page 44

**Shogun** · 07:47 PM

The PC vs Console thread really got me going (although, I've been wanting to do this for some time) I want to build a nice gaming rig that I can use to play some PC exclusives on as well as not having to worry about it being slow as hell compared to my POS laptop.

What I want -

1. Must be able to run graphics at med/high settings. (770 card?)
2. I'd like to have good storage for movies/music (I don't know the advantages/differences of an SSD/HDD.
3. I'd like to have an HDMI port so I can move it into my living room on the big screen.
4. I do need a monitor. Undecided whether or not I want to run a dual/tri monitor setup yet.
5. I still burn CD's and Dvds. Will need a drive that supports both.
6. 8 GB of Ram at least with options to upgrade to 16gb in the future.

To sum It up I want a Rig that can do it all with little to no issues speed wise. I have a budget of around $1000, which is pretty flexible.

I also like pretty things. So I'm not afraid to spend a little more on a nicer case. Am a big fan of the Cooler Master Stryker case, I love the cases with the windows in the side with LEDS.

If anybody would like to help me I would greatly appreciate it. I just want to be apart of the PC master race.

EDIT:

This is build I am going with, unless I find good deals on better components.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($174.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($86.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($58.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($312.99 @ B&H)
Case: Corsair Vengeance C70 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 37.9 CFM 120mm Fans ($27.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.00 @ Amazon)
Total: $1268.85
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-26 20:46 EST-0500)

**hometeam** · 11-19-2016, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shogun

Saw a deal on the 6700k for black friday under 200 with the MIR @ MicroCenter if the 7700 falls though

Yea They dropped in the past few days.

Im not doing this till January commission check probably so mid jan.

**hometeam** · 11-19-2016, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

I'm on the look out for a 27" 4k 144Hz monitor deal.

Seen plenty of 4k monitors, but none that are 144Hz. Seen plenty of 144Hz monitors, but they're all 1080p.

https://jet.com/product/detail/92d34...g&gclsrc=aw.ds

Silock · 11-19-2016, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

https://jet.com/product/detail/92d34...g&gclsrc=aw.ds

Whew! That's still a bit steep! Stupid technology 😕

**Shogun** · 11-22-2016, 05:58 PM

Thoughts on best VR device? Leaning toward the Vive.

**Buck** · 11-22-2016, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shogun

Thoughts on best VR device? Leaning toward the Vive.

My thoughts are no.

**Shogun** · 11-22-2016, 06:06 PM

Tech just not quite there yet or what?

**Buck** · 11-22-2016, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shogun

Tech just not quite there yet or what?

1st iteration
Lack of library
Games are overpriced
VR set is overpriced

Wait til the 2nd gen comes out and see if it's worth buying then.

If you've got money burning a hole in your pocket, go for it.

It's literally going to cost you $1000 to be able to buy the thing and play a couple games.

**hometeam** · 11-22-2016, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shogun

Tech just not quite there yet or what?

I am so not excited about VR,

Sure, its got some novelty, but have you seen the shit games?

Silock · 11-23-2016, 03:16 AM

Yeah, VR is awesome, but it's still too new to drop a grand on.

BigBeauford · 12-01-2016, 10:47 AM

Soooo my Steam Machine turned out to be a pile of shit and got the 5 yellow lights like every other one. So now I want to build a similar form factor machine. I have the OS on the SSD, and one unit of 4 GB Ram for a laptop. What's a good setup, can a machine be built using a laptop MOBO like the steam machine?

**hometeam** · 12-01-2016, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBeauford

Soooo my Steam Machine turned out to be a pile of shit and got the 5 yellow lights like every other one. So now I want to build a similar form factor machine. I have the OS on the SSD, and one unit of 4 GB Ram for a laptop. What's a good setup, can a machine be built using a laptop MOBO like the steam machine?

Laptop mobo = laptop processor = POS

Just use Micro ATX, it can be done

11-24-2013, 01:27 PM
Shogun The White Skip Bayless Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olathe Casino cash: $9477174	Help building my first gaming rig The PC vs Console thread really got me going (although, I've been wanting to do this for some time) I want to build a nice gaming rig that I can use to play some PC exclusives on as well as not having to worry about it being slow as hell compared to my POS laptop. What I want - 1. Must be able to run graphics at med/high settings. (770 card?) 2. I'd like to have good storage for movies/music (I don't know the advantages/differences of an SSD/HDD. 3. I'd like to have an HDMI port so I can move it into my living room on the big screen. 4. I do need a monitor. Undecided whether or not I want to run a dual/tri monitor setup yet. 5. I still burn CD's and Dvds. Will need a drive that supports both. 6. 8 GB of Ram at least with options to upgrade to 16gb in the future. To sum It up I want a Rig that can do it all with little to no issues speed wise. I have a budget of around $1000, which is pretty flexible. I also like pretty things. So I'm not afraid to spend a little more on a nicer case. Am a big fan of the Cooler Master Stryker case, I love the cases with the windows in the side with LEDS. If anybody would like to help me I would greatly appreciate it. I just want to be apart of the PC master race. EDIT: This is build I am going with, unless I find good deals on better components. PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2 Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/by_merchant/ Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/benchmarks/ CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ SuperBiiz) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC) Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($174.98 @ SuperBiiz) Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($86.99 @ Newegg) Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon) Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($58.98 @ OutletPC) Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($312.99 @ B&H) Case: Corsair Vengeance C70 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg) Case Fan: Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 37.9 CFM 120mm Fans ($27.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg) Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg) Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.00 @ Amazon) Total: $1268.85 (Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.) (Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-26 20:46 EST-0500) Last edited by Shogun; 11-26-2013 at 07:47 PM..
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11-23-2016, 03:16 AM	#654
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Yeah, VR is awesome, but it's still too new to drop a grand on.
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12-01-2016, 10:47 AM	#655
BigBeauford MVP Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Lenexa, KS Casino cash: $2286717	Soooo my Steam Machine turned out to be a pile of shit and got the 5 yellow lights like every other one. So now I want to build a similar form factor machine. I have the OS on the SSD, and one unit of 4 GB Ram for a laptop. What's a good setup, can a machine be built using a laptop MOBO like the steam machine?
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