Computers Help building my first gaming rig - Page 5

**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)

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 06:42 PM

Okay when I get home ill update the power supply because I will wanna upgrade in the future. Ill also re add the 770. Then ill need to find different low profile memory and rethink my monitor and I think ill be good to go?

**hometeam** · 11-24-2013, 07:07 PM

ANother suggestion. You can buy a corsair h60 water cooler for the same price as that air cooler. Silent and as same or better than the 212. Then you wont have to worry about low profile ram.

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 07:16 PM

I'd not thought of going that route, is it very difficult to do?

BryanBusby · 11-24-2013, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

a 700w minimum will do it.

You're way, way overshooting here. A good quality strong 550w+ psu would be plenty.

I also would choose a good price/performance selection over overshooting your range and doing an SLI later.

jd1020 · 11-24-2013, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BryanBusby

You're way, way overshooting here. A good quality strong 550w+ psu would be plenty.

Uhhhh?????

550W for sli 770? Don't think so.

**hometeam** · 11-24-2013, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BryanBusby

You're way, way overshooting here. A good quality strong 550w+ psu would be plenty.

I also would choose a good price/performance selection over overshooting your range and doing an SLI later.

700w so he is prepared for future SLI.

And yes, the h60 hooks up just like a regular cooler., but its got lines that run to a radaitor that you mount on the case, then mount fan on the other side.

jd1020 · 11-24-2013, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

ANother suggestion. You can buy a corsair h60 water cooler for the same price as that air cooler. Silent and as same or better than the 212. Then you wont have to worry about low profile ram.

The H60 is $55+.

The EVO will work just as good for $20+ less. None of those prefilled water coolers are particularly good for how much they cost.

BryanBusby · 11-24-2013, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jd1020

Uhhhh?????

550W for sli 770? Don't think so.

Notice how I mentioned not doing an SLI in that post.

jd1020 · 11-24-2013, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BryanBusby

Notice how I mentioned not doing an SLI in that post.

Notice how the person building the computer didn't?

ragedogg69 · 11-24-2013, 07:45 PM

This is the biggest problem about building a rig. There is no perfect way. Hell there is no right way. I say if it plays what you want and fits your budget, go for it. You can spend weeks doing this over and over again.

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 07:52 PM

Yeah I think i might just keep it cheaper and simple for now and keep the fan. any recommendations for 8gb of low profile ram?

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 08:01 PM

added http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair...gx3m1a1600c10b

its still corsair vengeance. and its 1x8gb stick, its low profile and cheaper than 2x4gbs

took off the keyboard to keep cost lower also, can deal with my logitech for the time being

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 09:00 PM

I'm a little hesitant on the AsRock MOBO after reading so many reviews of people getting theirs and finding out either the pins in the RAM slots are bent, or the MOBO itself was just DOA out of the box

Imon Yourside · 11-24-2013, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shogun

Yeah I think i might just keep it cheaper and simple for now and keep the fan. any recommendations for 8gb of low profile ram?

Since you live in Olathe, I would definitely go to Microcenter. It's a just a hop down I-35 from ya...

Here is the November catalogue there.
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/...7#/14b821a7/43

I believe they price match places like newegg as well.

**Shogun** · 11-24-2013, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KILLER_CLOWN

Since you live in Olathe, I would definitely go to Microcenter. It's a just a hop down I-35 from ya...

Here is the November catalogue there.
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/...7#/14b821a7/43

I believe they price match places like newegg as well.

Damn, I can get my 770 GPU $80 cheaper on there.

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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