1st Build - Budget ~$1400

[l00i7]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($319.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V PRO ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($104.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Samsung Spinpoint F3 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Samsung Spinpoint F3 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Samsung 830 Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($417.55 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair 750W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $1587.44
(Prices include shipping and discounts when available.)

Updated again thanks to bigcyco1, Brandon402, hellfire24 & phenom90

Hi,

I choose the i7-3770 instead of the i7-3770k because virtualization would be one of the tasks that I'll be using the PC for. I added the aftermarket Cooler Master Hyper because as I researched, when the processor reached 3.9Ghz on turbo mode, the Intel CPU fan doesn't do a good job. I choose the motherboard because I looks soild & it has Intel turbo mode technology which should boost the processor frequency. I choose 16GB of RAM for virtualization purposes. I won't be playing much games but I might from time-to-time, plus I'll want to hook my CPU to 3 monitors that's why I choose the EVGA GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1GB Video Card.

So, my main concerns are:
1. Are the above parts compatible together?
2. Is the PSU enough to run all hardware smoothly?
3. Will the case fit all the components neatly?

Thanks!

 

[bigcyco1]

Yes everything is compatible and will fit in case neatly the PSU is more than enough the only problems i see is the 560TI 1GB it will not work with 3 monitors i would suggest you get a card with 3GB and if your going to get that aftermarket cooler you need low profile ram. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233280

 

[l00i7]

Thanks for your reply.

1. Would this graphics card be good? EVGA GeForce GTX670
2. Would there be any performance issues if I go for the RAM model that you proposed? and they only reason that you had to change the RAM that I selected was that it won't fit, right?

 

[bigcyco1]

Thanks for your reply.

1. Would this graphics card be good? EVGA GeForce GTX670
2. Would there be any performance issues if I go for the RAM model that you proposed? and they only reason that you had to change the RAM that I selected was that it won't fit, right?

Yes the GTX 670 would be much better good choice also this is the one you want http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-SuperClocked-Dual-Link-Graphics-04G-P4-2673-KR/dp/B007Z3HZLM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1341945035&sr=8-3&keywords=gtx+670+ftw it comes with lifetime warranty. As for the ram there would be no difference in performance it's because the ram you selected has big heat sinks which will conflict with your aftermarket heat sink that's why i suggested low profile there are a few choices i can list them if you prefer a different kind

 

[cbsevenfifty]

Yes the GTX 670 would be much better good choice also this is the one you want http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-SuperClocked-Dual-Link-Graphics-04G-P4-2673-KR/dp/B007Z3HZLM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1341945035&sr=8-3&keywords=gtx+670+ftw it comes with lifetime warranty.

No EVGA 670 comes with lifetime warranties. They are all "KR" models. Only "AR" models come with lifetime warranties.

 

[bigcyco1]

No EVGA 670 comes with lifetime warranties. They are all "KR" models. Only "AR" models come with lifetime warranties.

Are you sure about that i thought all of them did thanks for bringing that to my attention i will look into it

 

[bigcyco1]

I have a cheaper solution for you OP if it helps a R6950 for running dual monitor setup if you want to run three though then you should go with a 3 or 4GB Card anyway here is the info for the 6950 $189.99
With Promo Code: EMCYTZT1913
After $10 MIR with Free Shipping! SAPPHIRE 11188-22-20G Radeon HD 6950 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card (OC Edition) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102987&Tpk=14-102-987&nm_mc=EMC-GD071612&cm_mmc=EMC-GD071612-_-index-_-Item-_-14-102-987#top

 

[l00i7]

I have a cheaper solution for you OP if it helps a R6950 for running dual monitor setup if you want to run three though then you should go with a 3 or 4GB Card anyway here is the info for the 6950 $189.99
With Promo Code: EMCYTZT1913
After $10 MIR with Free Shipping! SAPPHIRE 11188-22-20G Radeon HD 6950 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card (OC Edition) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102987&Tpk=14-102-987&nm_mc=EMC-GD071612&cm_mmc=EMC-GD071612-_-index-_-Item-_-14-102-987#top

Thanks!

I'm willing to pay a bit more for the graphics card but I want to point out that I won't be playing that much games on my PC. I want a decent graphics card but not for hardcore gaming.

 

[bigcyco1]

Thanks!

I'm willing to pay a bit more for the graphics card but I want to point out that I won't be playing that much games on my PC. I want a decent graphics card but not for hardcore gaming.

Yes i sincerely apologize i should have read your post more better i see you mentioned that well the Radeon HD 7950 3GB or GTX 670 will serve you well then both cards should also be decent for gaming and any other uses. on a three monitor setup

 

[l00i7]

Thanks! Just one last question. Is the PSU enough or should I get one with more watts?

 

[brandon402]

Since you will be getting a i7-3770 instead of the 3770k, you don't need a Z77 motherboard. The Z77s are for overclocking, the H77s are for regular cpus. I have done a lot of research on this because I also plan to get a 3770 instead of the k model because I don't want to tinker with overclocking. Here is the top rated Asus H77 motherboard, it also has intel turbo boost, there I just saved you $100! 🙂
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131826

 

[skaggy]

more than enough for one graphics card

+1 for a gtx 670 over radeon

sabertooth.... over rated but does look cool lol

 

[l00i7]

I'll get the P8H77-V mobo & the EVGA GeForce GTX670 FTW 2GB. Guys, what about the PSU? Is it enough?

 

[hellfire24]

^it's plenty!
EDIT: 750w will easily run a system with 2x 670 in SLi and overclocking.

 

[l00i7]

^it's plenty!
EDIT: 750w will easily run a system with 2x 670 in SLi and overclocking.

Wow! Can you recommend me something that can fit my build?

 

[hellfire24]

tx750 v2 is a great choice.

 

[l00i7]

I have updated the build components above based on the recommendations and suggestions that I received. Should I go ahead & purchase all the components or do you guys have any other suggestions?

I really appreciate your help!

 

[hellfire24]

^[strike]your build looks cool! pull the trigger![/strike]
your mobo does not supports SLi.

 

[l00i7]

^[strike]your build looks cool! pull the trigger![/strike]
your mobo does not supports SLi.

Oh! Should I get the SABERTOOTH Z77 mobo? and as for the case, I like the NZXT Phantom more, do you think the components will fit?

 

[phenom90]

yes you definitely should go ahead and buy all the components that you want.. but judging from the spec assume that you won't do overclocking and sli... would you mind consider these? apart from building such a large tower.. for your usage actually you can complete your build in a smaller footprint.... take a look..

cpu: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116502
Intel Core i7-3770 - $320

mobo: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157294
ASRock Z77 Extreme4-M - $135

odd: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136247
LG DVD Burner GH24NS90 - $18

ram: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233280
CORSAIR Vengeance LP 16GB - $105

hsf: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103065
COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 Plus RR-B10-212P-G1 - $20

xtra fan: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103069
COOLER MASTER R4-BMBS-20PK-R0 - $12

hdd: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148840
Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB - $90

ssd: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820171567
SanDisk Extreme SDSSDX-120G-G25 2.5" 120GB - $110

psu: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341051
OCZ ZT Series 650W Fully-Modular - $80

case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163182
SilverStone Temjin Series TJ08B-E - $98

gpu: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130802
EVGA 02G-P4-2676-KR GeForce GTX 670 FTW LE 2GB - $400


total: $1388 after rebate excluding shipping

 

[hellfire24]

Oh! Should I get the SABERTOOTH Z77 mobo? and as for the case, I like the NZXT Phantom more, do you think the components will fit?

no,asrock extreme3 gen3 z68 will do fine-
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157271&Tpk=asrock%20extreme3%20gen3%20z68
1100 is a great case for it's price,and build quality is better than phantom.

 

[bigcyco1]

Thanks! Just one last question. Is the PSU enough or should I get one with more watts?

The PSU is more than enough you can run two 670 in sli with 750W 😉

 

[bigcyco1]

Oh! Should I get the SABERTOOTH Z77 mobo? and as for the case, I like the NZXT Phantom more, do you think the components will fit?

the components will fit your case is fine your mobo i would get one of these motherboards if you plan to oc instead all are better and cheaper but you can get the sabertooth if you wish mobo: ASUS P8Z77-V PRO LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131819#top

mobo:ASRock Z77 Extreme6 LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157295#top

mobo:GIGABYTE GA-Z77X-UD5H LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128545#top

 

[l00i7]

I change the mobo to Asus P8Z77-V PRO and the case to Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case. Should I go ahead?

** I updated my build above.

 

[bigcyco1]

I change the mobo to Asus P8Z77-V PRO and the case to Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case. Should I go ahead?

** I updated my build above.

Yes i would looks good to me but if you plan on ever overclocking your CPU get the i7-3770k 😉