1st build help

[Jai Stork]

Gday all,
I have the same old story, I want a gaming pc that will keep me happy and not be overly expensive ( under 2000 aud )
This is what I have so far : https://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=wish_lists&wlcId=321313&action=wish_lists

Intel Core i5 4670K
MSI Z97 G45 Gaming Motherboard
Galaxy GeForce GTX 770 GC 2GB
Samsung 840 EVO Series 250GB mSATA
Seagate Barracuda 1TB ST1000DM003
Kingston Hyper X Fury HX318C10FRK2/8 8GB (2x4GB)
CoolerMaster Storm Enforcer
Cougar PowerX 700W 80 PLUS Bronze Power Supply
ASUS DRW-24D3ST 24x DVD Writer
Windows 8.1 64 bit OEM
Total cost - $1504

Pretty much just looking for advice on if im in the right track and if not what to change ect.

 

[g-unit1111]

Not too sure about that power supply but everything else looks good. Maybe for the PSU it would be better to get something like this: http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_972&products_id=21502

Or this: http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_1619&products_id=27992

 

[i7Baby]

That's a pretty good start.

I'd prefer an i5 4690k and ASRock Z97 Extreme 4 per http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/mainstream-gaming-z97-motherboard,3824.html

And I'd try to get faster ram if its cheap enough eg http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=20093

And I'd get a better quality psu per http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1804779/power-supply-unit-tier-list.html eg Seasonic 620, Antec HCG 620M

or Try -

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($275.00 @ PCCaseGear)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($39.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($189.00 @ CPL Online)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($109.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($109.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($629.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Case: BitFenix Shinobi ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.00 @ CPL Online)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($145.44 @ Mwave Australia)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($22.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit) ($115.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $1790.44

 

[Jai Stork]

Thanks guys, g-unit1111 yeah I have no idea on what psu I need kinda just chucked one in haha.
I7 baby, thanks for that link comparison with the motherboards.
That build looks pretty damn good, do you think its worth the extra money for the gtx 780 video card ? Or just settle with a 770 ? Will it make a world of difference ?
Thanks again guys

 

[Redheadsrule13]

Thanks guys, g-unit1111 yeah I have no idea on what psu I need kinda just chucked one in haha.
I7 baby, thanks for that link comparison with the motherboards.
That build looks pretty damn good, do you think its worth the extra money for the gtx 780 video card ? Or just settle with a 770 ? Will it make a world of difference ?
Thanks again guys

For the price difference between a 780 and 770 now, it's well worth spending a bit extra and getting a 780. When it comes to power supplies I would advise getting something like a good 600-750w silver or gold rater PSU. It's a bit more expensive that what you need, but if you get a good one, it'll last you a couple builds.

Any of these will be fine:
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_354&products_id=22419
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_354&products_id=26264
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_995&products_id=23149
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_995&products_id=25474

 

[g-unit1111]

Thanks guys, g-unit1111 yeah I have no idea on what psu I need kinda just chucked one in haha.
I7 baby, thanks for that link comparison with the motherboards.
That build looks pretty damn good, do you think its worth the extra money for the gtx 780 video card ? Or just settle with a 770 ? Will it make a world of difference ?
Thanks again guys

For the price difference between a 780 and 770 now, it's well worth spending a bit extra and getting a 780. When it comes to power supplies I would advise getting something like a good 600-750w silver or gold rater PSU. It's a bit more expensive that what you need, but if you get a good one, it'll last you a couple builds.

Any of these will be fine:
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_354&products_id=22419
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_354&products_id=26264
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_995&products_id=23149
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_995&products_id=25474

Keep in mind that there is a huge difference in price. Here in the US it's a $100 difference between GTX 760 and 770, and another $100 difference between GTX 770 and 780. And then in Australia the difference between a GTX 770 and 780 is something like $210 AUD and that can make or break a budget of $1500 or more.

 

[i7Baby]

Prices change all the time.
The 780 is now $579 - http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=193_1483&products_id=23837
or the R9 290 is $479 http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=193_1575&products_id=26485

 

[Redheadsrule13]

I know how big the difference is between a 770 and 780, I also live in Aus. Compared to previous pricing gaps thought, it's a much more reasonable price-performance benefit compared to a couple of months ago. It is possible to wait a bit longer, however I don't see the 780 going down in price much until the 800 series comes out and that will be late this year/early next year I do believe.