1st gaming PC build(no set budget)

[ImDaBaron]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3Rxji

What do you guys think? I dont have a set budget so I can play around with certain parts(havent picked out the memory yet). I appreciate any input

 

[i7Baby]

You've only got $1000 of parts.

Have a look at - http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/build-your-own-gaming-pc,3766.html - the 3 different builds.

Work out a budget. Then tell us what you decided.

 

[Wilson Phan]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3Rxji

What do you guys think? I dont have a set budget so I can play around with certain parts(havent picked out the memory yet). I appreciate any input

Everything looks pretty good. I would just get a 2.5 TB hard drive to replace the three 500 GB hard drives. Same price but more storage. Also if you can, grab an SSD and install your OS on it. It helps OS boot up quicker.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

1st I'd recommend z97 just cause it's new and has longevity.

But sticking with the Z87 .... the best board under $200 is now $131 after 10% off w/ promo code 52MEMDAY12, ends 5/26 and $20 MIT

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130692

I don't get the three 500 GB HDs .... and no SSD ....a SSHD should work nicely for more speed and more capacity at about 2/3 the cost
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822178380


The MSI 760 is cheaper and faster and quieter
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127745

 

[ImDaBaron]

I forgot to add on there i'll be purchasing a Samsung 840 EVO 120GB SSD. I thought about just running a 2.5TB drive. But instead I'll be running the 3 drives in Raid 5. Any idea's for the memory? Was thinking 16 GB(2 8GB cards).

 

[Joseph DeGarmo]

I edited the build to add the RAM + SSD and also improve the CPU, video card, and PSU. This build will run games, such as Watch Dogs, like a boss.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($309.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.94 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($140.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($503.49 @ Amazon)
Case: Inwin GRone White (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic X Series 660W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($182.99 @ Mac Mall)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1734.43
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-26 20:23 EDT-0400)

 

[ImDaBaron]

Nice I like the changes Joseph. Only part I'm leery about is spending that amount on the video card even if it is the GTX 780.

 

[Joseph DeGarmo]

If you think the GTX 780 is too much, you can get a GTX 770 for way cheaper. Maybe this will help.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($309.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.94 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($140.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($319.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Inwin GRone White (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic X Series 660W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($182.99 @ Mac Mall)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1550.93
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-26 20:47 EDT-0400)

Or, if you don't mind AMD Radeon graphics, you can get an R9-290 which performs like a GTX 780 for less.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($309.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.94 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($140.25 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.94 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 290 4GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($335.50 @ Newegg)
Case: Inwin GRone White (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic X Series 660W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($182.99 @ Mac Mall)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1566.44
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-26 20:51 EDT-0400)

 

[ImDaBaron]

Awesome looks great Joseph. Definitely will take the Radeon into consideration. My main concern is playing Guild Wars 2 on the highest settings.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

Yes, I figured the same.... but if ya will consider the 780 along with the upgrade in my otjhe rpost, you'd see a great improvement and get a faster, quieter videocard for another $53 savings

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127746

 

[ImDaBaron]

Do you guys think the original power supply I picked out is good enough and with a decent margin for future expansion? I know SeaSonic is the best you can get. The power rating for all the changes varies but normally comes in a little below 500W.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

Better said Seasonic (as well as Delta and Flextronics) is capable of making best you can get. The Seasonic X series is the best you can get. Oft said that Corsair is good cause they are made by Seasonic....but Corsair's best known PSUs lines are made by others:

HX 750 / 850 series = Channelwell
AXi series = Flextronics
AX / HX 650 = Seasonic

Brand / OEM name is not a reliable indicator of quality.... The Model line is a pretty good indicator but as seen above these may be made by different OEMs and may be different levels of quality. So while the brand name can be a starting point .... more often on what to avoid rather than what to get, stick with the more reputable model lines and always make sure ya not getting the black sheep of the family.

HX 1050
http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story5&reid=245
Performance = 8.5
Build Quality = 7

HX850
http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story5&reid=299
Performance = 10.0
Build Quality = 9.5

As for the Seasonic you picked, it's not in their top tier but it certainly is a a goof PSU outperforming most in its price range. However, it is a 4 year old design, hence the Bronze rating

http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story5&reid=185