$2000 -ish PC build

[zLukez]

(This is the worst time to build TBH with Kaby Lake & AMD Zen, but I can't wait another couple of months)

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Cpz26X
(Don't worry about the incompatibilities, already tested)

vs!

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/gDsDQV
(Don't worry about the case incompatibility)

I hear people say around this price range an i7 6800k is better. (My work can vary alot although I mostly game)

 

[jwcrellin]

Go with the i7 6700K build.
IMHO
Kill the wifi adapter and just get a usb dongle - save $80
Get a Phanteks Enthoo pro m acrylic/tempered case - save $40
Use saved money to get higher capacity ssd in nvme m.2 form factor

 

[elbert]

Not next couple months. Next few weeks as they are probably launching during CES.

 

[Isokolon]

Kaby Lake should hit the market in January I believe.

Builds are alright if the case is a fit
But the only reason going for a RM750x here is if you're going for a silent build. This of course would need a different case. Otherwise downgrade to 550W (650W with the 6800k)

 

[zLukez]

Sadly can't wait a few weeks....

 

[zLukez]

So what would you rate my building skills? Any suggestions ?

 

[zLukez]

Would it be wise to use the 6700k wait until Cannonlake and get a canon lake processor (selling the 6700k)

 

[Isokolon]

It's a good solid build. As said too much wattage on the PSU and that case will be tight, especially for that price. But a fine build.

As for cannonlake, nobody can tell you that as nobody has any idea yet how cannonlake will perform.
The 6700k is a very potent CPU and could perform well for many years. Personally I doubt it will be a significant performance plus, maybe a hexacore.
If that will make a difference is hard to say. I think the generation after cannonlake might be worth it but I might be surprised by Intel & AMD

 

[elbert]

Would it be wise to use the 6700k wait until Cannonlake and get a canon lake processor (selling the 6700k)

By leaks on cannonlake its not going to be using the same motherboard. Cannonlake will be lower nm plus upto 6 cores.

 

[g-unit1111]

Kaby Lake should hit the market in January I believe.

From the tests I've seen I haven't seen much reason to choose the 7700K over the 6700K. I wouldn't worry about it too much. The original build is decent, you can definitely squeeze a 1080 in there. Something like this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($324.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG R1 Ultimate 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Designare ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($212.12 @ Jet)
Memory: G.Skill TridentZ Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($122.88 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 256GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($199.99 @ Jet)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.78 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card ($669.99 @ B&H)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($109.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1869.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-24 14:51 EST-0500

That is almost my exact build. :lol:

 

[zLukez]

Wow you squeezed in a NVME drive and a 1080 thanks!

 

[jwcrellin]

From the tests I've seen I haven't seen much reason to choose the 7700K over the 6700K. I wouldn't worry about it too much. The original build is decent, you can definitely squeeze a 1080 in there. Something like this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($324.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG R1 Ultimate 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Designare ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($212.12 @ Jet)
Memory: G.Skill TridentZ Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($122.88 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 256GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($199.99 @ Jet)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.78 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card ($669.99 @ B&H)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($109.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1869.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-24 14:51 EST-0500

That is almost my exact build. :lol:

Wow you squeezed in a NVME drive and a 1080 thanks!

I think that's just about the best sub $2000 tower build you're gonna get. It'll definitely do a great job for ya for the next 4-5 years.

 

[zLukez]

I had another custom built PC, which after 2 years started to have problems( fan falling off, water cooling leak). I hope this one doesn't do the same.