$2000 workstation for computer animation

[Kazmora]

Hi, I'm a computer animation student and I'm looking into getting a workstation. I stumbled upon this build
http://www.amazon.com/CybertronPC-Blueprint-CAD3193B-Desktop-Black/dp/B00F254LT4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1399592891&sr=8-1&keywords=cybertron+blueprint

What I would like to know is what you guys think about the price considering what is included. But if you guys come up with a build suggestion or another prebuilt option, please go ahead and post it .

What is more important to me here is to have a good graphics card in order to work well with animation programs.

Approximate Purchase Date: this week

Budget Range: 1800-2200

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Maya, After Effects, Photoshop....

Are you buying a monitor: No

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Amazon or Newegg

Manufacturer: The computer is built by CybertronPC in Whichita.

Parts Preferences: Nvidia Quadro K4000

Why Are You Upgrading: I need a workstation in order to do my university assignments.

General Specifications:
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H87M-D3H
Operating System: Windows 8 Pro 64-bit
Form Factor: Mid-tower
Bays: (External) 2 - 5.25" Drive Bays; 8 - 3.5" Drive Bays; 2 - 2.5" Drive Bays
PCI Slots (Total): 2
PCI Slots (Available): 2
PCI Express X16 Slots (Total): 2
PCI Express X16 Slots (Available): 1
USB Ports: 6 USB 3.0; 4 USB 2.0
LAN Ports: 1 - RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
Audio Out Jacks: 5
Line In Jacks: 1
Microphone Jacks: 2
DVI Video: 1
DisplayPorts 2
Warranty: 1 Year Labor and Parts
Additional Support: FREE LIFETIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Processor:
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Number: i7-4770K
Processor Cores: 4
Processor Speed: 3.50GHz
Max. Turbo Speed: 3.90GHz
Processor Generation: 4th
Processor Interface Socket 1150

Memory:
Memory Type: DDR3
Total Memory: 32GB
Memory Speed: DDR3 1600MHz
Memory Slots (total): 4
Max Memory Supported: 32GB

Hard Drive / Mass Storage:
Hard Drives Included: 1
Hard Drive Types: Hard Disk Drive
Capacity: 1TB
Speed: 7200 RPM
Compatible RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10
(RAID levels 5 and 10 will require additional hard drives, not included in base configuration)

Optical Drive:
Optical Drive Type: DVD±RW Dual Layer

Audio:
Audio Description: Integrated Audio
Audio Channels: 7.1 Channels

Video Graphics:
Graphics Description: Dedicated Graphics
GPU/VPU: NVIDIA Quadro K4000
Video Memory: 3GB
Video Interface: DVI; 2x DisplayPort

Networking:
LAN Description: Gigabit Ethernet
LAN Data Transfer Rate: 10/100/1000Mbps
LAN Interface Type: RJ-45
LAN Ports: 1

Thanks in advance!

 

[sunder25]

Hello,
I'm not sure in what state the pc will be shipped, but if it is shipped pre built-all components in-it will be less safe for the parts than if it were to be shipped in pieces. for example the graphics card/motherboard can be damaged due to shocks and bumps.

 

[Kazmora]

Hello,
I'm not sure in what state the pc will be shipped, but if it is shipped pre built-all components in-it will be less safe for the parts than if it were to be shipped in pieces. for example the graphics card/motherboard can be damaged due to shocks and bumps.

I see, you are right about that. I would have a warranty from the carrier though. But what you said makes me more open to bring the components separately.

I'm still quite curious about this cybertronPC and would like to know if it is a good deal.

 

[sunder25]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1230 V3 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($244.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Hero ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($149.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Hitachi Deskstar 7K2000 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($83.12 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX Titan Black 6GB Video Card ($1027.27 @ TigerDirect)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Antec HCG M 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24F1ST DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $2168.30
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-08 21:41 EDT-0400)

I made a build that should be better for your purposes, the k4000 is old technology, the titan black should be superior to it in every way.

This build is just the general idea, and comes with the added advantage of gaming(if you are into that) -though shipping will be a problem.
Also, take a read here:
http://www.renderosity.com/nvidia-quadro-k4000-in-review-cms-16633

To answer your question, i don't think the cybertron pc is a very good deal.

 

[Kazmora]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1230 V3 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($244.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Hero ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($149.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Hitachi Deskstar 7K2000 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($83.12 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX Titan Black 6GB Video Card ($1027.27 @ TigerDirect)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Antec HCG M 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24F1ST DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $2168.30
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-08 21:41 EDT-0400)

I made a build that should be better for your purposes, the k4000 is old technology, the titan black should be superior to it in every way.

This build is just the general idea, and comes with the added advantage of gaming(if you are into that) -though shipping will be a problem.
Also, take a read here:
http://www.renderosity.com/nvidia-quadro-k4000-in-review-cms-16633

To answer your question, i don't think the cybertron pc is a very good deal.

First, let me thank you for taking the time to help me out with this!
Actually, the article you linked, is what convinced me of choosing a Quadro k4000. And since working with Maya is my priority, I thought it would be the right choice.
The shipping would indeed be an issue, I was thinking of buying from Newegg since I heard they would ship everything together and that would reduce taxes and shipping considerably when it arrives to my country.
I really want to make the right choice, so I really appreciate your help.