Critique Gaming/Working Computer. $5000 Budget

[cc131]

Hey Guys!

I haven't made a new computer in the past 5 years so I think i'm due for an upgrade!

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/yNfLjX

Here's what I come up with so far, i'm not in tune with all the latest parts yet so any feedback would be appreciated.

This would be for mostly work and gaming, and for gaming it would just be WoW and maybe some other games in the future at max settings, no lag whatsoever.

Also I do want to have less of a dust monster, and a quiet computer, I picked the Corsair Hydro 110, reviews seem good on it!

Budget of 5000 but any lower would be good!

Thanks!

 

[plaintuts]

The build is kinda overkill for now but since your expectation is atleast 5 years then, go ahead.

Though I would recommend getting a single 980 rather than an sli of two weaker cards, then add another 980 along the way.

 

[cc131]

Thanks plaintuts! Yeah I want it to still be pretty fast after 5 years.

Would you recommend the 980 or the R290X?

Something like this:

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/sapphire-video-card-1003618gvxsr

 

[Trossa]

I don't think a sound card is needed. I assume you're doing some serious work so a serious build like this is needed.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5930K 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($564.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H110 94.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus RAMPAGE V EXTREME EATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($466.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 series 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-2800 Memory ($552.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($178.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 980 4GB STRIX Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($569.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 980 4GB STRIX Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($569.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case ($134.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic Platinum 1000W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($219.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus PB278Q 27.0" Monitor ($434.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: Asus PB278Q 27.0" Monitor ($434.99 @ NCIX US)
Speakers: Corsair Gaming Audio Series SP2500 232W 2.1ch Speakers ($199.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $4586.71
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-08 01:56 EST-0500

 

[Trossa]

By the way the 980 is leaps and bounds above the 290x, it's currently the strongest single gpu card there is.

 

[cc131]

Thanks Trossa!

Question, will a 1000W Power Supply be enough for that SLI setup? and question, how do you approximate the amount of voltage needed?

Thanks!

 

[PIEapple]

I have X99S GAMING 9 AC,but my GPU is GTX970 SLI,if you have more budget,I would go GTX980 SLI.Well..the moniter I would go 144MHz Refresh Rate Moniter,like BenQ XL2720Z,if you will play FPS game,this moniter would be good.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5930K 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($564.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H110 94.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI X99S GAMING 9 AC EATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($419.99 @ Directron)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 series 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-2800 Memory ($552.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($116.82 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($88.97 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($559.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($559.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case ($134.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair 1200W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($279.99 @ Amazon)
Monitor: BenQ XL2720Z 144Hz 27.0" Monitor ($414.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: BenQ XL2720Z 144Hz 27.0" Monitor ($414.99 @ NCIX US)
Sound Card: Asus Xonar DSX 24-bit 192 KHz Sound Card ($43.99 @ Newegg)
Speakers: Corsair Gaming Audio Series SP2500 232W 2.1ch Speakers ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $4467.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-08 21:35 EST-0500

 

[PIEapple]

Thanks Trossa!

Question, will a 1000W Power Supply be enough for that SLI setup? and question, how do you approximate the amount of voltage needed?

Thanks!

1000w would be enough to GTX980 SLI or GTX970 SLI.
But I would choose Corsair 1200W,If you will do 3-WAY SLI or add other drive in future,this would be good.

 

[USAFRet]

Better and cheaper SSD
840 EVO - $125
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-250GB-2-5-Inch-Internal-MZ-7TE250BW

 

[Trossa]

BEFORE YOU BUY. If you're not planning on doing 4 way sli, get the 5820k, it's the same processor with less PCI-E lanes and a slightly lower clock speed but lots cheaper.

Also, I'd consider getting a Noctua NH-D15 CPU cooler since temps are about the same, if not better than the H110, there's a lot less hassle involved and, since Noctua generally makes quiet fans, less noise as well.

 

[jafrankl]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ZYZbdC

Dual 970s will outperform a single 980... for nearly the price of one high end 980. CPU was way overkill, toned down slightly. Monitors, peripherals not factored in due to preference. Also, consider going above 60 Hz for the monitors... and aim for 1440p.

 

[tiny voices]

Why do you need 32gb RAM?

Also I would recommend a 750-850w PSU for SLI 970s, not 1000w.

 

[logainofhades]

Here are the changes I would make to the original build.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor ($389.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H105 73.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($109.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: MSI X99S Gaming 7 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($264.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($229.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($198.65 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($101.46 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($564.95 @ B&H)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($564.95 @ B&H)
Case: Corsair Air 540 ATX Mid Tower Case ($139.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Samsung U28D590D 60Hz 28.0" Monitor ($519.97 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Samsung U28D590D 60Hz 28.0" Monitor ($519.97 @ Amazon)
Speakers: Corsair Gaming Audio Series SP2500 232W 2.1ch Speakers ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $3904.88
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-09 14:21 EST-0500

 

[jafrankl]

Why do you need 32gb RAM?

Also I would recommend a 750-850w PSU for SLI 970s, not 1000w.

Figure not knowing the nature of his work, video editing or photoshop would hastily hog up that RAM if it's serious. Also, when running various drafting programs RAM can become an issue. 1000W PSU was probably high, but it leaves room for any expansions, in case his work demands peripherals or he wants to turn it into a leisure time server for media on the side.