Feedback on water cooled 4k (future) rig

[aliasxneo]

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 ($94.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Asus RAMPAGE V EXTREME EATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($475.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($169.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card ($569.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 780T ATX Full Tower Case ($174.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 P2 1000W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($174.99 @ Micro Center)
Total: $2280.92
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-22 21:48 EST-0500

Notes:

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  ■ I understand there is only one 980 on there. I plan on adding a second one in the future for semi-decent 4k gaming.
  ■ The PSU is oversized for the above reason.
  ■ I'm going with six cores because I will be running a VM server for home automation and media streaming.
  ■ I'm really not in love with the case, but I can't find anything that will fit the water cooler and still look nice.

So, any feedback on the build? I'll be buying this throughout Black Friday sales.

 

[okcnaline]

I think this is already SUPERB... But is the last $1800 spent on pipes and reservoirs?

1) No need for that expensive SSD...
2) No need for that expensive motherboard.
3) I think it'll be cheaper with a Corsair H100i and Corsair 760T case. But whatever you want, that's apparel..

 

[aliasxneo]

I think this is already SUPERB... But is the last $1800 spent on pipes and reservoirs?

1) No need for that expensive SSD...
2) No need for that expensive motherboard.
3) I think it'll be cheaper with a Corsair H100i and Corsair 760T case. But whatever you want, that's apparel..

1) I've used the Pro series for years now and will never go back to anything else.
2) I agree, I've just had a thing for ROG gear. I'm open to alternative suggestions.
3) Thanks for the suggestion, I'll take a look at those.

 

[TheIcedCanadian]

I would get a 100i and a 750D - the 750D just looks amazing. The 750D also supports a LOT of water cooling.
This motherboard has the same red/black colour scheme and supports up to 4-way SLI. It is also $300 cheaper.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz97xgaminggt

 

[aliasxneo]

I would get a 100i and a 750D - the 750D just looks amazing. The 750D also supports a LOT of water cooling.
This motherboard has the same red/black colour scheme and supports up to 4-way SLI. It is also $300 cheaper.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz97xgaminggt

Thanks for the tip on water cooling option.

Unfortunately the motherboard you linked is a Z97 (which is not compatible with my rig).

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

I would get a 100i and a 750D - the 750D just looks amazing. The 750D also supports a LOT of water cooling.
This motherboard has the same red/black colour scheme and supports up to 4-way SLI. It is also $300 cheaper.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz97xgaminggt

Why the H100i? it is a weaker performing cooler.

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

I would get a 100i and a 750D - the 750D just looks amazing. The 750D also supports a LOT of water cooling.
This motherboard has the same red/black colour scheme and supports up to 4-way SLI. It is also $300 cheaper.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz97xgaminggt

Why the H100i? it is a weaker performing cooler.

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

For the case, check out the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe and Pro. The Luxe is one of the best looking cases on the market and the best case (along with the pro) for water-cooling that isn't too expensive(even though you aren't watercooling). Nothing is competitive with these cases in their price ranges. Once you get to the $180ish price point, the HAF stacker is a good choice in terms of radiators, but still the enthoo cases dominate when it comes to water cooling features. The 780t is not competitive as the Enthoo Pro and Luxe are much better cases at a lower price. Corsair is not my favorite company right now in terms of cases as they are loosing their quality and innovation, but still keeping their high prices. Honestly if you are just getting an H105 or a 120 or 140mm radiator, you don't need such a big case. A Fractal Design Arc Midi R2 would be fine. I would get the reference style if you do SLI in this case.
Also for case reviews, check out Hardwarecanucks.

Also the H105 is pretty loud, look at NZXT's X61 or swiftech's H220x/240x. The swiftech coolers can be expanded into a custom loop too. In reality, the the swiftech coolers are actually waterloops that are pre-assembled.

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

Getting an H105 is not watercooling. Heck there isn't even water in it, its propylene glycol. An H105 is an aio cooler. Watercooling is a little more complex.

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

I think this is already SUPERB... But is the last $1800 spent on pipes and reservoirs?

1) No need for that expensive SSD...
2) No need for that expensive motherboard.
3) I think it'll be cheaper with a Corsair H100i and Corsair 760T case. But whatever you want, that's apparel..

1) I've used the Pro series for years now and will never go back to anything else.
2) I agree, I've just had a thing for ROG gear. I'm open to alternative suggestions.
3) Thanks for the suggestion, I'll take a look at those.

Check out EVGA and MSI motherboards for x99. You might like them.

 

[-Lone-]

I have the NZXT Phantom 820 case, it is pretty huge, has multiple light settings if you like lights. There's a slot on top of the case which allows me to drill some holes and which allowed me to set quad fans on my Cooler Master Nepton 280L liquid cooling. I have 2x 200mm fan in front, 1x 140mm fan at bottom, another 120mm fan from my Radeon R9295x2 at bottom for intake. I have my quad fan and my 2nd 295x2 at rear for out take, so if you want a lot of cooling and a bit of style, I would recommend this case. My case is lit up like a Christmas tree, I think it is a pretty awesome case for style, cooling, and performance. If you're willing to spend $175 for a case, a bit extra $ for this one is not too bad. So if you want to check it out and see if you will like it, I'll give you the link to the specs: Black or white, your choice. Have fun

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146097&cm_re=nzxt_phantom_820-_-11-146-097-_-Product

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

An 850 watt would be just fine for two of those cards and you would even have room. Get an EVGA G2 Supernova 850w.