Finalising PC build

xirlas

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CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K
Motherboard: ASUS Z97-A
Memory: Kingston FURY 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600MHz
Boot Drive: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB SSD

Hey guys, above are parts that I've locked in for my gaming pc.
I'll list the parts i'm thinking of going with to finish the build tomorrow.
Please leave some recommendations and if its enough power / cooling for the above parts.

Case: Corsair Carbide Series 200R
PSU: Corsair CX500
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper T4

Thanks in advance!
 
Solution
I would avoid the Corsair CX and RM series. They are known to be problematic. I would recommend Seasonic, XFX, or EVGA Power Supplies. If you are determined to use Corsair, then stick to the HX or AX series of power supplies.

I would recommend at a minimum 2x 4GB of CL9 1866 RAM . I prefer G.Skill brand of RAM like this set.

G.SKILL Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR $59

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231460&cm_re=gskill_1866-_-20-231-460-_-Product

or faster RAM


I would also choose a better CPU cooler but thast is up to you,

I would include a couple 120mm PWM fans either noctua or Corsair.

That should get you gaming...

xirlas

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Sorry forgot to mention it will also be used for video editing.
 

xirlas

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I was thinking of purchasing the GPU later on as i wont be gaming with it until i purchase it. It will be used for video editing at first. However i'll most likely go with the gtx 960 or 970..
 
I would avoid the Corsair CX and RM series. They are known to be problematic. I would recommend Seasonic, XFX, or EVGA Power Supplies. If you are determined to use Corsair, then stick to the HX or AX series of power supplies.

I would recommend at a minimum 2x 4GB of CL9 1866 RAM . I prefer G.Skill brand of RAM like this set.

G.SKILL Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR $59

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231460&cm_re=gskill_1866-_-20-231-460-_-Product

or faster RAM


I would also choose a better CPU cooler but thast is up to you,

I would include a couple 120mm PWM fans either noctua or Corsair.

That should get you gaming machine running well.
 
Solution


Get this one http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9 it will be eboug for later when you buy your GPU
 

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I tried to run a b/w theme with this. Just made a few adjustments to your original build, this is what you will be eventually using. Realistically the 4TB will be an add on if ever you need it.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($328.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 3 93.3 CFM Fluid Dynamic Bearing CPU Cooler ($89.90 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97S SLI Krait Edition ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($101.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Kingston Fury Black Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($112.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($97.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($122.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 4TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($206.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($319.98 @ NCIX US)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX TS 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1541.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-18 07:02 EDT-0400