gaming build for 2000 dollars

[aldoarip]

Hi everyone i would like to know what do you think about my build here : http://pcpartpicker.com/p/hfQhZL

Please give me advice, if there are anything i should change and why. Thank you

 

[retix]

I only would change the windows 7 to windows 8 or 8.1

 

[herrwizo]

Slightly better balanced and cheaper:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($214.89 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($132.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($135.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($326.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master HAF X ATX Full Tower Case ($169.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 144Hz 24.0" Monitor ($264.99 @ Adorama)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G502 Wired Optical Mouse ($64.99 @ Micro Center)
Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Pro Headset ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1795.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-11 08:08 EST-0500

You don't need 500GB SSD (unless you will be using it to install a dozen of games or so at the same time), 250GB is perfectly fine. Personal choice here, so feel free to revert back to 500GB if you need it. 16GB of memory is a no brainer for such a good rig, although 8GB is perfectly fine at this point for gaming - but since your budget allows it why not future-proof your rig, right? Also, feel free to revert to 8 if that's enough for you (and to save even more). The biggest difference is the PSU; the one you selected is top quality, but doesn't allow SLI in the future.

 

[Zerk2012]

The operating system really don't matter I still use 7 and with either you will get a free upgrade to windows 10 when it comes out.
http://www.pcworld.com/article/2873214/windows-10-will-be-a-free-upgrade-for-windows-7-and-8-users.html

 

[aldoarip]

Well im not thinking about SLI, cause its only using around 50% of 2nd video card.

Windows 7 isnt a problem for me since windows 10 will be out soon.

 

[aldoarip]

Do i need case fans too? I dont know if its useful, because the case itself already had several fans

 

[herrwizo]

Most likely not. Try using included fans, this should provide more than enough airflow. If you are happy with their performance and sound level, no reason to get additional fans or replace them.

 

[badboyrog2]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/TkhGNG
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/TkhGNG/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($214.89 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE_BK 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z97X Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($62.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($199.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($43.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($344.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case ($129.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.75 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 144Hz 24.0" Monitor ($264.99 @ Adorama)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G502 Wired Optical Mouse ($64.99 @ Micro Center)
Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Pro Headset ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1871.50
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-11 09:35 EST-0500