Gaming PC Build - Thoughts?

[cubewhiz]

Hey all,

My current computer is quite old so I'm going to build a new one. I've read through a number of threads and articles and I've come up with the below build, but I'd like to hear input about it.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($150.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($153.95 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Acer XB271HU bmiprz 27.0" 165Hz Monitor ($717.94 @ B&H)
Other: GTX 1070 ($380.00)
Total: $2017.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-09 22:08 EDT-0400

I will use the computer mostly for gaming and writing lesson plans. I don't have any specific budget for this build--it is flexible. I'd like to build something that will last a good while without paying a premium for things that aren't worth the extra cost.

I'd like to purchase it soon, though I guess I'm waiting on the 1070 anyway.

Thoughts?

 

[Guest]

Hey all,

My current computer is quite old so I'm going to build a new one. I've read through a number of threads and articles and I've come up with the below build, but I'd like to hear input about it.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($150.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($153.95 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Acer XB271HU bmiprz 27.0" 165Hz Monitor ($717.94 @ B&H)
Other: GTX 1070 ($380.00)
Total: $2017.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-09 22:08 EDT-0400

I will use the computer mostly for gaming and writing lesson plans. I don't have any specific budget for this build--it is flexible. I'd like to build something that will last a good while without paying a premium for things that aren't worth the extra cost.

I'd like to purchase it soon, though I guess I'm waiting on the 1070 anyway.

Thoughts?

That's actually a great build, but I wouldn't get a NEX series power supply. Try Nova GS instead. I might add one more intake fan also. The monitor looks great too if you feel it's worth it.

 

[WiiUMasterGman]

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/7cxsYr Overclockable (I suggest this one)

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/dJwcf8 Not overclockable

 

[schwatzz]

That's a pretty solid build. I agree with Pawacorn, you could save a few hundred on the monitor if you get a monitor without g-sync.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2518151/sync-worth.html

 

[cubewhiz]

That's actually a great build, but I wouldn't get a NEX series power supply. Try Nova GS instead. I might add one more intake fan also. The monitor looks great too if you feel it's worth it.

Is this one okay? Is 650W ideal for this machine?
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/9q4NnQ/evga-power-supply-220g20650y1

 

[CV_Taihou]

I'd suggest replacing the CM Hyper 212 EVO with something like a Cryorig H7. It's a much better cooler all around, and isn't that much more in terms of cost. The 212 EVO is just a super old design and doesn't perform to the same extent as newer, better coolers

 

[VR PC-BUILD]

Here is a bit improvement:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($314.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($150.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($153.95 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB Video Card ($600.00)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Dell S2716DG 27.0" 144Hz Monitor ($509.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2064.05
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-10 12:08 EDT-0400

 

[Guest]

That's actually a great build, but I wouldn't get a NEX series power supply. Try Nova GS instead. I might add one more intake fan also. The monitor looks great too if you feel it's worth it.

Is this one okay? Is 650W ideal for this machine?
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/9q4NnQ/evga-power-supply-220g20650y1

Yes, much better.

 

[cubewhiz]

Thanks for all the input guys!

MicroCenter was having a sale on some of the parts, and they price-matched the ones that were more expensive, so I wound up making a few upgrades.

I was able to pick up the i7-6700K for $289.99 and the Asus Z170-AR for $129.99. They also had the GTX 1080 in stock and not the 1070 so I got the Gigabyte G1 1080.

Looking forward to getting it all together!