Have 2 build's need help -> Rendering/Autocad/3ds and light gaming

[mikego]

So here are the two builds. Like I say I will use the pc mostly for Rendering/Autocad and 3d because I am an architect student about to finish.

In the first setup I will have a worse GPU but a 6core processor and DDR4 ram. Basically Im just wondering if this 6core DD4 ram will make much diference when rendering or using photoshop as to the other 4core DDR3 choice. As you can see there is a big diference between the GPU's. I must say I have an extra 8800gt laying around to SLI if possible or whatever you call that, im a noob at this stuff xD

To note I wont be overcloking I think becauase ive never done that nor do I know how to.

1.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor ($373.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock X99 Extreme4 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($184.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($114.99 @ B&H)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($97.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R7 360 2GB Video Card ($103.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Raidmax ATX-402WB ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $975.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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2.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 612 Ver.2 44.2 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler ($39.04 @ Mwave)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97N-WIFI Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard ($105.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($48.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($43.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB FTW+ ACX 2.0+ Video Card ($363.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Commander G42 ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.50 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $941.47
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-08-06 10:51 EDT-0400

Thank you very much for reading

 

[logainofhades]

For the most part, I would say build 2. Your programs are very Nvidia friendly. Not sure why you chose a mini-itx board, and a mid tower case though. Do not really need the aftermarket cooler, for the 4790. Even then I would get something less expensive, like the Rajintek Aidos, or coolermaster Hyper 212 evo.

Build 1 has a poor quality PSU, just as an FYI.

 

[mikego]

You think getting a better motherboard that would allow me to SLI with my 8800gt be worth it? Im kind of on a budget and would only do that if it was super worth it. Thanks for the changes by the way

 

[logainofhades]

Your 8800gt is so old, that it isn't worth doing that. Even a GTX 960 would be better, than SLI 8800gt.

 

[mikego]

Your 8800gt is so old, that it isn't worth doing that. Even a GTX 960 would be better, than SLI 8800gt.

Ok thanks. Another thing, I dont think I will overclock as Ive never done that or thinks its needed, so bettween a Xeon 1231 and the i7 4790k what would you choose? If its noticeble speed diference in rendering or 3d? I think its around 70-80$ difference which if the speed of renders or reaction time on the pc was remotely noticeable I wouldnt mind getting the i7 instead

 

[logainofhades]

The 4790k I do not think is worth the added cost, vs a 1231v3. That money would be better spent on GPU.