This is my first build and I'm seeking a bit of advice on the parts. I looked around for suggestions, and read (am still reading) some guides on how to go about picking out the parts. I ignored the sales b/c I might not buy my parts from there. Would you consider this build good, and more importantly, is everything compatible?
Before I get started, I would like to let you know my biggest concern is keeping my system from overheating. The i7 3770 is known to do that, so I want to focus on avoiding that.
My second concern is performance. A stable system with as little lag as my tiny budget can afford.
Finally my third concern. I just don't want my electric bill to sky rocket. I expect it to go up, but you get what I'm saying...
Also feel free to speak your mind in a constructive manner as I am eager to hear your opinion and learn from you.
Approximate Purchase Date: 1-2 weeks (hopefully)
Budget Range: $1.200 Goal - $1.300 (If can't be helped)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Rendering, Adobe photoshop, Gaming, light video editing
Are you buying a monitor: Maybe (if I can find a AV wire that connects my computer to my tv I won't have to.)
Do you need to buy OS: No (I'll be using vista until windows puts the fixed win 8 out)
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com (but I'm open to other sites)
Location: City, State/Region, Country - USA
Parts Preferences: Intel
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: Yes
Your Monitor Resolution:I'd like 1280x1024 but not sure how to check my T.v resolution.
Additional Comments:
1) I'm concerned about my computer overheating
2) My computer will run for 24/7 and at the minimal 12 hours
3) I'd like to leave space for upgrades
4) I'd like the computer to be powerful, but not a power hungry king if possible
5) It be nice if the computer didn't sound like a trucks engine.
6) I plan to use a dual monitor setup, however that is in the further future, so it is not mandatory
7) Programs & Games to be used: AutoCAD, DAZ 3D, Blender, Byrce, Adobe Photo Shop, Pinnacle Studio, GW2, Aion, Gameglobe & DK Online.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I don't have a computer, so...
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz (3.9GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 Quad-Core Desktop Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116502
Mobo: $189.99 - ASUS P8Z77-V LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131820
GPU: $289.99 - MSI N660 TF 2GD5 GeForce GTX 660 2GB 192-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127702
Case: $109.99 Fractal Design Define R4 Black Pearl w/ USB 3.0 ATX Mid Tower Silent PC Computer Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352020
Note: Would be nice if it was nice looking, but all I really care about is cooling and space to grow.
Cooling system: $76.99 CORSAIR Hydro Series H60 (CW-9060007-WW) Water Cooler
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181030
Note: Found this recommended someplace else, not really sure if it is the right one for me though.
Power Supply: $74.99 - XFX Core Edition PRO550W (P1-550S-XXB9) 550W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified ...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013
Memory: $164.99 - CORSAIR Vengeance 32GB (4 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory Model CMZ32GX3M4A1600C9 Is it true that buying 16GB 2x8 to equal into 32GB is not good?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233303
Note: From what I read, it sounded like having buffed would do me better for the graphics work. Is it true using 16GB 2x8 to make 32GB is not good to do?
HDD: $99.99 - HGST Deskstar 7K1000.C 0F10383 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822145304
Note: If need be, I can survive with only 300GB.
DVD: $79.99 - LG Black 14X BD-R 2X BD-RE 16X DVD+R 5X DVD-RAM 12X BD-ROM 4MB Cache SATA BDXL Blu-ray Burner, Bare Drive, 3D Play Back (WH14NS40) ... - OEM
OS: $150.99 Windows 7 (estimated guess)
Total = $1237.91 before taxes and rebates
Other - not counted on the list
Someone also recommended this Power Supply: $89.99 - SeaSonic M12II 620 Bronze 620W ATX12V V2.3 / EPS 12V V2.91 SLI Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151095&nm_mc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r&cm_mmc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r-_-Power+Supplies-_-SeaSonic+USA-_-17151095
What do you think, can it fit in my budget?
Also, should I even think about a SSD? Would it really benefit me?
SSD: $59.99 - Intel 330 Series Maple Crest SSDSC2CT060A3K5 2.5" 60GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820167120&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10446076&PID=4176827&SID=1v1y7s5bj3t37
Screen: Feel free to suggest one to me if you'd like, just don't add it to the budget.
I feel like I'm asking for an impossible build when I think about my budget. lol I thank anyone in advance for your help.
P.s. Thanks to FinneousPJ for the form.
Before I get started, I would like to let you know my biggest concern is keeping my system from overheating. The i7 3770 is known to do that, so I want to focus on avoiding that.
My second concern is performance. A stable system with as little lag as my tiny budget can afford.
Finally my third concern. I just don't want my electric bill to sky rocket. I expect it to go up, but you get what I'm saying...
Also feel free to speak your mind in a constructive manner as I am eager to hear your opinion and learn from you.
Approximate Purchase Date: 1-2 weeks (hopefully)
Budget Range: $1.200 Goal - $1.300 (If can't be helped)
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Rendering, Adobe photoshop, Gaming, light video editing
Are you buying a monitor: Maybe (if I can find a AV wire that connects my computer to my tv I won't have to.)
Do you need to buy OS: No (I'll be using vista until windows puts the fixed win 8 out)
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: newegg.com (but I'm open to other sites)
Location: City, State/Region, Country - USA
Parts Preferences: Intel
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: Yes
Your Monitor Resolution:I'd like 1280x1024 but not sure how to check my T.v resolution.
Additional Comments:
1) I'm concerned about my computer overheating
2) My computer will run for 24/7 and at the minimal 12 hours
3) I'd like to leave space for upgrades
4) I'd like the computer to be powerful, but not a power hungry king if possible
5) It be nice if the computer didn't sound like a trucks engine.
6) I plan to use a dual monitor setup, however that is in the further future, so it is not mandatory
7) Programs & Games to be used: AutoCAD, DAZ 3D, Blender, Byrce, Adobe Photo Shop, Pinnacle Studio, GW2, Aion, Gameglobe & DK Online.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I don't have a computer, so...
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz (3.9GHz Turbo) LGA 1155 Quad-Core Desktop Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116502
Mobo: $189.99 - ASUS P8Z77-V LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131820
GPU: $289.99 - MSI N660 TF 2GD5 GeForce GTX 660 2GB 192-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127702
Case: $109.99 Fractal Design Define R4 Black Pearl w/ USB 3.0 ATX Mid Tower Silent PC Computer Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352020
Note: Would be nice if it was nice looking, but all I really care about is cooling and space to grow.
Cooling system: $76.99 CORSAIR Hydro Series H60 (CW-9060007-WW) Water Cooler
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181030
Note: Found this recommended someplace else, not really sure if it is the right one for me though.
Power Supply: $74.99 - XFX Core Edition PRO550W (P1-550S-XXB9) 550W ATX12V 2.2 & ESP12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified ...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013
Memory: $164.99 - CORSAIR Vengeance 32GB (4 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 Desktop Memory Model CMZ32GX3M4A1600C9 Is it true that buying 16GB 2x8 to equal into 32GB is not good?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233303
Note: From what I read, it sounded like having buffed would do me better for the graphics work. Is it true using 16GB 2x8 to make 32GB is not good to do?
HDD: $99.99 - HGST Deskstar 7K1000.C 0F10383 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822145304
Note: If need be, I can survive with only 300GB.
DVD: $79.99 - LG Black 14X BD-R 2X BD-RE 16X DVD+R 5X DVD-RAM 12X BD-ROM 4MB Cache SATA BDXL Blu-ray Burner, Bare Drive, 3D Play Back (WH14NS40) ... - OEM
OS: $150.99 Windows 7 (estimated guess)
Total = $1237.91 before taxes and rebates
Other - not counted on the list
Someone also recommended this Power Supply: $89.99 - SeaSonic M12II 620 Bronze 620W ATX12V V2.3 / EPS 12V V2.91 SLI Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151095&nm_mc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r&cm_mmc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r-_-Power+Supplies-_-SeaSonic+USA-_-17151095
What do you think, can it fit in my budget?
Also, should I even think about a SSD? Would it really benefit me?
SSD: $59.99 - Intel 330 Series Maple Crest SSDSC2CT060A3K5 2.5" 60GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820167120&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10446076&PID=4176827&SID=1v1y7s5bj3t37
Screen: Feel free to suggest one to me if you'd like, just don't add it to the budget.
I feel like I'm asking for an impossible build when I think about my budget. lol I thank anyone in advance for your help.
P.s. Thanks to FinneousPJ for the form.