How does this 3D Modeling Build Look?

[Alan Schwegler]

Building a new 3D modeling Rig. What does everyone think? Also upgrading for my awful gaming laptop.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/LQ64hM

 

[MasterDell]

That PSU needs to be changed. Will you be overclocking, ever? If so, an H97 board would save you money and give you basically the same features.

That SSD is now technically out dated aswell so getting the newer version or a different 120GB SSD all together will save you money and add performance. As for storage, how reliable does the HDD need to be? Is the end product crucial data? If so, looking into RAID 1 might be a good idea. Or just getting a WD Green.

http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/50150/raid-1


http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ynp399

 

[USAFRet]

Newer model SSD, twice the space, $10 more
Samsung 850 EVO 250GB
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147372

 

[MasterDell]

Newer model SSD, twice the space, $10 more
Samsung 850 EVO 250GB
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147372

Also a great option.

 

[PassMark]

I didn't see the dual 4K monitors in the parts list?

 

[MasterDell]

I didn't see the dual 4K monitors in the parts list?

What?

 

[Alan Schwegler]

Awesome! Thanks a ton for the advice. I will post the updated list in a second.

 

[PassMark]

I didn't see the dual 4K monitors in the parts list?

What?

Once your tried dual monitors, there is no going back

 

[MasterDell]

Okay sounds good!

 

[Alan Schwegler]

Here is the updated list! Great suggestions, I am not over-clocking just yet but would like the ability to in the future.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Y2bksY

-Switched MOBO to Asus H97-PLUS ATX LGA1150 Motherboard
-Switched Primary HDD to Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive. (Secondary drive I think is fine and I am within budget.)
-Switched cases to Xigmatek Recon ATX Mid Tower Case (Stupid USB 3.0 Headers.)

Feels like decent build for the price and power.

 

[popatim]

If you want the ability to overclock in the future then get a z97 board now.

 

[Alan Schwegler]

Upgraded GPU

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/YdvZD3

 

[Icaraeus]

Looks good. I would try and get a 600W PSU so that it'll last longer and have better longevity.

 

[Icaraeus]

I didn't see the dual 4K monitors in the parts list?

What?

Once your tried dual monitors, there is no going back

Dual 4k monitors are ridiculously expensive and his PC won't be able to handle it. No PC could handle it except maybe tri or quad SLI Titan X (in a PC that'd cost $5000-6000 in America, more elsewhere).

 

[PassMark]

Dual 4k monitors are ridiculously expensive and his PC won't be able to handle it. No PC could handle it except maybe tri or quad SLI Titan X (in a PC that'd cost $5000-6000 in America, more elsewhere).

My point was that,
A) He is building a system for 3D modelling, but seemingly failed to consider the monitor.
B) Most (or at least many) professional modellers would be running large dual or Tri screens.

Frame rates aren't as critical in modelling compared to gaming. You can live with 20 frames a second in exchange for more desktop space. You don't need a quad GPU setup to run a couple of large monitors.

 

[Icaraeus]

He never mentioned monitors. He probably already has dual monitors. I know you don't need quad SLI to run dual monitor, one is enough, but for 4k you'd need at least 2 or 3 high end GPUs for gaming and stuff.

 

[MasterDell]

Both of you quit bickering.

Alan, for a 970, 550W would definitely be fine, but since it is right on the edge, I would recommend a 600W PSU.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/gc64hM

I put in a better case. Because that one you listed might look good but it is really really bad.

 

[Alan Schwegler]

Yea I already have monitors. Lol. Thank you guys for the help. I am gonna get ready to start ordering stuff. Eventually I will create a build thread.

 

[MasterDell]

Okay sounds good. Link me to it if you would like and when you are ready.