iBUYPOWER vs. Custom Build?

[harmamba]

I have been researching for a few weeks now and I have stumbled across an iBUYPOWER build that is equal if not better in parts and cheaper than a custom build put together. Just some thoughts from you guys on whether I should go for the iBUYPOWER build as it does have a bundle of toss-in's.

iBUYPOWER: http://www.ibuypower.com/Store/Special-A

Custom: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/R34JD3

I did some rearranging on the iBP parts list to match that of the customs and also a $50 coupon using 'geeks'. Let me know if you guys think this is a good buy as it is going to be my first gaming desktop.

 

[harmamba]

MicroCenter for him has most of things he needs (mobo, cpu and GPU.)

So pickup the mobo, GPU, and CPU all at Microcenter and order the other parts in?

 

[RealBeast]

That sounds like a great plan, I often stock up at Microcenter when in Dallas or Houston but order PSUs, SSDs and other stuff from Newegg or Amazon depending on who has a better deal at the time.

 

[Myth_N_Legend]

Oh it might, the one in Ohio has the GPU I want(not for the price though) where as the one here in Michigan the best GPU they carry is like 1 Titan X(or Y, or Z). As far as going or having stuff shipped to you that is your preference. I had got my MOBO, CPU, and Case at Microcenter, and the rest off of Newegg. For water cooling I order some stuff from performance Pc's.

 

[harmamba]

Will this computer be able to over clock with its current cooling and PSU?

 

[Myth_N_Legend]

I don't see why not, I am running my I5-4690k at 4597.28 MHz with a swiftech H220X and 7 case fans, I won't try for more until I get all the components for my custom cooling loop. Even then I am considering going to a I7-5830K, and a R9 295x2, but we'll see. I'm at 29 deg C at Idle and I haven't ran any benchmarks as I had to refill the loop. When it was initially installed I think it was running at 30 deg C idle and 75 deg C running performanceTest 8.0

 

[tiny voices]

Post the final build you are going to go with so we can look it over one more time.

 

[harmain]

Post the final build you are going to go with so we can look it over one more time.

Idk why my account got banned, but here it is http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nkrfcf . I am going to get it a little cheaper.

 

[tiny voices]

Looks good to me. All quality parts.

Also, you account is not banned.

 

[harmain]

Looks good to me. All quality parts.

Also, you account is not banned.

Ik that's what it looked like but when I tried to reply to you, it said 'You've been banned'. Just one double check, if I were to in the future, overclock the CPU and GPU will I need a higher PSU.

 

[tiny voices]

Do you use a VPN?

No the PSu is fine for overclocking both the CPU and GPU.

 

[harmain]

Do you use a VPN?

No the PSu is fine for overclocking both the CPU and GPU.

Ok thanks and yes I do, lol.

 

[tiny voices]

The VPN is the issue. Your account is 100% not banned.

 

[harmain]

The VPN is the issue. Your account is 100% not banned.

Ok thank you, should I buy any extras such as better thermal paste or zip ties, things to make my build as best as it can be.

 

[tiny voices]

The cooler comes with thermal paste.

Maybe get some small zipties if you like. I use them on all the builds I do.

 

[Bossyfins]

As Tiny said, you should be equipped with the things necessary to build it, but zip ties.. Those are a good idea if your aiming for clean cables.

 

[harmamba]

I guess I am bumping this thread, if anyone can give me advice on this new build I have created. I decided to increase my budget to 1300-1400$ and I want to know if this build is good for SLI, overclocking, and future upgrades.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/tNsdP6

 

[tiny voices]

PSu is junk. Change to the G2 unit. The G1 units are FSP based and not good.

The build is fine for overclocking and will support SLI.

 

[harmamba]

PSu is junk. Change to the G2 unit. The G1 units are FSP based and not good.

The build is fine for overclocking and will support SLI.

Could I go B2 series or just go G2? Cause that could save me a couple bucks.

 

[Bossyfins]

Yes. The only real difference between g2 and B2 is the b2 is semi modular, and it is bronze rated rather than gold. Either way, it is much better quality

 

[harmamba]

Thank you guys yet again.

 

[Bossyfins]

No problem.