Is This a Good Gaming Build?

[mrieg21]

This is my build. I've got 2 main questions in addition to the "is it good" question:

1. Will it run most games at 60 FPS on high/very high settings for the next 1-3 years?
2. How many case fans do you think I might need to keep the build cool, but quiet?

Anything else you want to add about it is appreciated too though. Also, I WILL be overclocking the CPU and maybe the GPU.

Build:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($233.77 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $1350.57

 

[mrdmatt123]

get the 840 128gb ssd not pro and cheaper ram and get the 770

 

[antoni7]

This is my build. I've got 2 main questions in addition to the "is it good" question:

1. Will it run most games at 60 FPS on high/very high settings for the next 1-3 years?
2. How many case fans do you think I might need to keep the build cool, but quiet?

Anything else you want to add about it is appreciated too though. Also, I WILL be overclocking the CPU and maybe the GPU.

Build:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($233.77 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Video Card ($259.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $1350.57

Pretty nice build, but yeah don't get the GTX 760, even the 670 would be better performing than that, if you have a bit more money to spend though get the 770, which should run most games at 60 fps
The Samsung 840 Pro drives have an extra 2 years warranty than the standard 840 series as they use a different kind of flash... but I have the standard 840 series: cheaper and it's working a treat for me
If you want to save a bit of money, get some cheaper ram @ 1600 MHz, you won't be able to tell the difference and it'll still be quick. G.Skill is another good RAM brand.

As far as case fans go, just make sure your cable management is clean to provide maximum air flow efficiency throughout your case, 1 front intake fan and 1 rear exhaust fan should do the trick.

Hope that helps!

 

[mrieg21]

Pretty nice build, but yeah don't get the GTX 760, even the 670 would be better performing than that, if you have a bit more money to spend though get the 770, which should run most games at 60 fps
The Samsung 840 Pro drives have an extra 2 years warranty than the standard 840 series as they use a different kind of flash... but I have the standard 840 series: cheaper and it's working a treat for me
If you want to save a bit of money, get some cheaper ram @ 1600 MHz, you won't be able to tell the difference and it'll still be quick. G.Skill is another good RAM brand.

As far as case fans go, just make sure your cable management is clean to provide maximum air flow efficiency throughout your case, 1 front intake fan and 1 rear exhaust fan should do the trick.

Hope that helps!

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($174.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($415.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series AF120 Performance Edition (2-Pack) 63.5 CFM 120mm Fans ($26.98 @ Outlet PC)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $1474.69

Alright, changed around some things. Upgraded to the 770, got the regular series for the SSD, and picked up 2 case fans. I kept the RAM the same because I'll only save $10-15 so it's not a huge deal. The whole build is a bit past my budget range, but it will be worth it and I can see the build lasting for 2-3 years (hopefully). I think that was all I need but I'll let some other people comment more.

 

[antoni7]

Pretty nice build, but yeah don't get the GTX 760, even the 670 would be better performing than that, if you have a bit more money to spend though get the 770, which should run most games at 60 fps
The Samsung 840 Pro drives have an extra 2 years warranty than the standard 840 series as they use a different kind of flash... but I have the standard 840 series: cheaper and it's working a treat for me
If you want to save a bit of money, get some cheaper ram @ 1600 MHz, you won't be able to tell the difference and it'll still be quick. G.Skill is another good RAM brand.

As far as case fans go, just make sure your cable management is clean to provide maximum air flow efficiency throughout your case, 1 front intake fan and 1 rear exhaust fan should do the trick.

Hope that helps!

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($174.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($415.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series AF120 Performance Edition (2-Pack) 63.5 CFM 120mm Fans ($26.98 @ Outlet PC)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $1474.69

Alright, changed around some things. Upgraded to the 770, got the regular series for the SSD, and picked up 2 case fans. I kept the RAM the same because I'll only save $10-15 so it's not a huge deal. The whole build is a bit past my budget range, but it will be worth it and I can see the build lasting for 2-3 years (hopefully). I think that was all I need but I'll let some other people comment more.

Yep, those case fans would've been my first choice too should be a sweet build!

 

[antoni7]

Pretty nice build, but yeah don't get the GTX 760, even the 670 would be better performing than that, if you have a bit more money to spend though get the 770, which should run most games at 60 fps
The Samsung 840 Pro drives have an extra 2 years warranty than the standard 840 series as they use a different kind of flash... but I have the standard 840 series: cheaper and it's working a treat for me
If you want to save a bit of money, get some cheaper ram @ 1600 MHz, you won't be able to tell the difference and it'll still be quick. G.Skill is another good RAM brand.

As far as case fans go, just make sure your cable management is clean to provide maximum air flow efficiency throughout your case, 1 front intake fan and 1 rear exhaust fan should do the trick.

Hope that helps!

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($174.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($415.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series AF120 Performance Edition (2-Pack) 63.5 CFM 120mm Fans ($26.98 @ Outlet PC)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($90.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $1474.69

Alright, changed around some things. Upgraded to the 770, got the regular series for the SSD, and picked up 2 case fans. I kept the RAM the same because I'll only save $10-15 so it's not a huge deal. The whole build is a bit past my budget range, but it will be worth it and I can see the build lasting for 2-3 years (hopefully). I think that was all I need but I'll let some other people comment more.

Also just about the SSD again just be careful, I forgot what it was called but now I remember
the standard 840s use TLC flash which supposedly has a lower write endurance than the pro series, meaning how many times you can write and rewrite information on a memory cell before it won't retain the new information anymore. But because you're only using it for the OS it should be fine, like I said samsung guarantee it for three years anyway.