My OC $2,000 USD PC (1st build)

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Huang Ray

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Case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055Q7BR4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Motherboard http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EM4SHA0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

CPU http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CO8TBQ0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_10?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

CPU cooler http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ZN2NH6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_8?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
with
2 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00650P2ZC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1H9NMCPZH97BO

Memory http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006EWUO22/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3EWRFHP5OOL6Y

GPU http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSY1RVC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Drive http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E3W1726/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
with
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008YAHW6I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

DVD drive http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0033Z2BAQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1H9NMCPZH97BO

PSU http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ALYOPSS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Windows http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F3ZN2W0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

and...

Anti Static Wrist (Opinion) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004N8ZQKY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_9?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

ok...
This is my build.
I decided to use Asus vi Formula, because it has wifi with protecting and I think I do not need to upgrade it until 10 years or above.
Also, I think my psu is enough, if not I might buy this...
http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-80PLUS-Gold-Certified-Power-Supply/dp/B00EB7UITQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1399524788&sr=1-3&keywords=corsair+750
Also, for gpu, I might SLI it later if I need.
I think my cooling is good enough for me, and also, for my case, I think it is good enough for me (but kind of cheap).
Some might think the wrist is a waste of money, but for me, I think it is worth it so I will not accidentally forget to ground. Also, it is not that expensive... (5 dollars lol)
I am going to use this for alot of things, including gaming, some editing, and working. Please give me any suggestion if you found any. Thanks!
 
Solution
Hi and welcome to toms hardware!

Firstly, Nice Rig!

I am not wiling to change any parts, as they are all great choices, I only have suggestions;

1) If you ever want to watch Blu-Ray movies, it may be worth getting a Blu-Ray drive, not much more but a good investment if you want to start or continue watching Blu-Ray.

2) When you get your Ram, Overclock it to 1866Mhz, has the best benefit for Haswell CPU's and is the best speed to get due to speed/CL ratio. Don't buy a 1866Mhz module, as they are pre-overclocked 1600Mhz modules, just OC yourself.

3) I am certain you are wanting to OC (like the title says), just curious what you were thinking about doing so. I have a Intel i7 4930k clocked at 4.9Ghz, so I have OC experience.

4) That...

Nope. There are no performance differences. It's just the color preference. And for the case, I would suggest you to get NZXT H440. It's super silent and has a big side window and has a separate PSU chamber and comes with a price of $119.99.
 


TY, also, for NZXT h440, do I need addition fan on the front or it is ok? For Corsair 400d, it has two fans in the front, soo...
I know NZXT h440 is quieter, but I do not really need to be very quiet, because I will probably listen to music or something. Also, some people said h440 side panel is bad. They said when you close the panel, it will sometimes rub against the cable. I do not want that, so isn't corsair 400d (cheaper and kind of better?)

 


What? 650W is just enough, Though never ever go that low, you'll experience problems with BSOD's on a regular basis, go for a 750W PSU.
 

The NZXT H440 comes with 3 x 120 mm fans in the front and 1 x 140 mm fan in the rear *out of the box*. Plus, you can hookup 3 x 120/2 x 140 mm fans on the top. More info can be found here.

Is there a Corsair 400D? I think you meant Corsair 400R which is also good. And yeah the problem in H440 is because of the noise reducing foam used in the side panel, you might get cable-marks in the foam but the cables won't be affected. Hey, you're getting a fully modular PSU, right? Then you don't need to worry at all.

Additionally, this one comes with the huge side window. If you aren't into "cases with side window", get the Cosair one but I personally suggest you to get the H440.