My PC Build

[squale71]

Hello everyone. First time PC builder here. I have a little knowledge on the subject but wanted to see if I was missing something or if I'm possibly going overboard or not enough with some components. My main goal is PC gaming. I want to keep it around 1200, and right now this current build is slightly over that, which is fine. I love the graphics card and I think that's the one I want to go with, so I guess that's what I really want to build my system around.

Here is a public wish list:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/MVN9NBSSXSDH/ref=cm_wl_rlist_go_o?

My biggest question/concerns lie with the motherboard and case, and I have the least amount of knowledge on those two. From what I've understood, the motherboard I have will go well with the other components. Is there anything else I'm missing or something I've overlooked? (Minus software, monitor, keyboard, etc)

 

[Havo_k]

Your motherboard is good. For the case, look into corsair 300r and nzxt phantom 410.

I suggest that you get the cooler master hyper 212 evo cpu cooler as 4790k runs pretty hot.

Some of the parts are cheaper elsewhere so take a look at em:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($318.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($76.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($123.87 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.75 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card ($339.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: XFX XTR 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.49 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/RSBS DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1268.77
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-07 00:02 EST-0500

 

[squale71]

Thanks for the suggestion. I like the simplicity of the 300r but I do quite enjoy the look for the phantom 410.

As for the cooler, I was thinking about that too. I don't have any plans to overclock (at least at first), but I'm guessing it can't hurt, and cooling systems are relatively inexpensive.

 

[theonerm2]

You made some very good choices although you could get better prices on some of the items if you were to shop around. Pcpartpicker is a good website to find the best prices on all your components.

 

[jimthenagual]

Can tell you have done some homework, really nice choices.

A couple of things to think about
-you can either drop the wattage on the psu to 550W or up it to 750W. A 650W is kind of an awkward size for your build. A 550W would be good for a single 970, and a 750W would be good in case you want to SLI in the future. You could stay with a 650W, it's not going to hurt anything of course. In fact you could even SLI with it, but I personally wouldn't. It would have the PSU working harder than I like, thus the 750W recommendation.

-you could drop to an i5 cpu if you want to save some money. For gaming, it is an amazing cpu, and really all you need. If you want to try and rub the crystal ball like I did, stay with the i7 in hopes that newer games make use of it.

-The hyper 212. It's a good basic cooler for basic overclocking. You won't break any OC records with it though. If you want to push the OC a little harder, look to the Noctua NH-D15. Otherwise stick with the hyper 212, it is probably the most popular cpu cooler there is.

-You asked about the motherboard. That one is excellent, one of the best at that price point.

 

[Mr_Venbeer]

If you are just gaming, then you should go with an Intel i5 processor. Put some more money on a better case, and the motherboard is fine..

 

[squale71]

All very good suggestions. I was struggling with deciding between an i5 and i7. This machine will eventually become my work PC as well as I move up in the development field, and while I don't NEED a beastly processor for most of the IDE's I'll be using, it will be nice to have. And I figure since it's a huge investment, paying a little more for a better processor will further future proof it in the long run. I guess that's how they get ya.

I'll take a look at the PSU. That's actually the first time I heard that feedback so it's great to know.

 

[theonerm2]

All very good suggestions. I was struggling with deciding between an i5 and i7. This machine will eventually become my work PC as well as I move up in the development field, and while I don't NEED a beastly processor for most of the IDE's I'll be using, it will be nice to have. And I figure since it's a huge investment, paying a little more for a better processor will further future proof it in the long run. I guess that's how they get ya.

I'll take a look at the PSU. That's actually the first time I heard that feedback so it's great to know.

I was in the same position last month. I eventually decided on getting the Core i5 4690K because it's all I needed. I don't think you need the Core i7 4790K based on the usage information you provided but if you can comfortably afford it then get it.