PC Build using GTX 1070 ~$1750

[levskiboy1]

Hey there, I've decided that it is finally time to upgrade to a new PC and since the new GTX 1070 is out, and it's dollar/frame ratio is insane and overall the graphics card is amazing for what it's worth, I've decided to build a PC around it. But I don't know a lot about PC components so it would be great if someone can build me a PC I can check out. As I stated my budget is ~$1700-$1750 ( not looking for peripherals such as a monitor, mouse etc.). Thank you!

 

[Alan Caldwell]

Since your budget allows it, I'm going overkill! :lol:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII HERO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($217.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.00 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H440 (Matte Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Directron)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA P2 650W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1022.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-11 07:25 EDT-0400

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($314.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII HERO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($203.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.00 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H440 (Matte Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Directron)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA P2 650W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1120.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-11 07:26 EDT-0400

Why not a GTX 1080? Gaming at which resolution?

 

[lodders]

Both builds above are excellent.
You could even drop to a perfectly acceptable $120 motherboard and $40 air cooler, and give $140 to charity!

 

[Alan Caldwell]

^True.

Even with a GTX 1080 on both builds, you have money to spare. I have an old PC, donate a GT 730 for me :lol:

 

[levskiboy1]

Since your budget allows it, I'm going overkill! :lol:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII HERO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($217.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.00 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H440 (Matte Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Directron)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA P2 650W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1022.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-11 07:25 EDT-0400

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($314.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII HERO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($203.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($56.00 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H440 (Matte Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Directron)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA P2 650W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($83.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1120.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-11 07:26 EDT-0400

Why not a GTX 1080? Gaming at which resolution?

have a BenQ XL2411Z (1080p ; 144hz). For me obviously cheaper is better, that's why I've decided to go with the 1070 and not the 1080. I really like the 2nd build, but have a question about it: Why not choose the SeaSonic S12-II 620W PSU over the EVGA. Saw on a simillar thread saying that it's better quality. Also, I'll probably wait and not buy the 1070 Founders Edition.

 

[Alan Caldwell]

Good choice not going for the Founders Edition. The Seasonic you mentioned is Tier 2, non-modular. The one I gave is Tier 1, fully modular with 10 years warranty 😉

PSU Tier list
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

 

[levskiboy1]

Good choice not going for the Founders Edition. The Seasonic you mentioned is Tier 2, non-modular. The one I gave is Tier 1, fully modular with 10 years warranty 😉

PSU Tier list
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html

thank you so much for taking the time to help me. One last thing, the NZXT S340 is perfectly compatible with the 2nd build right? The H440 is a bit of an overkill for me 😀.

 

[Alan Caldwell]

LOL, that's okay.

 

[DillonJ3K]

i can attest to the evga 650 p2. I use it in my own rig, an it is an amazing psu. an very easy to work with.