Please Verify my build!

[Pedrolamac]

Hello I would like to know how my build looks. These items are all shipping because for what I've researched they seem to be compatible and have no problems. I would like an expert to confirm this and give me any suggestions.
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1070 Dual 8gb
Processor: Intel 7th gen i7-7700k
Motherboard: ASUS PRIME Z270-A LGA1151 DDR4 DP HDMI DVI M.2 USB 3.1 Z270 ATX
Case: Corsair Graphite Series 760T Full Tower Windowed Case - White
Memory: SanDisk Ultra II SSD 480 gb + 2tb Seagate
RAM: 2x PNY Anarchy DDR4 2x8GB 2400MHz 1.2V
Power Supply: Corsair HXi Series, HX850i, 850 Watt (850W) Fully Modular Power Supply
Cooler: Thermaltake Riing 12 120x120x25 mm Max: 26.4dBa Max. 1500RPM
System: Windows 10 Pro

And since I live in a neighborhood with unreliable electricity I also got:
CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD Intelligent LCD Series UPS 1500VA 900W AVR Mini-Tower

Also for a monitor I'm thinking:
ASUS VG248QE 24" Full HD 1920x1080 144Hz 1ms HDMI Gaming Monitor

 

[jwcrellin]

Looks good, but you need a tower cpu cooler like a Noctua or Scythe. Ones with 140mm fans will be cooler and quieter. Stay away from sli 1070's, just get one 1080 and see if down the road you need a second one.

 

[Karadjgne]

The 760t is a huge full tower, you could save some cash by using a regular ATX mid tower, and you've honestly not got nearly enough components to really need it.

Your pc will run fine all day long, even with overclocking on a 550w psu, and if that spooks you, then a 650w would work. 850w (even if it is a very good quality psu) is well over powered and expensive. Unless you have definite plans for sli in the future,in which case it's perfect.

You'll also need a decent cpu cooler, one that's appropriate for the level of OC you want, or the level of work you'll drive the cpu. The Thermaltake is nice, but might not be enough for higher OC / hard 8 thread punishment.

 

[Pedrolamac]

I bought the 850w already. I plan on having this pc for long and keep on upgrading in the future. Nothing in the list can be changed at this moment though since they're all on transit although if you guys do seem to find a big issue I can see what I can do.

 

[Pedrolamac]

Looks good, but you need a tower cpu cooler like a Noctua or Scythe. Ones with 140mm fans will be cooler and quieter. Stay away from sli 1070's, just get one 1080 and see if down the road you need a second one.

Since I don't usually play any graphic intensive games only competitive ones I believe the 1070 is ok isnt it?

 

[Pedrolamac]

The 760t is a huge full tower, you could save some cash by using a regular ATX mid tower, and you've honestly not got nearly enough components to really need it.

Your pc will run fine all day long, even with overclocking on a 550w psu, and if that spooks you, then a 650w would work. 850w (even if it is a very good quality psu) is well over powered and expensive. Unless you have definite plans for sli in the future,in which case it's perfect.

You'll also need a decent cpu cooler, one that's appropriate for the level of OC you want, or the level of work you'll drive the cpu.

Any cpu cooler you recommend especifically? I mean isnt my Thermaltake Riing 12 enough? Or is it possible to use the one I have plus the Noctua NH-D15 6 heatpipe with Dual NF-A15 140mm fans??

 

[g-unit1111]

Any cpu cooler you recommend especifically? I mean isnt my Thermaltake Riing 12 enough? Or is it possible to use the one I have plus the Noctua NH-D15 6 heatpipe with Dual NF-A15 140mm fans??

The Riing is a CPU fan, it's not a dedicated CPU cooler. The Noctua D15 is one of the best CPU coolers you can get. You can use the Riing fans on the D15.

 

[jwcrellin]

You'll be very happy with the 1070 performance on a 1080p high refresh monitor. I do the same with 1440p but rarely do games go over 110fps. Since your case has modular removable drive bays, you would have enough space to do a decent water cooling loop. Look at some quality "reservoir pump combo"s as the centerpiece of the system.

 

[g-unit1111]

You'll be very happy with the 1070 performance on a 1080p high refresh monitor. I do the same with 1440p but rarely do games go over 110fps. Since your case has modular removable drive bays, you would have enough space to do a decent water cooling loop. Look at some quality "reservoir pump combo"s as the centerpiece of the system.

I'm not sure I would recommend water cooling for a first time builder. Air is always much safer and doesn't take nearly as much time to assemble. The cost of doing a full water loop easily adds another $300 - $400 to the build at minimum, and that's not including the GPU block.

 

[Pedrolamac]

You'll be very happy with the 1070 performance on a 1080p high refresh monitor. I do the same with 1440p but rarely do games go over 110fps. Since your case has modular removable drive bays, you would have enough space to do a decent water cooling loop. Look at some quality "reservoir pump combo"s as the centerpiece of the system.

I'm afraid that's a little to advanced for me. I mean it looks scary. Taking into consideration that this is my first build. What do you suggest?

 

[jwcrellin]

There's middle ground in all-in-ones. Thermaltake does a 360mm model. https://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-Ultimate-Enthusiast-Cooling-CL-W007-PL12BL/dp/B00MPIDYTO/ref=sr_1_6?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487302438&sr=1-6&keywords=all+in+one+water+cooler

 

[Karadjgne]

Sorry, late edit, I type slow on mobile.

The TT is decent, but it's still just a smaller 120mm cooler, basically on the same level as a CM hyper212 or Corsair H-60. If you push higher OC or really work all 8 threads you'll see elevated temps, but shouldn't be too much of an issue. Most ppl who build a higher-end pc like yours tend to be over cautious and try to keep temps in the 50's, which might be hard with that cooler, even at stock voltages

 

[Pedrolamac]

Sorry, late edit, I type slow on mobile.

The TT is decent, but it's still just a smaller 120mm cooler, basically on the same level as a CM hyper212 or Corsair H-60. If you push higher OC or really work all 8 threads you'll see elevated temps, but shouldn't be too much of an issue. Most ppl who build a higher-end pc like yours tend to be over cautious and try to keep temps in the 50's, which might be hard with that cooler, even at stock voltages

Ok im definately getting the Noctua D-15. I just wanted to know if I could still add the extra Thermaltech Riing 12 so I dont waste that money haha

 

[Pedrolamac]

Btw thanks guys for all this help you guys don't know how much this means to me )

 

[Karadjgne]

There is a TT riing silent cpu cooler, supposedly rated upto @150w. It's a little deeper than the hyper212, but looks like the fan is a little more for show or the heatpipes not as effective since the hyper212 is 180w.

 

[Pedrolamac]

There is a TT riing silent cpu cooler, supposedly rated upto @150w. It's a little deeper than the hyper212, but looks like the fan is a little more for show or the heatpipes not as effective since the hyper212 is 180w.

What fan setup would you recommend in order to be extra safe because, yeah, this setup has been stretching out of my budget and don't want it getting damaged

 

[g-unit1111]

There is a TT riing silent cpu cooler, supposedly rated upto @150w. It's a little deeper than the hyper212, but looks like the fan is a little more for show or the heatpipes not as effective since the hyper212 is 180w.

What fan setup would you recommend in order to be extra safe because, yeah, this setup has been stretching out of my budget and don't want it getting damaged

The thing is you don't want your PC to be a refrigerator. The key is you want air to move through your case. Having too many fans will cause air to recirculate, and that is not good. Having too few fans will not move your air through properly. And that also is not. The trick is every case is different, and each case has a certain amount of fans. You don't have to use all those mounts. The other key is that you want air moving through left to right, and top to bottom, that's what is known as "push / pull".

 

[jwcrellin]

As long as you have the cpu cooler tower with attatched fan, a Fresh air intake case fan, and a hot air exhaust case fan, there's diminishing return on cooling and will just make your system louder.

 

[Pedrolamac]

I understand what you guys say but since I have zero experience with building pc's it's a bit difficult for me to imagine how to create that push/pull environment adequately. How many fans should I order at first so I dont get stuck because of lack of fans.

 

[g-unit1111]

As long as you have the cpu cooler tower with attatched fan, a Fresh air intake case fan, and a hot air exhaust case fan, there's diminishing return on cooling and will just make your system louder.

I agree completely. I see people come in here all the time thinking that you should buy a hundred fans with every build but the truth is you really don't need that many. Thermal properties are important but like I said you don't need your PC to be a refrigerator.

I understand what you guys say but since I have zero experience with building pc's it's a bit difficult for me to imagine how to create that push/pull environment adequately. How many fans should I order at first so I dont get stuck because of lack of fans.

If you buy a Noctua D15 it comes with two fans already. Your case has an intake exhaust fan mounted already. There's three. There should be at least a front outtake fan and two fans mounted on the top, and the PSU fan is mounted facing downward. That is the ideal fan setup.

 

[jwcrellin]

Amazon says the case comes with some pre installed fans. Maybe get one extra 120mm fan for insurance but for the most part I think you're already good as long as you order that Noctua D15.

Edit: Oh and push vs pull makes no difference.

 

[g-unit1111]

Amazon says the case comes with some pre installed fans. Maybe get one extra 120mm fan for insurance but for the most part I think you're already good as long as you order that Noctua D15.

The preinstalled fans are usually the front outtake and rear intake. It usually does not come with the top fans.

 

[schaft]

Umm I don't know why none has realised that OP list do not include cpu heatsink. The TT OP has been talking is just fan without any cpu heatsink.

I7-7700K does not came with heatsink. You need to buy one. Just get basic cooler master 212 evo. Since its your first buld, don't go liquid cooling.

Good luck

 

[Pedrolamac]

Amazon says it bring the 2 front fans and a total of 3 fans. I purchased the noctua d15 and 2 120mm fans just in case. Thanks a lot for the help guys. Will be going on forums on build day if i get confused

 

[Pedrolamac]

Umm I don't know why none has realised that OP list do not include cpu heatsink. The TT OP has been talking is just fan without any cpu heatsink.

I7-7700K does not came with heatsink. You need to buy one. Just get basic cooler master 212 evo. Since its your first buld, don't go liquid cooling.

Good luck

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