Hello! =) I need help finding the best parts for my new gaming rig, and plan on reusing older components that I already own. You will notice that I already have a CPU selected but need some additional help finding the right Mobo, Ram, Cooler that is capable of overclocking. Includes answering some questions regarding my older components, seeking a truly solid build. I plan on purchasing these components well within the next 72-hours.
My budget is $700.00USD MAX
I would like to try and keep it around $650~ Haha.
I ONLY plan to buy from these sites:
Primary Choice: Amazon
Secondary Choice: Newegg
Here is my current rig
BLACK = DISCARD, RED = PLAN TO RE-USE IN NEW BUILD
CPU: FX-8350 *OC 4.5Ghz
GPU: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE OC 6G *OC
Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo
Motherboard: Gigabyte AM3+ AMD 990FX Motherboard GA-990FXA-UD3 R5
RAM: 8GB (4x2) DDR3 1600mhz
SSD: Samsung 850 EVO 500GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E500B/AM)
HDD: Western Digital 500 GB 7200rpm
PSU: XFX ATX12V/EPS12V 550W Power Supply P1550BBEFX
Case: Cooler Master RC-310-BWN1-GP Elite 310 ATX
Monitor: 1600x900 60hz //will upgrade later in the year >__>
Here is what I want in my new rig:
CPU: i7-7700k
Motherboard: Unsure!
RAM 16GB (8x2) DDR4 3200mhz+
Cooler: No Idea!
Sorry!!; hope you can help me find a solid Mobo/Cooler and some good ram at my budget!
Additional thoughts/Information:
CPU:
I'm deadset on upgrading to the i7-7700k as I've done my research that it's the best processor for me as a gamer who plays CPU bound games like: ARMA 3, Squad, The Witcher 3, etc.
Motherboard:
I want to be able to overclock above 4.9Ghz safely, but can I do that with my old PSU that was purchased back in Oct. 2014? I've only ever owned budget motherboards and am looking for a VERY SOLID motherboard that doesn't overheat in any areas. I'm also hoping it has plenty of good features (SLI feature for newer GPU in the future/GTX-1080X2?)
Ram:
I know that I need DDR4 ram and want to upgrade from 8GB to 16GB at 3200mhz or even higher at the right price and at the best performance possible at my budget.
Cooler:
I was advised to get the Hyper 212 Evo a few years ago, but it was only capable of pushing me to 4.5Ghz on my FX-8350 and It couldn't keep my CPU cooled down to safe temps. I believe I need a new cooler for the i7-7700k, and plan to overclock beyond 4.8Ghz and possibly into 5.0Ghz+. It would be cool if you recommended which paste is best for achieving the best possible temps with said newer cooler.
I hope someone with experience building computers can help me finding the best components for my future gaming PC.
My budget is $700.00USD MAX
I would like to try and keep it around $650~ Haha.
I ONLY plan to buy from these sites:
Primary Choice: Amazon
Secondary Choice: Newegg
Here is my current rig
BLACK = DISCARD, RED = PLAN TO RE-USE IN NEW BUILD
CPU: FX-8350 *OC 4.5Ghz
GPU: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE OC 6G *OC
Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo
Motherboard: Gigabyte AM3+ AMD 990FX Motherboard GA-990FXA-UD3 R5
RAM: 8GB (4x2) DDR3 1600mhz
SSD: Samsung 850 EVO 500GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E500B/AM)
HDD: Western Digital 500 GB 7200rpm
PSU: XFX ATX12V/EPS12V 550W Power Supply P1550BBEFX
Case: Cooler Master RC-310-BWN1-GP Elite 310 ATX
Monitor: 1600x900 60hz //will upgrade later in the year >__>
Here is what I want in my new rig:
CPU: i7-7700k
Motherboard: Unsure!
RAM 16GB (8x2) DDR4 3200mhz+
Cooler: No Idea!
Sorry!!; hope you can help me find a solid Mobo/Cooler and some good ram at my budget!
Additional thoughts/Information:
CPU:
I'm deadset on upgrading to the i7-7700k as I've done my research that it's the best processor for me as a gamer who plays CPU bound games like: ARMA 3, Squad, The Witcher 3, etc.
Motherboard:
I want to be able to overclock above 4.9Ghz safely, but can I do that with my old PSU that was purchased back in Oct. 2014? I've only ever owned budget motherboards and am looking for a VERY SOLID motherboard that doesn't overheat in any areas. I'm also hoping it has plenty of good features (SLI feature for newer GPU in the future/GTX-1080X2?)
Ram:
I know that I need DDR4 ram and want to upgrade from 8GB to 16GB at 3200mhz or even higher at the right price and at the best performance possible at my budget.
Cooler:
I was advised to get the Hyper 212 Evo a few years ago, but it was only capable of pushing me to 4.5Ghz on my FX-8350 and It couldn't keep my CPU cooled down to safe temps. I believe I need a new cooler for the i7-7700k, and plan to overclock beyond 4.8Ghz and possibly into 5.0Ghz+. It would be cool if you recommended which paste is best for achieving the best possible temps with said newer cooler.
I hope someone with experience building computers can help me finding the best components for my future gaming PC.