The Adrenn Rig!

[adrennn]

This is what I plan on getting, whaadaya think?

Part list permalink: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18WP
Part price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18WP/by_merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($214.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master RR-B10-212P-G1 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asrock Extreme 3 ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Hard Drive: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($189.99 @ Mac Connection)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 580 3GB Video Card ($607.50 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling 950W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH22NS50 Bulk DVD/CD Writer
Monitor: Asus VW246H 24.0" Monitor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($91.98 @ Amazon)
Total: $1799.39
(Prices include shipping and discounts when available.)
(Generated 2011-09-07 17:42 EDT-0400)

 

[Outlander_04]

I think the power supply is tending towards overkill , and your RAM needs to be 1.5 volt
I also think people get better frame rates from a pair of 560 ti 's , than from a single gtx 580

 

[adrennn]

What does the RAM voltage do?
What would you recommend when it comes to 560s?

 

[Outlander_04]

The RAM voltage is important because the controller for the RAM is on the 2500k . That can be damaged by higher voltages and then your expensive processor becomes a doorstop [ for a mouse ]

I would recommend you research 560 ti's using google
something like
" gtx 560 ti sli review" would be how I would do it

 

[aznshinobi]

Agreed with Outlander,
The MSI TFII 560 Ti OC is a solid card.

 

[adrennn]

Ok, any ram suggestions?

 

[mjmjpfaff]

This is what I plan on getting, whaadaya think?

Part list permalink: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18WP
Part price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/18WP/by_merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($214.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master RR-B10-212P-G1 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asrock Extreme 3 ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Hard Drive: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($189.99 @ Mac Connection)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 580 3GB Video Card ($607.50 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling 950W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH22NS50 Bulk DVD/CD Writer
Monitor: Asus VW246H 24.0" Monitor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($91.98 @ Amazon)
Total: $1799.39
(Prices include shipping and discounts when available.)
(Generated 2011-09-07 17:42 EDT-0400)

why the ripjaws when you can get this ram for less. they are both very good- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233186

the hyper 212 plus is a basic cooler for a 1000$ rig not an 1800$. i suggest this cpu cooler- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835185168

for 10$ more you can get the superior samsung f3 1tb. it is definitely worth it

a 3gb card for 1080p??? are you crazy? 1.5gb is plenty- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814133360

here is a 24" monitor for less http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-VS247H-P-23-6-Inch-LCD-Monitor/dp/B005BZNDS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315433681&sr=8-1 23.6" is considered a 24"

are you going to sli? if so that psu is fine if not you can do with a 650w. if you are going to sli those cards you should add a 200mm fan on the side panel. nzxt cases require nzxt fans. or you can just get a silverstone raven rv03 which has better airflow.

 

[aznshinobi]

^ The Ripjaws are a few bucks more, no need to nitpick that.

Hardly. The Hyper 212+ can handle pretty solid 4.6ghz OC's with an extra Slipstream on it. For that matter any high RPM/CFM fan.

Also, not worth it. The Seagate offers the same performance with a 500gb platter assuming it is the newer version (7200.12) if you can save save. The F3 will not offer that much more performance if any.

I do agree on the card opinion, I disagree with the card suggestion though. 2 SLI 560 Ti OC's would be similar in price but better performance by a huge margin.

 

[mjmjpfaff]

^ The Ripjaws are a few bucks more, no need to nitpick that.

they are also bright red. that is an eyesore if you have a window.

 

[aznshinobi]

NZXT Phantoms don't have windows I believe.
But he can switch if he wants.

 

[adrennn]

Quick question, does a high contrast ratio mean a better gaming experience? (monitors)

@aznshi, what 460s should I get if I were to get some?

 

[mjmjpfaff]

the msi gtx 560 ti twin frozr II are good cards.

all you will need to power that is 750w. pc power and cooling makes a 750w version of the psu you posted. it is also silver rated and it is 99$ after promo code so it is a very good deal for a silver rated psu.

 

[tomskent]

Ive had SLI/Crossfire before. I would prefer the fastest single gpu card then 2 lesser gpu's in sli/crossfire. While a decent amount of games work with sli/crossfire, there are those that dont at all, and even actually some that take a hit to performance. You get a lot more heat in the system with dual cards too.
btw, a gtx570 would be fine for 1080p gaming

 

[aznshinobi]

I dunno how many times I have to repeat it.
-_______________________-
MSI 560 Ti TFII OC
A single 560 Ti TFII OC equates to a 570 but you save about $60 bucks.
As for PSU, I suggest you go with a 750w as said. But a good one. The Lepa 850w is a good cheap one or the mentioned PC Power and Cooling 750w.
Lepa
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817194093&Tpk=Lepa%20850
PC Power and Cooling
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817703027

 

[adrennn]

I would rather go with a single 580, and get another next year, ALSO I plan on getting maxwell mabye a year after it comes out, or so

 

[adrennn]

What do I need to support 2 580s + everything else?
1x DVD thingy
1x SSD
1x 1TB hardrive
1x i52500k
1x 8 GB Ram 1600

 

[adrennn]

Quick question, does a high contrast ratio mean a better gaming experience? (monitors)

 

[adrennn]

Will this mobo support full pci 3.0, and not halfbutted like gigabite?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813157271

Asking, because I heard that gigabite's was not up to standard, wanted to make sure this one was before purchase

 

[adrennn]

Any suggestions on a good gaming monitor?
23.6 or bigger please