1,700 PC Build. READ CAREFULLY.

[Advic3]

Hi, I have a build i've came up with for less than $1,700 that I think is great. Let me know what you think. I also have a HDD i'll be using.

 

IF you can come up with a different color scheme and keep the parts i've posted, tha'd be great.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($224.99 @ NCIX US) 

CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X41 106.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($98.99 @ SuperBiiz) 

Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($129.99 @ SuperBiiz) 

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory  ($112.99 @ NCIX US) 

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($199.98 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card  ($534.99 @ SuperBiiz) 

Case: NZXT H440 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($98.99 @ SuperBiiz) 

Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($86.98 @ OutletPC) 

Monitor: Asus VG248QE 144Hz 24.0" Monitor  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  (Purchased For $0.00) 

Total: $1487.90

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-03 22:17 EDT-0400

[RevoltTrain]

I'd swap the single 980 for dual 970s. Not much more price but a decent amount better performance. Don't forget a mechanical HDD of some nature. 

[DarkRift5]

Looks great! I'd recommend some more storage, however. A 1TB WD (reliable and fast) will run you $50 or so.

[Florb]

Depends where you are, in some countries dual 970s are significantly more expensive than a single 980.

[Advic3]

Looks great! I'd recommend some more storage, however. A 1TB WD (reliable and fast) will run you $50 or so.

 

I'd swap the single 980 for dual 970s. Not much more price but a decent amount better performance. Don't forget a mechanical HDD of some nature. 

 

 

Looks great! I'd recommend some more storage, however. A 1TB WD (reliable and fast) will run you $50 or so.

Thank you for your input. I forgot to mention I have a 2TB one that will be used. Also, 1 980 for being able to upgrade in the future.

[Advic3]

Depends where you are, in some countries dual 970s are significantly more expensive than a single 980.

USA.

[RevoltTrain]

Depends where you are, in some countries dual 970s are significantly more expensive than a single 980.

Where are you that dual 970s are significantly more expensive than a single 980? India or Australia?

[RevoltTrain]

USA.

For US I'd definitely look at the dual 970s over a single 980. Those will give you plenty of horsepower for games for the next 3 or 4 years

[Florb]

Alright, In Australia dual 970s will set you back ~$250 more

[XxDeadpool67xX]

I would get a kraken x61 not sure why you chose an x41? Also if you want the best overclocking potential with great looks the maximus vii hero is the way to go. NOW BEFORE YOU GO SAYING ROG SUCKS ITS OVERPRICED. Look no further. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132125R&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC-_-pla-_-Intel+Motherboards-_-N82E16813132125R&gclid=CjwKEAjwjpeqBRCDiKqliK2aiicSJAAgKD2F0ez0yycf7BywxB98sEmZGsAVtA8SvtzSbprGcSFB6RoCcQ3w_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds 

[Advic3]

For US I'd definitely look at the dual 970s over a single 980. Those will give you plenty of horsepower for games for the next 3 or 4 years

Christmas (; I'll probably get another 980 in the near future. And if I wanted to upgrade to another SLI, i'd have to buy 2 980's. 

Ya feel?

[Advic3]

I would get a kraken x61 not sure why you chose an x41? Also if you want the best overclocking potential with great looks the maximus vii hero is the way to go. NOW BEFORE YOU GO SAYING ROG SUCKS ITS OVERPRICED. Look no further. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132125R&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC-_-pla-_-Intel+Motherboards-_-N82E16813132125R&gclid=CjwKEAjwjpeqBRCDiKqliK2aiicSJAAgKD2F0ez0yycf7BywxB98sEmZGsAVtA8SvtzSbprGcSFB6RoCcQ3w_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds 

x41, I'm actually not sure, probably got mixed up. And, why is that MOBO better for OCing?

[Toxicable]

x41, I'm actually not sure, probably got mixed up. And, why is that MOBO better for OCing?

There is very minimal difference in a mobo ability to overclock in the sub 5GHz range.

In otherwise it's no better for the average user to overclock with

[XxDeadpool67xX]

x41, I'm actually not sure, probably got mixed up. And, why is that MOBO better for OCing?

Based of what I've read all over toms hardware and Linus tech tips forums people say its great for overclocking. Not really sure how but at that price you getting $200 Asus quality for ~$150. Honestly though I do think that's how much the board should cost. This way its not overpriced. As your mainly paying for aesthetics. Anyways Its about $20-$25 and I'd go for it as it would look better in your system.

[Advic3]

Thank you everyone for your POSITIVE feedback. I'd keep this up to see some more imput.