First Build V.Specific Help

[Asad Javeed]

Hiya guys....

First time builder here.

I decided to build a PC for myself cause I am tired of laptops (when an android device will pretty much do as much in terms of productivity).

I wanted something that satisfies any thing I ever wished my laptops could do (have owned a Sony VAIO and currently a dead Samsung RF511)....this thread is coming off my mom's Lenovo Yoga 2.

 

I have decided to save up for the build and pre-plan as much as I can so I have a clear idea of where my budget will fall.

I live in Pakistan so that's also a reason for limitation in options and pricing.

 

I digress....I Should probably get to what I have planned and why I am even typing this.

Plan is a build that's on the darker side with golden added through RGB....and a little case modding by painting and cables and decals.

CASING: ASUS TUF GT501

MOBO: ASUS ROG Crosshair VII (Non-WIFI)

CPU: AMD RYZEN 7 2700x

RAM: GSKILL Trident Z 4x 8GB 3200 / Trident Royal G of same specs

AIO: Corsair H150i RGB Pro

GPU: ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX™ 2080 OC edition 8GB

STORAGE: Samsung SSD 970 EVO PLUS NVME M.2 250GB + Lexar NS100 2.5" SATA III (6Gb/s) SSD 480GB + Seagate FireCuda 2TB

PSU: Corsair RMx Series™ RM850x

 

Some side things include Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Grease, 6 Corsair ML120 PRO RGB LED fans [3 for radiator (front mount) and 3 for top),1 Corsair ML140 PRO RGB LED fan as rear exhaust, TP-LINK N900 Wireless Dual Band PCI Express Adapter.

 

My questions:

 

1- Do I need the RM850x PSU even or 750x would be okie...even OC wise?

2- Should I keep going for the FireCuda? Or grab a Barracua 4TB which is cheaper than that? [I am okay with even 2TB]

3- I am having trouble finding a monitor to fit my budget....I want to go for 1440p monitors that are 27" or bigger and preferably can use the G-sync with the GPU. Most I can find are capped are 75 Hz....or are twice as expensive as their US prices. Should I downgrade to RTX2070 and put the budget into a monitor or go for 1080p monitor? (My options are ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX™ 2070 OC edition 8GB or Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX™ 2070 XTREME 8GB)

4- I will be buying my fans like this: ML120s in a pair of 3-packs that come with a lighting node in each 3-pack, and my ML140s in a 2-pack (no single ones available) that comes with another lighting node pro. Should I opt for a Commander Pro? Would my MOBO have enough headers for all the fans or would I need some extra cables...?

 

 

My PC usage is 3D rendering for medical applications that render models and cadavers etc, and some actual real high FPS gaming from titles like PUBG, Apex Legends, CS:GO, BFV to Assassin's Creed, GTA etc. 

 

Let me know if I missed something...First time so probably missed a lot.

ALSO, the PC itself will probably be the most expensive part, I might upgrade monitor in 1 to 1.5 years...I will keep a single monitor. Plus the setup is a PC/Study Setup so its sort of a challenge to myself cause its in my room and I have to manage space effectively, so I already am building a custom table for myself to match the room and give me best space usage.

 

 

[Wohaaa]

1- 750 Watts would be plenty unless you're having TWO of those RTX 2080's. For future reference you can use a Power Supply calculator if you just google "psu calculator" and they'll give you an ideal power supply.

2- The FireCuda is faster because it's an SSHD or a Hybrid Drive, which is a normal Hard Drive sped up by SSD technology. It's faster than an HDD but slower than an SSD. if you want speed over storage then go with the Firecuda but if you want more storage then go with the Barracuda. You already have high capacity SSD's so the Barracuda would serve you better in the long run.

3- Sadly I can't really help with monitors because I don't have much experience with them however the RTX 2070 is still a very powerful graphics card and would serve you well. If you're going to stick with the monitor for 1.5 years you probably wouldn't want to regret it, so I'd say get the 2070 and a better monitor. Personally I'd get the Asus Graphics Card but that's just my preference because (with AMD cards at least) Asus has had better cooling and design that I've liked. It's completely your choice though. They should be identical in performance.

4- You'll be fine. I looked up the motherboard on Amazon and zoomed in on the picture. I found 8 fan headers. Also the ASUS website for the motherboard shows in Specs:

 

1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) 
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 
1 x AIO_PUMP connector 
1 x H_AMP fan connector 

1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector

 

That should be plenty but I'd still do a count because AiO's can sometimes use up more than 2 fan headers. Sometimes.

 

You did pretty well for your first time. Feel proud.

[Asad Javeed]

2 hours ago, Genwyn said:

1- Do I need the RM850x PSU even or 750x would be okie...even OC wise?

750 would be fine with an OC and still leaving headroom for the psu to not get too hot

2- Should I keep going for the FireCuda? Or grab a Barracua 4TB which is cheaper than that? [I am okay with even 2TB]

if its just going to be a secondary drive the barracuda is plenty adequate

3- I am having trouble finding a monitor to fit my budget....I want to go for 1440p monitors that are 27" or bigger and preferably can use the G-sync with the GPU. Most I can find are capped are 75 Hz....or are twice as expensive as their US prices. Should I downgrade to RTX2070 and put the budget into a monitor or go for 1080p monitor? (My options are ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX™ 2070 OC edition 8GB or Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX™ 2070 XTREME 8GB)

i would suggest a 2070 and then a higher refresh rate 1440p monitor considering the games youre playing, you would benefit from the better refresh rates and a 2070 will be more than enough to push the 140fps+ for most of those titles

4- I will be buying my fans like this: ML120s in a pair of 3-packs that come with a lighting node in each 3-pack, and my ML140s in a 2-pack (no single ones available) that comes with another lighting node pro. Should I opt for a Commander Pro? Would my MOBO have enough headers for all the fans or would I need some extra cables...?

with that many fans it would be a better idea to have the commander pro, you'd have 6 fans on the commander pro and then the other two would be on the motherboard, the motherboard has plenty of pwm fan headers for that

 

Thank you!!! 

I have been thinking of downgrading to RTX 2070...but then I keep thinking of future proofing and that I definitely would not want to spend on a GPU in the next 5 maybe 6 years? 

 

Still downgrade? 

Or save up a bit more and get a good monitor with the RTX 2080?

[Asad Javeed]

2 hours ago, THE PC GAMER said:

1- 750 Watts would be plenty unless you're having TWO of those RTX 2080's. For future reference you can use a Power Supply calculator if you just google "psu calculator" and they'll give you an ideal power supply.

2- The FireCuda is faster because it's an SSHD or a Hybrid Drive, which is a normal Hard Drive sped up by SSD technology. It's faster than an HDD but slower than an SSD. if you want speed over storage then go with the Firecuda but if you want more storage then go with the Barracuda. You already have high capacity SSD's so the Barracuda would serve you better in the long run.

3- Sadly I can't really help with monitors because I don't have much experience with them however the RTX 2070 is still a very powerful graphics card and would serve you well. If you're going to stick with the monitor for 1.5 years you probably wouldn't want to regret it, so I'd say get the 2070 and a better monitor. Personally I'd get the Asus Graphics Card but that's just my preference because (with AMD cards at least) Asus has had better cooling and design that I've liked. It's completely your choice though. They should be identical in performance.

4- You'll be fine. I looked up the motherboard on Amazon and zoomed in on the picture. I found 8 fan headers. Also the ASUS website for the motherboard shows in Specs:

 

1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) 
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 
1 x AIO_PUMP connector 
1 x H_AMP fan connector 

1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector

 

That should be plenty but I'd still do a count because AiO's can sometimes use up more than 2 fan headers. Sometimes.

 

You did pretty well for your first time. Feel proud.

 

Thank you!! 

I have been perusing tons of forums, videos by BitWit (his octagon of compatibility was real handy), Techsource, JayzTwoCentz and obviously LinusTechTips.

 

About the GPU.... Again, if I wanted to keep a GPU for the next 5 or 6 years... Should I get the RTX 2080 and save up for a monitor as well? 

I already have started saving and I want to buy all my parts at the same time.... In case prices fall a bit in the next 7 or 8 months that it takes me to save up? 

 

 

Also, I can pair the Comander pro with Lighting node to really get some customization options and all that.... I just learned that... 

 

Thank you for your reply! 

[Asad Javeed]

Just now, Genwyn said:

Save up for both a 2080 and a better monitor would be ideal, but a 2070 would still be a good choice. The performance difference isn't massive, it's noticeable but not something I personally would wait too long for.

Frankly, it's the fact that I know I am going to be saving up for the next 7 maybe 8 months? 

So I thought maybe go for a little better! 

 

Also, I just learned that Adaptive Sync or Free Sync can also sometimes work with G-Sync.... And I can't seem to grasp that concept? 

[Wohaaa]

10 hours ago, Asad Javeed said:

 

Thank you!!! 

I have been thinking of downgrading to RTX 2070...but then I keep thinking of future proofing and that I definitely would not want to spend on a GPU in the next 5 maybe 6 years? 

 

Still downgrade? 

Or save up a bit more and get a good monitor with the RTX 2080?

Depends on what you do. Thing about "futureproofing" is that people think they have to get new hardware like every few years. This isn't true. GTX 980 Ti came out in 2015 and still holds very good performance in 2019, it's just that it's not very powerful compared to newer hardware like the RTX 2080 or the RTX 2070.

 

If you plan to completely MAX settings and play on 1440p (4K gaming isn't worth it. It's too high of a resolution.) then yeah you'll have to go for the RTX 2080 and will have to get better stuff in the future. But if you're fine with medium or high settings in games instead of MAX then even the RTX 2070 would easily last you about 6 to 7 years. It won't lose it's performance over time, it will just happen that there will be new games and new graphics cards that are better in the future. I had an older graphics card that I used for a while. I think it was the Radeon 7970. For about 6 years. Newer games, I struggled to increase settings, so instead I did what any person would do if they didn't have good hardware: Lower the settings. If that didn't work, lower the resolution. Still lasted a very good while. Sold it to buy another card.

 

Basically, if you're fine with lowering your settings to medium and high instead of max in games, then even the 2070 will last you a long time, but the 2080 would last you longer. Otherwise you'll have to get new hardware to make sure you get the most performance.

 

It's your choice on what you want to do. I only gave advice. Personally I'd get the 2070 and the better monitor as I wouldn't want to wait 8 months for a better monitor. I already tried waiting 2 years for my GPU as I just wanted prices to fall. Instead they increased. What should've been 25000 PKR was instead about 40000 PKR. And the worst part; I bought my main computer in 2016. Got the graphics card in 2018. Only to find that the top GPU slot doesn't work. I am never waiting for more than a month for hardware again.

11 hours ago, Asad Javeed said:

Frankly, it's the fact that I know I am going to be saving up for the next 7 maybe 8 months? 

So I thought maybe go for a little better! 

 

Also, I just learned that Adaptive Sync or Free Sync can also sometimes work with G-Sync.... And I can't seem to grasp that concept? 

A few months ago it was announced that NVidia would allow FreeSync monitors, which are by AMD, to work with NVidia GPU's. Freesync is open source and used by AMD in a lot of monitors and it works the same way as G-Sync, but it's not as good as G-Sync itself. NVidia tested 400 monitors that supported Freesync, and out of them, 12 were deemed good enough for G-Sync. The other monitors that had Freesync but were not good enough for G-Sync, were allowed to have Adaptive Sync. Which means Freesync would work with the Nvidia GPU but it wouldn't be as good as G-Sync. I wouldn't get a pure G-Sync monitor because it's easily above 500 USD. Meanwhile Freesync monitors can be found for less than 200 USD.

For more details, https://www.techspot.com/article/1779-freesync-and-nvidia-geforce/

"One final note, G-Sync compatible and FreeSync monitors only work with Nvidia’s GTX 10 series or newer. We tested a variety of monitors with a GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, but all Pascal cards should also work."

You should have no trouble running Freesync with your graphics card.

[Asad Javeed]

6 hours ago, IamJavik said:

Depends on what you do. Thing about "futureproofing" is that people think they have to get new hardware like every few years. This isn't true. GTX 980 Ti came out in 2015 and still holds very good performance in 2019, it's just that it's not very powerful compared to newer hardware like the RTX 2080 or the RTX 2070.

 

If you plan to completely MAX settings and play on 1440p (4K gaming isn't worth it. It's too high of a resolution.) then yeah you'll have to go for the RTX 2080 and will have to get better stuff in the future. But if you're fine with medium or high settings in games instead of MAX then even the RTX 2070 would easily last you about 6 to 7 years. It won't lose it's performance over time, it will just happen that there will be new games and new graphics cards that are better in the future. I had an older graphics card that I used for a while. I think it was the Radeon 7970. For about 6 years. Newer games, I struggled to increase settings, so instead I did what any person would do if they didn't have good hardware: Lower the settings. If that didn't work, lower the resolution. Still lasted a very good while. Sold it to buy another card.

 

Basically, if you're fine with lowering your settings to medium and high instead of max in games, then even the 2070 will last you a long time, but the 2080 would last you longer. Otherwise you'll have to get new hardware to make sure you get the most performance.

 

It's your choice on what you want to do. I only gave advice. Personally I'd get the 2070 and the better monitor as I wouldn't want to wait 8 months for a better monitor. I already tried waiting 2 years for my GPU as I just wanted prices to fall. Instead they increased. What should've been 25000 PKR was instead about 40000 PKR. And the worst part; I bought my main computer in 2016. Got the graphics card in 2018. Only to find that the top GPU slot doesn't work. I am never waiting for more than a month for hardware again.

A few months ago it was announced that NVidia would allow FreeSync monitors, which are by AMD, to work with NVidia GPU's. Freesync is open source and used by AMD in a lot of monitors and it works the same way as G-Sync, but it's not as good as G-Sync itself. NVidia tested 400 monitors that supported Freesync, and out of them, 12 were deemed good enough for G-Sync. The other monitors that had Freesync but were not good enough for G-Sync, were allowed to have Adaptive Sync. Which means Freesync would work with the Nvidia GPU but it wouldn't be as good as G-Sync. I wouldn't get a pure G-Sync monitor because it's easily above 500 USD. Meanwhile Freesync monitors can be found for less than 200 USD.

For more details, https://www.techspot.com/article/1779-freesync-and-nvidia-geforce/

"One final note, G-Sync compatible and FreeSync monitors only work with Nvidia’s GTX 10 series or newer. We tested a variety of monitors with a GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, but all Pascal cards should also work."

You should have no trouble running Freesync with your graphics card.

OH... Maybe I forgot to mention.... 

I am planning on this build. 

I am saving up for this build.... A process which will take around 7 to 8 months. 

So I thought why not go for a better monitor. 

Somehow... I really don't wanna go below 2080....only because, later down the line, I might dabble on VR as well. 

And I guess 2080 is giving me more peace of mind. 

Guess asking between 2070 and 2080 cleared my own mind. 

Thank you!!! 

 

Here's the PC I guess I will get... 

https://www.pakdukaan.com/pc-hardware-accessories/led-monitors/asus-rog-swift-pg278qe-gaming-monitor-27-2k-wqhd-2560-x-1440-1ms-overclockable-165hz-g-synctm.html

 

Or something around that.... 

 

 

Also, I found this X570 MOBO, that has wifi built in... 

https://www.pakdukaan.com/asus-tuf-gaming-x570-plus-wi-fi-amd-am4-atx-gaming-motherboard-with-pcie-4-0-dual-m-2-wi-fi-14-dr-usb-3-2-gen-2-and-aura-sync-rgb-lighting.html

 

Should I go for this instead of the X470 Crosshair VII Hero? 

Is this an improvement in some way? 

 

 

 

P.S. IF you don't mind me asking and if it's not against the rules, are you from Pakistan as well? 

 

 

[Wohaaa]

3 minutes ago, Asad Javeed said:

OH... Maybe I forgot to mention.... 

I am planning on this build. 

I am saving up for this build.... A process which will take around 7 to 8 months. 

So I thought why not go for a better monitor. 

Somehow... I really don't wanna go below 2080....only because, later down the line, I might dabble on VR as well. 

And I guess 2080 is giving me more peace of mind. 

Guess asking between 2070 and 2080 cleared my own mind. 

Thank you!!! 

 

Here's the PC I guess I will get... 

https://www.pakdukaan.com/pc-hardware-accessories/led-monitors/asus-rog-swift-pg278qe-gaming-monitor-27-2k-wqhd-2560-x-1440-1ms-overclockable-165hz-g-synctm.html

 

Or something around that.... 

 

 

Also, I found this X570 MOBO, that has wifi built in... 

https://www.pakdukaan.com/asus-tuf-gaming-x570-plus-wi-fi-amd-am4-atx-gaming-motherboard-with-pcie-4-0-dual-m-2-wi-fi-14-dr-usb-3-2-gen-2-and-aura-sync-rgb-lighting.html

 

Should I go for this instead of the X470 Crosshair VII Hero? 

Is this an improvement in some way? 

 

 

 

P.S. IF you don't mind me asking and if it's not against the rules, are you from Pakistan as well? 

 

 

I am. Says under my picture. Location: Pakistan.

 

If you're going to get the computer later anyways then go for the 2080 and the better monitor. I suggested the 2070 because I thought you were buying the computer within the next few days.

 

Don't go for an X570 Motherboard unless you want to get a Ryzen 3000 processor. There are almost no gains in an X570 Motherboard with a non-3000 Ryzen CPU. In about 7 to 8 months it should be in markets and the Ryzen 7 3700x would be your best option by that time, but it would also be much more expensive. If you don't want that, then stick with the 2700x and your current motherboard. It's a top of the line motherboard already and you can't really go beyond that unless you get a new motherboard and CPU entirely. You might be told by someone to get the Ryzen 5 3600 and an X570 Motherboard. The thing about that CPU is that it is a 6 core, while the 2700x is an 8 core. The R5 3600 will do better in games but worse in professional workloads like 3D rendering. So basically, stick with the current CPU and Motherboard unless you want to spend way more money for some better performance.

 

TL;DR: There would be an improvement but it would be so tiny you wouldn't be able to tell the difference, however there will be an improvement if you get a Ryzen 3000 CPU, but it is much more expensive. If all you want is WiFi you can get a PCI/PCI-E Wifi card and put it in your motherboard in the slot next to the graphics card slot.

[Asad Javeed]

@IamJavik

 

Ah gotcha. 

 

I am gonna stick to 2700x cause I need those cores. 

Oh also.... A little cosmetic thing I found... 

 

Of someone mounts their GPU vertically and uses the PCIE extension cable.... Is there any compromise to performance? 

There's that airflow problem as well but I can use a bracket to mounts it away... 

[Wohaaa]

Just now, Asad Javeed said:

@IamJavik

 

Ah gotcha. 

 

I am gonna stick to 2700x cause I need those cores. 

Oh also.... A little cosmetic thing I found... 

 

Of someone mounts their GPU vertically and uses the PCIE extension cable.... Is there any compromise to performance? 

There's that airflow problem as well but I can use a bracket to mounts it away... 

Depends on the case. Some cases yes others no. It's going to be a compromise to performance if the GPU is too close to the side window. It needs some space so air can get in through the fans. However if the GPU has a bit of distance from the side panel of the case then no there wouldn't be a compromise to performance. There wouldn't be a gain either. There are 2 uses of the vertical stand: 1) To show off the graphics card. If mounted normally a graphics card's side and back is seen, but mounting vertically shows its front and its fans. 2) To prevent sag. There are some graphics cards that are really long and really heavy, like this: 

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwi5_o3GuYrkAhUFxYUKHezUCE8QjRx6BAgBEAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.techpowerup.com%2F232547%2Fgalax-geforce-1080-ti-hall-of-fame-poses-for-the-camera-16-3-phase-design&psig=AOvVaw0X_-44OHjygg-uzqqiYfU1&ust=1566149992455705

 

or a lot of Asus cards with triple fan designs.

These graphics cards can cause the slot in which the card goes into to bend and be damaged over time. By mounting it vertically there is no weight on the slot and there is no sag.

 

The only problem is that a lot of cases these days don't have a lot of width and so mounting a GPU vertically restricts airflow. You'll see about a 1 to 2% performance decrease because the GPU would not be getting as much air. The case you've chosen is wider than others I've seen so it shouldn't have that issue, but that's only a theory.

 

If you're fine with a 1 to 2% performance decrease and want to show off the graphics card you've gotten through the window, or if you want to make sure that your Graphics card slot doesn't get damaged because of weight, then get it. I'd get it personally if I were getting the RTX 2080 because every design of the RTX 2080 I've seen except EVGA has 3 fans and is really long and looks heavy.

 

However, if you want to install a WiFi card instead of using a WiFi USB, then you'll have to install the Riser cable in the SECOND PCI-E slot instead of the first one. You won't notice a performance difference though.

 

I suggest you watch this (Ignore the title though. As I said, your case is wider than normal, so it should be fine):

 

[Asad Javeed]

6 hours ago, IamJavik said:

Depends on the case. Some cases yes others no. It's going to be a compromise to performance if the GPU is too close to the side window. It needs some space so air can get in through the fans. However if the GPU has a bit of distance from the side panel of the case then no there wouldn't be a compromise to performance. There wouldn't be a gain either. There are 2 uses of the vertical stand: 1) To show off the graphics card. If mounted normally a graphics card's side and back is seen, but mounting vertically shows its front and its fans. 2) To prevent sag. There are some graphics cards that are really long and really heavy, like this: 

 

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwi5_o3GuYrkAhUFxYUKHezUCE8QjRx6BAgBEAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.techpowerup.com%2F232547%2Fgalax-geforce-1080-ti-hall-of-fame-poses-for-the-camera-16-3-phase-design&psig=AOvVaw0X_-44OHjygg-uzqqiYfU1&ust=1566149992455705

 

or a lot of Asus cards with triple fan designs.

These graphics cards can cause the slot in which the card goes into to bend and be damaged over time. By mounting it vertically there is no weight on the slot and there is no sag.

 

The only problem is that a lot of cases these days don't have a lot of width and so mounting a GPU vertically restricts airflow. You'll see about a 1 to 2% performance decrease because the GPU would not be getting as much air. The case you've chosen is wider than others I've seen so it shouldn't have that issue, but that's only a theory.

 

If you're fine with a 1 to 2% performance decrease and want to show off the graphics card you've gotten through the window, or if you want to make sure that your Graphics card slot doesn't get damaged because of weight, then get it. I'd get it personally if I were getting the RTX 2080 because every design of the RTX 2080 I've seen except EVGA has 3 fans and is really long and looks heavy.

 

However, if you want to install a WiFi card instead of using a WiFi USB, then you'll have to install the Riser cable in the SECOND PCI-E slot instead of the first one. You won't notice a performance difference though.

 

I suggest you watch this (Ignore the title though. As I said, your case is wider than normal, so it should be fine):

 

Watched this and JayzTwoCentz about the mounts....

Since you are from Pakistan as well, you know I am going with RaptorMods for the cable extensions (I dont like fully custom ones......), and I wanna go with their vertical GPU mount....have two options:

https://raptormods.pk/product/ovi-bracket-gpu-vertical-bracket/

or

https://raptormods.pk/product/veloci-bracket-gpu-vertical-bracket/

Which one for my case?

 

Also, is the second slot actually okay?

I was thinking of the wifi card issue myself, what other options do I have if any?

 

 

 

And one last thing, UPS. I need a UPS.

Any good suggestions I can get which can push out 750W for this PC?

Just for 5-10 mins or so, so I can save my stuff or clear the last humans and exit with some glorified poultry

 

[Asad Javeed]

@IamJavik

So instead of the PCIe WiFi card, I decided to go with the USB adaptors. 

I have TP-Link T9UH in mind. 

 

 

Still confused about UPS for the system.... 

[Wohaaa]

https://raptormods.pk/product/veloci-bracket-gpu-vertical-bracket/

 

go with this one as the first one looks way too big to fit.

 

 

proof. the Titan V is the strongest GPU out there and at single slot x16 vs x8 there was basically no difference, so yeah it will be fine.

 

https://www.daraz.pk/products/pci-e-16x-to-16x-riser-extender-card-adapter-flexible-cable-i100093936-s1093909554.html

 

you'll need one of these or something similar for the vertical mount.

 

for ups, just use a power supply calculator like https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator to figure out how much wattage you need and then use this. watch the first 2 minutes 20 seconds.

 

 

[Asad Javeed]

1 hour ago, IamJavik said:

https://raptormods.pk/product/veloci-bracket-gpu-vertical-bracket/

 

go with this one as the first one looks way too big to fit.

 

 

proof. the Titan V is the strongest GPU out there and at single slot x16 vs x8 there was basically no difference, so yeah it will be fine.

 

https://www.daraz.pk/products/pci-e-16x-to-16x-riser-extender-card-adapter-flexible-cable-i100093936-s1093909554.html

 

you'll need one of these or something similar for the vertical mount.

 

for ups, just use a power supply calculator like https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator to figure out how much wattage you need and then use this. watch the first 2 minutes 20 seconds.

 

 

Ah okie! 

I have decided to go with the USB adaptor so PCIe slot isn't going to be an issue anymore

Plus, I am trying to see how PTCL is in my region now, and will use a router with ethernet on my build. 

WiFi is for the times something happens and I need an instant fix like a mobile internet pocket device (I use a Zong one currently instead of any others) or Hotspot from phones etc. 

[Asad Javeed]

@IamJavik

 

So, I have discovered how difficult (and expensive as time goes on and you keep finding new stuff to add to your set up) PC set ups can be...

I was going through BitWit's guide to compatibility and came across the CPU connectors, which he said are usually 8 . pins.

My selected PSU has that 8 pin:

 

 

But my MOBO has this extra 4 pins apart from those 8 in specs and in gallery:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is this cause for concern???

Do I need to change PSU?

Or do i need extra cables?

Edited August 24, 2019 by Asad Javeed
Better explanation

[Wohaaa]

https://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/asus-rog-crosshair-vii-hero-(wifi)-review,5.html

 

"A 4-pin and 8-pin connector to power that processor of yours, just using the 8-pin connector is plenty though, in fact using just one 4-pin would do the job already. The motherboard has a 12 phase power delivery design for the processor based on digital power controllers. "

 

All motherboards with more than 1 8pin would be designed for extreme, and I mean extreme overclocking. Things like Liquid Nitrogen overclocking. You'll be fine. You don't need to get anything else.

[Asad Javeed]

On 8/26/2019 at 6:37 AM, IamJavik said:

https://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/asus-rog-crosshair-vii-hero-(wifi)-review,5.html

 

"A 4-pin and 8-pin connector to power that processor of yours, just using the 8-pin connector is plenty though, in fact using just one 4-pin would do the job already. The motherboard has a 12 phase power delivery design for the processor based on digital power controllers. "

 

All motherboards with more than 1 8pin would be designed for extreme, and I mean extreme overclocking. Things like Liquid Nitrogen overclocking. You'll be fine. You don't need to get anything else.

SO just plug into 8 pin...got it!