AMD Watercooled build

[Huginn]

The idea:

 

A temporary build with only 1 R9 290, upgraded in 6 months by adding another R9 290

Custom watercooled

2 monitors (Did my research on forums for these) but for starters only 1 monitor

 

The dream:

CPU:  AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor  

Motherboard:  Asus Crosshair V Formula-Z ATX AM3+ Motherboard  

Memory:  G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  

Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk

Storage:  Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire)

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) 

Case:  Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case  (€135.00) 

Power Supply:  SeaSonic Platinum 860W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  

Monitor:  Dell P2414H 60Hz 23.8" Monitor

Monitor:  Dell P2414H 60Hz 23.8" Monitor  

Speakers:  Logitech Z523 30W 2.1ch Speakers 

 

 

Case Fan:  Noctua NF-F12 PWM 55.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  

Case Fan:  Noctua NF-F12 PWM 55.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  

Case Fan:  Noctua NF-F12 PWM 55.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  

Case Fan:  Noctua NF-F12 PWM 55.0 CFM 120mm  Fan

Case Fan:  Noctua NF-F12 PWM 55.0 CFM 120mm  Fan 

Other: Swiftech MCRES-Micro Rev2 Reservoir 

Other: EK-Supremacy

Other: 12V Laing DDC-1T Pro 10W with XSPC Acrylic Pomp Top 

Other: Alphacool NexXxoS Pro II rev. 2 - 240

Other: Alphacool NexXxoS Pro III rev. 2 - 360 

Other: EK Water Blocks EK-FC R9-290X 

Other: EK Water Blocks EK-FC R9-290X

Other: 10MM (3/8 ID - 5/8 OD) Monsoon Fittings - Red Six Pack FCC-3858-6P-RD 

Other: 10MM (3/8 ID - 5/8 OD) Monsoon Fittings - Red Six Pack FCC-3858-6P-RD

Other: Slang kraan / verbinder Zilver - G1/4  http://www.it-service.be/webshop/product_info.php?cPath=103_572_812&products_id=1008533

Other: PrimoFlex Pro LRT Tube 3/8 ID (10mm ID -16 mm OD )

Other: PrimoFlex Pro LRT Tube 3/8 ID (10mm ID -16 mm OD ) 

 

 

The temporary solution:

CPU:  AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor

Motherboard:  Asus Crosshair V Formula-Z ATX AM3+ Motherboard 

Memory:  G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory 

Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk 

Storage:  Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive 

Video Card:  MSI Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card 

Case:  Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case  

Power Supply:  SeaSonic Platinum 860W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply 

Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  

Monitor:  Dell P2414H 60Hz 23.8" Monitor

Speakers:  Logitech Z523 30W 2.1ch Speakers  

 

 

Watercooling remains the same.

 

Some background info.

I'm a student, so I'm not that wealthy. Reason for the 6 month waiting period. Summerjob + I figured that I might aswell add a GPU when I have to change the tubing, Killing 2 birds with one stone as they say.

 

Several questions:

1. Will the pump be good enough? 

2. Will 860W suffice? I plan on OC'ing, and my GPU's+CPU are quite power hungry I heard.

3. For the CF watercooling. I found these nice Bitspower crystal link tubes. Other sizes are available too. Anyone has any advice or experience with these things? I know I would have to order 2x these.

Or would I be better of getting something like this. The thing is that I don't know the spacing between the 2 cards. It's also my first watercooling build.

 

Please be a bit nice with your critique. I've spent a lot of time doing research for this, mainly on these forums/tomshardware/youtube. Constructive criticism is appreciated though.

[Tea1337]

Do a FX-9590 or 9350

[acidydragon]

Several questions:

1. Will the pump be good enough? 

2. Will 860W suffice? I plan on OC'ing, and my GPU's+CPU are quite power hungry I heard.

3. For the CF watercooling. I found these nice Bitspower crystal link tubes. Other sizes are available too. Anyone has any advice or experience with these things? I know I would have to order 2x these.

Or would I be better of getting something like this. The thing is that I don't know the spacing between the 2 cards. It's also my first watercooling build.

 

Please be a bit nice with your critique. I've spent a lot of time doing research for this, mainly on these forums/tomshardware/youtube. Constructive criticism is appreciated though.

 

I would go with a dual pump solution for this, and get a pump top for them.

I would get 1000w PSU, though 860 might be enough.

The Bitspower Crystal Link is AWESOME. Make sure you get them into the fittings all the way, and be sure to put them in straight.

[acidydragon]

Do a FX-9590 or 9350

I disagree... They're just binned 8350s that run very hot.

 

I would either stick with the 8320, or do an 8350.

[Huginn]

I disagree... They're just binned 8350s that run very hot.

 

I would either stick with the 8320, or do an 8350.

 

As noted, did A LOT research. I've heard that they're just OC'd versions of the 8320 or something. Atleast not worth spending more on it. But thanks.

 

I would go with a dual pump solution for this, and get a pump top for them.

I would get 1000w PSU, though 860 might be enough.

The Bitspower Crystal Link is AWESOME. Make sure you get them into the fittings all the way, and be sure to put them in straight.

 

Any suggestion on sizes? They come in 4 packs with different lengths.

It's my first watercooling build, need some more feedback on the dual pump setup.

[Jobbe03]

Go with a 8350

[acidydragon]

As noted, did A LOT research. I've heard that they're just OC'd versions of the 8320 or something. Atleast not worth spending more on it. But thanks.

 

 

Any suggestion on sizes? They come in 4 packs with different lengths.

It depends on how your routing is going to go. A lot of water cooling requires you to get the components, then figure out lengths, so you might need to wait on ordering them until after you already have all of the parts.

[acidydragon]

As noted, did A LOT research. I've heard that they're just OC'd versions of the 8320 or something. Atleast not worth spending more on it. But thanks.

 

It's my first watercooling build, need some more feedback on the dual pump setup.

1. Yes, agreed.

2. Get two Swiftech pumps (http://www.frozencpu.com/products/16737/ex-pmp-203/Swiftech_MCP655_Variable_Speed_12v_Water_Pump_w_G14_Thread_Ports_Perfectly_Tapped.html?tl=c107s1802b33)

And get a Bitspower mod kit for both, and a Dual pump adapter.

Pump top: http://www.frozencpu.com/products/12197/ex-pmp-120/Bitspower_D5_MCP655_Pump_Mod_Kit_-_Black_Sparkle_BP-D5MAV2-BK.html?tl=c107s156b145

Dual Pump:http://www.frozencpu.com/products/11252/ex-pmp-100/Bitspower_G_14_Thread_Dual_D5_Mod_Top_-_POM_Version_BP-2D5TOPP-BK.html?tl=c107s156b145

[Karumu]

this is pretty much the same as my build..... GET OUT OF MY HEAD

[Huginn]

this is pretty much the same as my build..... GET OUT OF MY HEAD

Not even gonna mention that I would love to have a CM Storm Quickfire (brown), but that I couldn't find one with a AZERTY (BE) lay out, so I had to go with the Ducky Shine 3.

 

1. Yes, agreed.

2. Get two Swiftech pumps (http://www.frozencpu.com/products/16737/ex-pmp-203/Swiftech_MCP655_Variable_Speed_12v_Water_Pump_w_G14_Thread_Ports_Perfectly_Tapped.html?tl=c107s1802b33)

And get a Bitspower mod kit for both, and a Dual pump adapter.

Pump top: http://www.frozencpu.com/products/12197/ex-pmp-120/Bitspower_D5_MCP655_Pump_Mod_Kit_-_Black_Sparkle_BP-D5MAV2-BK.html?tl=c107s156b145

Dual Pump:http://www.frozencpu.com/products/11252/ex-pmp-100/Bitspower_G_14_Thread_Dual_D5_Mod_Top_-_POM_Version_BP-2D5TOPP-BK.html?tl=c107s156b145

 

Thanks for that. Getting a bit expensive though, Calculated that will cost about as much as my current setup. Would like to hear some second opinions on dual loop vs single loop. Difference in temperatures etc. Maybe I'll start with single loop and upgrade along the way.

[ViruZ_HUN]

Do a FX-9590 or 9350

this!

 

 

I disagree... They're just binned 8350s that run very hot.

 

I would either stick with the 8320, or do an 8350.

Why do you think he recommended them?, Because he wanted to do WC, SmartEZZ!

[Huginn]

this!

 

 

Why do you think he recommended them?, Because he wanted to do WC, SmartEZZ!

Really don't understand why people keep recommending the 9590. They're identical, just different clocked. Right?

[acidydragon]

Really don't understand why people keep recommending the 9590. They're identical, just different clocked. Right?

Yes.

[Cryptonite]

Really don't understand why people keep recommending the 9590. They're identical, just different clocked. Right?

the 9590 is cherry picked to be able to overclock over 5 GHz while some 8320s only go to 4.5 GHz. but seriously the 8350 is the highest I'd recommend going. and then I personally would have gone with an 8320.

[Huginn]

the 9590 is cherry picked to be able to overclock over 5 GHz while some 8320s only go to 4.5 GHz. but seriously the 8350 is the highest I'd recommend going. and then I personally would have gone with an 8320.

+1

CPU's are still luck of the draw. I'm staying with the 8320, if the OC's a bit lower. Well, tough luck.

Need some additional opinions on the pump + PSU. Is the pump strong enough, should I go with dual loop. Is the temperature difference worth the money?

Do I need a stronger PSU?

[acidydragon]

the 9590 is cherry picked to be able to overclock over 5 GHz while some 8320s only go to 4.5 GHz. but seriously the 8350 is the highest I'd recommend going. and then I personally would have gone with an 8320.

it also depends how lucky they are in the silicone lottery. My 8320 is sitting at 4.5, but it is only restricted because of heat. I still have a bit left on the voltage

[acidydragon]

+1

CPU's are still luck of the draw. I'm staying with the 8320, if the OC's a bit lower. Well, tough luck.

Need some additional opinions on the pump + PSU. Is the pump strong enough, should I go with dual loop. Is the temperature difference worth the money?

Do I need a stronger PSU?

it isn't temperature that I'm worried about with one pump, with just one you could run into your pump dying because it has to work so hard you could also run into your pump just not being able to push enough water through your system to keep it all moving.

[ViruZ_HUN]

Really don't understand why people keep recommending the 9590. They're identical, just different clocked. Right?

Yes but you may not get that good Oc'er if you get FX8350, And you got FX9590 on stock 5 GHZ!

 

IF i would get AM3+ system i would 100% get FX9590

[Huginn]

Yes but you may not get that good Oc'er if you get FX8350, And you got FX9590 on stock 5 GHZ!

 

IF i would get AM3+ system i would 100% get FX9590

 

Just not worth it to me, sorry.

 

it isn't temperature that I'm worried about with one pump, with just one you could run into your pump dying because it has to work so hard you could also run into your pump just not being able to push enough water through your system to keep it all moving.

 

I believe you, but I'm the type of person who always likes a second, third, fourth, ... opinion. Don't take this offensive please, I appreciate your feedback.