Posted April 13, 2014 This is going to be a realtime build log as I want tips and tricks. That means I'll actually be going through the build as I post the pictures. The bid for my Macbook pro ends tomorrow so I've made this a little early and will order the parts the next day. Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who has helped me choose and organise this build esspecially @Str_Mape who has really helped me choose parts and has given me vital tips and tricks that will be essential for completing this build. The parts I've chosen to order are a little odd I know, but I wanted reliability and component quality over all for this build. I've also decided to add a keyboard and headset to this build, I hate my blackwidow keyboard (kinda) it has no backlight and I cant remove the keycaps. Please note all edited parts will be in red text So without further or do, heres my plan: SSD: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB HDD: Seagate Barracuda 2TB (from old rig) Memory: Corsair Vengance DDR3 1600mhz (cl9) Power Supply: Seasonic G series 550watt CPU: Intel core i5 4670k GPU: Asus DCU2 Top, AMD r9 270x (cuz, mantle) Motherboard: Asus z87 Gryphon (comes with free armour kit) Case: Corsair Obsidian Series 350D Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO Keyboard: Logitech G710+ Headset: Logitech G230 Mouse: Logitech G400s Wifi Card: Tp-link wifi card optical drive: Some asus thingy from old rig Windows: Windows 8.1 64bit OEM Advise would be much appreciated. Thanks everyone! SO EXITED!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Don't get a 270x because of Mantle, it's done. You could get a Hyper 212 Evo or a different Noctua cooler (better) How much RAM? Great build! Build Log Define R4 case mod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author Don't get a 270x because of Mantle, it's done. You could get a Hyper 212 Evo or a different Noctua cooler (better) How much RAM? Great build! 8gb. Should I get gtx 760? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author Don't get a 270x because of Mantle, it's done. You could get a Hyper 212 Evo or a different Noctua cooler (better) How much RAM? Great build! 8gb. Should I get gtx 760? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Well that Noctua cooler is too small and won't be sufficient even without Ocing. Get something tower like, most of them fit on ATX/Matx boards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 OMG a build where I don't see an MSI motherboard and a Corsair psu. I am so happy just seeing this right now. I can't even compose myself to comment on the rest of the build. Too many ****ing games! Back log 4 life! :S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 8gb. Should I get gtx 760? Perfect. It depends what you want in terms of AMD or Nvidia since they're basically the same. Build Log Define R4 case mod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 8gb. Should I get gtx 760? I would get a 760, esp if you are gaming. Nvidia seems to work better AND cooler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 OMG a build where I don't see an MSI motherboard and a Corsair psu. I am so happy just seeing this right now. I can't even compose myself to comment on the rest of the build. I think ASUS ROG and corsair is the most used combo lol i5 4670k| Asrock H81M-ITX| EVGA Nex 650g| WD Black 500Gb| H100 with SP120s| ASUS Matrix 7970 Platinum (just sold)| Patriot Venom 1600Mhz 8Gb| Bitfenix Prodigy. Build log in progress Build Log here: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/119926-yin-yang-prodigy-update-2-26-14/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 I think ASUS ROG and corsair is the most used combo lol It doesn't mean it is the right thing to do though. I would much rather have Antec and Seasonic than Corsair and I don't care that Corsair is rebranded Seasonic cuz I bet they don't get Seasonic's best stuff so whatever. Too many ****ing games! Back log 4 life! :S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 OMG a build where I don't see an MSI motherboard and a Corsair psu. I am so happy just seeing this right now. I can't even compose myself to comment on the rest of the build. MSI and Corsair too mainstream for you? check my specs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 MSI and Corsair too mainstream for you? check my specs MSI doesn't make the best motherboards and there are affordable options that are better than what they offer. I would not trust MSI motherboards in my pc builds. As for Corsair I made my point and it is correct. Antec and Seasonic are better. Too many ****ing games! Back log 4 life! :S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 MSI doesn't make the best motherboards and there are affordable options that are better than what they offer. I would not trust MSI motherboards in my pc builds. As for Corsair I made my point and it is correct. Antec and Seasonic are better. well I was not making a point I just like the branding on everything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author UPDATE: I am now going to order the parts VERY SOON. I've made a few changes based on your feedback (thanks btw) SSD: Samsung 840 EVO HDD: My old Seagate Barracuda 2TB PSU: Seasonic G Series 550watt CPU: Intel core i5 4670k Case: Corsair 350D Memory: 8GB Corsair Vengnace 1600mhz GPU: Asus DCUII r9 270x Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO (Found one at PCforce!! WOO) Keyboard: Logitech G710+ Headset: Logitech G230 Mouse: Logitech G400s OS: Windows 8.1 64bit OEM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 MSI doesn't make the best motherboards and there are affordable options that are better than what they offer. I would not trust MSI motherboards in my pc builds. As for Corsair I made my point and it is correct. Antec and Seasonic are better. I have always had good performance and luck from MSI products. I suppose they are the same as any other brand, Sometimes you can get a lemon, And Corsair I really do not have much experiance with them, I do own a new CX600 V3 made by corsair with CWT insides. But I have not owned it long enough yet to determine how long they run. But it has done fine so far. The quality of it appeared nicer than the other PSU's in it's price range. Seasonic and Antec are very good products. But to say they are better than Corsair is just opinion and does not really help the guy. He should just go with any good brand that provides what he needs at the best price. CPU: Intel i5 3470@3.8ghz, Motherboard: Biostar TZ77A, Ram: 8GB G.Skill Ripjaws 1600, GPU: EVGA SC GTX 970 ACX 2.0 , PSU: Corsair CX600, Case: Antec 300, OS: Windows 8.1 Pro 64 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author UPDATE: the parts are now ordered. They should arrive in a few days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 OP it always feels good to put together a pc. I feel a sense of accomplishment and I know because I selected parts myself and with others help at times that I am going to be happy with the computer I get. I hope you will enjoy building and then using your pc in the future. Too many ****ing games! Back log 4 life! :S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 (snip) The 760 is a bit underpowered for the i5, consider beefing up the gpu horsepower. Woo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 The 760 is a bit underpowered for the i5, consider beefing up the gpu horsepower. The 760 is a perfect match for the i5. There is nothing wrong with that choice. Ryzen 1600@3.8ghz / 16gb 2400mhz / ASRock B350 ITX / Gigabyte RX 470 4gb / 256gb M.2 / SG13B-Q / Corsair 450w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 The 760 is a perfect match for the i5. There is nothing wrong with that choice. the i5 is a more powerful cpu than a lot of people think. No, nothing wrong with being able to fit a more powerful gpu in there in the future, but it's not exactly the most economic choice. I would have gone with an fx-8320 or even 8150 if I was trying to save money. Woo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author The 760 is a perfect match for the i5. There is nothing wrong with that choice. I chose the r9 270x. I think its better value becauses its $80 CHEAPER where I live. I could then buy a better cooler, motherboard and CPU! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author the i5 is a more powerful cpu than a lot of people think. No, nothing wrong with being able to fit a more powerful gpu in there in the future, but it's not exactly the most economic choice. I would have gone with an fx-8320 or even 8150 if I was trying to save money. Well. I wanted to go Intel for compatibility and ease mainly, I dont know much about AMD and felt more confident going Intel. At least it gives me upgrade room in the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author Well that Noctua cooler is too small and won't be sufficient even without Ocing. Get something tower like, most of them fit on ATX/Matx boards. I ordered a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. I think that should be sufficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 Author OMG a build where I don't see an MSI motherboard and a Corsair psu. I am so happy just seeing this right now. I can't even compose myself to comment on the rest of the build. Thats because I dont have access to MSI motherboards in NewZealand (I think). But I would go Asus and Seasonic anyways because Linus recommends them, not saying he doesnt recommend MSI and corsair but also because hes done build guides with Seasonic and Asus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted April 13, 2014 I ordered a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. I think that should be sufficient. Very sufficient, I suggest some quieter fans for a Push pull config. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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