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Hello guys,

 

I'm new to PC building and this is my first time building a PC. I've done a little research online, watched some youtube vids etc. Can you guys help me see if there are any incompatible parts or bottlenecks for this build? Thanks!

 

Edit: I'll mainly be using this for gaming. Might add another 270x for crossfire in the future if i have the money.. 

 

 


 










i5 4690k, Z97m gaming, Kingston Savage 2x4gb 1600, Msi r9 290, Phanteks Enthoo Evolv, WD Blue 1tb, CM V650, Asus VX239H, CM Quickfire Rapid-I, Logitech G502.

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Hello guys,
 
I'm new to PC building and this is my first time building a PC. I've done a little research online, watched some youtube vids etc. Can you guys help me see if there are any incompatible parts or bottlenecks for this build? Thanks!
 
 
 

 

buge?location?things you use the computer for?

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CPU:  Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($184.99 @ NCIX US) 

Motherboard:  MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($53.98 @ SuperBiiz) 


Storage:  PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($59.99 @ Mac Mall) 

Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card:  XFX Radeon R9 280 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card  ($209.99 @ NCIX US) 

Case:  Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($38.98 @ Newegg) 


Monitor:  AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor  ($119.99 @ Amazon) 

Keyboard:  Logitech G105 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($39.99 @ Amazon) 

Mouse:  Corsair Raptor M45 Wired Optical Mouse  ($50.45 @ Amazon) 

Total: $937.77

(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-01 15:48 EDT-0400)

 

This rig would be better for gaming, and it is also smaller.

 

I would do this, also because of the IPS monitor and the better balance of parts.

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buge?location?things you use the computer for?

I'm actually stretching my budget for this build >_< I live in Malaysia, usually parts are 10-20% more expensive than US price. Mainly for gaming, might add another 270x to crossfire in future but I still not sure how it works. If a 270x can play a game on high settings, can a 2-way crossfire 270x play the same game on ultra settings? or is it still on high settings but double the frame rates??

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CPU:  Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($184.99 @ NCIX US) 
Motherboard:  MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($53.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Storage:  PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($59.99 @ Mac Mall) 
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card:  XFX Radeon R9 280 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card  ($209.99 @ NCIX US) 
Case:  Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($38.98 @ Newegg) 
Monitor:  AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor  ($119.99 @ Amazon) 
Keyboard:  Logitech G105 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($39.99 @ Amazon) 
Mouse:  Corsair Raptor M45 Wired Optical Mouse  ($50.45 @ Amazon) 
Total: $937.77
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-01 15:48 EDT-0400)
 
This rig would be better for gaming, and it is also smaller.
 
I would do this, also because of the IPS monitor and the better balance of parts.

 

Hi, forgot to mention I might add another 270x for crossfire. I think the case isn't suitable? Also I can only afford the 270x graphic card for now  :wacko:

I couldn't find that monitor in my country. Is the IPS worth the extra cash? I mainly be using for gaming only.

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try to save up for an ssd! so important!

SSD so expensive  :blink:  Can I add an SSD on a later date? Is it possible to transfer my windows and other program to it later?

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Hi, forgot to mention I might add another 270x for crossfire. I think the case isn't suitable? Also I can only afford the 270x graphic card for now  :wacko:

I couldn't find that monitor in my country. Is the IPS worth the extra cash? I mainly be using for gaming only.

From what people are saying, yes, IPS are worth it. I don't have one since I went from a 15 inch monitor. Anything was an upgrade from there. If not, grab one of Asus's or Acer's TN monitors.

 

If you can, get the R9 280. In general, one powerful card is more stable than two weaker cards forming a strong card. CF and SLI offer performance boosts, but sometimes, they won't scale well or the performance is all over the place.

SSD so expensive  :blink:  Can I add an SSD on a later date? Is it possible to transfer my windows and other program to it later?

Yes, you can grab one later, that's how storage and RAM work, along with case fans, CPU coolers, LED strips, and rims. GPUs, CPUs, cases, and mobos, you're pretty much stuck with them since they're more costly than the other parts. Also, some CPU upgrades aren't worth it unless there's severe performance gaps like going from an old Pentium to a recent i3. Mobo upgrades only unlock the ability to overclock in the case of Intel CPUs and AMD's FX 8XXX's, features, and that's pretty much it. GPU upgrades are usually 3 to 5 years and are more noticeable. Cases will last you forever if you take care of them which is easy. Just don't kick them, throw them off roofs, or launch them at your neighbor's singing cats.

 

As for Window's transferring, I'm not sure, but I think you can. It might be better to reinstall it and back-up programs you want on the SSD first on something like an external hard drive.

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I would go with this. It is similar to SLS' build but is ATX, so if you want something small go with his. If you don't mind the size then this would be fine and would give you a few more options down the road.

 
CPU:  Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($184.99 @ NCIX US) 
Motherboard:  MSI B85-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($79.49 @ Amazon) 
Memory:  A-Data XPG V1.0 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($69.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage:  PNY XLR8 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($59.99 @ Mac Mall) 
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.43 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card:  XFX Radeon R9 280 3GB Double Dissipation Video Card  ($199.99 @ Newegg) 
Case:  NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($32.99 @ Micro Center) 
Monitor:  AOC i2267Fw 60Hz 22.0" Monitor  ($119.99 @ Amazon) 
Keyboard:  Logitech G105 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($39.99 @ Amazon) 
Mouse:  Corsair Raptor M45 Wired Optical Mouse  ($50.45 @ Amazon) 
Total: $942.29
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-02 00:10 EDT-0400)

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Hello guys,
 
I'm new to PC building and this is my first time building a PC. I've done a little research online, watched some youtube vids etc. Can you guys help me see if there are any incompatible parts or bottlenecks for this build? Thanks!
 
Edit: I'll mainly be using this for gaming. Might add another 270x for crossfire in the future if i have the money.. 
 
 
 

 

 

You might find an H81 chipset motherboard saves a bit. There are ones that support Crossfire.

 

Try to find 2x4GB DDR3-1600 memory with CAS 9. The part you have listed is CAS 10.

 

The motherboard selected is mATX and will look a little lost in an ATX case. If the Cooler Master N200 is available you might consider it instead. It is also less expensive than the 690 III.

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I'm actually stretching my budget for this build >_< I live in Malaysia, usually parts are 10-20% more expensive than US price. Mainly for gaming, might add another 270x to crossfire in future but I still not sure how it works. If a 270x can play a game on high settings, can a 2-way crossfire 270x play the same game on ultra settings? or is it still on high settings but double the frame rates??

 

both sli and crossfire scaling are not very good so in the future get a better one

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