PC build!

[profangshd]

Hello, everyone,

I posted a little while ago about a PC build, but I've changed several things, and I wanted some new opinions. I am pretty confident about my choices, but I might as well check with some other builders.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/profangshd/saved/GsHRsY

 

USES: Gaming, Music Production (and of course everyday use)

Not trying for overkill, but I do want to be able to run almost all games smoothly at a high graphics quality. I also just want a fast computer for everything I would want to do!

 

Using USD as currency

 

Also, this is my first build.

 

Thank you!

[Askew]

Looks nice, but what are your main uses for the machine?

 

Your CPU is very strong and the system is unbalanced in terms of CPU to GPU performance, I'm thinking perhaps money could be moved around a bit to accommodate your needs better if we know what they are.

[dragoon20005]

http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/150812-world-windows-81-pro-3264-35/?hl=windows

 

remove the win 7 and get the key for win 8.1

 

DVD drive not really needed

 

with 90 dollars saved maybe can fit a 280X

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.99 @ Amazon) 

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($139.99 @ NCIX US) 

Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($84.98 @ OutletPC) 

Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($84.98 @ OutletPC) 

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.98 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280X 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($284.99 @ Amazon) 

Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case  ($89.00 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply: SeaSonic S12G 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($74.99 @ Newegg) 

Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor  ($134.99 @ NCIX US) 

Keyboard: Logitech K120 Wired Standard Keyboard  ($9.15 @ B&H) 

Total: $1227.02

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

[jtrier1]

Hello, everyone,

I posted a little while ago about a PC build, but I've changed several things, and I wanted some new opinions. I am pretty confident about my choices, but I might as well check with some other builders.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/profangshd/saved/GsHRsY

 

Also, this is my first build.

 

Thank you!

 

Couple of quick changes, and I was able to get you a better GPU for $1 extra.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.99 @ Amazon)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ OutletPC)

Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($139.99 @ NCIX US)

Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($84.98 @ OutletPC)

Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($54.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.98 @ OutletPC)

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

Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case  ($89.00 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: Corsair RM 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.99 @ Newegg)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($16.98 @ OutletPC)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($84.99 @ NCIX US)

Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor  ($134.99 @ NCIX US)

Keyboard: Logitech K120 Wired Standard Keyboard  ($9.15 @ B&H)

Total: $1229.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

[profangshd]

Looks nice, but what are your main uses for the machine?

 

Your CPU is very strong and the system is unbalanced in terms of CPU to GPU performance, I'm thinking perhaps money could be moved around a bit to accommodate your needs better if we know what they are.

Edited the original post, thank you. I thought the 270x was pretty high end? About the same as a 760, I've heard (but $50 cheaper). The MSI card got really good reviews (that I saw anyway).

[dragoon20005]

Edited the original post, thank you. I thought the 270x was pretty high end? About the same as a 760, I've heard (but $50 cheaper). The MSI card got really good reviews (that I saw anyway).

the 270X does trade blows with the GTX760

 

if you can stretch the budget a bit and drop the DVD drive and get the OS key with the link given 

 

you can get a 280X which is way more powerful than the 270X

[profangshd]

 

http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/150812-world-windows-81-pro-3264-35/?hl=windows

 

remove the win 7 and get the key for win 8.1

 

DVD drive not really needed

 

with 90 dollars saved maybe can fit a 280X

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.99 @ Amazon) 

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($139.99 @ NCIX US) 

Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($84.98 @ OutletPC) 

Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($84.98 @ OutletPC) 

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.98 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280X 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card  ($284.99 @ Amazon) 

Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case  ($89.00 @ Newegg) 

Power Supply: SeaSonic S12G 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($74.99 @ Newegg) 

Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor  ($134.99 @ NCIX US) 

Keyboard: Logitech K120 Wired Standard Keyboard  ($9.15 @ B&H) 

Total: $1227.02

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

 

I think I prefer Windows 7 (although I have hardly used WIN 8 and my current laptop has WIN 7) but I guess that would be a way to save some money. Also what is that website, I've never heard of it.

 

I figured that I might as well get the drive in case I needed it at some point, and it's only around $20, but same with above, I guess.

 

I would like to pay less if possible, even if I paid less for the OS and eliminated the 5.25" drive, I might not upgrade to the 280x, except for this card: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-video-card-r9280atdfd ? Why is this card so inexpensive? I know it's not the 280x just the 280 but still...

[dragoon20005]

I think I prefer Windows 7 (although I have hardly used WIN 8 and my current laptop has WIN 7) but I guess that would be a way to save some money. Also what is that website, I've never heard of it.

 

I figured that I might as well get the drive in case I needed it at some point, and it's only around $20, but same with above, I guess.

 

Is it worth it to get the 280x because I would like to pay less if possible, even if I paid less for the OS and eliminated the 5.25" drive.

with the 280X you will be able to max out games at 1080P

 

DVD drive can be bought and install later

 

better to buy a more powerful GPU then buy another GPU later if you go for the 270X

[profangshd]

Couple of quick changes, and I was able to get you a better GPU for $1 extra.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.99 @ Amazon)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.98 @ OutletPC)

Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($139.99 @ NCIX US)

Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($84.98 @ OutletPC)

Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($54.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.98 @ OutletPC)

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

Case: Corsair 450D ATX Mid Tower Case  ($89.00 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: Corsair RM 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.99 @ Newegg)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($16.98 @ OutletPC)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($84.99 @ NCIX US)

Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor  ($134.99 @ NCIX US)

Keyboard: Logitech K120 Wired Standard Keyboard  ($9.15 @ B&H)

Total: $1229.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Why is that card so inexpensive? I know it's not the X version but still only a tiny bit more than the 270x? I guess if it's a good card then it's a great deal. Thanks for the reply!

[profangshd]

with the 280X you will be able to max out games at 1080P

 

DVD drive can be bought and install later

 

better to buy a more powerful GPU then buy another GPU later if you go for the 270X

What about this card: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-video-card-r9280atdfd

[dragoon20005]

What about this card: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-video-card-r9280atdfd

its an ok card but best stick to the sapphire card. Xfx rma service is horrible which some user experienced. See if you can can find a 280x for sale coz it actually a hd7970 which can trade blows with the gtx770 and edge out in some games.