Thoughts about this build?

[Juked28]

Hi, 

 

I was wondering how this build would perform, like what settings would I be able to play on? I know it doesnt show the power supple or case because I couldn't find it through the selections.

 

http://gyazo.com/8bdec9f3ed4a23d6cd63e13f5a519ba4

 

If you guys were wondering, i chose the eVGA 430W Power Supply and the Cooler Master Elite 241 case.

 

Also, the reasons why I chose these parts are because I can purchase these at a local store (CAD)

 

BTW I'm new to all this.  

[Vacsol]

it's an okay build, but I'd go for a dual-channel memory kit like 2x4gb rather than 1x8gb.

also you can probably get a cheaper 1TB HDD paired with a 120gb SSD instead of a 1.5tb WD Green. an SSD gives you much faster boot times and everything will feel more "snappy"

 

could you send a link via PCpartpicker, I can link a better build

[Juked28]

it's an okay build, but I'd go for a dual-channel memory kit like 2x4gb rather than 1x8gb.

also you can probably get a cheaper 1TB HDD paired with a 120gb SSD instead of a 1.5tb WD Green. an SSD gives you much faster boot times and everything will feel more "snappy"

 

could you send a link via PCpartpicker, I can link a better build

Sorry I dont know how to properly do this but here you go 

 

[PCPartPicker part list](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/Jzh3WZ) / [Price breakdown by merchant](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/Jzh3WZ/by_merchant/)

 

**CPU** | [intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646g3258) | $69.95 @ DirectCanada 

**CPU Cooler** | [Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/cooler-master-cpu-cooler-rr212e20pkr2) | $31.92 @ DirectCanada 

**Motherboard** | [MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z97pcmate) | $109.95 @ Vuugo 

**Memory** | [Corsair 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-memory-cmv8gx3m1a1600c11) | $94.98 @ Newegg Canada 

**Storage** | [Western Digital Caviar Green 1.5TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/western-digital-internal-hard-drive-wd15ears) | $148.62 @ Amazon Canada 

**Video Card** | [Asus GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Video Card](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-video-card-gtx750tioc2gd5) | $152.50 @ Vuugo 

 | | **Total**

 | Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $607.92

[brob]

The Asrock H81 Pro and Gigabyte GA-H81-D3 will allow overclocking of the G3258 and might be less expensive than the MSI Z97 PC Mate.

 

Get a 2x4GB memory kit to take advantage of dual channel memory operation. Look for memory modules that are <= 33 mm tall.

[<boss2939>]

 

Sorry I dont know how to properly do this but here you go 

 

[PCPartPicker part list](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/Jzh3WZ) / [Price breakdown by merchant](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/Jzh3WZ/by_merchant/)

 

**CPU** | [intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646g3258) | $69.95 @ DirectCanada 

**CPU Cooler** | [Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/cooler-master-cpu-cooler-rr212e20pkr2) | $31.92 @ DirectCanada 

**Motherboard** | [MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z97pcmate) | $109.95 @ Vuugo 

**Memory** | [Corsair 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-memory-cmv8gx3m1a1600c11) | $94.98 @ Newegg Canada 

**Storage** | [Western Digital Caviar Green 1.5TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/western-digital-internal-hard-drive-wd15ears) | $148.62 @ Amazon Canada 

**Video Card** | [Asus GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Video Card](http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-video-card-gtx750tioc2gd5) | $152.50 @ Vuugo 

 | | **Total**

 | Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $607.92

 

screw the 1.5 tb hard drive and get 120 gb ssd http://www.amazon.com/PNY-120GB-6Gbps-2-5-Inch-SSD9SC120GMDF-RB/dp/B007WT9SU0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1410237238&sr=8-4&keywords=120+gb+ssd and 1 tb hdd http://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Barracuda-3-5-Inch-Internal-ST1000DM003/dp/B005T3GRNW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410237264&sr=8-1&keywords=1tb+hdd

[Vacsol]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor  ($69.95 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($31.92 @ DirectCanada)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($118.04 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: Kingston Black Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($79.99 @ Memory Express)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($57.99 @ Canada Computers)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB ACX Video Card  ($264.00 @ Canada Computers)
Total: $621.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-09 00:45 EDT-0400

[CK_WD]

Hi there Juked28,

 

don't worry that you're new to this, you can only get good advice and help here.

 

From what I understood this is a gaming build. I would agree with @Vacsol's first comment; it's better to get a 2x4 GB rather than 1x8 GB Memory; it would work a bit better. If I'm not mistaking, this MoBo has a crossfire option, which is good; later on you could decide to get a second GPU and crossfire the two video cards for higher performance. Otherwise, the GPU you've chosen is good.

 

If you're really that new to building PC's and how certain actions would affect the overall rig, I wouldn't advice you to start overclocking right away. You'd need firstly to read a lot about your CPU and cooler, how they work etc. and how to act and notice if something is not right.

 

Also, the hard drive you've chosen, the WD Green, is a secondary storage drive for archiving and backuping. It has IntelliPower and though it could work for gaming, there's a better choice. I'd recommend you the WD Black hard drive. It's designed exactly for gaming and more demanding applications. It's for maximum computer performance, with 7200 RPM and up to 4 TB of capacity.

 

If you'd like to check it out, here's a link:

 

http://wdc.com/en/products/products.aspx?id=760

 

Otherwise, about the SSD, it's good to have one (256 GB is usually normal, you'd have extra space if you need any) in order to have the OS and most programs there to boot from. Of course, it's not necessary, only if you decide to.

 

I hope I've helped!

Cheers!

 

CK_WD