Help w/ Components for Builds

[FlameSilver]

Hey Everyone,

 

I am the founder of a indie game development studio called "Elemental Tiger Studios"(https://www.facebook.com/eletigerstudios) and we are currently working on our first game, go to our page if you would like to know more about it. I'm thinking about starting a kick starter to help get my studio set up and I'd like your help for the PC components as I'm going to be building a system for each member of the team to help with productivity as they are all using low-mid range laptops.

 

I'm open to all opinions and don't fan boy over Nvidia or AMD. I need help with Computers for Digital Artists and for Music Production. I would also like to hear your ideas on accessories like Graphics Tablets and Software's and the such. I don't really have a budget, It would be helpful to have both top of the range and a lower budget to get an Idea of costs. I also plan to run 2-3 monitors on each computer. Any help will be very appreciated!

 

Thanks in advance!

[SAV1OUR]

budget? 

uses? 

please read before posting 

http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/

use the quote button if you want my help

[FlameSilver]

I updated the post. Thanks for that!

[Oarsomeness]

If money isn't a problem for you, you can get an extremely good computer for around $2000. AMD gives us great price to performance ratios while Intel gives us reliable and powerful components, with a high price tag. If it's for digital artists where they will be rendering and be using big programs, it would probably be good if you go for a CPU with a couple of cores. A budget CPU with 8 cores is the AMD FX-8350 which is around $200 and is 4.0Ghz. A better option is the Intel i7 4930k which has 6 cores but is hyperthreaded to have 12 cores. The i7 4930k is a good sweetspot in terms of price to performance.

I would recommend going with around 32GB of Ram or 64GB if you want.

I think for storage, you should go with SSHD which are a hybrid between an SSD and a HDD. It has performance that nearly rivals the SSD but has the capacity of a HDD. Go with a Seagate 4TB SSHD.

If you're using 3 monitors, you're better off going with a high end GPU because a low end GPU wont cut it and it will have extremely poor performance. I think maybe an AMD R9 290x or a EVGA GTX 780 Ti because those are great for rendering. If you have an even bigger budget, you could even go for a NVIDEA Quattro because those are designed for businesses and are great workstation cards.
Another post can correct me if I'm wrong
Good Luck!

You can also go to http://cpuboss.com/ to see comparisons of different CPUs and their specifications

[ZeferiniX]

Mind giving how many PC and your budget? We could suggest specifically and equally if those variables are given, else you'll just see various builds that will do the job but may or may not fit with your budget. Just give an estimate how much you're willing to spend.

[FlameSilver]

That's what I don't know is the budget and that's why I want various build suggestions with various prices to get an idea of what I'll need for budget

[FearMe]

You're probably looking at about $800 for a decent computer that you can probably play all current games on, anything above that is just higher fps/better performance in general.

Although if you're a game developer stuff like a mechanical keyboard and dual monitors would probably really help you out.

[Oarsomeness]

You should probably work out how much you want to spend because going and spending recklessly on just computers won't help a new company that's starting out. Look at your money and decide how much money your company can afford to spend. 

[ZeferiniX]

You should probably work out how much you want to spend because going and spending recklessly on just computers won't help a new company that's starting out. Look at your money and decide how much money your company can afford to spend. 

 

Precisely OP. This is what I'm trying to say rather than looking at various builds that can surely meet your devs' needs but won't fit the budget. You should know how much you'd want to spend for a kick start.

[FlameSilver]

OK, I would be looking at spending 1'000-1'500 for each computer, 2 digital artist computers, 1 music production computer

[ZeferiniX]

OK, I would be looking at spending 1'000-1'500 for each computer, 2 digital artist computers, 1 music production computer

Not including monitors right? (Just to make sure since you mentioned 2-3 monitors and I wonder if that's included in the budget)

[natelliot123]

can u mention the  programs u are gonna use??? cpu inteensive or gpu intensive

[ZeferiniX]

can u mention the  programs u are gonna use??? cpu inteensive or gpu intensive

 

Based on Post #10, 2 will be using CPU and GPU intensive since those are digital artists and 1 CPU Intensive for DAW of his music producer.

[Oarsomeness]

Based on Post #10, 2 will be using CPU and GPU intensive since those are digital artists and 1 CPU Intensive for DAW of his music producer.

Would all computers be the same? Because DAWs such as Logic Pro X isn't GPU intensive and you could save a couple of bucks

[ZeferiniX]

Would all computers be the same? Because DAWs such as Logic Pro X isn't GPU intensive and you could save a couple of bucks

 

That I do not know, let's wait for OPs reply. Unless the music producer is a gamer XDDDDDD

[FlameSilver]

That's not including monitors I already have my own and I will only need to bye 2 or 3 just as side monitors for the others

[Oarsomeness]

You should probably use the Fractal Design Define R4 case because it is silence optimised and should create a better working environment.
Are you planning on overclocking?

[FlameSilver]

I may boost the clocks as high as i can but i won't be over volting anything

[Oarsomeness]

Its your call in the end but if you were to go with a CPU cooler, I would recommend the Noctua NH-U14S.
It's a silent fan, it works great, reliable and it is cheap.

Take note of the bench marks.

[Oarsomeness]

For the power supply, go with the Corsair AX860i. It has a 80 plus Platinum efficiency and a 7 year warranty which is self explanatory.

[natelliot123]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor  ($384.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler  ($93.60 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus X99-A ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard  ($274.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($224.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($196.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($138.99 @ NCIX US)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($111.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G400s Wired Optical Mouse  ($44.99 @ Amazon)
Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Pro Headset  ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2945.43
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-28 10:07 EDT-0400

 

if want more cpu horsepower  get i7 5960x  if not much cpu intensive  get i7 4790k which will further lower cost as z97 mobos and ddr3 are cheaper

if not much gpu intensive remove 1 gtx 980

case is a steal for the prize

if u feel psu is overkill  get evga g2 750w or 850  they  all have 10 years warranty and nice reviews beware of g1 version ,if not planning to sli at all  get 550w or 600w psu

put hdds in raid 1 or 0 depends on ur preference

[Oarsomeness]

For the GPU, go with either a Quattro or a R9 290x. The R9 290X is both cheaper than the GTX Titan and GTX 780 but outperforms them both.
Note the benchmarks in this video.

A comparison between quattro and geforce

[Oarsomeness]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor  ($384.98 @ OutletPC)

CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler  ($93.60 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Asus X99-A ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard  ($274.98 @ SuperBiiz)

Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($224.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($196.97 @ OutletPC)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($79.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($138.99 @ NCIX US)

Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($111.99 @ Amazon)

Mouse: Logitech G400s Wired Optical Mouse  ($44.99 @ Amazon)

Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Pro Headset  ($79.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $2945.43

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-28 10:07 EDT-0400

 

if want more cpu horsepower  get i7 5960x  if not much cpu intensive  get i7 4790k which will further lower cost as z97 mobos and ddr3 are cheaper

if not much gpu intensive remove 1 gtx 980

case is a steal for the prize

if u feel psu is overkill  get evga g2 750w or 850  they  all have 10 years warranty and nice reviews beware of g1 version ,if not planning to sli at all  get 550w or 600w psu

put hdds in raid 1 or 0 depends on ur preference

I think that 2 GTX 980s are overkill. This is a new company thats starting out and cant afford to spend crazily off the bat

[ZeferiniX]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor  ($384.98 @ OutletPC)

CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler  ($93.60 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: Asus X99-A ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard  ($274.98 @ SuperBiiz)

Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($224.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($196.97 @ OutletPC)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($106.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($549.99 @ Amazon)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($79.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($138.99 @ NCIX US)

Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($111.99 @ Amazon)

Mouse: Logitech G400s Wired Optical Mouse  ($44.99 @ Amazon)

Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Pro Headset  ($79.99 @ Amazon)

Total: $2945.43

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-28 10:07 EDT-0400

 

if want more cpu horsepower  get i7 5960x  if not much cpu intensive  get i7 4790k which will further lower cost as z97 mobos and ddr3 are cheaper

if not much gpu intensive remove 1 gtx 980

case is a steal for the prize

if u feel psu is overkill  get evga g2 750w or 850  they  all have 10 years warranty and nice reviews beware of g1 version ,if not planning to sli at all  get 550w or 600w psu

put hdds in raid 1 or 0 depends on ur preference

 

wtf build, read the budget and that's overkill lol

[Oarsomeness]

Is the music composition computer used solely for music creation?