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Plis9
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Well, I have had a little help. Done a little research and I have started to save up money for my first build. I really on want to spend about $1500-$1600. I already own a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and a headset. So I need y'all to help me. Tell me if I am overpaying for items that I can get same or close to the same performance out of cheaper items. Or if I can get a better build for less. Here's what I have.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/YY8J23

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I'm pretty sure you are overpaying, but let me just make sure:

  1. What's the goal of the build?
  2. What's the resolution of the monitor?
  3. Do you have preference for any particular build color?

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Looks good.

Although I would ditch the i7 for an i5 4690k if you're just gaming. Won't even notice a difference.

Also a better PSU (maybe, Corsair RM750/650?) would be another recommendation. Never skimp on a power supply, it could destroy your build and your week ^_^

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I would get the corsair H100i GTX http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Performance-Liquid-Cooler-CW-9060021-WW/dp/B00SV7IEJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425069857&sr=8-1&keywords=H100i+GTX

and i would get the Asus maximus VII hero http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132125R&cm_re=asus_z97_hero-_-13-132-125R-_-Product 

to go with the rest of your components

or an MSI Gameing 7 or 5 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130768&cm_re=msi_gaming_9-_-13-130-768-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130770&cm_re=msi_gaming_9-_-13-130-770-_-Product

 

also depending on your use you could get away with an i5 4690k

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Hello! i would buy this 

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/B9QDXL

toughs specs are completely different 

air vs. water

i5 vs. i7 

budget MB Vs High end MB

expensive PSU vs in expensive PSU 

1TB HDD vs 3TB HDD

120GB SSD vs. 250 GB ssd 

8GB vs 16GB DDR3

 

I like the original post better for $200 more you get a much better system 

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toughs specs are completely different 

air vs. water

i5 vs. i7 

budget MB Vs High end MB

expensive PSU vs in expensive PSU 

1TB HDD vs 3TB HDD

120GB SSD vs. 250 GB ssd 

8GB vs 16GB DDR3

 

I like the original post better for $200 more you get a much better system 

Mhm i guess. ;)

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Well, I have had a little help. Done a little research and I have started to save up money for my first build. I really on want to spend about $1500-$1600. I already own a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and a headset. So I need y'all to help me. Tell me if I am overpaying for items that I can get same or close to the same performance out of cheaper items. Or if I can get a better build for less. Here's what I have.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/YY8J23

 

The 850 EVO is less expensive and newer tech, Samsung MZ-75E250B/AM.

 

XFX P1-550B-BEFX is a better and less expensive psu.

 

PNY XLR8 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory is less expensive and has better timings.

 

If a quiet build is the goal you might consider going with an air tower cpu cooler. The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO is inexpensive. The Noctua NH-U12S is more expensive but also more efficient.

80+ ratings certify electrical efficiency. Not quality.

 

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I am doing it for gaming. And I really don't care about the theme or color. So if that helps I'll definitely check everything out. And thanks for such quick responses!!!!

Okay! As strong as it can go. It has a dark blue theme... because I like it.

 

 
CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($322.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Motherboard: MSI Z97S SLI Plus ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($119.89 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Team Dark 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($56.99 @ Newegg) 
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($329.00 @ NCIX US) 
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card (2-Way SLI)  ($329.00 @ NCIX US) 
Case: NZXT Source 220 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.98 @ Newegg) 
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($19.79 @ OutletPC) 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)  ($93.99 @ NCIX US) 
Total: $1602.59
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-27 17:02 EST-0500

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That's awesome! You think I should get another ram stick or will it be fine with just the one?

Only if you want to do some a lot of video rendering. Otherwise, 8gbs will be perfect.

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That's awesome! You think I should get another ram stick or will it be fine with just the one?

 

I would. A 2x4GB kit will run dual channel. It will not make much of a difference gaming but will provide anywhere from 5% - 15% performance improvement in other activities. Generally the cost is very close to that of the same capacity in a single stick.

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I would. A 2x4GB kit will run dual channel. It will not make much of a difference gaming but will provide anywhere from 5% - 15% performance improvement in other activities. Generally the cost is very close to that of the same capacity in a single stick.

Yup, 15% difference... in benchmarks. 1% or less in ACTUAL usage.

 

http://www.gamersnexus.net/guides/1349-ram-how-dual-channel-works-vs-single-channel/Page-3

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Liquid coolers. Can I just put water in them? Or do I have to purchase a certain coolant liquid?

Uh... for AIO liquid coolers, you won't ever need to put any liquid, so you shouldn't worry with that.

 

For custom loops, no, you have to use a special fluid.

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Ok thanks a lot! You really helped! And should I but parts 1 by 1 or all at once.?

It depends. If you can afford all at once, then go for it! But if you can't, or would like to split it within 2 months, you can buy parts that you'll be able to use with your current PC.

 

For example, the CPU cooler. As well as 1 of the GPUs (only buy the second one later). And maybe the PSU. You can make use of those right away.

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