Problem With Build Planning

[Evhon]

Hi guys!

 

So basically I am planning a new build, but I'm struggling with finding the right parts. Gonna try make this as understandable as possible, hopefully.

 

So originally I was gonna go with a Corsair 350D with a G1. Sniper M5 and a GTX 780 (green, black and silver theme),

which I think would look cool if I built it, but lately I've been interested in the new Carbide Air 540, also from Corsair,

mainly because of the bigger size, expandability (with better support for the watercooling I may be doing) and special looks it offers.

 

I don't really need an m-atx case as I have lots of room for a case,

BUT the main disadvantage of the Air 540 is that it's hard to stick with the same color scheme (which I really want) whilst still keeping it affordable,

 and it might also look a bit underpowered/off if I had an m-atx case, and/or if I just had the single card in there.

 

I've considered multiple options like going with an Asus Sabertooth Z87, doing another color scheme, or buying a more normal case like the Switch 810,

the problem is that those options don't really "support" the look I wanna go for (unique, green/black/silver).

So if you guys have any input as to what case/motherboard/graphics card(s), I would be very happy!

 

Thanks in advance!

[calebp123]

I like the color scheme and I think the define r4 would fit in that kinda color scheme. You could always go with a small case like the prodigy and just kinda have something compact since you are using an m5.

[WoodenMarker]

I much prefer mATX, Much more efficient use of space if your only using one card which I personally really appreciate as I'm a fan of small builds. I really don't see much point in full size ATX builds if you aren't going xfire/SLI.

 

A 350d Also has plenty of watercooling room with the option of mounting a 240 in front and a 240/280 up top

Also, matx supports sli/crossfire just fine.

[Evhon]

Wow guys, that was fast! :D

Didn't expect people to be so in favor of one thing lol

 

If I go with the 350D build though, do you have any ideas as to where to mount res/pump when I eventually hopefully get to do some water cooling?