Build Challenge $900

[RidgeHF]

Hello,

 

I'm trying to figure out if it's possible to build a full build; desktop, monitor, and gaming keyboard for $900 USD that is equal to or performs better than the Asus Rog G752 found here. If possible try to include a G-sync/Free-sync monitor as the laptop as G-sync support built in, also try to match the other specs of the G752 if possible, (16GB Ram, 1TB HDD, 128GB SSD, etc.)

 

The desktop will be used for gaming and streaming, Nivida is preferred, however I know it can get a bit pricey. So I'd like to see some AMD build as well if the budget can't contain Nivida.

 

Thank you for your time!

 

-Ridge

[don_svetlio]

A simple R9 380 is about 10-15% faster than the 970M
A free-sync panel is not really needed if you have a 380 since you will get 60 fps pretty consistently
A simple i5 4690 performs the same as a 6700HQ since the Skylake chip has lower clocks
SSD is easy
16GB of RAM is pointless or can simply be upgraded.

Give me a min

[don_svetlio]

Easy - Freesync included - it's even 144Hz
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($169.09 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI H81M-P33 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($42.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk SSD PLUS 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($44.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 380 4GB NITRO Dual-X OC Video Card  ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake VL80001W2Z ATX Mid Tower Case  ($22.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($52.98 @ Newegg)
Monitor: AOC G2460PF 144Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $897.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-12 03:27 EST-0500

[RidgeHF]

A simple R9 380 is about 10-15% faster than the 970M

A free-sync panel is not really needed if you have a 380 since you will get 60 fps pretty consistently

A simple i5 4690 performs the same as a 6700HQ since the Skylake chip has lower clocks

SSD is easy

16GB of RAM is pointless or can simply be upgraded.

Give me a min

I would like to build to have similar performance whilst also having similar features. Upgrading isn't an option at the time nor is going above the set $900 budget.

[don_svetlio]

I would like to build to have similar performance whilst also having similar features. Upgrading isn't an option at the time nor is going above the set $900 budget.

Look above - 10% faster for the same price. Even 144Hz

[RidgeHF]

Look above - 10% faster for the same price. Even 144Hz

http://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare.php?cmp[]=2586&cmp[]=2230

 

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[don_svetlio]

http://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare.php?cmp[]=2586&cmp[]=2230

 

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Passmark is not going to accurately portray games.

http://cpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-Core-i7-6700HQ-vs-Intel-Core-i5-4440/m34954vs1993

If using all 4 hyper threads (which games do NOT) then you get 15% more from the Skylake chip. If using 4 cores (like games do) you get more from the i5.

[RidgeHF]

Passmark is not going to accurately portray games.

http://cpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-Core-i7-6700HQ-vs-Intel-Core-i5-4440/m34954vs1993

If using all 4 hyper threads (which games do NOT) then you get 15% more from the Skylake chip. If using 4 cores (like games do) you get more from the i5.

Yes, the extra power from hyper threads would be needed for steaming however, unless it wouldn't cause that much of a performance hit to the i5?

[RidgeHF]

Regardless I'm still interested in seeing a Nivida themed build if even possible. You also forgot a keyboard in the build btw

[don_svetlio]

Yes, the extra power from hyper threads would be needed for steaming however, unless it wouldn't cause that much of a performance hit to the i5?

An i5 is more than enough for streaming - so long as your internet is good you will have 0 issues. Games rely more on a beefy GPU, not CPU. The R9 380 is 15% faster than a 960 (desktop) and a 960 and 970m are pretty much tied usually with the 970m being ever so slightly ahead or behind. Not to mention a desktop has superior cooling potential.

[don_svetlio]

Regardless I'm still interested in seeing a Nivida themed build if even possible. You also forgot a keyboard in the build btw

Keyboard is easy - get one you like for 20-30$ and call it a day.

For Nvidia - the only option is the 960 and that's 15% slower than a 380 average.

[don_svetlio]

Btw - small word of advise - Nvidia's mobile drivers are crap - ask @D2ultima

[D2ultima]

Btw - small word of advise - Nvidia's mobile drivers are crap - ask @D2ultima

Desktop drivers aren't much better.

[CJ Chua]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($172.89 @ OutletPC) 

Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($61.98 @ Newegg) 

Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($38.99 @ Newegg) 

Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($44.89 @ OutletPC) 

Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 380 4GB Video Card  ($219.99 @ Amazon) 

Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case  ($47.99 @ Micro Center) 

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.98 @ Mac Mall) 

Monitor: Asus VX228H 60Hz 21.5" Monitor  ($139.99 @ Best Buy) 

Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($29.99 @ Amazon) 

Total: $836.69

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-12 07:35 EST-0500

[D2ultima]

Guys, I know you're trying to be helpful and all, but if he wants to do livestreaming, you're not going to match the 6700HQ without an unlocked i5, or an entry level i7/Xeon like the 1231 v3

[RidgeHF]

Guys, I know you're trying to be helpful and all, but if he wants to do livestreaming, you're not going to match the 6700HQ without an unlocked i5, or an entry level i7/Xeon like the 1231 v3

So that is true then? The i5 wouldn't be able to hold up to the i7 6700HQ during gaming and streaming?

[D2ultima]

So that is true then? The i5 wouldn't be able to hold up to the i7 6700HQ during gaming and streaming?

Correct. You'd need an i5 from haswell near 3.9GHz or so to match a 6700HQ in streaming.

[brob]

Buy the notebook. One simply cannot match the specs DIY. Several reasons. Standalone g-sync monitors are too expensive. Laptop includes Windows 10 license; dual band ac WiFi; Bluetooth; sd/mmc card reader; camera; and microphone.