Red Dragon Build

[Aapro]

Hello everyone, i was planning to build a new tower with a budget of $3,000 AUD, this will inlcude keyboard, mouse and monitors. I have chosen the following components and i would like to get the biggest bang for buck, any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. As for the name red dragon i wish to install red led's ect.

 

Intel Core i5 6600K Quad Core LGA 1151 3.5GHz Unlocked CPU Processor - $358 ($368 instore)

 

Gigabyte GA-Z170X-UD3 LGA 1151 ATX Motherboard - $285 ($295 instore)

 

MSI GeForce GTX 980 Gaming 4GB Video Card - $749 ($759 instore)

 

2x Western Digital Black WD1003FZEX 1 TB 6 Gb/s / 3.5-inch / SATA /7200 RPM / 64 MB - $105 ($115 instore)

 

Corsair 16GB (2x8GB) CMK16GX4M2A2133C13 DDR4 2133MHz Vengeance LPX DIMM Black - $169 ($179)

 

Samsung 250GB SSD 850 EVO - $135 ($145 instore)

 

Noctua NH-D15 Multi Socket PWM CPU Cooler - $115 ($125 instore)

 

Corsair 850CXM 850W ATX Power Modular Supply, 80 PLUS Bronze Certified - $165 ($175)

 

Asus DRW-24D3ST OEM SATA 24X DVD-RW Black - $18 ($28 instore)

 

Corsair Carbide 300R Black Mid-Tower Gaming Case with Side Window - $115 ($125 instore)

 

Steel Series 62271(MSRIVAL) Rival Optical Pro Gaming Mouse - $69 ($79 instore)

 

Razer Blackwidow 2013 Expert Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - $108.15 ($118.15 instore)

 

2x BenQ GW2470H 24 inch Full HD WS MS LED Monitor - $169 ($179 instore)

 

 

TOTAL ONLINE: $2,834.15

 

TOTAL INSTORE: $2,984.15

 

 

[Kirky2k15]

Wouldn't 1x 2TB HDD be cheaper?

[Castdeath97]

The CX850M isn't great get a 650W EVGA G2/GS or Seasonic S12

[Xenift]

http://www.pcpartpicker.com

 

Your best friend for helping you build an $3000 AUD computer.

 

Also i see alot of problems with the current build plan you have.

 

What are you planning the use the PC for? If gaming, then what type of games.

[stconquest]

Comparative build:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($69.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($299.00 @ CPL Online)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($185.00 @ CPL Online)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($242.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 390X 8GB PCS+ Video Card  ($599.00 @ CPL Online)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Power Supply: XFX PRO Black Edition 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($179.00 @ CPL Online)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($149.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Total: $2843.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-04 21:51 AEDT+1100

[Aapro]

@Kirky2k15 i want 2x 1tb HDD so i can run them in raid 0.

 

@Xenift i plan on using this rig for gaming, i mostly play RPG's skyrim, fallout series, GTA ect.

 

@starcoaster I'm not really a fan of AMD but i'd be willing to use an AMD card if that means i can gain more fps.

 

Please keep in mind i wish to upgrade this pc in the future.

[Aapro]

@stconquest Dam that blows my build out of the water i'm more that likely going to go for that build instead

[stconquest]

@stconquest Dam that blows my build out of the water i'm more that likely going to go for that build instead

 

In reality, the performance of the builds is quite similar.  I opted for more SSD space, higher RAM speed, nice looking displays (IPS/60Hz), a good power supply, a better case, and a red/black theme with white/grey accents.

[The_Sandman]

How about this one? It stays in your budget but i added a 980ti and an SSD (reduced the HDD capacity to 1TB)

 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! PURE ROCK 51.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($45.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($249.00 @ Centre Com)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($150.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ Umart)
Case: Corsair Carbide Series 300R Windowed ATX Mid Tower Case  ($118.00 @ CPL Online)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($159.00 @ IJK)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)
Monitor: BenQ GL2460HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: BenQ GL2460HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Keyboard: Razer BlackWidow 2013 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($114.00 @ CPL Online)
Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Total: $2957.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-04 22:12 AEDT+1100

[stconquest]

@Aapro

 

You can save a bit if you go just black and a non-crossfire ready setup:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! PURE ROCK 51.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($45.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($185.00 @ IJK)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory  ($189.00 @ Umart)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($242.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 390X 8GB PCS+ Video Card  ($599.00 @ CPL Online)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($119.00 @ Umart)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($149.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Total: $2649.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-04 22:17 AEDT+1100

[Aapro]

I don't mind spending up to $3,000 i just want to build the best pc i can, all 3 builds already are an improvement imo

[stconquest]

I don't mind spending up to $3,000 i just want to build the best pc i can, all 3 builds already are an improvement imo

In that case:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)

CPU Cooler: be quiet! PURE ROCK 51.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($45.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($185.00 @ IJK)

Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($149.00 @ CPL Online)

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)

Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ CPL Online)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($119.00 @ Umart)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($149.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)

Total: $2968.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-04 22:29 AEDT+1100

 

[The_Sandman]

In that case:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)

CPU Cooler: be quiet! PURE ROCK 51.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($45.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($185.00 @ IJK)

Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($149.00 @ CPL Online)

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)

Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ CPL Online)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($119.00 @ Umart)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($149.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)

Total: $2968.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-04 22:29 AEDT+1100

 

 

 

You picked pretty much the same parts as I did. I'm pretty new to PC-Building but i'm happy to see that a more experienced guy like you kind of agrees with my build

 

But I have one question:

 

The Motherboard you picked does not support SLI, wouldn't it be better for him to go with the Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard (which supports crossfire and SLI) if he wants to have a upgradable build?

[stconquest]

You picked pretty much the same parts as I did. I'm pretty new to PC-Building but i'm happy to see that a more experienced guy like you kind of agrees with my build

 

But I have one question:

 

The Motherboard you picked does not support SLI, wouldn't it be better for him to go with the Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard (which supports crossfire and SLI) if he wants to have a upgradable build?

 

You are correct.  The PSU (HCG 620) won't support dual 980Tis either.

 

I only squeezed in the 980Ti because it was possible at $3000 AUS, not in an ideal way either.  If I change any part of the build purposefully, I go over $3000.

 

I would seriously recommend the 390X route as it allows a better all around system (can even pop in an i7 to get the boost from HT, if you render content, etc...).  If in two years you need more power for games, you just pick up another 390X (hopefully really cheap) and you game for a year or two longer.

 

Your build is good.  The 750W might not be enough for two 980Tis, not when that boost clock comes into play and definitely not if one is pushing a high clock.  The panels on those displays is a TN.  Personally I don't mind TNs, but that is because that is what I have.  IPS is becoming a standard for PC monitors.

[Starelementpoke]

You are correct.  The PSU (HCG 620) won't support dual 980Tis either.

 

I only squeezed in the 980Ti because it was possible at $3000 AUS, not in an ideal way either.  If I change any part of the build purposefully, I go over $3000.

 

I would seriously recommend the 390X route as it allows a better all around system (can even pop in an i7 to get the boost from HT, if you render content, etc...).  If in two years you need more power for games, you just pick up another 390X (hopefully really cheap) and you game for a year or two longer.

 

Your build is good.  The 750W might not be enough for two 980Tis, not when that boost clock comes into play and definitely not if one is pushing a high clock.  The panels on those displays is a TN.  Personally I don't mind TNs, but that is because that is what I have.  IPS is becoming a standard for PC monitors.

What he said.

[Andrew Storlie]

@Kirky2k15 i want 2x 1tb HDD so i can run them in raid 0.

 

@Xenift i plan on using this rig for gaming, i mostly play RPG's skyrim, fallout series, GTA ect.

 

@starcoaster I'm not really a fan of AMD but i'd be willing to use an AMD card if that means i can gain more fps.

 

Please keep in mind i wish to upgrade this pc in the future.

Dont run them in raid 0, just get a 500gb ssd and a single 2tb hdd... hdd is for mass storage, raiding them is pointless and can corrupt your data

[Guest]

This Motherboard is perfect for a Red Dragon theme.

 

 

http://au.pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z170agamingm5

[The_Sandman]

You are correct.  The PSU (HCG 620) won't support dual 980Tis either.

 

I only squeezed in the 980Ti because it was possible at $3000 AUS, not in an ideal way either.  If I change any part of the build purposefully, I go over $3000.

 

I would seriously recommend the 390X route as it allows a better all around system (can even pop in an i7 to get the boost from HT, if you render content, etc...).  If in two years you need more power for games, you just pick up another 390X (hopefully really cheap) and you game for a year or two longer.

 

Your build is good.  The 750W might not be enough for two 980Tis, not when that boost clock comes into play and definitely not if one is pushing a high clock.  The panels on those displays is a TN.  Personally I don't mind TNs, but that is because that is what I have.  IPS is becoming a standard for PC monitors.

 

 

Thank you for the compliment And yes you're right the 750W might not be enough for two 980Tis.

 

 

@Aapro

 

I changed a few details like the PSU and the Monitors (the IPS ones stconquest picked for you). So IF you want to go for the 980Ti with the possibility of running SLI with another 980Ti in the future, it would go a little over your budget. But I thought maybe you are willing (and able) to spend a little more if you want an Nvidia Card

 

If you want to stay in your budget I would follow the advice of stconquest and go with the 390X.

 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)

CPU Cooler: be quiet! PURE ROCK 51.4 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($45.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($249.00 @ Centre Com)

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($150.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($72.00 @ IJK)

Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ Umart)

Case: Corsair Carbide Series 300R Windowed ATX Mid Tower Case  ($118.00 @ CPL Online)

Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($295.00 @ CPL Online)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24D3ST DVD/CD Writer  ($18.00 @ CPL Online)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)  ($141.00 @ IJK)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Keyboard: Razer BlackWidow 2013 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($114.00 @ CPL Online)

Mouse: SteelSeries Rival Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ Mwave Australia)

Total: $3294.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-05 01:00 AEDT+1100

 

 

Edit: I forgot to add Windows 10

[UselessWolf]

i would go with a 512 gb or 500 gb ssd for os and frequently played games and a 6tb hdd wd green for ex. for videos and stuff i would go for a 500watt psu we all wish for the dual grafics card madness but truth is you go on a new card instead of the same again.

 

you can optain the amd 290x relativly cheap at ebay at least in my country and play gta on max and in a year you can go for the new geforce

 

what you think about that memory it got a good rating at techpowerup

G.Skill Trident Z DIMM Kit 16GB, DDR4-3200, CL16-18-18-38 (F4-3200C16D-16GTZB)

one of my collegues have broght me in the world of mechanical keyboards afaik everyone needs now a "gaming" keyboard antighosting is a nice thing...

he is a big fanboy of ducky keyboards https://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=33053&cPath=257 for example

 

i hope that aud means australian dollar i just searched for a shop there maybe you like them they are in different models so you can choose that one is issnt that big of  a leap to your pricepoint

 

thats all from me hope i could help a bit

[Aapro]

You are correct.  The PSU (HCG 620) won't support dual 980Tis either.

 

I only squeezed in the 980Ti because it was possible at $3000 AUS, not in an ideal way either.  If I change any part of the build purposefully, I go over $3000.

 

I would seriously recommend the 390X route as it allows a better all around system (can even pop in an i7 to get the boost from HT, if you render content, etc...).  If in two years you need more power for games, you just pick up another 390X (hopefully really cheap) and you game for a year or two longer.

 

Your build is good.  The 750W might not be enough for two 980Tis, not when that boost clock comes into play and definitely not if one is pushing a high clock.  The panels on those displays is a TN.  Personally I don't mind TNs, but that is because that is what I have.  IPS is becoming a standard for PC monitors.

I plan to build the the tower you suggested, i am aware that current psu cannot run sli gtx 980Ti however in the not so distant future i plan on upgrading the motherboard, psu and adding another gtx 980Ti so i'm not worried about any of that.

[stconquest]

I plan to build the the tower you suggested, i am aware that current psu cannot run sli gtx 980Ti however in the not so distant future i plan on upgrading the motherboard, psu and adding another gtx 980Ti so i'm not worried about any of that.

 

Hold on, let me try and get the cost down... 1 sec.

 

I don't recommend this  (I will give you my reasons below), but I got the cost down while keeping the SLI-ready system:

 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($69.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($249.00 @ Centre Com)

Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($139.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)

Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ Umart)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($199.00 @ Umart)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Monitor: Asus VX239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  ($229.00 @ CPL Online)

Keyboard: Ducky DK9008 Shine 3 Red LED Backlit (Brown Cherry MX) Wired Standard Keyboard  ($129.00 @ CPL Online)

Mouse: Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ PLE Computers)

Total: $3016.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-05 15:52 AEDT+1100

 

 

 

I do recommend this:

 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($355.00 @ Centre Com)

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($69.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($249.00 @ Centre Com)

Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($139.00 @ IJK)

Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($131.00 @ IJK)

Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB Video Card  ($1069.00 @ Umart)

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($139.00 @ PCCaseGear)

Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($199.00 @ Umart)

Monitor: Acer CB270HU 60Hz 27.0" Monitor  ($489.00 @ Scorptec)

Keyboard: Ducky DK9008 Shine 3 Red LED Backlit (Brown Cherry MX) Wired Standard Keyboard  ($129.00 @ CPL Online)

Mouse: Logitech G303 Daedalus Apex Wired Optical Mouse  ($79.00 @ PLE Computers)

Total: $3047.00

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-05 15:45 AEDT+1100

 

 

I left out a storage drive the builds to keep the cost down.  It can be easily added later.

 

I recommend the second because of your decision to go with a 980Ti with the intent of adding a second one.  At 1080p, and dual 980Ti setup is sort of a waste.  That is too much power for that display.  So the second builds has a single 2560x1440 IPS display (27") running at 60Hz.  This is to take advantage of the 980Ti's power, especially when you pop in a second one.  For a second monitor, use anything you might already have or buy a cheap one later on.

 

Ducky keyboards are really good quality boards.  You lose a few buttons that the K70 has (like the volume roller), but you can always switch it back.  Functionally, there is no real benefit by spending more on the K70... but keyboards are a personal choice a lot of the time. 

 

The mouse I picked has a good optical sensor, is light weight for twitch FPS gaming, and is RGB customizable.  I had a hard time finding a good red/black mouse.  This one works.

 

Question:  What about windows?

[g4m3cr34tor]

PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF EVERYTHING ON THIS EARTH DO NOT GO CORSAIR CX UNLESS IT IS A CHEAPO BUILD PLEEAASSSEEEEE