First Gaming rig

[Piker117]

1. Budget & Location

Budget is 1,100 USD and I'm located in Alaska

 

2. Aim

Gaming; ARMA III, Total War, other RTS games; some streaming

 

3. Monitors

2 monitor set up, I would like to upgrade one to a newer monitor but not if it affects the gaming quality

 

4. Peripherals

None needed, I already have everything.

 

5. Why are you upgrading?

My 6 year old computer just died so I'm looking for a new one.

 

[TheRandomness]

Do you already have said monitors? Do you need the OS and would you like a specific colour scheme and case size?

[Piker117]

Yes I have the two monitors, but if I can get a new one without affecting the quality of the build to much I would like to. I have the OS already and size and color scheme are not important

[TheRandomness]

1 minute ago, Piker117 said:

Yes I have the two monitors, but if I can get a new one without affecting the quality of the build to much I would like to. I have the OS already and size and color scheme are not important

Please quote people if you want them to notice. Sorry it took me a while, I'm on my phone

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($174.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: Asus H97M-PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($99.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($38.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.49 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 Nano 4GB Video Card  ($479.99 @ Newegg) 
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($99.99 @ NCIX US) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ NCIX US) 
Total: $1098.22
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-16 19:17 EST-0500

[Magikarpdrowned]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($254.95 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.44 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-K ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($138.49 @ Amazon)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($53.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($69.99 @ NZXT)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VX238H 23.0" Monitor  ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1161.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-16 19:17 EST-0500

 

If you can live with your two monitors than this build could be under your budget.

[zlolslavez]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($224.95 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.44 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($129.99 @ Newegg) 
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($30.99 @ Adorama) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.49 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($49.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ Directron) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($72.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1020.71
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-16 19:18 EST-0500

 

I kinda rushed this but other posts are going to be very similar. All I have to say is PLEASE get a R9 390 over a GTX 970.

After shipping and merchant changing, it'll probably end up closer to $1,100.

[Magikarpdrowned]

1 minute ago, zlolslavez said:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($224.95 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($29.44 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($129.99 @ Newegg) 
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($30.99 @ Adorama) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.49 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($49.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ Directron) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($72.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1020.71
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-16 19:18 EST-0500

 

I kinda rushed this but other posts are going to be very similar. All I have to say is PLEASE get a R9 390 over a GTX 970.

After shipping and merchant changing, it'll probably end up closer to $1,100.

I would say that the 6600k would be a better processor for gaming and streaming simultaneously.

[TheRandomness]

And I'm the only one to fit an R9 Nano. Ok. @Piker117 here's a list with a nice monitor to boot:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($174.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: Asus H97M-PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($99.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($38.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.49 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card  ($303.98 @ Newegg) 
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($99.99 @ NCIX US) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Acer R240HY bidx 60Hz 23.8" Monitor  ($131.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1054.20
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-16 19:21 EST-0500

[gmaesplayer]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/6xFyvK

[zlolslavez]

1 minute ago, Magikarpdrowned said:

I would say that the 6600k would be a better processor for gaming and streaming simultaneously.

A 6600k would probably be better than a 4690k, but in my opinion it doesn't fit $1,100 with the still higher prices of Skylake compared to Haswell.

 

Also with rumors of Haswell-E you might even be better off waiting.

[Magikarpdrowned]

Just now, zlolslavez said:

A 6600k would probably be better than a 4690k, but in my opinion it doesn't fit $1,100 with the still higher prices of Skylake compared to Haswell.

 

Also with rumors of Haswell-E you might even be better off waiting.

he did also mention that he has two monitors already, so getting a better CPU and living with your old monitors may make more sense.

[Magikarpdrowned]

2 minutes ago, gmaesplayer said:

https://pcpartpicker.com/parts/partlist/

 

This exact build was already suggested in post 5 (my first build suggestion)

 

[zlolslavez]

Just now, Magikarpdrowned said:

he did also mention that he has two monitors already, so getting a better CPU and living with your old monitors may make more sense.

Our builds are practically the same outside CPU, his just costs more.

If you have the money definitely pick up a 6600k, but I have no idea how strict the OP's budget is.

[zlolslavez]

Just now, Magikarpdrowned said:

This exact build was already suggested in post 5 (my first build suggestion)

 

I think you clicked the non-perma link and then looked at your build :P.

[Piker117]

Just now, zlolslavez said:

Our builds are practically the same outside CPU, his just costs more.

If you have the money definitely pick up a 6600k, but I have no idea how strict the OP's budget is.

My budget is pretty strict but I can wait a few more months to pick up a new monitor if need be.

[Magikarpdrowned]

2 minutes ago, Piker117 said:

My budget is pretty strict but I can wait a few more months to pick up a new monitor if need be.

Ok. If you are OK with your old monitors, spring for the 6600k and OC it. If you really want the new monitor, the 4690k would work decently. Just know that if you want to upgrade the CPU in the future, you will most likely need a new MOBO with the correct socket type.

Edited February 17, 2016 by Magikarpdrowned
forgot that

[zlolslavez]

1 minute ago, Piker117 said:

My budget is pretty strict but I can wait a few more months to pick up a new monitor if need be.

If you have a strict budget and still want Skylake you can pickup a i5-6500, which is only $200.

I personally don't think you need a 6600k, as both will max most games anyway, but it will help you for sure if you do stuff like streaming. (I didn't see anything about that in the original post but if things like that are done, then a 6600k will definitely be beneficial)

[Magikarpdrowned]

4 minutes ago, zlolslavez said:

If you have a strict budget and still want Skylake you can pickup a i5-6500, which is only $200.

I personally don't think you need a 6600k, as both will max most games anyway, but it will help you for sure if you do stuff like streaming. (I didn't see anything about that in the original post but if things like that are done, then a 6600k will definitely be beneficial)

 

29 minutes ago, Piker117 said:

2. Aim

 

Gaming; ARMA III, Total War, other RTS games; some streaming

 

I agree. If you cant fit the 6600k, I would go the 6500 route. I believe they sit in the same socket aswell (don't quote me on that) so upgrading to a better i5 or even i7 should be no problem, as long as you get a good, OC enabled board.

[zlolslavez]

Just now, Magikarpdrowned said:

 

I agree. If you cant fit the 6600k, I would go the 6500 route. I believe they sit in the same socket aswell (don't quote me on that) so upgrading to a better i5 or even i7 should be no problem, as long as you get a good, OC enabled board.

6500 is same socket (LGA1151), but doesn't natively support OC. You probably can OC it, but with news that Intel is disabling OC for non K series processors may disagree with that.

[Piker117]

2 minutes ago, Magikarpdrowned said:

 

I agree. If you cant fit the 6600k, I would go the 6500 route. I believe they sit in the same socket aswell (don't quote me on that) so upgrading to a better i5 or even i7 should be no problem, as long as you get a good, OC enabled board.

 

6 minutes ago, zlolslavez said:

If you have a strict budget and still want Skylake you can pickup a i5-6500, which is only $200.

I personally don't think you need a 6600k, as both will max most games anyway, but it will help you for sure if you do stuff like streaming. (I didn't see anything about that in the original post but if things like that are done, then a 6600k will definitely be beneficial)

Thanks for the help. Should be ordering the parts tomorrow morning

[Magikarpdrowned]

1 minute ago, Piker117 said:

 

Thanks for the help. Should be ordering the parts tomorrow morning

Great! Can you gives a list of what you are going to order to help make sure you have everything right?

2 minutes ago, zlolslavez said:

6500 is same socket (LGA1151), but doesn't natively support OC. You probably can OC it, but with news that Intel is disabling OC for non K series processors may disagree with that.

I meant get a board with OC support so that when he upgrades to say, a 6700k, he can OC that.

[Piker117]

1 minute ago, Magikarpdrowned said:

Great! Can you gives a list of what you are going to order to help make sure you have everything right?

I meant get a board with OC support so that when he upgrades to say, a 6700k, he can OC that.

Yes, I will post it here in a few minutes. Just going over my options at the moment

[Piker117]

8 minutes ago, Magikarpdrowned said:

Great! Can you gives a list of what you are going to order to help make sure you have everything right?

I meant get a board with OC support so that when he upgrades to say, a 6700k, he can OC that.

Here you go. I swapped to a SSD boot drive as the HDD in my old computer is still working ill continue to use that for the time being.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/VFG6TW

[Magikarpdrowned]

3 minutes ago, Piker117 said:

Here you go. I swapped to a SSD boot drive as the HDD in my old computer is still working ill continue to use that for the time being.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/VFG6TW

I'm digging it. I like the decision to get a boot SSD, I think you'll like the read/write speeds a lot. Do us a favor and let us know when you have built it, and if you are satisfied. I love to know if we actually helped!

[Piker117]

2 minutes ago, Magikarpdrowned said:

I'm digging it. I like the decision to get a boot SSD, I think you'll like the read/write speeds a lot. Do us a favor and let us know when you have built it, and if you are satisfied. I love to know if we actually helped!

Will do.