First PC Build $2k USD Budget

[Waynezz123]

I enjoy using computers and have been pretty interested in computer hardware for a while, so I figured I would mock up a build and once I was satisfied with it, actually build it. Im realizing now that researching myself isn't fool-proof, thats why Im here, obviously. You can see the build here:

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/RxY4sJ

I plan on using it for gaming mostly, but it will also be used for moderate recording and editing. Any input is appreciated

[Guest]

2 minutes ago, Waynezz123 said:

I enjoy using computers and have been pretty interested in computer hardware for a while, so I figured I would mock up a build and once I was satisfied with it, actually build it. Im realizing now that researching myself isn't fool-proof, thats why Im here, obviously. You can see the build here:

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/RxY4sJ

I plan on using it for gaming mostly, but it will also be used for moderate recording and editing. Any input is appreciated

nooo don't get i7 6700k and a 1060 that's just so wrong

 

switch to i5 6600k and upgrade to 1070 instead

[Streetguru]

12 minutes ago, Waynezz123 said:

 

Something like is better for the money, the K part isn't really worth it IMO, it's not too much faster for gaming after an OC to 4.5ghz vs the 4ghz turbo on the non K part

Is also includes a superior 1440p 144hz IPS display, comes with free-sync as well

What's your desk set up like? It might be a way better idea to invest in 1080p * 3 than a single 1440p display for around the same total cost, though the 1080p displays would be TN
 

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/WrF7TH
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/WrF7TH/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($294.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI B150M Pro-VD Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($56.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($67.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Mushkin ECO3 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($64.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon RX 480 8GB Video Card  ($239.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($45.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Acer XF270HU 27.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($529.44 @ Amazon)
Total: $1427.14
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-05 23:19 EDT-0400


Also you need a titan XP to max out a 1440p 144hz display, so I'd stick to the mid range GPUs

Or even potentially get a 4k display, there's a $299 4k 28" TN free-sync display around that's pretty nice for the money


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Alt option with a triple display set up, not that any GPU can really do 1080p * 3 @ 144hz

 

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/BHbW4C

Monitor: AOC G2460PF 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($219.88 @ Amazon)
Monitor: AOC G2460PF 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($219.88 @ Amazon)
Monitor: AOC G2460PF 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($219.88 @ Amazon)
Total: $1557.34
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-05 23:27 EDT-0400

[Pancake2k]

I think with you budget you could upgrade to a titan x and downgrade to an i5 6600k, when you overclock the i5 you'll have about the same preformance as your i7 just a little cheaper, I'm sure there's cheaper monitors too unless you absolutely need a 144hz moniter. Not hating on your build just trying to save you some money

[SeraphicWings]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($294.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($94.99 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: MSI Z170A SLI ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($89.98 @ Newegg) 
Memory: Kingston FURY 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($75.49 @ SuperBiiz) 
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($58.98 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($67.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Video Card  ($424.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  ($79.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($83.98 @ Newegg) 
Monitor: Dell S2716DG 27.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($529.99 @ Newegg) 
Keyboard: Corsair K70 LUX RGB Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($159.99 @ Newegg) 
Mouse: Corsair Sabre RGB Wired Optical Mouse  ($48.34 @ Amazon) 
Total: $2009.70
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-05 23:23 EDT-0400

 

Slight changes to fit a GTX 1070 and a 1440p G-Sync monitor

[Streetguru]

2 minutes ago, Lumen15 said:

I think with you budget you could upgrade to a titan x and downgrade to an i5 6600k, when you overclock the i5 you'll have about the same preformance as your i7 just a little cheaper, I'm sure there's cheaper monitors too unless you absolutely need a 144hz moniter. Not hating on your build just trying to save you some money

Couldn't fit in the high end display with a titan XP, and it would be silly to use a titan XP on a low end display

[Pancake2k]

Just now, Streetguru said:

Couldn't fit in the high end display with a titan XP, and it would be silly to use a titan XP on a low end display

True didn't think of that, maybe a 1070 would be good over the 1080

[Pancake2k]

Oh that was already said nm

[Streetguru]

2 minutes ago, SeraphicWings said:

 

You can get an IPS 1440p 144hz display for the same price by going with free-sync, there's almost no reason to ever get a G-sync display with a new build

Monitor: Acer XF270HU 27.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($529.44 @ Amazon)

[Waynezz123]

8 minutes ago, dexxterlab97 said:

nooo don't get i7 6700k and a 1060 that's just so wrong

 

switch to i5 6600k and upgrade to 1070 instead

Can you explain why please?

[Energycore]

I think it's worth getting a GSync monitor for your budget. 1440p and 144Hz too.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($324.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($70.94 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming K4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($118.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($88.48 @ Newegg)
Storage: Hitachi Deskstar 7K2000 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($51.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Windforce OC Video Card  ($399.99 @ B&H)
Case: NZXT S340 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.69 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Dell S2716DG 27.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($529.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Corsair K70 LUX RGB Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Corsair Sabre RGB Wired Optical Mouse  ($48.34 @ Amazon)
Total: $2017.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-05 23:27 EDT-0400

[Guest]

Just now, Waynezz123 said:

Can you explain why please?

i7 6700k will be too much for a 1060. since you dont do much video editing saving for an i5 would be better.

[RangerLunis]

I'd recommend putting some more cash into that GPU or in the overall look of the PC, if it matters to you. If you want a more stylish PC you could switch it out for something like the MSI KRAIT and switching the case out for the Phanteks Enthoo Pro which has a transparent acrylic window and has a amazing build experience in my opinion.

 

 

So in essence something like this: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/pFpyKZ

 

In terms of your GPU and processor choice, i'm not totally sure if you'll really need that i7, but if your willing to invest in it then thats fine, but if you were willing to upgrade on the GPU and go for a higher resolution monitor it might be a better option.

[Energycore]

1 minute ago, Streetguru said:

You can get an IPS 1440p 144hz display for the same price by going with free-sync, there's almost no reason to ever get a G-sync display with a new build

Monitor: Acer XF270HU 27.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($529.44 @ Amazon)

Actually I was all about Freesync 1440p monitors but Gsync ones are the same price these days.

[Streetguru]

Just now, Energycore said:

Actually I was all about Freesync 1440p monitors but Gsync ones are the same price these days.

Yes for TN, the cheapest IPS G-sync one I see is $750 verus the $200 cheaper free-sync version

G-sync 1440p 144hz IPS display
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/ttnG3C/acer-monitor-xb271hubmiprz

Basically no reason not to get the IPS free-sync version for the same price as G-sync TN displays

[Energycore]

2 minutes ago, Streetguru said:

Yes for TN, the cheapest IPS G-sync one I see is $750 verus the $200 cheaper free-sync version

G-sync 1440p 144hz IPS display
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/ttnG3C/acer-monitor-xb271hubmiprz

Basically no reason not to get the IPS free-sync version for the same price as G-sync TN displays

Ah that's right.

 

Well, I'm not personally against TN panels

[Streetguru]

2 minutes ago, Energycore said:

Ah that's right.

 

Well, I'm not personally against TN panels

modern TN is pretty good, but IPS for the same price is way better

Plus a 480 is fine for 1440p 60fps gaming, the display can be maxxed out later for AAA games with Vega

[Energycore]

Just now, Streetguru said:

modern TN is pretty good, but IPS for the same price is way better

Plus a 480 is fine for 1440p 60fps gaming, the display can be maxxed out later for AAA games with Vega

I think the only value proposition for 1440p Freesync is the Fury X. You can pick one up for $400 and upgrade to Vega later.

[Streetguru]

Just now, Energycore said:

I think the only value proposition for 1440p Freesync is the Fury X. You can pick one up for $400 and upgrade to Vega later.

Or that ya, but you lose performance per dollar going past the 480/1060

 

also that 2TB hard drive you have in there is one of the heavily used like rack mount drives, it's why it's so cheap, probably not 100% reliable for a daily use rig

[Energycore]

Just now, Streetguru said:

Or that ya, but you lose performance per dollar going past the 480/1060

 

also that 2TB hard drive you have in there is one of the heavily used like rack mount drives, it's why it's so cheap, probably not 100% reliable for a daily use rig

Do you mean that the drive is not shipped new? Or that it's just a drive made for data centers?

 

TBH the only disadvantage of datacenter drives is that they're louder than Desktop ones given the same RPM

[Streetguru]

3 minutes ago, Energycore said:

Do you mean that the drive is not shipped new? Or that it's just a drive made for data centers?

 

TBH the only disadvantage of datacenter drives is that they're louder than Desktop ones given the same RPM

Kind of, they've been field proven, but also kind of ran into the ground, hence why they were pull and relisted for sale, i wouldn't really trust my data with them for the long term, but they're probably fine for a NAS

[Energycore]

Just now, Streetguru said:

Kind of, they've been field proven, but also kind of ran into the ground, hence why they were pull and relisted for sale, i wouldn't really trust my data with them for the long term, but they're probably fine for a NAS

They're refurb then.

 

But on the flip side, HGST (Hitachi) Drives have the best reliability numbers of all HDD companies so maybe they cancel out?

[Waynezz123]

Wow. Thank you guys very much for all the advice, and so quickly. I will definitely consider upgrading my GPU to a 1070 as most of you advised, though I feel like I may stick with the 6700K over the 6600K, just so that I know if I start editing more in the future I wont need to spend that money again. Also I appreciate all the monitor suggestions but I really dont plan on trying to have the best display out there.

[Streetguru]

7 minutes ago, Energycore said:

They're refurb then.

 

But on the flip side, HGST (Hitachi) Drives have the best reliability numbers of all HDD companies so maybe they cancel out?

Brand New WD red drives are like around $80

 

[Streetguru]

5 minutes ago, Waynezz123 said:

Wow. Thank you guys very much for all the advice, and so quickly. I will definitely consider upgrading my GPU to a 1070 as most of you advised, though I feel like I may stick with the 6700K over the 6600K, just so that I know if I start editing more in the future I wont need to spend that money again. Also I appreciate all the monitor suggestions but I really dont plan on trying to have the best display out there.

I'd still say non K i7 6700, with a better IPS free-sync display, and an RX 480 or Fury X, but that's just me

 

no reason not to buy the better display(IPS 144hz) when the price is the same

i7 comparison, are you going to use any of the features a higher chipset would give you?