First Build - Final Part Check!

[Aeranath]

Hey everyone, I'm finally able to build a new computer after using a frankenstein for about five years. I have been saving and now can finally afford a shiny new toy before starting school again next semester! I've been mulling over builds and parts for a few weeks now and this is the build I've kind of settled on, however before I spend the money I'd love to get last minute opinions and compatibility checks to make sure everything looks good. Here is the list:

 

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Vc3sCy

Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Vc3sCy/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i7-7700K 4.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($349.99 @ Newegg) 
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler  ($89.95 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: Asus PRIME Z270-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($163.98 @ Newegg) 
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2666 Memory  ($126.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial MX300 525GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($159.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($49.99 @ Newegg) 
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GAMING X 8G Video Card  ($534.99 @ Newegg) 
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M ATX Mid Tower Case  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($95.98 @ Newegg) 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home Full - USB 32/64-bit  ($132.98 @ Newegg) 
Case Fan: Phanteks PH-F140SP_BK 82.1 CFM  140mm Fan  ($15.59 @ Newegg) 
Case Fan: Phanteks PH-F140SP_BK 82.1 CFM  140mm Fan  ($15.59 @ Newegg) 
Case Fan: Phanteks PH-F140SP_BK 82.1 CFM  140mm Fan  ($15.59 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1811.60
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-24 22:05 EDT-0400

 

This build seems solid to me, the only thing is for that much money ... it's going to be an ugly brute. The Noctua cooler seems amazing but its just pretty hideous. I know looks shouldn't matter and mostly they dont to me but ... man lol. 

 

So I was just wanting some last minute opinions. I plan to start ordering my parts tomorrow morning. Do you think I should pick a different cpu cooler? I was looking at Cryorigs R1 Ultimate and the R1 Universal since I much prefer their aesthetics, but the Cryorig compatibility list is not up to date and I'm not sure if they would fit my motherboard or block anything. I don't plan on overclocking the cpu until much later down the line, so I may not even need as beefy of a cooler, but I've been warned the 7700k runs hot. I also could honestly probably cut the mechanical drive, but I figured its good to have.

 

These are the other two cpu coolers in question 

 

R1 Ultimate: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF1H68938&cm_re=cryorig_r1-_-13C-000U-00002-_-Product

R1 Universal: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF1H68919&cm_re=cryorig_r1-_-13C-000U-00001-_-Product

 

Thanks in advance everyone, I appreciate everything!

 

[NTDaws]

I recommend switching to a h100i if you plan to do hard overclocks, if not that noctua should be fine.

[NTDaws]

Also do you just plan to game, or are you going to stream and video edit and such?

[themctipers]

they're the same, but I prefer black so.. go for black!

 

use https://www.reddit.com/r/microsoftsoftwareswap/ to get cheap windows keys, maybe you can squish in a gtx 1080ti

[Aeranath]

1 minute ago, Being Delirious said:

Also do you just plan to game, or are you going to stream and video edit and such?

I mainly plan to game, and plan to pick up a 1440p monitor in a month or so. I play alot but mostly mmos, really wanting to try Black Desert.

[Aeranath]

Just now, Kyle Billheimer said:

I agree with @Being Delirious. The Corsair Hydro water coolers are easily installed and come pre-filled. It will help you overclock a lot higher.

Hm I will have to take a second look at it then, I was just worried about it being less reliable than the standard air cooler.

[NTDaws]

Just now, Aeranath said:

I mainly plan to game, and plan to pick up a 1440p monitor in a month or so. I play alot but mostly mmos, really wanting to try Black Desert.

Look into a 1440p 144hz monitor, I would say the 1080 is the sweetspot for that resolution.

[NTDaws]

Just now, Aeranath said:

Hm I will have to take a second look at it then, I was just worried about it being less reliable than the standard air cooler.

No AIO coolers tend to be much better nowadays. Before they use to leak like after 5 months. At least that what was happening to me. But, should be fine.

[Aeranath]

Just now, Being Delirious said:

Look into a 1440p 144hz monitor, I would say the 1080 is the sweetspot for that resolution.

Absolutely! I was initially just going for a 1070, but I figured since I've saved up now and have the money I'd rather snag a 1080 and get a nice monitor as well. 

 

Just now, Being Delirious said:

No AIO coolers tend to be much better nowadays. Before they use to leak like after 5 months. At least that what was happening to me. But, should be fine.

Gotcha, I was eyeing the h100i v2 when I started putting together the list weeks ago ... I'll have to decide, it will fit this case though which is nice

[NTDaws]

Just now, Aeranath said:

Absolutely! I was initially just going for a 1070, but I figured since I've saved up now and have the money I'd rather snag a 1080 and get a nice monitor as well. 

 

Gotcha, I was eyeing the h100i v2 when I started putting together the list weeks ago ... I'll have to decide, it will fit this case though which is nice

I find watercoolers much more organized then a Air Cooler.

[Aeranath]

3 minutes ago, Being Delirious said:

I find watercoolers much more organized then a Air Cooler.

Yeah, I was just mostly not wanting to ever have to bother with it, and I figured if down the road I wanted to overclock I'd invest in a more expensive model, something probably in the kraken line. If Cryorig had an up to date compatibility list I'd consider one of those because they aren't that ugly, but I dont want to gamble and see if it will fit.

[Wardo]

get windows 10 pro oem from kinguin.net

https://www.kinguin.net/category/19429/windows-10-professional-oem-key/

i think paul's hardware also buys from here

[Aeranath]

The only other thing that catches my eye for a slightly cheaper cooler for stock speeds is this phantek cooler: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=N82E16835709011