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Almost three years ago I made my first PC build ever. It was over kill but I was coming from a shitty HP pavilion. 

First PC Build Log : https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/200382-empirical-by-darkmatter/

Current State Pcpartpicker : https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KcZFhq

 

Now you might be thinking "why upgrade? all these specs are still good today!" Well my answer is simple, I hate the effects of SLI and I want a system that isn't comparable to a pile of cinder blocks.

 

 

So I want to build a MATX small form factor system. Almost everything is set in stone at this point except for the CPU. I want a 6 core processor because my profession CAD design and I will definitely need one if I go into architecture. Another reason is for streaming. I play a lot of creative based games that have high graphic settings so I would like to share my experience with my viewers. 

New Build Pcpartpicker :  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KvK2LD

 

I've always wanted to water cool my pc, simply for the looks really. But it's not worth it for me because I don't overclock that much.I'm all for the looks but spending upwards of $700 for looks is something my budget can't handle. That being said I would love a silent computer (FT02 windtunnel). So tell me what you guys think!

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9 minutes ago, Darkmatter35 said:

Almost three years ago I made my first PC build ever. It was over kill but I was coming from a shitty HP pavilion. 

First PC Build Log : https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/200382-empirical-by-darkmatter/

Current State Pcpartpicker : https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KcZFhq

 

Now you might be thinking "why upgrade? all these specs are still good today!" Well my answer is simple, I hate the effects of SLI and I want a system that isn't comparable to a pile of cinder blocks.

 

 

So I want to build a MATX small form factor system. Almost everything is set in stone at this point except for the CPU. I want a 6 core processor because my profession CAD design and I will definitely need one if I go into architecture. Another reason is for streaming. I play a lot of creative based games that have high graphic settings so I would like to share my experience with my viewers. 

New Build Pcpartpicker :  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/H4Xnqk

 

I've always wanted to water cool my pc, simply for the looks really. But it's not worth it for me because I don't overclock that much.I'm all for the looks but spending upwards of $700 for looks is something my budget can't handle. That being said I would love a silent computer (FT02 windtunnel). So tell me what you guys think!

Almost $200 cheaper with a better GPU cooler and a 8 core CPU

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PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/f6MT7h
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/f6MT7h/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD - RYZEN 7 1700 3.0GHz 8-Core Processor  ($313.99 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair - H115i 104.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($139.88 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI - B350M MORTAR ARCTIC Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard  ($98.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($122.99 @ Best Buy) 
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB FTW3 GAMING iCX Video Card  ($779.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Fractal Design - Define Mini C with Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($79.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Dell - U2415 24.1" 1920x1200 60Hz Monitor  ($244.99 @ Amazon) 
Monitor: Dell - UP2516D 25.0" 2560x1440 60Hz Monitor  ($529.99 @ Adorama) 
Total: $2310.81
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-06 09:19 EDT-0400

 

Build

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Ryzen 5 1600, Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo, Gigabyte X470 Gaming 7. TeamGroup Viper 4133mhz 16gb, XFX RX 480 8 GB (1000mhz cause dying), Samsung 850 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD, An old 1tb 5400 rpm 2.5" HDD, TeamGroup 480gb & Kingston 480gb ssds (May RAID 0), 1TB Western Ditigal HDD, EVGA 750W G2 PSU, Phanteks P400s

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can you explain the different between the asus and the evga card coolers

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2 minutes ago, DeezNoNos said:

Almost $200 cheaper with a better GPU cooler and a 8 core CPU

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PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/f6MT7h
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/f6MT7h/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD - RYZEN 7 1700 3.0GHz 8-Core Processor  ($313.99 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair - H115i 104.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($139.88 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI - B350M MORTAR ARCTIC Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard  ($98.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($122.99 @ Best Buy) 
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB FTW3 GAMING iCX Video Card  ($779.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Fractal Design - Define Mini C with Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($79.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Dell - U2415 24.1" 1920x1200 60Hz Monitor  ($244.99 @ Amazon) 
Monitor: Dell - UP2516D 25.0" 2560x1440 60Hz Monitor  ($529.99 @ Adorama) 
Total: $2310.81
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-06 09:19 EDT-0400

 

can you explain the different between the asus and the evga card coolers

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can you explain the different between the asus and the evga card coolers

The EVGA one is a Founder edition, a blower style, a cooler designed for tight spaces and bad airflow (very small ITX) and does not cool very well. The EVGA one is the best 1080ti gpu in the market right now.  

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Ryzen 5 1600, Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo, Gigabyte X470 Gaming 7. TeamGroup Viper 4133mhz 16gb, XFX RX 480 8 GB (1000mhz cause dying), Samsung 850 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD, An old 1tb 5400 rpm 2.5" HDD, TeamGroup 480gb & Kingston 480gb ssds (May RAID 0), 1TB Western Ditigal HDD, EVGA 750W G2 PSU, Phanteks P400s

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1 minute ago, DeezNoNos said:

The EVGA one is a Founder edition, a blower style, a cooler designed for tight spaces and bad airflow (very small ITX) and does not cool very well. The EVGA one is the best 1080ti gpu in the market right now.  

OHOH sorry I made the parts list for a water cooled build. SHould I get the Asus strix or the Evga ssc acx

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OHOH sorry I made the parts list for a water cooled build. SHould I get the Asus strix or the Evga ssc acx

Oooh, so if you are water cooling, then yes, go for the SSC 

Build

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Ryzen 5 1600, Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo, Gigabyte X470 Gaming 7. TeamGroup Viper 4133mhz 16gb, XFX RX 480 8 GB (1000mhz cause dying), Samsung 850 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD, An old 1tb 5400 rpm 2.5" HDD, TeamGroup 480gb & Kingston 480gb ssds (May RAID 0), 1TB Western Ditigal HDD, EVGA 750W G2 PSU, Phanteks P400s

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OP, do you need two monitors? If not, you could get one 1440p 165 hz g sync monitor for the same price as the two you have right now.

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CPU: Pentium G4400, CPU Cooler: Stock, Motherboard: MSI h110l Pro Mini AC, RAM: Hyper X Fury DDR4 1x8gb 2133 MHz, Storage: PNY CS1311 120gb SSD + two Segate 4tb HDDs in RAID 1, Video Card: Does Intel Integrated Graphics count?, Case: Fractal Design Node 304, Power Supply: Seasonic 360w 80+ Gold, Keyboard+Mouse+Monitor: Does it matter?

Laptop (I use it for school):

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Surface book 2 13" with an i7 8650u, 8gb RAM, 256 GB storage, and a GTX 1050

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Oooh, so if you are water cooling, then yes, go for the SSC 

But I'm not :P if I was to water cool I would get a founders card

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OP, do you need two monitors? If not, you could get one 1440p 165 hz g sync monitor for the same price as the two you have right now.

yes I do and im staying away from 27inch

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2 minutes ago, Darkmatter35 said:

But I'm not :P if I was to water cool I would get a founders card

And EK will be making waterblocks for the FTW3 xD

Build

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Ryzen 5 1600, Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo, Gigabyte X470 Gaming 7. TeamGroup Viper 4133mhz 16gb, XFX RX 480 8 GB (1000mhz cause dying), Samsung 850 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD, An old 1tb 5400 rpm 2.5" HDD, TeamGroup 480gb & Kingston 480gb ssds (May RAID 0), 1TB Western Ditigal HDD, EVGA 750W G2 PSU, Phanteks P400s

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6 minutes ago, Darkmatter35 said:

yes I do and im staying away from 27inch

Just noticed that you have an ultra sharp there.

 

Is the color accuracy super important to you? This 24" g sync 165 hz monitor is the same price, but it also uses tn and probably has worse color accuracy.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/CwgPxr/dell-s2417dg-238-165hz-monitor-s2417dg

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CPU: Pentium G4400, CPU Cooler: Stock, Motherboard: MSI h110l Pro Mini AC, RAM: Hyper X Fury DDR4 1x8gb 2133 MHz, Storage: PNY CS1311 120gb SSD + two Segate 4tb HDDs in RAID 1, Video Card: Does Intel Integrated Graphics count?, Case: Fractal Design Node 304, Power Supply: Seasonic 360w 80+ Gold, Keyboard+Mouse+Monitor: Does it matter?

Laptop (I use it for school):

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Surface book 2 13" with an i7 8650u, 8gb RAM, 256 GB storage, and a GTX 1050

And if you're curious (or a stalker) I have a Just Black Pixel 2 XL 64gb

 

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6 minutes ago, DocSwag said:

Just noticed that you have an ultra sharp there.

 

Is the color accuracy super important to you? This 24" g sync 165 hz monitor is the same price, but it also uses tn and probably has worse color accuracy.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/CwgPxr/dell-s2417dg-238-165hz-monitor-s2417dg

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13 minutes ago, Darkmatter35 said:

im fine dude 

In that case my build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - RYZEN 7 1700 3.0GHz 8-Core Processor  ($313.99 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair - H115i 104.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($139.88 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: Asus - PRIME B350M-A Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard  ($89.99 @ B&H) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($159.99 @ Newegg) 
Video Card: Asus - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB STRIX GAMING Video Card  ($744.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: Fractal Design - Define Mini C with Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case  ($79.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Dell - U2415 24.1" 1920x1200 60Hz Monitor  ($244.99 @ Amazon) 
Monitor: Dell - UP2516D 25.0" 2560x1440 60Hz Monitor  ($529.99 @ Adorama) 
Total: $2303.81
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-05-06 09:58 EDT-0400

 

(RAM is because it's guaranteed to be b die which OCs better on Ryzen)

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Desktop:

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CPU: i7 6700k, CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 3, Motherboard: MSI Z170a KRAIT GAMING, RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 Series 4x4gb DDR4-2666 MHz, Storage: SanDisk SSD Plus 240gb + OCZ Vertex 180 480 GB + Western Digital Caviar Blue 1 TB 7200 RPM, Video Card: EVGA GTX 970 SSC, Case: Fractal Design Define S, Power Supply: Seasonic Focus+ Gold 650w Yay, Keyboard: Logitech G710+, Mouse: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum, Headphones: B&O H9i, Monitor: LG 29um67 (2560x1080 75hz freesync)

Home Server:

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CPU: Pentium G4400, CPU Cooler: Stock, Motherboard: MSI h110l Pro Mini AC, RAM: Hyper X Fury DDR4 1x8gb 2133 MHz, Storage: PNY CS1311 120gb SSD + two Segate 4tb HDDs in RAID 1, Video Card: Does Intel Integrated Graphics count?, Case: Fractal Design Node 304, Power Supply: Seasonic 360w 80+ Gold, Keyboard+Mouse+Monitor: Does it matter?

Laptop (I use it for school):

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Surface book 2 13" with an i7 8650u, 8gb RAM, 256 GB storage, and a GTX 1050

And if you're curious (or a stalker) I have a Just Black Pixel 2 XL 64gb

 

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