The PC.......

[Totalgeek9224]

Soo guys I need help with my rig, what's your opinion on the following items?( maybe over-clocking, still a newb)

My budget is like 2000, so keep that in mind

Case:Thermaltake Chaser MK-1

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K Quad-Core Desktop Processor 3.4 GHZ LGA 1150 8 MB Cache BX80646I74770

RAM:Vengeance® — 16GB Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Kit (CMZ16GX3M2A2400C10)

SSD: Kingston HyperX 3K SH103S3/240G 2.5" 120GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) (Stand-Alone Drive)

HDD:?

MotherBoard:( was thinking the Asus ROG rampage IV extreme)?

Powersupply:?

Cooling: RayStorm 750 AX240 WaterCooling Kit( opinion?)

Thermal compound: IC diamond

GPU: MSI Computer Corp. Video Graphics Card N770 LIGHTNING

[Ryan Leech]

Make sure that you get an i7-4770K, and what is your budget?

[Lord Pantaloons]

Case is ugly

Too much RAM for gaming, also just get 1600Mhz

Just get a 1TB or 2TB Seagate Barracuda for bulk storage they are inexpensive.

No to that motherboard because you didn't get a 4770k you only picked a 4770 which cannot overclock. Get a cheaper motherboard

WHERE IS YOUR GPU??

If you aren't going for dual GPU's get a nice 550-600W 80+ PSU from XFX, Seasonic, or Corsair if you plan on getting two GPU's get a 700w or more 80+ PSU from the same companies I mentioned before.

Watercooling is unnecessary for a non-k CPU that you don't intend on overclocking till it cries. Get something like a Noctua NH-D14(also it comes with a tube of NT-H1 which is better than IC Diamond)

[Titanicium]

Case: Subjective so we can´t really recommend you something here, but I am hardcore Corsair fanboy

 

CPU: Get the "K" version of that CPU. You would want a cooler (H100i i.e) as well and over clock it in order to get the most awesome performance you can

 

RAM: It is also subjective (to a degree) so just get the RAMn that fits your style/requirements for speed7latency/timings

 

SSD: I would go Samsung EVO here since it is generally one of the best SSDs out there and is great value

 

HDD: Sorry, but I hate HDDs so I don´t know anything about them

 

Mobo: You can´t get that mono with your chosen CPU so I would get the Z87 board which suits your needs/style/budget and offers your required features

 

PSU: Depends on your budget (could you please state your budget), but if you want the best then go for a "i" version Corsair AX series PSU

 

Cooling: i have no idea, but I would not recommend water cooling if you don´t know exactly what you are doing...

 

Tim: That is a good one so good choice

 

GPU: Are you not going to get a video card for this build?

 

Hope I helped

[TheRoss0411]

GPU ?

[jezza39]

Case: It's a personal thing, pick something that you like the looks of and has the features you want (front USB3, drivebays for the bay/res, rad spots).

 

CPU: What's the Rig for? You may want to start with an i5-4670K or FX-8350, that is unless you want to do some highly threaded CPU tasks. To overclock an intel CPU, you'll require a K series CPU (4770K, 4670K, 4820K etc.) 

 

Motherboard: Ensure that it matches the socket for the CPU, The ROG Rampage series are for Intel Socket 2011, the Maximus is Intel Socket 115X (the haswell socket) and Crosshair is for AM3+ (I think). ROG are generally overkill and aimed at enthusiast and multi-GPU arrangements.

 

Ram: Vengeance is quality RAM, go 8GB for gaming/general PC, 16GB+ for editing or coding etc. With RAM prices so high, try not to overbuy here. Also look for dual channel kits. Try and get low profile series vengeance to maximise compatibility with CPU coolers

 

GPU: If you want to game you'll need one of these, pick a budget, then go check out benchmarks for the cards in that budget for the games you like. 

 

SSD: Anything really, I personally run an Intel SSD however anything from Sandisk, Plextor, Crucial or Samsung is a go. Try to stretch that budget for a 180GB or 250GB SSD, you'll be surprised how quickly you run out of space.

 

HDD: Seagate Barracuda, 2TB is generally the best Price/Performance, however a 1TB is really cheap these days and more than enough for most people.

 

PSU: For a single GPU, 550W its enough, but buy quality, Silverstone, Corsair, Antec and Seasonic (they OEM a lot of other PSUs too) are my go to brands. Just check Johnny Guru for a review.

 

Cooling: If you plan to overclock, try a CM Hyper 212 Evo or Noctua NH-D14, I've had experience with the latter and its a beast, kept my i5 chilly with a huge overclock and was dead silent. Avoid All in One 'Liquid Coolers' as they are generally far louder than their Air counterparts.

 

Good luck with buying  

[Jumper118]

rampage IV extreme with a 4770 isn't going to go well

[Stefan Becker]

CPU: upgrade to a 4770K if you want to overclock

 

Motherboard: IMPORTANT: The socket isn't compatible with the CPU. Choose the Maximus VI Hero if you want something from ASUS RoG. An "Extreme" board way too overkill for your needs. Especially if you are new to PCs.

 

RAM: Go with 1600MHz instead. I don't know what you are gonna play, but go with 8 GB instead, and save some money. You can always add more later.

 

GPU: IMPORTANT: YOU CANNOT GAME WITHOUT A GPU. Well you can, but not BF4 or something like that. More like flash games on Facebook. I'd say go with a 780, when you're on that budget.

 

HDD: Western Digital Green or Black. If you only want to game, you only need 1 TB.

 

SSD: Samsung 840 EVO. I am not building with one myself, but everything is more expensive in Denmark. But it's a great SSD. Like... Great...

 

Powersupply: Around 550 to 750 watts.

 

Cooling: Custom waterloop is not something a gamer needs. Unless he REALLY, like REALLY wants his PC to be expensive and good looking. Go with the Corsair H100i instead. Again you are new to PCs so go with something simple and easy.

 

Thermal compound: Comes with H100i.

Edited November 23, 2013 by Stefan Becker

[Totalgeek9224]

The musi lightning is the gpu

[Totalgeek9224]

CPU: upgrade to a 4770K if you want to overclock

 

Motherboard: IMPORTANT: The socket isn't compatible with the CPU. Choose the Maximus VI Hero if you want something from ASUS RoG. An "Extreme" boards way too overkill for your needs. Especially if you are new to PCs.

 

RAM: Go with 1600MHz instead. I don't know what you are gonna play, but go with 8 GB instead, and save some money. You can always add more later.

 

GPU: IMPORTANT: YOU CANNOT GAME WITHOUT A GPU. Well you can, but not BF4 or something like that. More like flash games on Facebook. I'd say go with a 780, when you're on that budget.

 

HDD: Western Digital Green or Black. If you only want to game, you only need 1 TB.

 

SSD: Samsung 840 EVO. I am not building with one myself, but everything is more expensive in Denmark. But it's a great SSD. Like... Great...

 

Powersupply: Around 550 to 750 watts.

 

Cooling: Custom waterloop is not something a gamer needs. Unless he REALLY, like REALLY wants his PC to be expensive and good looking. Go with the Corsair H100i instead. Again you are new to PCs so go with something simple and easy.

 

Thermal compound: Comes with H100i.

rampage IV extreme with a 4770 isn't going to go well

Case: It's a personal thing, pick something that you like the looks of and has the features you want (front USB3, drivebays for the bay/res, rad spots).

 

CPU: What's the Rig for? You may want to start with an i5-4670K or FX-8350, that is unless you want to do some highly threaded CPU tasks. To overclock an intel CPU, you'll require a K series CPU (4770K, 4670K, 4820K etc.) 

 

Motherboard: Ensure that it matches the socket for the CPU, The ROG Rampage series are for Intel Socket 2011, the Maximus is Intel Socket 115X (the haswell socket) and Crosshair is for AM3+ (I think). ROG are generally overkill and aimed at enthusiast and multi-GPU arrangements.

 

Ram: Vengeance is quality RAM, go 8GB for gaming/general PC, 16GB+ for editing or coding etc. With RAM prices so high, try not to overbuy here. Also look for dual channel kits. Try and get low profile series vengeance to maximise compatibility with CPU coolers

 

GPU: If you want to game you'll need one of these, pick a budget, then go check out benchmarks for the cards in that budget for the games you like. 

 

SSD: Anything really, I personally run an Intel SSD however anything from Sandisk, Plextor, Crucial or Samsung is a go. Try to stretch that budget for a 180GB or 250GB SSD, you'll be surprised how quickly you run out of space.

 

HDD: Seagate Barracuda, 2TB is generally the best Price/Performance, however a 1TB is really cheap these days and more than enough for most people.

 

PSU: For a single GPU, 550W its enough, but buy quality, Silverstone, Corsair, Antec and Seasonic (they OEM a lot of other PSUs too) are my go to brands. Just check Johnny Guru for a review.

 

Cooling: If you plan to overclock, try a CM Hyper 212 Evo or Noctua NH-D14, I've had experience with the latter and its a beast, kept my i5 chilly with a huge overclock and was dead silent. Avoid All in One 'Liquid Coolers' as they are generally far louder than their Air counterparts.

 

Good luck with buying

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[TheYoungEnthusiast]

Not to no be a dick, but wrong section...

[Jumper118]

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your still getting a 2011 socket motherboard you want a rampage VI extreme not a rampage IV extreme.

[jezza39]

your still getting a 2011 socket motherboard you want a rampage VI extreme not a rampage IV extreme.

 

We're only up to Rampage IV currently  

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131802

[Jumper118]

We're only up to Rampage IV currently

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131802

I meant maximus vi extreme i was just tired 

[WoodenMarker]

What's the system being used for?

Do you need a copy of Windows or peripherals or just the system?

[Stefan Becker]

I'd still say that the motherboard is way too overkill. And you do not need a custom water-cooling loop, if you are not doing any serious over clocking on your PC.

[Jumper118]

I'd still say that the motherboard is way too overkill. And you do not need a custom water-cooling loop, if you are not doing any serious over clocking on your PC.

tbh with most haswell chips you can't do any serious overclocking   

[thatoneguythatsprettycool]

If your spending $2000 on a computer get a R9 290X, a 780 or a 780 Ti.