My First Computer Build

[John C.]

Hi, I'm planning on building a computer. My goal for the build is to be able to browse the web, play Flight Simulator X, play X Planes, occasional video editing, and be able to run multiple operating systems like Linux and Window 8 and possibly 7. I would like to put some emphasis on quiet operation.

 

I am located in the USA.

 

I would like to spend less than $1500; not including peripherals and monitors.

 

Graphics / monitors: I am planning on getting a Asus PB278Q with a resolution of 2560x1440. I hope to add a second monitor and a graphics card later. For now relying on onboard graphics. I was thinking NVIDIA for the graphics card (open to suggestions).

 

Case: I am thinking a Corsair 750D

 

Power Supply: Corsair RM series (I need help sizing)

 

Motherboard: Asus Z87 Pro http://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/Z87PRO

 

Processor: Intel I5 4670K

 

Cooling: Corsair watercooling (open to suggestions). I would like to have fans that are quiet operating and have a selection of LED colors.

 

Storage: I'm thinking a SSD of 120GB or 250GB in size. What brand and model do you suggest? In the future I would add an additional SSD(s) for other operating system installs and a HD(s).

 

Memory: I'm thinking Corsair Vengence (but open to suggestions).

 

OS: As long as Flight Simulator X and X Planes a compatible with Windows 8; I would get windows 8. What version would you suggest?

 

I am not interested in overclocking beyond what the automated overclocking feature Asus provides.

 

I am trying to stick to a Black and Gold theme.

 

Thanks in advance for everyones help.

 

 

[ERSCreeper]

I would recommend:

• SSD: Samsung 840 Evo 120Gb
• HDD: Get a Seagate Barracuda 2Tb
• Any 8Gb (4gb x2) Ram kit and 1600Mhz.
• Windows: 8 (Give you the option to upgrade to 8.1 for free if you want to, also you can roll back to 8 if you don't like the changes in 8.1)
• PSU: Corsair RM750 (If you are going to SLI.

The CPU and Motherboards are awesome.

 

Cooling I would recommend either Noctha NH-D14 or BeQuiet Darkrock Pro 2. If you want to water cool you can get the Corsair H100i or the Swifttek H220/320

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU:  Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($219.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler:  Be Quiet DARK ROCK PRO 2 67.8 CFM Fluid Dynamic Bearing CPU Cooler  ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard:  Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($174.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory:  G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:  Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:  Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($82.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card:  Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card  ($368.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case:  Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case  ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:  Corsair RM 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($109.99 @ Microcenter)
Operating System:  Microsoft Windows 8 Professional (OEM) (64-bit)  ($109.00 @ Amazon)
Total: $1415.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-28 15:02 EST-0500)

 

And if you want to push a little more get this http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-video-card-03gp42782kr

[helping]

Hi, I'm planning on building a computer. My goal for the build is to be able to browse the web, play Flight Simulator X, play X Planes, occasional video editing, and be able to run multiple operating systems like Linux and Window 8 and possibly 7. I would like to put some emphasis on quiet operation.

 

I am located in the USA.

 

I would like to spend less than $1500; not including peripherals and monitors.

 

Graphics / monitors: I am planning on getting a Asus PB278Q with a resolution of 2560x1440. I hope to add a second monitor and a graphics card later. For now relying on onboard graphics. I was thinking NVIDIA for the graphics card (open to suggestions).

 

Case: I am thinking a Corsair 750D

 

Power Supply: Corsair RM series (I need help sizing)

 

Motherboard: Asus Z87 Pro http://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/Z87PRO

 

Processor: Intel I5 4670K

 

Cooling: Corsair watercooling (open to suggestions). I would like to have fans that are quiet operating and have a selection of LED colors.

 

Storage: I'm thinking a SSD of 120GB or 250GB in size. What brand and model do you suggest? In the future I would add an additional SSD(s) for other operating system installs and a HD(s).

 

Memory: I'm thinking Corsair Vengence (but open to suggestions).

 

OS: As long as Flight Simulator X and X Planes a compatible with Windows 8; I would get windows 8. What version would you suggest?

 

I am not interested in overclocking beyond what the automated overclocking feature Asus provides.

 

I am trying to stick to a Black and Gold theme.

Case is preference.

 

PSU depends on GPU, typically an 800w PSU will let you do whatever you want and have extra power for SLI/CFX. If you do not ever plan on doing a dual GPU setup, a 500w or 600w quality PSU will be fine. I would look elsewhere from the RM series PSU since they are known to have a quality issue with caps, but most people will looked passed that. 

 

A CM Glacier is preferable for AIO, or a NZXT Kraken X60.

 

No such thing as good quality, quiet LED fans (I think only Silverstone may have them.) Get good non-LED quiet fans and use LED strips for the case if you want a lighting effect. LED fans are cheesy as well. 

 

120gb Samsung EVO is what 97% of people will recommend you. If you're fine with that then there are no problems with buying that. 

 

Corsair Vengence is not necessary, often overpriced. Go with whatever is cheapest, looks nice, and is above 1600Mhz 8gb 2x4 or greater. 

 

Windows 8.

 

Do not use automatic overclocking. Spend 15 minutes watching or reading an overclocking tutorial and do it yourself. Automated overclocking is inefficient and often uses to many voltages in the wrong places leading to higher than required voltage and heat. 

 

You'll want a Sabertooth motherboard to fit your theme, or just a plain black Gigabyte board. 

[SirReallySam]

• Windows: 8 (Give you the option to upgrade to 8.1 for free if you want to, also you can roll back to 8 if you don't like the chang

Have you done that?! I did...

[ERSCreeper]

Have you done that?! I did...

I am still waiting. I will maybe do it this holiday. (I have a Microsoft account so I get all the software if cheap )

[SirReallySam]

I am still waiting. I will maybe do it this holiday. (I have a Microsoft account so I get all the software if cheap  )

cool

 

give it a go, you might be surprised either way, like it or hate it

[John C.]

 

 

No such thing as good quality, quiet LED fans (I think only Silverstone may have them.) Get good non-LED quiet fans and use LED strips for the case if you want a lighting effect. LED fans are cheesy as well. 

 

 

 

What would be a good quality, non LED fan? Something that is quiet?

[WoodenMarker]

No such thing as good quality, quiet LED fans (I think only Silverstone may have them.) Get good non-LED quiet fans and use LED strips for the case if you want a lighting effect. LED fans are cheesy as well. 

What would be a good quality, non LED fan? Something that is quiet?

My recommendations: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2b86i

Remove stock case and h100i fans.

Use 120mm's for h100i and rear exhaust. 140mm's for front intake. Wait for aftermarket 290's if you can instead of the 780.

 

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