My first Gaming Rig Build

[Volcano Joe]

Hey guys, made this thread mostly for getting suggestions/corrections/improvements on my parts list for this build.

It is my first PC build ever (not saying I've never taken apart and rebuild before) and id like to run by may plan with those more experienced with gaming builds.

My budget for the rig was $1500. In the sate of MA, online shoppers do have to pay tax still so I've decided to try and include that in the budget, but this is most likely to change due to outrageous RAM and GPU prices.

 

I am interested in anything you guys have to say as I would love to maximize the performance of this thing while staying within my budget. For example, you know of a component that is cheaper and gives the exact same performance OR BETTER, you know of a component that is a little more expensive but give better performance LEMME KNOW. I also want it to be open for future upgrades, like more RAM at a later date so that's good to keep in mind as well.

 

Here's the PC PART PICKER build link: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/MVNcYT

This rig will be used to play games like:

Minecraft with resource heavy modpacks

Rocket League at max display settings and FPS goal of 200s

PUBG and Fortnight

 

The link has my CPU and MOBO priced at $200 and $82 respectively. These will be purchased as a bundle on amazon for $266.50

 https://www.amazon.com/AMD-Processor-Wraith-Cooler-YD1600BBAEBOX/dp/B074QQ8187?SubscriptionId=AKIAI3VLI6HITR26KCBQ&tag=userbenchmark-20&linkCode=sp1&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B06XNRQHG4&th=1

 

Also the case I am planning to use is an Enermax EQUILENCE Silent Tempered Glass case. Please speak up if you know on any cons or incompatibilities as I know very little about picking a case.

https://www.amazon.com/Enermax-Computer-Tempered-Pre-installed-ECA3520B-03-BL/dp/B075VQQCLR/ref=sr_1_93?ie=UTF8&qid=1521866507&sr=8-93&keywords=atx%2Bcase%2Bglass%2B-micro%2B-mATX&th=1

 

 

[matus177]

Hey!

 

If it is for gaming only I would recommend going for intel cpus. Get rid of that liquid cooler and buy something like Cryorig H7. You will get better performance for less money (and also more silent).

So here are options first is the more expensive one second is cheaper:

1. i5 8600k / Asrock z370 extreme4 / cryorig h7

2. i5 8400 / Asrock z370 pro4 / stock cooler or cryorig h7

 

I think that into 1500 u should be able to squeeze the first one without problems. But both options will overperform the 1600x in games. Other than that it is a nice build.

[Herman Mcpootis]

skip the 120mm AIO and get a cheaper kit, $200 for that is steep.

[Herman Mcpootis]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i7-8700 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor  ($298.90 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI - Z370-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($89.99 @ Newegg) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($164.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: SanDisk - Ultra 3D 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($74.99 @ B&H) 
Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 1080 8GB Mini ITX Video Card  ($614.98 @ Newegg) 
Case: Phanteks - ECLIPSE P400 TEMPERED GLASS ATX Mid Tower Case  ($54.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: Cooler Master - MasterWatt 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($39.99 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1393.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-03-27 22:40 EDT-0400

[Volcano Joe]

Thanks guys, I like the new options to weigh. I may ditch the Ryzen for something Intel after all.

 

[VEXICUS]

23 hours ago, Volcano Joe said:

Hey guys, made this thread mostly for getting suggestions/corrections/improvements on my parts list for this build.

It is my first PC build ever (not saying I've never taken apart and rebuild before) and id like to run by may plan with those more experienced with gaming builds.

My budget for the rig was $1500. In the sate of MA, online shoppers do have to pay tax still so I've decided to try and include that in the budget, but this is most likely to change due to outrageous RAM and GPU prices.

 

I am interested in anything you guys have to say as I would love to maximize the performance of this thing while staying within my budget. For example, you know of a component that is cheaper and gives the exact same performance OR BETTER, you know of a component that is a little more expensive but give better performance LEMME KNOW. I also want it to be open for future upgrades, like more RAM at a later date so that's good to keep in mind as well.

 

Here's the PC PART PICKER build link: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/MVNcYT

This rig will be used to play games like:

Minecraft with resource heavy modpacks

Rocket League at max display settings and FPS goal of 200s

PUBG and Fortnight

 

The link has my CPU and MOBO priced at $200 and $82 respectively. These will be purchased as a bundle on amazon for $266.50

 https://www.amazon.com/AMD-Processor-Wraith-Cooler-YD1600BBAEBOX/dp/B074QQ8187?SubscriptionId=AKIAI3VLI6HITR26KCBQ&tag=userbenchmark-20&linkCode=sp1&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B06XNRQHG4&th=1

 

Also the case I am planning to use is an Enermax EQUILENCE Silent Tempered Glass case. Please speak up if you know on any cons or incompatibilities as I know very little about picking a case.

https://www.amazon.com/Enermax-Computer-Tempered-Pre-installed-ECA3520B-03-BL/dp/B075VQQCLR/ref=sr_1_93?ie=UTF8&qid=1521866507&sr=8-93&keywords=atx%2Bcase%2Bglass%2B-micro%2B-mATX&th=1

 

 

SICK BLACK RED AMD BUILD..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor  ($156.27 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: ASRock - X370 KILLER SLI/ac ATX AM4 Motherboard  ($119.89 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($179.89 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: SanDisk - SSD PLUS 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($64.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: MSI - GeForce GTX 1080 8GB DUKE OC Video Card  ($639.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Corsair - Crystal 460X RGB ATX Mid Tower Case  ($131.99 @ B&H) 
Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1417.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-03-28 13:01 EDT-0400

 

INTEL BUILD....

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8600K 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor  ($234.89 @ OutletPC) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair - H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($99.99 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: ASRock - Z370 Extreme4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($144.89 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($179.89 @ OutletPC) 
Storage: SanDisk - SSD PLUS 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($64.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($54.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: MSI - GeForce GTX 1080 8GB DUKE OC Video Card  ($639.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Fractal Design - Focus G (White) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($39.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1529.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-03-28 13:04 EDT-0400

 

BOTH THE BUILDS CONTAIN GTX1080

[Volcano Joe]

Ive decided to go along with the build provided by herman mcpootis as it is a really good result for the price.

The only difference really is the G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory. I couldnt find the 3000 version for a reasonable price so I went for this. 

are there any compatibility issues with going for the 3200 instead of 3000? 

 

Updated build

[Herman Mcpootis]

31 minutes ago, Volcano Joe said:

Ive decided to go along with the build provided by herman mcpootis as it is a really good result for the price.

The only difference really is the G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory. I couldnt find the 3000 version for a reasonable price so I went for this. 

are there any compatibility issues with going for the 3200 instead of 3000? 

 

Updated build

it should work just fine.

[Volcano Joe]

Thanks fellas, pretty psyched for my first build and what it shaped out to be. Will post pics after all the parts come in. PSU, GPU, MOBO and RAM have all been bought. Now the waiting game begins O .o

 

[Volcano Joe]

Alright guys, the build has come to an end and she is more than I ever dreamed of. UserBenchmark had rated my old machine as a fucking Raft at a score of 30, but now, this beast smokes anything on its plate as a UFO at a score of 103. Thank you all so much for the helpful hints and opinions, it really helped make this machine what it is. I even came in beneath my budget at $1480/1500! The difference really is amazing and I couldn't be happier. The wife is now asking to repeat the same build for her personal PC !

As promised, some completed glam photos below.