Final Prep for New System

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

So I was originally shown a build like this one based on around a $1000 budget…

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/NSBg

But since I’m a video editor/graphic designer, using mostly the Adobe suite, and I know the hyperthreading that the i7 can do helps a lot and I have more money back from taxes, I made this build…

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/QJb6

I also switched to Win 7 Pro so I can take advantage of more ram in the future.

Also, I will be using my old case, a LIAN LI Lancool PC-K58 ATX Mid Tower, my old power supply, a Rosewill Green Series RG530-S12 530W, and my dvd drive.

So I have a couple questions. Is this build good for what I want? Will it all fit in my case? (mainly worried about the 7950) Is there a way to get more ram for this system for not a huge increase? Like 16 gb in two slots so I can upgrade to 32 at some point? Will all these parts play nicely together?

Any other thoughts, comments or concerns?

My budget = $1300 absolute max.

I won’t be crossfiring at this point, but I’d like the option in the future. Will def mess with OC’ing though.

Thanks for your time!

tiny voices · Apr 14, 2013

I would get a new, more reliable PSU. One From Antec, XFX, Seasonic, Corsair

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

Which version of the adobe suite are you using?

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

I am currently using CS6

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

Isn't it preferable to get an Nvidia card when working with Adobe software? (IE it can take advantage of CUDA cores)

JackNaylorPE · Apr 14, 2013

Video editing without CUDA ????? You won't be able to use any of the GPU Acceleration features of Adobe CS6.

http://www.studio1productions.com/Articles/PremiereCS5.htm

I'd want at least 16GB of "low profile" RAM

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

So would a GTX 660 Ti be more preferable? Anyone want to suggest a build on PC Part Picker?

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121656

$280 for a good 660ti, also the 7950 you listed is out of stock. They are pretty close in performance in games and you should be better off with Nvidia for Adobe too.

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

So something like this?

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/QKjY

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

looks good to me

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

Will my 530w power supply work with this? The part picker says that this build will only be 350w, so i figured i would be ok, but tiny voices says otherwise. I just want to be sure...

tiny voices · Apr 14, 2013

Yours likely makes less than 530w now because its older and isn't the best unit to start with. I recommend one from Antec, XFX, Corsair, Seasonic.

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

It will work, most people here like to stick with the "better" brands. And it would be better to get one of those PSUs but it's not required, the Rosewill will do just fine.

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

Alright, i will def buy a new one if i run into problems. Thank you all for your help. I had completely forgot about the CUDA core thing with Nvidia. I use a iMac at work so i don't even think about these things

lycros · Apr 14, 2013

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/ASUS/GeForce_GTX_660_Ti_Direct_Cu_II/26.html

here is a link that shows the power consumption of a 660 Ti. It's PEAK power consumption is about 150W which is going to be using 12.5A of your 41A total on your +12V Rail.

tiny voices · Apr 14, 2013

lycros :

This is not accurate. It will pull about 300w under full load: http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/647

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

So what power supply would you specifically recommend?

tiny voices · Apr 14, 2013

For a budget one: https://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9

It is a great unit.

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

What about this? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-m12ii620bronze

If i'm gonna upgrade my PSU, i might as well add a significant more chuck of power

tiny voices · Apr 14, 2013

That is a very high quality unit.

GMiller · Apr 14, 2013

Alright, thank you again guys for all of your help with this. i originally had the mindset to make this a mid level gaming rig, but then i realized i would need to upgrade it anyways for video editing in the future, so i figured i would just do it now while i have the money. Thanks again and cheers!

lycros · Apr 16, 2013

tiny voices :

That is total SYSTEM power not just the GPU. And even then that is just fine for a 530W rosewill.

GMiller · Apr 16, 2013

So my Rosewill will be fine?

lycros · Apr 16, 2013

YES! Your rosewill be fine, http://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/asus_geforce_gtx_660_ti_directcu_top_review,7.html

Our test system is based on a power hungry Core i7 965 / X58 system. This setup is overclocked to 3.75 GHz. Next to that we have energy saving functions disabled for this motherboard and processor (to ensure consistent benchmark results). On average we are using roughly 50 to 100 Watts more than a standard PC due to higher CPU clock settings, water-cooling, additional cold cathode lights etc.

Measured power consumption

System in IDLE = 140 W
System Wattage with GPU in FULL Stress = 263 W
Difference (GPU load) = 123 W
Add average IDLE wattage ~10 W
Subjective obtained GPU power consumption = ~ 133 Watts

Here is Guru3Ds power supply recommendation:

GeForce GTX 660 Ti - On your average system the card requires you to have a 450~500 Watt power supply unit.
GeForce GTX 660 Ti SLI - On your average system the cards require you to have a 700 Watt power supply unit as minimum.

Of course a higher power and better quality PSU is going to be prefferable, but please make no mistake, your rosewill will work with that build.

GMiller · Apr 16, 2013

Alright thx lycros. I will hold off on the PSU for now cause i need to save the money. If it becomes an issue or i want to crossfire in the future, i will look into a new one. Appreciate the help and clarification!

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