- May 6, 2013
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I'd first like to thank everyone in the Tom's Hardware community for the wealth of information you guys provide on a daily basis! I have gained a lot of great information already in regards to my new build and am hoping you guys can help me with the remaining questions I have.
I am a Software Engineer (modeling and simulation) and I'm looking to create a build for home that I can also work from. I do NOT need the computer for rendering or animation. The 3D software we make does not use hi-res textures and we rely heavily on OpenSceneGraph(OpenGL), OGRE, and Qt for 3D graphics/GUI. Other info of note (summarized): Visual Studio 2010, Eclipse, Virtual Machine (sometimes multiple), Dual Boot in Linux (not necessary with VM), 20-50 tabs in browser, compiling large projects (30 min+).
That summarizes my needs in regards to working from home. As for my personal needs I'd first like to say that I am not a gamer. I do play emulated games (up to PS1/PS2) on occasions but that's about it. I mainly use my computer for browsing internet (10-40 tabs), streaming video services, and data transfer/storage. I want to eventually build myself a HTPC but I'm hoping this system can fulfill those needs in the meantime. I currently have a Roku and a laptop hooked up via HDMI to my 55" Vierra VT30. I'd like to have 2 monitors (1920 x 1080) for this build and a possible third output with the TV to replace what my laptop is doing.
I have done a lot of looking around on the internet and through the Tom's Hardware forums for information and have found a lot (almost too much) information. At this point I thought it would be a little more efficient if I asked for some help on the build so I can get pointed in the right direction. I'll summarize what ideas I have for the build in a paragraph and then I'll put all the information in the normal outline.
Barring any new cpu/mobo/etc. coming out in the near future that may better meet my needs, I'm looking to build this ASAP. I currently need all parts for this build, including mouse/keyboard, OS, Monitors, etc. I won't need suggestions (unless you have some off the top of your head) for stuff like mouse/keyboard or monitors cause I can look that stuff up. I'm mainly looking for suggestions for items that can have compatibility issues or are hard to review (mobo, PSU, RAM, HD/SSD). A quiet build is a plus but not worth an arm and a leg. I don't necessarily have a budget for this but I couldn't imagine that I would need to spend more than $2500 - $3000 to meet my needs. I'm looking for something that will give me great response time while doing the task I outlined above while not being too cost inefficient. I'm open to anything that will make this build faster, more effective, or more efficient (overclocking, RAID, etc.).
That's about it, sorry if it was long winded. Thank you once again for your help!
Approximate Purchase Date: Barring any new cpu/mobo/etc. coming out in the near future that may better meet my needs, I'm looking to build this ASAP.
Budget Range: Less than $3000
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Software Development, Web Browsing, Media Center, Word Processing
Are you buying a monitor: Yes (Two 22"-24" 1920 x 1080, big size pref)
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I have an Amazon Prime account but whatever is more cost effective. I may pay a little more for fast shipping.
Location: Orlando, Florida
Parts Preferences: N/A
Overclocking: Maybe (Not sure what's the cons for my use case)
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Additional Comments: Quiet build is a plus. I want to buy 2 22"-24" 1920 x 1080 monitors and possible output a third signal to my 55" Vierra VT30.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Productivity!!! My 14" laptop doesn't cut it for writing code or working on my business ventures.
The things I believe that are a good fit...
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $329.98
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-13 22:34 EDT-0400)
Also thinking 16gb RAM, 2-3tb Storage (HD/SSD), a quality PSU, and I have no clue on Video Card. All the info I find on Video Cards is doesn't really compare to my use case.
I am a Software Engineer (modeling and simulation) and I'm looking to create a build for home that I can also work from. I do NOT need the computer for rendering or animation. The 3D software we make does not use hi-res textures and we rely heavily on OpenSceneGraph(OpenGL), OGRE, and Qt for 3D graphics/GUI. Other info of note (summarized): Visual Studio 2010, Eclipse, Virtual Machine (sometimes multiple), Dual Boot in Linux (not necessary with VM), 20-50 tabs in browser, compiling large projects (30 min+).
That summarizes my needs in regards to working from home. As for my personal needs I'd first like to say that I am not a gamer. I do play emulated games (up to PS1/PS2) on occasions but that's about it. I mainly use my computer for browsing internet (10-40 tabs), streaming video services, and data transfer/storage. I want to eventually build myself a HTPC but I'm hoping this system can fulfill those needs in the meantime. I currently have a Roku and a laptop hooked up via HDMI to my 55" Vierra VT30. I'd like to have 2 monitors (1920 x 1080) for this build and a possible third output with the TV to replace what my laptop is doing.
I have done a lot of looking around on the internet and through the Tom's Hardware forums for information and have found a lot (almost too much) information. At this point I thought it would be a little more efficient if I asked for some help on the build so I can get pointed in the right direction. I'll summarize what ideas I have for the build in a paragraph and then I'll put all the information in the normal outline.
Barring any new cpu/mobo/etc. coming out in the near future that may better meet my needs, I'm looking to build this ASAP. I currently need all parts for this build, including mouse/keyboard, OS, Monitors, etc. I won't need suggestions (unless you have some off the top of your head) for stuff like mouse/keyboard or monitors cause I can look that stuff up. I'm mainly looking for suggestions for items that can have compatibility issues or are hard to review (mobo, PSU, RAM, HD/SSD). A quiet build is a plus but not worth an arm and a leg. I don't necessarily have a budget for this but I couldn't imagine that I would need to spend more than $2500 - $3000 to meet my needs. I'm looking for something that will give me great response time while doing the task I outlined above while not being too cost inefficient. I'm open to anything that will make this build faster, more effective, or more efficient (overclocking, RAID, etc.).
That's about it, sorry if it was long winded. Thank you once again for your help!
Approximate Purchase Date: Barring any new cpu/mobo/etc. coming out in the near future that may better meet my needs, I'm looking to build this ASAP.
Budget Range: Less than $3000
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Software Development, Web Browsing, Media Center, Word Processing
Are you buying a monitor: Yes (Two 22"-24" 1920 x 1080, big size pref)
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I have an Amazon Prime account but whatever is more cost effective. I may pay a little more for fast shipping.
Location: Orlando, Florida
Parts Preferences: N/A
Overclocking: Maybe (Not sure what's the cons for my use case)
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Additional Comments: Quiet build is a plus. I want to buy 2 22"-24" 1920 x 1080 monitors and possible output a third signal to my 55" Vierra VT30.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Productivity!!! My 14" laptop doesn't cut it for writing code or working on my business ventures.
The things I believe that are a good fit...
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Microcenter)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $329.98
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-05-13 22:34 EDT-0400)
Also thinking 16gb RAM, 2-3tb Storage (HD/SSD), a quality PSU, and I have no clue on Video Card. All the info I find on Video Cards is doesn't really compare to my use case.
. I've heard good things about the 670 so I'm not ruling it out but is there any other 3 output card that may better suit my needs?
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