Building a PC, first one in a long time, help appreciated

anorma213 · Jun 21, 2013

Hi all. I am getting ready to build a PC. This will be the second one i have ever built, first one by myself, and for the first time in 15 years. I want to get back into PC gaming since i think the next console war is going to be a nightmare, but that is personal. This will be a dedicated gaming build, and i don't plan to update anything for a while, unless something goes up of course. I have done a ton of research, but given my lack of expertise i would like some help. Any compatibility issues, suggestions, or reccomendations will be appreciated.
My build:
1. EVGA GeForce GTX 770 SuperClocked w/ ACX Cooling 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support Video Card x2
2. Intel Core i7-3930K Sandy Bridge-E 3.2GHz LGA 2011 130W Six-Core Desktop Processor
3. ASUS Rampage IV Formula LGA 2011 Intel X79 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
4. CORSAIR Vengeance Pro 32GB (4 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2400 (PC3 19200) Desktop Memory Model (Red)
5. BitFenix BFC-CLS-500-KKWR1-RP Black/Red Window ATX Full Tower Computer Case
6. OCZ Vertex 4 2.5" 256GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
7. Seagate SV35 Series 2TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive x2
8. Rosewill 800W Continuous Intel Haswell Ready, ATX12V v2.31 & EPS12V v2.92, Modular PFC Power Supply
9. LG Black 12X BD-ROM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-ROM SATA Internal 12X Blu-ray Combo Drive
10. TP-LINK Dual Band Wireless N900 PCI Express Adapter, 2.4GHz 450Mbps/5GHz 450Mbps, IEEE 802.1a/b/g/n, WEP/WPA/WPA2
I think this build is a little overkill, but i have found overkill is under rated. My main questions are A) is my power supply going to be able to handle it and B) while I think everything is compatible, a second opinion sure wouldn't hurt. Thank you all for making novices feel like pros.

g-unit1111 · Jun 21, 2013

murbeck123 :

I agree, no reason to buy a 3930K for gaming, too much investment and there's almost zero payoff in terms of additional performance gain.

I'd get this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($78.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: OCZ Vector Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($425.91 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($425.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk III 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $2005.72
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-21 16:12 EDT-0400)

Dual GPUs for gaming will be far more beneficial than a 3930K will be.

bigshootr8 · Jun 21, 2013

I like G-Unit's build but I would change a few things

Motherboard: I would switch to the MSI Z87-GD65. This board has been HIGHLY recommended by everywhere I've read. From Computex to OC3D this board rocks. Has killernic which is interesting allows you to prioritize your packets, has stronger onboard then your typical realtek audio, has a more aggressive color scheme then your ASRock butt hole brown pcb (I have a ASRock Z68 Extreme4 Gen3 it doesn't match ANYTHING) And is at a very compelling price point.

I changed to the 840 Pro 256 gigabyte like the vector you get MLC flash so its a matter of preference. Quality begins with Samsung so I really prefer there product although OCZ is pretty good by there own merit.

I changed the power supply to the HX750 just a personal opinion choice I prefer to work with Corsair because I know they have a good customer service department and if things do go wrong you aren't looking at a long time without your components returned.

I changed the memory because well this memory will in my opinion help your air flow more so then any other low profile stick why you ask? Well because it only reaches just above the 2nd latch in your dimm slots so that gives your heatsink a little more breathing room especially if you have a NH-D14 will it be a huge temp drop no will it help probably.

I don't have an issue with a GTX780 as long as you can afford it.

To note there is a 38 dollar combo price drop with the motherboard and cpu which it doesn't show with the BBC code.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($78.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($187.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.60 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($219.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($155.97 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($419.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case ($110.98 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1628.46
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-21 17:35 EDT-0400)

g-unit1111 · Jun 21, 2013

Motherboard: I would switch to the MSI Z87-GD65. This board has been HIGHLY recommended by everywhere I've read. From Computex to OC3D this board rocks. Has killernic which is interesting allows you to prioritize your packets, has stronger onboard then your typical realtek audio, has a more aggressive color scheme then your ASRock butt hole brown pcb (I have a ASRock Z68 Extreme4 Gen3 it doesn't match ANYTHING) And is at a very compelling price point.

I've personally never been a big fan of MSI motherboards, I've had way too many fail on me. Most of the reviews I've read have given editors' choice awards to the Asrock Extreme 4/6.

I changed to the 840 Pro 256 gigabyte like the vector you get MLC flash so its a matter of preference. Quality begins with Samsung so I really prefer there product although OCZ is pretty good by there own merit.

That's another preference thing. I've had a OCZ Vector and have had zero problems with it. The 840 Pro is a good drive for sure, but I personally prefer a lower cost per GB, and a 256 GB drive doesn't factor well.

I changed the power supply to the HX750 just a personal opinion choice I prefer to work with Corsair because I know they have a good customer service department and if things do go wrong you aren't looking at a long time without your components returned.

The PSU I recommended is a rebranded Seasonic unit. Which is about as good as it gets. I have the Silencer MKII 950W and it's a great power supply, I've had no issues with it.

bigshootr8 · Jun 21, 2013

ASRock is great they make good boards and are pretty highly recommended I just feel like this time around the GD65 has been the board to recommend features, performance, and aesthetics. I personally would spend more with ASRock to get there black PCB instead of the Extreme4 which is a brown pcb. Which both the 4 and the 6 are brown come to think of it. Their pro boards are black but yea no dice with there 4 and 6. Again just a personal preference thing. All companies have there bad mobo's right now ASUS Z87 ROG series has been having issues which are normally praised so I'm not outside dismissing a brand of product based on prior history all the time.
http://overclock3d.net/reviews/cpu_mainboard/asus_maximus_vi_extreme_review/1

Power Supply is personal choice I guess. I prefer having that customer support line from Corsair I have a AX850 which is a Seasonic OEM I can't speak for the HX750 other than to say the HX series is pretty highly regarded as well. I guess part of my disinterest in PC Power and Cooling is they work with OCZ and they have had some real stinkers power supply wise in the past.

g-unit1111 · Jun 21, 2013

Power Supply is personal choice I guess. I prefer having that customer support line from Corsair I have a AX850 which is a Seasonic OEM I can't speak for the HX750 other than to say the HX series is pretty highly regarded as well. I guess part of my disinterest in PC Power and Cooling is they work with OCZ and they have had some real stinkers power supply wise in the past.

Now that PCPAC uses Seasonic and Super Flower, as opposed to Sirtec and Channel Well, that's all in the past.

bigshootr8 · Jun 21, 2013

I gotcha. I guess its just kind of a caution thing for me now. I'd still check Johnny Guru to see what he thinks. There have been companies who have claimed to have used all Japanese Caps who have in fact not cough cough fractal

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