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July 10, 2013 7:05:40 AM

Just planning for a new gaming build and always appreciate feedback here. The goal is to have a machine on the somewhat high-end side of medium tier components that achieves relatively high benchmarks, ability to OC, ultra settings,60 fps,1080p for a long time with the least amount of money.

So far I have chosen some parts based on characteristics that I wish to have, but I'm not sure yet.

cpu: i5 4670k planning to OC (4,5 if possible, will settle for 4,4)
cooler: enermax t40 (cheap and efficient from what I read, not so heavy for the m/b)
m/b: asus z87 pro (not sure)
gpu: nvidia 770 (I dont plan to put a 2nd) or 680. (I had ATI for many years, just thinking to try something different+I ll have the pc also connected to a 42''3Dtv)
ssd: samsung 840pro 128g

As for psu and ram I already have a corsair hx750 and a 8gb vengeance kit so I ll not spend anything there.

So basically I'm missing the tower. I like the Fractal design define r4 but I see it comes on small size as well so I am having thoughts maybe to make the pc smaller, since I ll only use 1 gpu.. But then I ll be rethinking the motherboard as well.. Any help?

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July 10, 2013 7:11:08 AM

You can go for a Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H or the UD3H. A good motherboard and a bit cheaper.

You can opt for a MicroATX motherboard in Gigabyte GA-Z87MX-D3H.
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July 10, 2013 7:21:22 AM

mike789 said:
Just planning for a new gaming build and always appreciate feedback here. The goal is to have a machine on the somewhat high-end side of medium tier components that achieves relatively high benchmarks, ability to OC, ultra settings,60 fps,1080p for a long time with the least amount of money.

So far I have chosen some parts based on characteristics that I wish to have, but I'm not sure yet.

cpu: i5 4670k planning to OC (4,5 if possible, will settle for 4,4)
cooler: enermax t40 (cheap and efficient from what I read, not so heavy for the m/b)
m/b: asus z87 pro (not sure)
gpu: nvidia 770 (I dont plan to put a 2nd) or 680. (I had ATI for many years, just thinking to try something different+I ll have the pc also connected to a 42''3Dtv)
ssd: samsung 840pro 128g

As for psu and ram I already have a corsair hx750 and a 8gb vengeance kit so I ll not spend anything there.

So basically I'm missing the tower. I like the Fractal design define r4 but I see it comes on small size as well so I am having thoughts maybe to make the pc smaller, since I ll only use 1 gpu.. But then I ll be rethinking the motherboard as well.. Any help?


Basically replicated your build with the Define Mini and a sweet mATX Motherboard at the same price as the mobo you chose. Don't know much about the Enermax cooler but, the obvious budget choice is the Hyper 212 EVO, it's really nice for the cost. I have one and it's great. Let me know if you have any other questions.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte G1.Sniper M5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($124.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($403.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($93.98 @ Amazon)
Total: $1072.90
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-10 10:18 EDT-0400)
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July 10, 2013 7:26:32 AM

Budge414 said:
Basically replicated your build with the Define Mini and a sweet mATX Motherboard at the same price as the mobo you chose. Don't know much about the Enermax cooler but, the obvious budget choice is the Hyper 212 EVO, it's really nice for the cost. I have one and it's great. Let me know if you have any other questions.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte G1.Sniper M5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($124.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($403.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($93.98 @ Amazon)
Total: $1072.90
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-10 10:18 EDT-0400)

Not the cheapest or best price/performance options available. I would say that the 212 EVO will be hard pressed to cover 4.5GHz OC on Haswell. The motherboard is also rather expensive.
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July 10, 2013 7:33:04 AM

ksham said:

Not the cheapest or best price/performance options available. I would say that the 212 EVO will be hard pressed to cover 4.5GHz OC on Haswell. The motherboard is also rather expensive.


I know, I pretty much matched the price of the mobo he was already considering. If he wants a cheaper option, go the GA-Z87MX-D3H: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz87....

As for the Cooler, if the EVO won't get there I don't think the Enermax will either, or it might but just. Go the Noctua U12P SE2 or Thermaltake Water 2.0 Performer (If you're cool with water cooling) for more effective coolers. For something a little cheaper go the CoolerMaster V8.
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July 10, 2013 12:28:00 PM

Thanx for the answers guys!
Actually I have a V8 for almost 3 years now on an i5 750@4ghz(stock 2.66) but im keeping it there plus I think its not good enough for a new build, as for water cooling it would be nice but to get a decent one you have to pay extra. The sniper motherboard is cool but do I really gain anything if I choose it over the GA-Z87MX-D3H?
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July 10, 2013 5:59:21 PM

mike789 said:
Thanx for the answers guys!
Actually I have a V8 for almost 3 years now on an i5 750@4ghz(stock 2.66) but im keeping it there plus I think its not good enough for a new build, as for water cooling it would be nice but to get a decent one you have to pay extra. The sniper motherboard is cool but do I really gain anything if I choose it over the GA-Z87MX-D3H?


I guess not enough to justify the extra price cost. The G1 Sniper is more of an enthusiast board and you will only see a difference if you are utilizing it's advantages. The Z87MX has a Digital VRM and good quality components. It is a very good board for the cost, especially considering there isn't a heap of features extra on the G1 over the MX. Nothing incredibly significant, anyway.

As for water cooling, see if you can get a good price on either a Thermaltake Water 2.0 Performer or Antec H2O Kuhler 620 or 920, they are all good water coolers. The thing is with cheaper water coolers is they tend to be outperformed by decent air coolers like the Noctua NH-U12P SE2. What's more, Noctua make some of the quietest performance fans in existence, it will be a fair way quieter than any of the water coolers.
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July 11, 2013 12:08:33 AM

Just by reading Toms article that compares most closed loop water coolers with the noctua d-14 I would say its an easy picking, its certain that what you say is correct about noctua, I ll try to find reviews and comments about the U12P as well, though my initial hesitation is that perhaps there will be some moving of the desktop, and a really heavy cooler in case of.. bad luck lets say; has a higher propability to damage the m/b.. plus the rig will quite heavier. However with proper care I dont think its a really big issue.
So I guess it depends on my budget which is not finalized yet, the last choices are between GA-Z87M-D3H vs g1 sniper x87m for mobo (though its hard for me to say goodbye to asus) and air vs water cpu cooler. If I decide to save a considerable amount I ll get the cheapest option and result will be the same, if I ll have the xtra $ I ll get the costly ones, stay a bit lighter and look cooler, mainly..
Also to be taken into copnsideration that I ll be buying the parts from europe so unfortunately no US prices for me :( 

Again @ Budge414 & ksham thanx for your inputs!

eg. in case of water cooling I think I ll also have to consider which can par easily with the case, I'd really like to skip situations that you have to make adjustments for fitting, that goes also for the air cooling I wouldn't want the size to cover the primary ram slots
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July 11, 2013 12:29:18 AM

mike789 said:
Just by reading Toms article that compares most closed loop water coolers with the noctua d-14 I would say its an easy picking, its certain that what you say is correct about noctua, I ll try to find reviews and comments about the U12P as well, though my initial hesitation is that perhaps there will be some moving of the desktop, and a really heavy cooler in case of.. bad luck lets say; has a higher propability to damage the m/b.. plus the rig will quite heavier. However with proper care I dont think its a really big issue.
So I guess it depends on my budget which is not finalized yet, the last choices are between GA-Z87M-D3H vs g1 sniper x87m for mobo (though its hard for me to say goodbye to asus) and air vs water cpu cooler. If I decide to save a considerable amount I ll get the cheapest option and result will be the same, if I ll have the xtra $ I ll get the costly ones, stay a bit lighter and look cooler, mainly..
Also to be taken into copnsideration that I ll be buying the parts from europe so unfortunately no US prices for me :( 

Again @ Budge414 & ksham thanx for your inputs!


Make sure you pick the Z87MX-D3H, not the regular Z87M-D3H, the X makes all the difference. It's a better VRM design and better overclocker, worth he extra money. You could always go for ASUS in the Z87M-PLUS, but for the same price or cheaper the Gigabyte board has slightly better features (I mean slight, like an extra fan header, and SLI support) and IMO, looks better. Good luck with everything in the end mate. Don't forget to close the thread and pick a best solution.
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