Advice on Multimedia PC Build $1000-$1200

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Hello everyone

I've been doing quite a bit of research on my first PC build. The info is
pretty overwhelming for a first time builder and although I understand most
of the lingo I would like to hear from those of you more experienced.
I don't need the most top of the line components out there, just a PC that
is up for the various tasks. Currently I'm using a 2.4 Intel Duo Core
Macbook (2007?) that is maxed out in terms of upgrading RAM and HDD. I'm well aware that switching back to PC I'll have to buy new software, the Macbook will
still be used by my son. Hackintosh you say...no, not for this guy.


Approximate Purchase Date: 4-8 weeks

Budget Range:$1000-1200 ( a bit more if needed)

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Photo editing 35%, Video Editing 20%, Audio Recording 20%, 5% Gaming, 20% everything else from web browsing, watching movies etc.

Are you buying a monitor: No

Parts to Upgrade: New Build

Do you need to buy OS: No Already have Windows 7

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Amazon.ca, Newegg Canada, Tiger Direct

Location: Toronto, Canada

Parts Preferences: No Preference leaning towards Intel i7

Overclocking: Maybe

SLI or Crossfire: Maybe

Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1200

Additional Comments: Would like parts that will utilize software, Photoshop, Premiere, after effects, Sony Vegas, Cubase, Studio One

And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: New Build

http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/Jemini/saved/2cYJ


Thanks in advance!
 
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ps3hacker12
If your not planning on overclocking, then why buy such a great CPU cooler? If your not planning on OCing then the stock cooler is very quiet and really doesnt need replacing.

Overclocking is always a nice option to have, it can really cut down on rendering times and with such a high end cooler, you can easily get some high clocks with ease.

Even if you don't plan on OCing now, you could keep the option just incase you feel like it further down the line when your system begins to age.

also just saw that the Thermaltake Water 2.0 Extreme is on for a fantastic offer right now: (only $69!)
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/thermaltake-cpu-cooler-clw0217

for comparision the thermatake water 2.0 extreme is slightly better than a corsair H100.
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How about this?

http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/Jemini/saved/2dff

CPU Intel Core i7-3770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core $319.99
CPU Cooler Corsair H80i 77.0 CFM Liquid $93.38
Motherboard Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H ATX LGA1155 $184.75
Memory Corsair Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 $127.99
Storage Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" SSD $137.46
Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM $149.99
Video Card Gigabyte GeForce GTX 650 2GB $133.06
Power Supply Corsair 500W ATX12V $79.99
Optical Drive LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer $62.59

Total $1289
 
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Why not go for a Haswell based system? :
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H80i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($93.38 @ Newegg Canada)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.99 @ NCIX)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($100.47 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 650 Ti Boost 1GB Video Card ($139.99 @ NCIX)
Case: NZXT Tempest 410 ATX Mid Tower Case ($75.84 @ Newegg Canada)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($57.99 @ NCIX)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($62.59 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $1150.22
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-20 09:02 EDT-0400)
 
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I can definitely go that route since it's a "New Build". Overclocking isn't much of a concern for me, even though I know I can benefit from it for video and 3d graphic rendering...will it make that much difference? If not should I be looking at the non K version?

Thanks for the suggestion, would still love to hear any other feedback.
 
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If your not planning on overclocking, then why buy such a great CPU cooler? If your not planning on OCing then the stock cooler is very quiet and really doesnt need replacing.

Overclocking is always a nice option to have, it can really cut down on rendering times and with such a high end cooler, you can easily get some high clocks with ease.

Even if you don't plan on OCing now, you could keep the option just incase you feel like it further down the line when your system begins to age.

also just saw that the Thermaltake Water 2.0 Extreme is on for a fantastic offer right now: (only $69!)
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/part/thermaltake-cpu-cooler-clw0217

for comparision the thermatake water 2.0 extreme is slightly better than a corsair H100.
 
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Oh, I didn't realize I had left it on there, I may still get the K version should I have the need to overclock, as you say it nice to have the option.

I'm still looking at various mombo's and graphic cards so nothing is final as of yet, guess I'll make my decision once I read more reviews, get more feedback but your suggestion is a good point to start my build.

Really appreciate the help!

 
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