New rig need opinions - going to be purchased today!

n1ghtr4v3n · Aug 30, 2013

Hey there,

I am going to purchase the following build today, but before buying it, I'd like to get final opinions...
Here we go...

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.97 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Asus GRYPHON Z87 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($168.74 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($58.65 @ Newegg)
Storage: Corsair Force Series GS 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7870 XT 2GB Video Card (Purchased For $225.00)
Case: Zalman Z11 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case ($72.98 @ Outlet PC)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 850W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.49 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 Professional (OEM) (64-bit) ($129.98 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Samsung S23B550V 23.0" Monitor
Total: $1238.77
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-30 07:11 EDT-0400)

Thanks in advance.

rolli59 · Aug 30, 2013

Looks good but the HD7870XT is currently more expensive than the HD7950 (more powerful) and the PSU is though a massive overkill since a 750watt unit would run that with two cards in crossfire.

Shaik Farooq · Aug 30, 2013

750 watt psu but if u crossfire then your psu is ok

n1ghtr4v3n · Aug 30, 2013

rolli59 :

well yea, I got the 7870xt in hand already. promoting it from my former rig along with monitor and op.sys. the rest will be purchased.

markwp · Aug 30, 2013

In addition to the psu comments, I would change your ram to a set without spreaders - they will almost certainly interfere with your Hyper 212.

rolli59 · Aug 30, 2013

n1ghtr4v3n :

It is a good card and no reason to upgrade.
The ripjaws fit fine under my Hyper 212!

rvilkman · Aug 30, 2013

If you can spare the $50 cash: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB for SSD. For more space and similar performance to the Samsung 840 Pro 128GB. If not the Samsung 840 Pro 128GB for SSD. Which you can get for 122.99 with free shipping from NCIX

And also if 750W is enough for you Corsair hx750 from newegg, 109.99 before 20 MIR.

n1ghtr4v3n · Aug 30, 2013

rolli59 :

good to hear. I checked some google images to see if it actually fits, mostly there is no problem but I also believe it is dependent on motherboard layout too

n1ghtr4v3n · Aug 30, 2013

what do you guys think about the gryphon series boards? I was actually going to buy a z87-a but then I decided if I am going to get a smaller case (in close future it is possible, something from Bitfenix or Silverstone) I may need a microATX instead. but wasnt really sure if its an upgrade over *-a or *-plus

rolli59 · Aug 30, 2013

n1ghtr4v3n :

rolli59 :

good to hear. I checked some google images to see if it actually fits, mostly there is no problem but I also believe it is dependent on motherboard layout too

I have it on Asus P8Z77V-LK and the 212's fan removes easy (clips) so installing or removing ram is easy just take the fan off if overhanging.

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