Hey guys! First, I've done a ton of research over the last couple months on building a computer. I've repaired hardware on computers in the past, but never built from the ground up. However, this may be one of the best communities for requesting build advice, so thanks in advance.
Now, I live in Massachusetts, but I'll be buying my parts in New Hampshire (no sales tax WHOO!). I'm not a huge gamer, I am a huge movie buff and watch them online regularly, and generally I want a system that is quick, responsive and I wont have any issues with (don't we all). Furthermore, while I don't spend days playing games like I used to, I want a system that's able to play some games I have my eye on (Rome 2, Final Fantasy: Realm Reborn). Below, I'll use Finneous' template to answer some questions you guys will undoubtedly have:
Approximate Purchase Date: To be honest, it doesn't matter as much. I would love to have it RIGHT NOW haha, but by the end of the year is cool too.
Budget Range: I don't really want to put a maximum on it. I just want a system that is able to suit my needs and more. I don't believe I will need a super system with 4-way SLI Titans, but a system that is able to kick ass with anything I throw at it.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Movies, Games, Surfing the internet, very rare photo editting or graphic design work.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, but probably not right away, but we can talk about it, so I know I know what I am looking for. I'm looking to get the system built first. Then, I'll make sure it runs correctly and add the peripherals in slowly.
Parts to Upgrade: Just about everything haha. I might have a case if everything I want fits in it. Let's not talk about that though because I have like 10 cases and I'm more interested in getting your expertise on the parts I'll need. I'll buy a case if I need to.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes, not a fan of Window 8, so I'll be buying Windows 7
Please note that if you're using an OEM license of Windows, you will need a new one when buying a new motherboard.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I have my heart set out on acquiring my parts in NH because I hoping I'll get better service if things go awry(just going back to the store instead of staying on hold with a call center for 30 minutes and have someone explain a cancellation policy to me and then hopefully getting my replacement parts a couple weeks later). If I do buy online, I would like to get the best value, so what ever website provides me with the best deal.
Location: I'm on the border of Massachusetts and NH. I don't mind travelling 200 miles in order to get a significantly better deal if you guys know of a store up here.
Parts Preferences: I've had good experiences with AMD and Intel CPUs, but I'm not nearly as experienced as some other people and I've heard Intel CPUs are the way to go. I really want the Geforce 770 because I believe I'll be able to max out the graphics on the games I play with it, but let me know if you think it is appropriate for me.
Overclocking: Maybe, I chose an i5-4670K in my build on pcpartpicker (entire build is below). I'm not opposed to overclocking. I wont do it to begin with, though. I'm not interested in spending on an expensive cooler right away because I don't think I'll need it for the games that I play.
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe, if I need to down the line. I chose the MSI Z87 MPOWER Max as my motherboard. Mainly, because it looks pretty upgradable, but really not sure with this chose. What do you think? I want USB 3.0 because my case will be equipped with it.
Your Monitor Resolution: Not sure here. I was just going to attach it to the monitors I have now, but I definitely want to upgrade. I heard 1900 x 1200 LED is the way to go. Do you think I'll need it?
Additional Comments: I really don't want or need anything flashy. A quiet PC is nice since I'll be watching movies, but I believe I could attach some switches to each fan and turn them off if I needed to.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I can't a few games that I've wanted to play and my computer is a POS. I've always wanted to build my own computer. I need something to do...haha
CPU: Intel i5-4670K 3.4 GHz - $230.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i54670k
Cooler: will use CPU equipped heatsink for now.
MOBO: MSI Z87 MPOWER Max - $268.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z87mpowermax
RAM: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory - $143.00
Storage: A-Data XPG SX900 256GB SSD - $217.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/a-data-internal-hard-drive-asx900s3256gmc
and
Western Digital 1TB WD10EXED - $60.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/western-digital-internal-hard-drive-wd10ezex
Video Card: MSI Geforce GTX 770 2GB - $400.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-video-card-n770tf2gd5oc
Case: Whatever works out. I chose the Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case in my build on pcpartpicker mainly because I like the feet on the bottom of the case. Lawl, I bet you don't hear that often.- $160.00
PSU: SeaSonic 650W ATX12V - $140.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss650km
OS: Windows 7 - $90.00
Total: $1708.00
Prices are from TigerDirect because I think there's one in NH. However, they are pretty expensive, so I may look somewhere else.
So, what do you guys think? Do I need a 770? Will the MOBO allow for the later expansion I want? What do you think is the best case for my build? Am I wrong about all of it?
EDIT: Forgot to put RAM in. Whoops...adjusted total
Now, I live in Massachusetts, but I'll be buying my parts in New Hampshire (no sales tax WHOO!). I'm not a huge gamer, I am a huge movie buff and watch them online regularly, and generally I want a system that is quick, responsive and I wont have any issues with (don't we all). Furthermore, while I don't spend days playing games like I used to, I want a system that's able to play some games I have my eye on (Rome 2, Final Fantasy: Realm Reborn). Below, I'll use Finneous' template to answer some questions you guys will undoubtedly have:
Approximate Purchase Date: To be honest, it doesn't matter as much. I would love to have it RIGHT NOW haha, but by the end of the year is cool too.
Budget Range: I don't really want to put a maximum on it. I just want a system that is able to suit my needs and more. I don't believe I will need a super system with 4-way SLI Titans, but a system that is able to kick ass with anything I throw at it.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Movies, Games, Surfing the internet, very rare photo editting or graphic design work.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, but probably not right away, but we can talk about it, so I know I know what I am looking for. I'm looking to get the system built first. Then, I'll make sure it runs correctly and add the peripherals in slowly.
Parts to Upgrade: Just about everything haha. I might have a case if everything I want fits in it. Let's not talk about that though because I have like 10 cases and I'm more interested in getting your expertise on the parts I'll need. I'll buy a case if I need to.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes, not a fan of Window 8, so I'll be buying Windows 7
Please note that if you're using an OEM license of Windows, you will need a new one when buying a new motherboard.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: I have my heart set out on acquiring my parts in NH because I hoping I'll get better service if things go awry(just going back to the store instead of staying on hold with a call center for 30 minutes and have someone explain a cancellation policy to me and then hopefully getting my replacement parts a couple weeks later). If I do buy online, I would like to get the best value, so what ever website provides me with the best deal.
Location: I'm on the border of Massachusetts and NH. I don't mind travelling 200 miles in order to get a significantly better deal if you guys know of a store up here.
Parts Preferences: I've had good experiences with AMD and Intel CPUs, but I'm not nearly as experienced as some other people and I've heard Intel CPUs are the way to go. I really want the Geforce 770 because I believe I'll be able to max out the graphics on the games I play with it, but let me know if you think it is appropriate for me.
Overclocking: Maybe, I chose an i5-4670K in my build on pcpartpicker (entire build is below). I'm not opposed to overclocking. I wont do it to begin with, though. I'm not interested in spending on an expensive cooler right away because I don't think I'll need it for the games that I play.
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe, if I need to down the line. I chose the MSI Z87 MPOWER Max as my motherboard. Mainly, because it looks pretty upgradable, but really not sure with this chose. What do you think? I want USB 3.0 because my case will be equipped with it.
Your Monitor Resolution: Not sure here. I was just going to attach it to the monitors I have now, but I definitely want to upgrade. I heard 1900 x 1200 LED is the way to go. Do you think I'll need it?
Additional Comments: I really don't want or need anything flashy. A quiet PC is nice since I'll be watching movies, but I believe I could attach some switches to each fan and turn them off if I needed to.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: I can't a few games that I've wanted to play and my computer is a POS. I've always wanted to build my own computer. I need something to do...haha
CPU: Intel i5-4670K 3.4 GHz - $230.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i54670k
Cooler: will use CPU equipped heatsink for now.
MOBO: MSI Z87 MPOWER Max - $268.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z87mpowermax
RAM: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory - $143.00
Storage: A-Data XPG SX900 256GB SSD - $217.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/a-data-internal-hard-drive-asx900s3256gmc
and
Western Digital 1TB WD10EXED - $60.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/western-digital-internal-hard-drive-wd10ezex
Video Card: MSI Geforce GTX 770 2GB - $400.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-video-card-n770tf2gd5oc
Case: Whatever works out. I chose the Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case in my build on pcpartpicker mainly because I like the feet on the bottom of the case. Lawl, I bet you don't hear that often.- $160.00
PSU: SeaSonic 650W ATX12V - $140.00
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-ss650km
OS: Windows 7 - $90.00
Total: $1708.00
Prices are from TigerDirect because I think there's one in NH. However, they are pretty expensive, so I may look somewhere else.
So, what do you guys think? Do I need a 770? Will the MOBO allow for the later expansion I want? What do you think is the best case for my build? Am I wrong about all of it?
EDIT: Forgot to put RAM in. Whoops...adjusted total