Decent gaming rig for under 1500
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kesselbomb81
October 1, 2013 9:23:07 PM
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JSic
I'm assuming this build will do for awhile. But I was just wondering if I could get suggestions to improve the build, or bring the price down some.
I'm assuming this build will do for awhile. But I was just wondering if I could get suggestions to improve the build, or bring the price down some.
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.79 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.67 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($135.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Sandisk 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($95.84 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Azza Solano 1000R ATX Full Tower Case ($89.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer MK III 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Memory Express)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1494.71
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 01:25 EDT-0400)
I did an overhaul on your build to get you a much higher performing rig.
For one, the i7-4770k far outperforms the 8350. It is the new Haswell architecture and the board is the Z87 chipset.
I got you a higher clocking memory with the same storage space and two modules to take advantage of your dual channels.
I added an SSD for you to load your operating system on and any programs that require fast read/write times (video editing programs for example).
While CrossFire is a cool feature, it isn't really worth the extra money. The general rule is that you get the GPU you have and 50% of the CrossFire GPU (this is true with SLI as well). Instead of CrossFire, I just got you one really good card for slightly more than your original build.
I changed out the case because the number one rule in gaming is COOLING. This full tower will give you the maximum room for airflow amongst all your components (not just your CPU).
I also changed your power supply to a Tier 2a PSU that will give you what you need, no more no less.
CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.79 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.67 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($135.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Sandisk 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($95.84 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Azza Solano 1000R ATX Full Tower Case ($89.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer MK III 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Memory Express)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1494.71
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 01:25 EDT-0400)
I did an overhaul on your build to get you a much higher performing rig.
For one, the i7-4770k far outperforms the 8350. It is the new Haswell architecture and the board is the Z87 chipset.
I got you a higher clocking memory with the same storage space and two modules to take advantage of your dual channels.
I added an SSD for you to load your operating system on and any programs that require fast read/write times (video editing programs for example).
While CrossFire is a cool feature, it isn't really worth the extra money. The general rule is that you get the GPU you have and 50% of the CrossFire GPU (this is true with SLI as well). Instead of CrossFire, I just got you one really good card for slightly more than your original build.
I changed out the case because the number one rule in gaming is COOLING. This full tower will give you the maximum room for airflow amongst all your components (not just your CPU).
I also changed your power supply to a Tier 2a PSU that will give you what you need, no more no less.
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yes better wait for hawaii
i would change the cpu to a i5-4430 or i5-4670k for overclocking.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($236.98 @ Newegg Canada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87-D3HP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($134.63 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($71.98 @ NCIX)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($319.99 @ NCIX)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($319.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Cooler Master HAF XB (Black) ATX Desktop Case ($89.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: XFX 850W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($107.42 @ DirectCanada)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1504.44
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 05:27 EDT-0400)
i would change the cpu to a i5-4430 or i5-4670k for overclocking.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($236.98 @ Newegg Canada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87-D3HP ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($134.63 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($71.98 @ NCIX)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($319.99 @ NCIX)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card (2-Way CrossFire) ($319.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Cooler Master HAF XB (Black) ATX Desktop Case ($89.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: XFX 850W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($107.42 @ DirectCanada)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1504.44
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 05:27 EDT-0400)
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 2:44:07 AM
kesselbomb81 said:
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JSicI'm assuming this build will do for awhile. But I was just wondering if I could get suggestions to improve the build, or bring the price down some.
Hey bud. How about making the rig that i am going to make?
BE AWARE THAT I ONLY HAVE 1 7950 but since you have a higher budget i made it crossfire for you.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1JVdr
This things a beast. Feel free to change the OS AND CASE but other than that its a beast.
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for the OP, this is what id get instead
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JVE9
-the i5 performs better period. can be price matched at ncix
-much better CPU cooler. its 59.99 at ncix
-you dont need 16gb of ram unless you are editing. ram can be price matched
-SSD will improve boot times and loading times drastically. can be price matched at ncix
-hard drive can be price matched
-no stupid triple slot cooling. if you can wait, the r9 290x or r9 290 will be coming out next week. if you want to hold off on the GPU, id do so
-dont really need 850w
-just pick the cheapest dvd drive
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JVE9
-the i5 performs better period. can be price matched at ncix
-much better CPU cooler. its 59.99 at ncix
-you dont need 16gb of ram unless you are editing. ram can be price matched
-SSD will improve boot times and loading times drastically. can be price matched at ncix
-hard drive can be price matched
-no stupid triple slot cooling. if you can wait, the r9 290x or r9 290 will be coming out next week. if you want to hold off on the GPU, id do so
-dont really need 850w
-just pick the cheapest dvd drive
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Mirakledba said:
kesselbomb81 said:
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JSicI'm assuming this build will do for awhile. But I was just wondering if I could get suggestions to improve the build, or bring the price down some.
Hey bud. How about making the rig that i am going to make?
BE AWARE THAT I ONLY HAVE 1 7950 but since you have a higher budget i made it crossfire for you.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1JVdr
This things a beast. Feel free to change the OS AND CASE but other than that its a beast.
this one is actually pretty medicore id say
-the cooler is crap. the cooling performance is mediocre and the installation is a total joke
-thermal paste isnt needed when most of the included stuff is better than silver 5. (assuming you have a proper cooler in the first place)
-the gigabyte boards are better for the money
-no SSD cripples the rig
-there are way better cases for cheaper. the arc midi r2 is a much better option than a no name
-way better psus for 10 bucks more
-windows 8
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 4:03:34 AM
TheBigTroll said:
for the OP, this is what id get insteadhttp://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/1JVE9
-the i5 performs better period. can be price matched at ncix
-much better CPU cooler. its 59.99 at ncix
-you dont need 16gb of ram unless you are editing. ram can be price matched
-SSD will improve boot times and loading times drastically. can be price matched at ncix
-hard drive can be price matched
-no stupid triple slot cooling. if you can wait, the r9 290x or r9 290 will be coming out next week. if you want to hold off on the GPU, id do so
-dont really need 850w
-just pick the cheapest dvd drive
Listen. Dont hate on the OS. Other than that, It does need an SSD and this is a great cooler http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168....
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 4:22:44 AM
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.79 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.67 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($64.30 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage: Sandisk 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($95.84 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Antec Eleven Hundred ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer MK III 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Memory Express)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1433.03
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 13:51 EDT-0400)
This is a better build. The CPU cooler is fine, I don't know why you are fighting over that. Liquid cooling should only be an issue when overclocking, which this i7 will work for years without needing to overclock. It has an SSD. The GeForce 770 will be better or at least match whatever AMD is coming out with.
CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($339.79 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G41 PC Mate ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($109.67 @ DirectCanada)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($64.30 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage: Sandisk 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($95.84 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($77.98 @ NCIX)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Antec Eleven Hundred ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX)
Power Supply: PC Power & Cooling Silencer MK III 600W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Memory Express)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($17.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1433.03
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-02 13:51 EDT-0400)
This is a better build. The CPU cooler is fine, I don't know why you are fighting over that. Liquid cooling should only be an issue when overclocking, which this i7 will work for years without needing to overclock. It has an SSD. The GeForce 770 will be better or at least match whatever AMD is coming out with.
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sactorage
October 2, 2013 11:51:13 AM
For 69.99 he can get a Noctua NH-D14 CPU Cooler, which has great cooling and out performs most of the coolers out there, whether he plans to OC or not
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhd14
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhd14
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 11:52:28 AM
sactorage said:
For 69.99 he can get a Noctua NH-D14 CPU Cooler, which has great cooling and out performs most of the coolers out there, whether he plans to OC or nothttp://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhd14
Is it better than this? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/zalman-cpu-cooler-cnps9900...
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sactorage
October 2, 2013 12:03:20 PM
Mirakledba said:
sactorage said:
For 69.99 he can get a Noctua NH-D14 CPU Cooler, which has great cooling and out performs most of the coolers out there, whether he plans to OC or nothttp://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhd14
Is it better than this? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/zalman-cpu-cooler-cnps9900...
Most definitely, its a large cooler, not very pretty to look at, but it works great
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Mirakledba said:
TheBigTroll said:
single thin radiator liquid coolers are a total joke. please, a tc12dx is both cheaper and better performing without the noiseOk, please send me a link of a good watercooler or normal cpu cooler for 70$ max.
Noctua NH-D14 or the phanteks equivalent. smashes anything for the price range while being half as loud
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 1:58:16 PM
TheBigTroll said:
Mirakledba said:
TheBigTroll said:
single thin radiator liquid coolers are a total joke. please, a tc12dx is both cheaper and better performing without the noiseOk, please send me a link of a good watercooler or normal cpu cooler for 70$ max.
Noctua NH-D14 or the phanteks equivalent. smashes anything for the price range while being half as loud
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168... does this smash the zalman and is it half as loud? is it good and is the LED red?
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Mirakledba
October 2, 2013 2:05:06 PM
TheBigTroll said:
Mirakledba said:
TheBigTroll said:
single thin radiator liquid coolers are a total joke. please, a tc12dx is both cheaper and better performing without the noiseOk, please send me a link of a good watercooler or normal cpu cooler for 70$ max.
Noctua NH-D14 or the phanteks equivalent. smashes anything for the price range while being half as loud
I hope the http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168... isnt too big for the azza solono 1000R and i hope they dont block the view.
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Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 3:47:42 AM
TheBigTroll said:
so what? if your fan needs to run at max rpm while cooling the overclock, how is it much better than the stock cooler? the purpose of an aftermarket cooler is to drop the noise and drop the temps. i agree and i want the phantek but it will block the view of the side panel. so the zalman is good and fast, cool and it drops temps
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Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 4:46:34 AM
Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 5:57:58 AM
TheBigTroll said:
why would you even bother with that crappy case in the first place?Do you know ANY good RED LED Cases with ALL stock fans RED???? GIVE IT A BREAK! You just made it clear that you are trolling. Find a good case for that price that has red LEDS and Fans, if you do, send me the link. This case is good quality!
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given the fact that you determine the quality of a case solely based on the colour, i have no reason to help you. go ahead with your purchase, but if you find a floppy side panel or no useable cabling space in the back, not my fault that you are ignoring the facts
there is no reason for a moderator to troll.
there is no reason for a moderator to troll.
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Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 7:19:33 AM
TheBigTroll said:
given the fact that you determine the quality of a case solely based on the colour, i have no reason to help you. go ahead with your purchase, but if you find a floppy side panel or no useable cabling space in the back, not my fault that you are ignoring the factsthere is no reason for a moderator to troll.
Its not about the color. But what is a good case that has lots of Red LED stock fans?
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none because no case maker in their right mind loads their cases with LED fans. and if they do, either the case is low quality or the fans are low quality or both.
again, the arc midi is the best value for the money. if you want to load it with LEDs, its your call. id recommend 2 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy LEDs and a 1 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy white LEDs so it doesnt look stupidly washed out
again, the arc midi is the best value for the money. if you want to load it with LEDs, its your call. id recommend 2 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy LEDs and a 1 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy white LEDs so it doesnt look stupidly washed out
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Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 8:30:00 AM
TheBigTroll said:
none because no case maker in their right mind loads their cases with LED fans. and if they do, either the case is low quality or the fans are low quality or both.again, the arc midi is the best value for the money. if you want to load it with LEDs, its your call. id recommend 2 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy LEDs and a 1 15cm strip of bitfenix alchemy white LEDs so it doesnt look stupidly washed out
i like something with a side panel. How about the Corsair Carbide Series 500R ?
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Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 8:41:56 AM
Mirakledba
October 3, 2013 8:57:53 AM
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