- Oct 13, 2013
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Hey everyone! I wanted to verify that I have a descent gaming PC parts list. This is my first time building a computer. I want to be able to play all kinds of games; from Skyrim, to Battlefield 4, to MMOs (I use Steam to download games, or from the game companies' sites). I'd like to run all (or most of) my games at maximum, or close to maximum detail, and have a good FPS count, like 65-100+ FPS. I would also like to be able to do video editing, or at least have my computer good enough for it to be an option. I will try to be as detailed as possible in my list. if you would like more info, please ask! I will keep an open mind to everything, but I would also like to know the good things I have on my list.
- CPU - Intel i7-3770k
- 4 cores
- 8 threads
-Clock speed: 3.5 GHz
-Max Turbo frequency: 3.9 GHz
-8 MB cache
- GPU - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680
-Base Clock/Boost clock: 1006 MHz, 1058 MHz
-texture fill rate (billion/sec): 128.8
-memory speed: 6 Gbps
-standard memory config: 2048 MB (2GB)
-bus support: PCI Express 3.0
- Motherboard - MSI Intel Z77A-GD65 GAMING
-Chipset: Z77 express
-DDR3 memory: 1066-3000, dual memory channel, max = 32 GB
-PCI-Ex16: 3 (x16/x4/x4, or x8/x8/x4)
-PCI-E gen: Gen3 (16, 8, 4)
-SLI: yes
- RAM memory - Kingston Hyper X Blu
-8 GB (2 x 4GB modules)
-1600 MHz
-DDR3
-Non-ECC
- Hard Drive - Seagate Barracuda
-Size: 1 TB
-SATA 6 Gb/s
-Cache: 64 MB
-3.5 inch
-Speed: 7200 RPM
- Optical Drive - ASUS BW-12B1ST
-Blu-ray internal burner drive with disc encryption
-Speed: 12x
- PSU - Corsair CX series CX600m
-Size: 600 W
-ATX/EPS
-Modular
-80+ bronze
- Case - Cooler master HAF 922
-dimensions (W x H x D): 10 x 19.7 x 22.2 inches
-5.25 inch bays: 5 exposed (one could convert to 3.5" drive bay)
-3.5 inch bays: 5 hidden, 1 exposed (converted from one 5.25" bay)
-Fans: Front 200mm, Top 200mm or 2 x 120mm's, rear 120mm, bottom 120/140mm
(optional), side 200mm (optional)
There are some more things I would like to add, and after talking to some people on the forums, I am debating on whether or not to change some parts. I still would like an SSD in the $100-$175 range (no specific memory size), and I would like to find a good Display/Monitor for my computer in the $150-$250 range. On top of that I would like to put in a second GTX 680 graphics card after a little while, and bridge the two together using SLI. Is my board a good one for that?
Below are the parts that I may change:
- CPU - i7-4770k
and
- Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H (as suggested by TheBigTroll)
Conclusion:
The list above is not final, but it is very close to what I want the build to be like. I have a few questions to be answered on top of the examination of the parts above.
-(RAM) what is ECC/Non-ECC?
-What would be a good SSD? ($100-$175; no certain memory size)
-What would be a good Monitor/Display? ($150-$250)
-Is my MSI gaming Motherboard good for SLI bridging the 2 GPUs together?
(I may add/edit this later, but these are just some questions i have for now)
The more detailed your review/answer is, the better for me! Your knowledge is one major part of my success.
Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this, your advice helps a lot. The tech community is a great resource for stuff like this. I really appreciate it!
- CPU - Intel i7-3770k
- 4 cores
- 8 threads
-Clock speed: 3.5 GHz
-Max Turbo frequency: 3.9 GHz
-8 MB cache
- GPU - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680
-Base Clock/Boost clock: 1006 MHz, 1058 MHz
-texture fill rate (billion/sec): 128.8
-memory speed: 6 Gbps
-standard memory config: 2048 MB (2GB)
-bus support: PCI Express 3.0
- Motherboard - MSI Intel Z77A-GD65 GAMING
-Chipset: Z77 express
-DDR3 memory: 1066-3000, dual memory channel, max = 32 GB
-PCI-Ex16: 3 (x16/x4/x4, or x8/x8/x4)
-PCI-E gen: Gen3 (16, 8, 4)
-SLI: yes
- RAM memory - Kingston Hyper X Blu
-8 GB (2 x 4GB modules)
-1600 MHz
-DDR3
-Non-ECC
- Hard Drive - Seagate Barracuda
-Size: 1 TB
-SATA 6 Gb/s
-Cache: 64 MB
-3.5 inch
-Speed: 7200 RPM
- Optical Drive - ASUS BW-12B1ST
-Blu-ray internal burner drive with disc encryption
-Speed: 12x
- PSU - Corsair CX series CX600m
-Size: 600 W
-ATX/EPS
-Modular
-80+ bronze
- Case - Cooler master HAF 922
-dimensions (W x H x D): 10 x 19.7 x 22.2 inches
-5.25 inch bays: 5 exposed (one could convert to 3.5" drive bay)
-3.5 inch bays: 5 hidden, 1 exposed (converted from one 5.25" bay)
-Fans: Front 200mm, Top 200mm or 2 x 120mm's, rear 120mm, bottom 120/140mm
(optional), side 200mm (optional)
There are some more things I would like to add, and after talking to some people on the forums, I am debating on whether or not to change some parts. I still would like an SSD in the $100-$175 range (no specific memory size), and I would like to find a good Display/Monitor for my computer in the $150-$250 range. On top of that I would like to put in a second GTX 680 graphics card after a little while, and bridge the two together using SLI. Is my board a good one for that?
Below are the parts that I may change:
- CPU - i7-4770k
and
- Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H (as suggested by TheBigTroll)
Conclusion:
The list above is not final, but it is very close to what I want the build to be like. I have a few questions to be answered on top of the examination of the parts above.
-(RAM) what is ECC/Non-ECC?
-What would be a good SSD? ($100-$175; no certain memory size)
-What would be a good Monitor/Display? ($150-$250)
-Is my MSI gaming Motherboard good for SLI bridging the 2 GPUs together?
(I may add/edit this later, but these are just some questions i have for now)
The more detailed your review/answer is, the better for me! Your knowledge is one major part of my success.
Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this, your advice helps a lot. The tech community is a great resource for stuff like this. I really appreciate it!
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