Hello everybody, this is my first post here so please bear with me
After much thought and back-and-forthing, I've decided to build my own machine instead of purchase from a boutique builder, and I would appreciate any feedback on my components -- regarding compatibility (from what I've researched, all components should get along swimmingly), space, or cooling, all is welcome
Now, on to the build:
-Case: CM Storm Scout II Advanced (Gunmetal)
-CPU: Intel i5 4670K
-GPU: EVGA GTX 770 4gb superclocked
-Mobo: MSI Z87-G45
-RAM: G-skill Ripjaws x-series 16gb (2x8gb sticks, 1600 DDR3)
-Drive 1: Samsung MZ-7PD128BW 128gb SSD
-Drive 2;Western Digital WD10EZEX 1Tb 7200 rpm HDD
-PSU: Rosewill Capstone-750-M
-Asus 24x CD/DVD R/W
Now, my main actual question for you guys is regarding CPU cooling. I do plan on overclocking my CPU later on (probably to around 4ghz) so I don't need a crazy cooling solution, but the stock fan isn't going to cut it. I'm considering a CM Seidon 120M, but from what I've read I can get similar performance from a heatsink, but I find huge heatsinks somewhat ugly, and want to be able to admire my Mobo from my case ;3; what do you guys recommend regarding cooling, and where should I place the radiator if I go for the closed circuit?
Thanks so much in advance, cheers.
***Edit: I should specify that this will be used for gaming, if that wasn't already clear, hehe
After much thought and back-and-forthing, I've decided to build my own machine instead of purchase from a boutique builder, and I would appreciate any feedback on my components -- regarding compatibility (from what I've researched, all components should get along swimmingly), space, or cooling, all is welcome
Now, on to the build:
-Case: CM Storm Scout II Advanced (Gunmetal)
-CPU: Intel i5 4670K
-GPU: EVGA GTX 770 4gb superclocked
-Mobo: MSI Z87-G45
-RAM: G-skill Ripjaws x-series 16gb (2x8gb sticks, 1600 DDR3)
-Drive 1: Samsung MZ-7PD128BW 128gb SSD
-Drive 2;Western Digital WD10EZEX 1Tb 7200 rpm HDD
-PSU: Rosewill Capstone-750-M
-Asus 24x CD/DVD R/W
Now, my main actual question for you guys is regarding CPU cooling. I do plan on overclocking my CPU later on (probably to around 4ghz) so I don't need a crazy cooling solution, but the stock fan isn't going to cut it. I'm considering a CM Seidon 120M, but from what I've read I can get similar performance from a heatsink, but I find huge heatsinks somewhat ugly, and want to be able to admire my Mobo from my case ;3; what do you guys recommend regarding cooling, and where should I place the radiator if I go for the closed circuit?
Thanks so much in advance, cheers.
***Edit: I should specify that this will be used for gaming, if that wasn't already clear, hehe