Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD4H - $$179.93
Asus Maximus VI Hero - $189.99
Asus Maximus V Formula - $289
Asus Maximus V Gene - $199.99
I am just about to build my system which is going to be
CPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5/benchmarks/
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE_BK 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VI FORMULA ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($289.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($165.51 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($127.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($447.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 1050W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit) ($96.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: BenQ RL2450HT 24.0" Monitor ($184.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2036.39
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-25 04:49 EDT-0400)
However people keep on asking why I was going to get the formula here are my reasons:
1. It's sturdy, manages heat well, multiple options for cooling, great bios and over clocking capabilities.
2. I really like Asus as a company, i believe they make great products and have always been a solid supporter.
3. I need some of the onboard features including the wireless card which i would have to buy anyway.
4. I will be looking to run SLI possibly within the next year period and quad within 3 years I want a mother board this is going to last and be compatible.
5. It looks awesome.
But yeah I'm not sure if its overkill I don't mind forking out extra for a good motherboard as i understand its essentially the spine of your computer and I want mine to last a long time with numerous upgrade opportunities.
Anyway will be great to hear back from you guys
cheers.
Asus Maximus VI Hero - $189.99
Asus Maximus V Formula - $289
Asus Maximus V Gene - $199.99
I am just about to build my system which is going to be
CPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1SYu5/benchmarks/
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE_BK 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VI FORMULA ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($289.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($165.51 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($127.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($447.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 1050W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit) ($96.99 @ NCIX US)
Monitor: BenQ RL2450HT 24.0" Monitor ($184.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2036.39
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-10-25 04:49 EDT-0400)
However people keep on asking why I was going to get the formula here are my reasons:
1. It's sturdy, manages heat well, multiple options for cooling, great bios and over clocking capabilities.
2. I really like Asus as a company, i believe they make great products and have always been a solid supporter.
3. I need some of the onboard features including the wireless card which i would have to buy anyway.
4. I will be looking to run SLI possibly within the next year period and quad within 3 years I want a mother board this is going to last and be compatible.
5. It looks awesome.
But yeah I'm not sure if its overkill I don't mind forking out extra for a good motherboard as i understand its essentially the spine of your computer and I want mine to last a long time with numerous upgrade opportunities.
Anyway will be great to hear back from you guys
cheers.
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