Building a $1.7 K gaming PC, need advice on my proposed build

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Yash Chauhan

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Hello all,

I've put together a PC system that I plan to assemble, and would like some advice on the build. I want to ask three things:

1. Is my GPU setup good? Should I get something more cost efficient?
2. Should I get the rm - 750 PSU or the ax - 760?
3. Can I get a full tower which has a window for around $100? Do I even need a full tower?

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/xpoizone/saved/34Ki

Thanks for the assistance.

EDIT: Okay, here are a few things I want to mention:

1. I really wanted a 1440p monitor but they seem to be really expensive.
2. If I get a gtx 770 it will save me enough for a 1440p monitor, but then I won't be able to run that nicely.
3. I'm looking around but the fractal design R4 with window is over $100 everywhere.
4. I know dual channel is better but later on when I need 16 gigs of RAM I will save the price of an 8 gig stick..or should I just go 4x4 gigs?

I live in Canada
 
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1) Yeah it's good. It depends how much you want to spend, and what you want to achieve. The monitor you are buying is only 1080P, so it is kinda overkill for that resolution. It does mean it'll have a pretty long life expectancy, but you could spend $150 less and not really notice much difference.

2) Neither. For a single graphics card setup, a 550-600W PSU is plenty.

3) There are lots of windowed cases which are significantly under $100. You don't need a full tower. A good example is the Bitfenix Shinobi which has a deal on this week which makes it $55. Also worth a look, Fractal Design Define R4/Arc Midi, Antec Eleven Hundred

Couple of additional points -
2*4Gb is generally a better option than 1*8Gb as it means the memory runs in dual channel mode.
Caviar Black drives are expensive because of the 5 year warranty. If this isn't a big deal, change to a Caviar Blue.
 
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1. EVGA is known for it's warranty and customer support. But, GIGABYTE and MSI have higher clocks out of the box. You won't go wrong with either one, though.

2. Definitely the AX. But I would lean over Seasonic or Antec since the their company is fully focused on Power Supplies.

3. Well, a bigger case might be heaver but most likely, you system will run cooler. And, if you need to do something inside of it, the larger size of the full tower will give you more room and slack for your arms and hands to dig inside. Your case is probably the one one that is around for 100 bucks. Others are much higher than that. Stick with it if you have a tight budget.

Hopefully this solved your issues. All the best.

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I honestly think that's a pretty solid build.

1.) The GPU is solid, I may advise to get one with an aftermarket cooler installed for room for overclocking and to keep the temps down.
2.) I would say go with the AX, since there is a $10 difference and you are getting a platinum rated PSU and they usually use higher quality components.
3.) A full tower is utilized best if you have 4-5+ hard drives, you want 2,3,4 GPU's and for custom water cooling loops.

I just recently picked up the Corsair 900D full tower, which is a gigantic case. I plan on eventually running a custom water cooler, but I really wanted it for 2 Gtx 780's each with a prolimatech mk26 cooler and want the extra cooling from the larger case. Plus I have 5 drives in it already.

Edit: I have the EVGA gpu as what you posted, and I can achieve 1150~ mhz core clock with that MK26 cooler on it. Unless you plan on a custom heatsink, look into a non-reference card.
 
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I have some suggestions:

1.) The GPU is overkill if you are playing at 1080p, something like a R9 280X / GTX 770 would max out all games at 1080p.

2.) You do not need 750W for a single GPU config. I suggest something like the XFX 550W. That should be plenty of power and you will still be able to OC your components.

3.) You do not need a full tower. A case like the Define R4 has a windowed version under $100 and it is, in my opinion, the best case for the price. (i have it :D)

More comments:
Do not get the msi gd-65. I suggest something like the asrock extreme 4. this is because msi has been lacking in quality control and the extreme 4 is basically the same just cheaper and more reliable.

Instead of the 4670k get the 4770k. You will benefit from the extra threads in the future.

For RAM, 2 x 4 is better than 1 x 8. I suggest you get RAM from one of these companies (whichever is cheapest):
G.Skill, Crucial, Teamgroup, Corsair, Adata, Mushkin, and Patriot. These are the best RAM companies out there.

For the Storage drive, go for the 1TB WD Blue drive as its basically the same as a black just with less warranty.

Again, the monitor is "only" 1080p and 60hz. If you were to game at 1080p with a gtx 780 it would be overkill. If you want to see the difference between gameplay i suggest a 120hz or 144hz monitor.
 
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Yash Chauhan

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Okay, here are a few things I want to mention:

1. I really wanted a 1440p monitor but they seem to be really expensive.
2. If I get a gtx 770 it will save me enough for a 1440p monitor, but then I won't be able to run that nicely.
3. I'm looking around but the fractal design R4 with window is over $100 everywhere.
4. I know dual channel is better but later on when I need 16 gigs of RAM I will save the price of an 8 gig stick..or should I just go 4x4 gigs?

I live in Canada
 
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1. It'd be possible to fit a 1440p monitor into your budget I have no doubt
2. If you did step up to 1440p then something like a GTX780 starts to make more sense.
3. The Fractal Design Arc Midi is $80, Corsair 300R $70, Bitfenix Shinobi $55, Antec Eleven Hundred $70. There's a lot of windowed options.
4. There is no major harm in going 4*4, but 8Gb is enough for games. If you are planning to get another 8Gb at some point in the relatively short term, then yeah it makes some sense to go 1*8Gb.

Sample suggestion variant - http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2gBvp
I have no idea if that monitor is any good, but it's not entirely out of reach.
 
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1. No point in getting a 1440p now. Prices will start falling the next few years. A AH-IPS 1080p would be much beneficial.

2. Anything above 1080p would require at least 3GB of VRAM to run smoothly. Or a dual GTX 770 in that case.

3. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139011
A Corsair Carbide Series 300R Black Steel for just 70$.

4. 8GB is more than enough for games. DDR4 RAMs will be coming out next year so, everything will be changing. CPU, Motherboard, etc.
 
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This is good build all the way.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($319.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright TS-120M(BW) 56.2 CFM CPU Cooler ($37.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87-HD3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($162.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($108.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($353.49 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: Rosewill Lightning 800W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1353.38
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-08 16:35 EST-0500)

And here is good monitor.
http://www.amazon.com/QNIX-QX2710-Evolution-LED-2560x1440/dp/B00CAKD6LI

maybe not in canada. Sorry ^^ Must learn to read whole post first :)
 
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