Let me start off by saying, I'm brand new to building comps. About to be building my first one more specifically. I know how many experts are here, so go a little easy on me. I have a few nooby questions and need a few recommendations. Please keep in mind this is a budget build, but a good quality one.
Budget: $750 - $900
Specs of build I would like:
Video Card: AMD R9 270X - Which brand/model would be nice, cheap, quiet, run fast, and stay cool? [I will not be crossfiring]
Processor: Intel i5-4670K - No recommendation needed.
RAM: 2x G-SKILL DDR3 1600 4GB - No recommendation needed.
Motherboard: This is an area that I have no experience in other than sockets. I need a board that has an LGA 1150, PCI-e 3.0 socket [I will not be crossfiring], DDR3 1600 support, SATA ports, good audio, 4 USB ports [3.0 would be nice], Ethernet [no wifi], and I really want to OC my 4670K to 4.0ghz without risking damage etc. Sorry if I listed obvious things.
Power Supply/Case: I'm not sure about how much wattage I need and I have no clue which brands are reliable. I was looking at Newegg to buy a PSU and Case "Combo Deal" to save some bucks. I think 650W would be good enough, but I'm not too sure. :x
Could anyone recommend any of these for what I need: http://www.newegg.com/Store/ComboDeals.aspx?ComboStoreID=5&name=Power-Supplies-Cases
If not, what do you propose I get PSU and Case wise?
Hard Drive: HDD or SSD, whichever is cheaper. I don't know what to look for here, except SATA, and SATA 3.0GB is all I require. Nothing fancy, just a simple hard drive that will work for a long while. 7200rpm, SATA 3.0gb? No idea. I have no need for a high sized drive. I hardly touch 300gb and tend to keep my computer clean and clear out unused files on a weekly basis. I would prefer 400gb+ though.
OS: I plan on not altering this current desktop and giving it to my fiancée when she moves in with me. With that said, I have to rebuy windows, don't I? If so is there any places I can get it cheaper than $100? Obviously need 64-bit, but $100 for the OS seems a bit steep. [Newegg]
My concerns:
-How do I actually over clock my CPU once I've got everything else done?
-If I over clock my CPU to only 4.0ghz, do I need to up the voltage and will it stay cool with only the stock heatsink?
-Is there anything I missed, or am I on the right track?
That's about it, but I want to thank everyone who helps out and takes the time to read and reply. I'm really new to this so everyone's opinion really does matter to me. Thanks.
Budget: $750 - $900
Specs of build I would like:
Video Card: AMD R9 270X - Which brand/model would be nice, cheap, quiet, run fast, and stay cool? [I will not be crossfiring]
Processor: Intel i5-4670K - No recommendation needed.
RAM: 2x G-SKILL DDR3 1600 4GB - No recommendation needed.
Motherboard: This is an area that I have no experience in other than sockets. I need a board that has an LGA 1150, PCI-e 3.0 socket [I will not be crossfiring], DDR3 1600 support, SATA ports, good audio, 4 USB ports [3.0 would be nice], Ethernet [no wifi], and I really want to OC my 4670K to 4.0ghz without risking damage etc. Sorry if I listed obvious things.
Power Supply/Case: I'm not sure about how much wattage I need and I have no clue which brands are reliable. I was looking at Newegg to buy a PSU and Case "Combo Deal" to save some bucks. I think 650W would be good enough, but I'm not too sure. :x
Could anyone recommend any of these for what I need: http://www.newegg.com/Store/ComboDeals.aspx?ComboStoreID=5&name=Power-Supplies-Cases
If not, what do you propose I get PSU and Case wise?
Hard Drive: HDD or SSD, whichever is cheaper. I don't know what to look for here, except SATA, and SATA 3.0GB is all I require. Nothing fancy, just a simple hard drive that will work for a long while. 7200rpm, SATA 3.0gb? No idea. I have no need for a high sized drive. I hardly touch 300gb and tend to keep my computer clean and clear out unused files on a weekly basis. I would prefer 400gb+ though.
OS: I plan on not altering this current desktop and giving it to my fiancée when she moves in with me. With that said, I have to rebuy windows, don't I? If so is there any places I can get it cheaper than $100? Obviously need 64-bit, but $100 for the OS seems a bit steep. [Newegg]
My concerns:
-How do I actually over clock my CPU once I've got everything else done?
-If I over clock my CPU to only 4.0ghz, do I need to up the voltage and will it stay cool with only the stock heatsink?
-Is there anything I missed, or am I on the right track?
That's about it, but I want to thank everyone who helps out and takes the time to read and reply. I'm really new to this so everyone's opinion really does matter to me. Thanks.