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JoeMatakonis

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Hi everyone. My name is Joe and i'm a new member so it's a pleasure to meet you. I am designing a new system through NCIX and will have them build it. I would appreciate any feedback on the specs and thank you in advance:) Will be gaming with a single monitor at 1920x1080.

1 x Intel Core i7 4770K Unlocked Quad Core 3.5GHZ Processor LGA1150 Haswell 8MB Cache Retail
1 x Corsair Cooling Hydro Series H100I CPU Cooler System LGA1150 1155 1156 1366 2011 AM2 AM3 FM1 & FM2
1 x ASUS Z87-A ATX LGA1150 Z87 DDR3 3PCI-E16 2PCI-E1 2PCI CrossFireX/SLI SATA3 USB3.0 HDMI Motherboard
1 x Kingston HyperX Black KHX16C9B1BK2/8 8GB 2X4GB DDR3-1600 CL9 DIMM Dual Channel Memory Module
1 x ASUS GeForce GTX 780 OC DirectCU II 941MHZ 3GB 6.0GHZ GDDR5 2xDVI HDMI DisplayPort PCI-E Video Card
1 x Bitfenix Ronin Window ATX Mid Tower Case Black 3X5.25EXT 6X3.5INT 6X2.5IN No PS Top USB3.0 Audio
1 x Seasonic M12II Evo 750W EPS12V 20/24PIN ATX Power Supply 80+ Bronze Full Modular 8PIN 120mm Fan
1 x Bitfenix BFA-ACL-30GK15-RP Alchemy LED Connect Lit Strip 30CM 15 LEDs - Green
2 x Bitfenix Spectre BFF-BLF-14025G-RP 140MM Green LED Case Fan 1000RPM 47.7CFM 20DBA 3/4 Pin
1 x Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64Bit SP1 DVD OEM *for NCIX PC Only*
1 x Kingston SSDNow V300 120GB 2.5in SATA3 LSI SandForce Solid State Disk Flash Drive SSD
1 x ASUS DRW-24F1ST 24X SATA DVD Writer Black
 
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Made a few changes, RAM is a little cheaper, but great RAM and a great deal. CPU is a i5, perfect for gaming, awesome for OC'ing. ASUS board with built in wifi if that's ever needed, great for OC'ing, great price. The case is 100% up to you. Got a cheaper but a great name brand XFX PSU. Samsung 840 EVO SSD for better quality and performance. Lights and fans are up to you. Windows 8 will provide a 5-20% gaming performance increase, bypassing Metro interface is fairly easy.

NCIX only;

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.99 @...
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Only thing I would change is going with an i5 4670k instead of the i7, the i5 is great for gaming, the i7 isn't needed unless if you're also doing video editing. If you are going to be doing hardcore Photoshop or video editing stick with the i7 and get 16 gigs of RAM.
 
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Made a few changes, RAM is a little cheaper, but great RAM and a great deal. CPU is a i5, perfect for gaming, awesome for OC'ing. ASUS board with built in wifi if that's ever needed, great for OC'ing, great price. The case is 100% up to you. Got a cheaper but a great name brand XFX PSU. Samsung 840 EVO SSD for better quality and performance. Lights and fans are up to you. Windows 8 will provide a 5-20% gaming performance increase, bypassing Metro interface is fairly easy.

NCIX only;

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($204.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($109.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($499.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX750B BRONZE 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1389.92
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-23 07:43 EST-0500)

All merchants;

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($97.16 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($164.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($82.95 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($499.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX750B BRONZE 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1287.04
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-23 07:48 EST-0500)

Little bit cheaper if you maximize your buying range as of merchants and such.

Best regards, Vel.
 
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If you want to look beyond an Intel build, this would be the build I would suggest and what I use. It's works flawlessly and AMD is way cheaper than the Intel build and imo I like to use the extra cash on something else :D. I also suggest you go with the Inter SSD (5yr warranty keeps the mind at peace) with sandforce controller. The rest (case, cooler, etc)you can pick and choose as per your requirement. I use the stock cooler and am waiting to upgrade to a water cooler.

CPU: AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz 8-Core Processor : $199.99
Motherboard : Asus SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard : $184.49
Memory : Corsair Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory : $159.99
Storage : Intel 530 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk : $119.99
Video Card : EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card : $369.99
Power Supply : Corsair 760W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply : $169.99
Total (6 / 6 Items): $1209.34

Hope this helps.
 
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Your original build looks good to me.Yes the i5 should already be good enough for gaming,but that's up to you.
I don't know why you put the green led fans in,the only place they can go is the top afaik and you want the H100i there.
I also would opt for windows 8(.1).
I would also pick the samsung 840 evo for the ssd if the price difference isn't to big.The kingston is already a nice addition though.
I also would pick black (or with an extra color added) ram with a case with window and that motherboard,some other options,
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/memory/#sort=a10&s=301600,301866,302133&Z=8192002&C=6,11,12,22
Maybe the first with the led lights is nice with the window and all,don't know the name and how reliable it is.It still has a lifetime limited warranty.
 
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JoeMatakonis

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looking at this for my final build. thoughts ?


Case - Cooler Master HAF 912 (Mid Tower) [Level 2 Iron Tundra Ready]
Custom Airbrush Logos & Emblems - None
Custom Airbrushed Gamertags - None
Additional Case Fans - 3 x 120mm Cooler Master Sickleflow High Performance Fans
Internal Lighting - None
Intel Processor - [Overclockable] Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz (Quad Core)
CPU Cooling - Asetek 570LX High Performance Liquid Cooling (240mm Radiator)
PC Liquid Coolant - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Liquid Cooling Tubing Color - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Intel Motherboard - MSI Z87-G45 Gaming [4 DDR3 Memory Slots]
Overclocking Processor - Stock Speed
Overclock Protection Warranty - None
Overclocking Graphics Card - Stock Speed
Memory - G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz
Memory Cooling - None
Primary Hard Drive - 500GB 7200RPM
Hard Drive Cooling - None
Secondary Hard Drive - None
1st Optical Drive - DVD Writer
2nd Optical Drive - None
Graphics Card - AMD Radeon R9 290X 4GB (Min. 650 Watt Power Supply)
Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-Fire] Second Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics card - None
[3-way SLI / X-fire] Third Graphics Card - None
[3-Way SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
Power Supply - Corsair Enthusiast Series TX750 750 Watt 80 Plus Bronze
Operating System - Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Networking - Standard Onboard Ethernet
Fan Controller - None
Media Card Readers - None
Sound Card - Integrated HD Audio
PC Games - Crysis 3
Office Software - None
Antivirus Software - None
Monitor - None
Second Monitor - None
Mouse - Standard Mouse
Keyboard - Standard Keyboard
Speakers & Headsets - None
Packaging - [FREE] Advanced Packaging System - Custom foam to protect and secure internal components from shipping abuse
Wiring - [FREE] Professional Wiring - Cables will be organized to achieve maximum airflow
Technical Support - Life-time U.S. based technical support and customer service by our own in-house technicians
Rush Service - [Standard] Shipped Out in 6 - 10 Business Days
Video Demonstration - None
Warranty - Standard 3 Years Parts and 3 Years Labor

 
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JoeMatakonis

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looking at this for my final build. thoughts ?


Case - Cooler Master HAF 912 (Mid Tower) [Level 2 Iron Tundra Ready]
Custom Airbrush Logos & Emblems - None
Custom Airbrushed Gamertags - None
Additional Case Fans - 3 x 120mm Cooler Master Sickleflow High Performance Fans
Internal Lighting - None
Intel Processor - [Overclockable] Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz (Quad Core)
CPU Cooling - Asetek 570LX High Performance Liquid Cooling (240mm Radiator)
PC Liquid Coolant - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Liquid Cooling Tubing Color - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Intel Motherboard - MSI Z87-G45 Gaming [4 DDR3 Memory Slots]
Overclocking Processor - Stock Speed
Overclock Protection Warranty - None
Overclocking Graphics Card - Stock Speed
Memory - G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz
Memory Cooling - None
Primary Hard Drive - 500GB 7200RPM
Hard Drive Cooling - None
Secondary Hard Drive - None
1st Optical Drive - DVD Writer
2nd Optical Drive - None
Graphics Card - AMD Radeon R9 290X 4GB (Min. 650 Watt Power Supply)
Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-Fire] Second Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics card - None
[3-way SLI / X-fire] Third Graphics Card - None
[3-Way SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
Power Supply - Corsair Enthusiast Series TX750 750 Watt 80 Plus Bronze
Operating System - Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Networking - Standard Onboard Ethernet
Fan Controller - None
Media Card Readers - None
Sound Card - Integrated HD Audio
PC Games - Crysis 3
Office Software - None
Antivirus Software - None
Monitor - None
Second Monitor - None
Mouse - Standard Mouse
Keyboard - Standard Keyboard
Speakers & Headsets - None
Packaging - [FREE] Advanced Packaging System - Custom foam to protect and secure internal components from shipping abuse
Wiring - [FREE] Professional Wiring - Cables will be organized to achieve maximum airflow
Technical Support - Life-time U.S. based technical support and customer service by our own in-house technicians
Rush Service - [Standard] Shipped Out in 6 - 10 Business Days
Video Demonstration - None
Warranty - Standard 3 Years Parts and 3 Years Labor

 
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JoeMatakonis

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Vel, I was thinking about NCIX and it would be cheaper. Just a little leery about their ship times and pcbuild workmanship. What has your experience been with them or others you have heard talk about them?
 
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Well, I thought in your OP you said you were having NCIX build it?

I know for a fact that NCIX is reputable because I've bought literally hundreds of parts from them, not one even came to me damaged, not to say it isn't possible.

The worst shipper I've had by far is Amazon, and I have free Amazon Prime for 3 years cause they screwed up a order so bad.

I build PC pretty much as my second/now main job cause I got laid off a bit ago.

I ALWAYS suggest building YOURSELF if and only IF you feel COMFORTABLE doing so.

I haven't ever had anyone else buy the PC's people buy from me.
 
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JoeMatakonis

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this has changed yet again. looking at ironside to do the build. this is the new one. thank you again for all the feedback :)


Case - NZXT Phantom 410 White (Mid Tower) [Level 2 Iron Tundra Ready](10% off)
Custom Airbrush Logos & Emblems - None
Custom Airbrushed Gamertags - None
Additional Case Fans - 1 x 120mm Cooler Master Sickleflow High Performance Fan
Internal Lighting - Dual 12" UV Cold Cathode Lighting
Intel Processor - [Overclockable] Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz (Quad Core)
CPU Cooling - COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 Plus
PC Liquid Coolant - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Liquid Cooling Tubing Color - *Requires Level 1, 2, or 3 Liquid Cooling Systems
Intel Motherboard - MSI Z87-G45 Gaming [4 DDR3 Memory Slots]
Overclocking Processor - Stock Speed
Overclock Protection Warranty - None
Overclocking Graphics Card - Stock Speed
Memory - G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz
Memory Cooling - None
Primary Hard Drive - 500GB 7200RPM
Hard Drive Cooling - None
Secondary Hard Drive - None
1st Optical Drive - DVD Writer
2nd Optical Drive - None
Graphics Card - Nvidia Geforce GTX 780 3GB (Min. 650 Watt Power Supply)
Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-Fire] Second Graphics Card - None
[SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics card - None
[3-way SLI / X-fire] Third Graphics Card - None
[3-Way SLI / X-fire] Liquid Cool Graphics Card - None
Power Supply - Corsair Enthusiast Series TX750 750 Watt 80 Plus Bronze
Operating System - Windows 8.1 64 Bit
Networking - Standard Onboard Ethernet
Fan Controller - None
Media Card Readers - None
Sound Card - Integrated HD Audio
PC Games - None
Office Software - None
Antivirus Software - None
Monitor - None
Second Monitor - None
Mouse - Standard Mouse
Keyboard - Standard Keyboard
Speakers & Headsets - None
Packaging - [FREE] Advanced Packaging System - Custom foam to protect and secure internal components from shipping abuse
Wiring - [FREE] Professional Wiring - Cables will be organized to achieve maximum airflow
Technical Support - Life-time U.S. based technical support and customer service by our own in-house technicians
Rush Service - [Standard] Shipped Out in 6 - 10 Business Days
Video Demonstration - None
Warranty - Standard 3 Years Parts and 3 Years Labor

$1,674.75 $1,674.75 Delete this item from the cart by clicking this icon.
Sub-Total: $1,674.75
 
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This build seems around perfect for your needs, but you might want to get a SSD for the OS, it really does make a difference if you can budget it.
 
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