Gaming Computer Build Specs

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

I would like help with choosing an PSU.
I don't really know anything about PSUs. Also I would like your opinion on the build specs and if there is anything you would change.
Parts I already have:
Case
HDDs (500gb for os and 1tb for everything else)
CD Drive

CPU: Intel Core i7-4930K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard: Asus X79 DELUXE ATX LGA2011 Motherboard
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Tactical 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory
Storage: Seagate Momentus XT 500GB 2.5" 7200RPM Hybrid Internal Hard Drive
Storage: Seagate SV35.5 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card
Case: NZXT Phantom (White/Red) ATX Full Tower Case
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)

Silibant · Mar 12, 2014

MoonDefender :

Dunno why no one stumbled across this sooner. A few things for ya: First and foremost, get a modular PSU, and get something 650 watts or above. Modular because it will help with cable management, and 650+ because of your GPU. Also, you might wanna look at getting 2 4GB sticks, as I've been told RAM runs better in dual channel. Other than that, good build, although you MIGHT look at swapping the hybrid 500GB for a 120GB SSD to install your OS. Happy building. EDIT: just saw you already have the hard drives, my bad.

zeph_yr · Mar 12, 2014

- Get an i5 instead of an i7. i7's make no difference in gaming.
- Use the money saved by switching the processor to get an R9 290x or GTX 780.
- Get 2x4gb RAM. RAM is faster in dual channel mode.

For the PSU, I recommend this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207014 . This will support a GTX 770 or 780.

Silibant · Mar 12, 2014

zeph_yr :

did you copy me on the RAM thing? loljk now i know for certain

zeph_yr · Mar 12, 2014

Silibant :

ha, I was just comfirming.

Also, if you are only going to be using one monitor, don't bother getting a GPU with more than 2gb of RAM.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Silibant :

MoonDefender :

Dunno why no one stumbled across this sooner. A few things for ya: First and foremost, get a modular PSU, and get something 650 watts or above. Modular because it will help with cable management, and 650+ because of your GPU. Also, you might wanna look at getting 2 4GB sticks, as I've been told RAM runs better in dual channel. Other than that, good build, although you MIGHT look at swapping the hybrid 500GB for a 120GB SSD to install your OS. Happy building. EDIT: just saw you already have the hard drives, my bad.

I was thinking of getting an SSD but I heard they can slow down over time. I also didn't have to pay for the HDD because I got them from my brother.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

zeph_yr :

Ok first I wanna know how it would make no difference in gaming? and if I get the i7 will that power supply still be ok?

Shain Taylor · Mar 12, 2014

zeph_yr :

I highly agree ^^^ I was going to suggest the same PSU myself.. XFX is probably the best brand out there... along with Seasonic however XFX are built by Seasonic...

zeph_yr · Mar 12, 2014

MoonDefender :

The biggest difference between i7's and i5's are hyperthreading. Only professional programs like video and photo editors can actually take advantage of hyperthreading. There are very few games (if any) that are able to use hyperthreading to improve performance. Otherwise, the processors are exactly the same. But yes, if you do end up getting an i7, that power supply will handle it.

Silibant · Mar 12, 2014

MoonDefender :

Silibant :

I was thinking of getting an SSD but I heard they can slow down over time. I also didn't have to pay for the HDD because I got them from my brother.

HDD's slow down over time too, and faster than SSD's. But keep in mind this is over 10s of years, so if it saves you cash, then by all means take the HDD's.

Silibant · Mar 12, 2014

Shain Taylor :

Thanks for that. Even though I'm not the OP, I'm a noob to PSU brands and their quality, now I have learned.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

zeph_yr :

MoonDefender :

The biggest difference between i7's and i5's are hyperthreading. Only professional programs like video and photo editors can actually take advantage of hyperthreading. There are very few games (if any) that are able to use hyperthreading to improve performance. Otherwise, the processors are exactly the same. But yes, if you do end up getting an i7, that power supply will handle it.

Ok thanks for the info! I think I'm gonna stick with the i7 I will do other things like video editing on this build so I think it will be worth it. Also thanks for the PSU recommendation that the one I'm gonna get now!

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Silibant :

zeph_yr :

Silibant :

I'll look into getting 2 4GB sticks of ram.

Shain Taylor · Mar 12, 2014

Silibant :

MoonDefender :

Silibant :

zeph_yr :

Silibant :

I'll look into getting 2 4GB sticks of ram.

If you get 2x4GB sticks of RAM make sure they are sold as a 'dual channel' kit.. this will double the bandwidth (not the capacity) of the RAM and will increase the smoothness and performance in memory intensive tasks, such as video editing...

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Shain Taylor :

Silibant :

MoonDefender :

If you get 2x4GB sticks of RAM make sure they are sold as a 'dual channel' kit.. this will double the bandwidth (not the capacity) of the RAM and will increase the smoothness and performance in memory intensive tasks, such as video editing...

Alight, thanks good to know.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Ok I found some ram here'a a link
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231538&clickid=wCz2peUEwytLVs7SLOXog1FdUkTWDfztyQQMyU0&iradid=97618&ircid=2106&irpid=79301&nm_mc=AFC-IR&cm_mmc=AFC-IR-_-na-_-na-_-na

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

I also can't find this PSU on pc part picker is it not on there if it is could someone tell what to search?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207014

Shain Taylor · Mar 12, 2014

Why are you trying to find the parts on PC part picker? Just get it from newegg

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Shain Taylor :

I'm just putting the build together on pc part picker I will end up buying it from newegg

Silibant · Mar 12, 2014

MoonDefender :

WAIT!! That RAM's 1866 mHz, which isn't AS price

erformance effective as 1600 mHz. Try this: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=8033819&CatId=4534 for a $30 cheaper kit, the money you save can go towards games, better PSU, more wallet padding, etc.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Silibant :

MoonDefender :

WAIT!! That RAM's 1866 mHz, which isn't AS price

erformance effective as 1600 mHz. Try this: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=8033819&CatId=4534 for a $30 cheaper kit, the money you save can go towards games, better PSU, more wallet padding, etc.

Oh thanks for that!

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

Another thing is should i get water cooling or air cooling?
I'm just worried about leaking is all as this will be my first build.

zeph_yr · Mar 12, 2014

If you're not going to overclock you could just stay with the intel stock cooler. They're super quiet and keep it pretty cool.

MoonDefender · Mar 12, 2014

zeph_yr :

I'm not going to overclock but I want an after market cooler. So which would you prefer?

zeph_yr · Mar 12, 2014

MoonDefender :

I have an Arctic Freezer Pro 7 and it works great. Silent and cheap. But if you want to spend a little more for some more cooling power, look into the Hyper 212 Evo.

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