How good is this build for gaming?

Great_Society · Mar 13, 2014

Hello guys I am planning on building my first PC with its primary focus being for gaming. Will this build be able to run all games on ultra settings in 1080p and over 60 FPS? Please let me know what suggestions you may have for me to improve my build. Thanks!

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/39r6k

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($97.16 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($171.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Dominator 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card ($467.50 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($169.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Cooler Master V850 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Sony AD-7280S-0B DVD/CD Writer ($30.87 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($137.97 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1803.42
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-13 23:47 EDT-0400)

dustinhunt78 · Mar 13, 2014

Very strong. It's gonna be a while before you'll be upgrading. I'd say throw in this monitor and call it a day.
http://www.amazon.com/Acer-T232HL-bmidz-23-Inch-Display/dp/B00966IW72/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394768669&sr=8-1&keywords=acer+23+touch+screen+monitor
Your system is similar to my own.

One more thing.....if you want added insurance, make sure that the motherboard is SLI/Crossfire compatible. At very worst in the future you can add another graphics card.

Great_Society · Mar 13, 2014

dustinhunt78 :

Thanks! What about extra fans for cooling?

Gee Bee · Mar 13, 2014

it's excellent al round, I'd rather have this PSU though

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-x850

dustinhunt78 · Mar 13, 2014

Great_Society :

Truthfully.....I don't even think you would need them. The H100i is an awesome closed loop CPU cooler, and the RAM needs no additional cooling. That came straight from a Corsair tech. If you want to add them just to add some extra bling, go for it. I like extra fans if not for anything but the LED lighting. LOL And while some people want a quiet computer, I actually like it to sound like it's doing something......kind of like a sports car with a loud muffler.

verma1891 · Mar 13, 2014

Better, faster, cheaper-
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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($97.16 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($129.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair Carbide Series 300R Windowed ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1770.04
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-13 23:52 EDT-0400)

Great_Society · Mar 13, 2014

Gee Bee :

dustinhunt78 :

I see... I'll have to consider getting them for the LEDs too lol I'm a sucker for shiny colorful lights

dustinhunt78 · Mar 14, 2014

Great_Society :

Gee Bee :

dustinhunt78 :

I see... I'll have to consider getting them for the LEDs too lol I'm a sucker for shiny colorful lights

LMAO Sometimes I feel like a Neanderthal looking at something and going, "Ooooooh....Shiiiiiiiiiny."

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

verma1891 :

interesting... My budget is 2k so maybe I would keep the original motherboard and power supply. Do you think that the case you chose will be large enough for all of the parts and will allow for good airflow? I am very concerned about overheating

dustinhunt78 · Mar 14, 2014

If you wanna go balls deep on the case, go with the Corsair 900d. It's HUGE and has all kinds of bells and whistles. Check this out:
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CEIQtwIwAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DUXcHu6CIntQ&ei=3n8iU8H2KKSQ0AGUlYG4DA&usg=AFQjCNHagqoQEYttX_LX_VxiP-6AJITeEQ&sig2=w33XBcZrtHcSuQW-MMux4Q&bvm=bv.62922401,d.dmQ

It can actually accomodate a 480mm radiator internally. LOL

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

My updated parts list...

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($97.16 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($171.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($169.99 @ TigerDirect)
Power Supply: SeaSonic X Series 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($181.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1994.02
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-14 00:08 EDT-0400)

Zenmast3r · Mar 14, 2014

Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB Video Card ($467.50 @ Newegg)

Is this the reference cooled card or non reference cooled card? Recommend getting the non reference cooled R9 290 as the reference cooled ones are quite noisy and require you to install an overclocking utility to ramp up the fan speed

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

dustinhunt78 :

Nice case! Unfortunately is is almost 300 bucks though! A little bit too much but it looks like a beast

Gee Bee · Mar 14, 2014

it's a very good case, i have it's bigger brother and can only say good things about the CM Stryker.

Zenmast3r · Mar 14, 2014

Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)

Nvm this works better

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

Zenmast3r :

I have no idea but I think that I am going to go with the GTX 780 Ti instead even though it is a bit more pricey

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

So what what is the general consensus on the Cooler Master Storm Trooper ATX Full Tower Case?

Go or no go?

My main concern is having enough space and proper air flow

Gee Bee · Mar 14, 2014

what monitor/s do you intend to use. 1080p, 1440p or higher resolution.

verma1891 · Mar 14, 2014

Great_Society :

verma1891 :

interesting... My budget is 2k so maybe I would keep the original motherboard and power supply. Do you think that the case you chose will be large enough for all of the parts and will allow for good airflow? I am very concerned about overheating

I prefer ASUS over MSI. Go with Asus Maximus VI hero over hat board if your budget is not the problem. Also, that case is good, but again, if you have budget, go with the costly one. I really like the CM storm trooper case.
Also, you dont need an 850W for a single gtx 780ti. A good 650W will do. However if you plan to SLI in future, go with the 850W.

dustinhunt78 · Mar 14, 2014

You're good with the Cooler Master. It's a very good, very capable case and handles air flow well.

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

Gee Bee :

I have a BenQ RL2455HM which is a 1080p 60hz monitor however I will consider buying a 1080p 144hz monitor

Gee Bee · Mar 14, 2014

ok, your good to go. I be more than content as the owner of your prospective build.

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

verma1891 :

Great_Society :

I prefer ASUS over MSI. Go with Asus Maximus VI hero over hat board if your budget is not the problem. Also, that case is good, but again, if you have budget, go with the costly one. I really like the CM storm trooper case.
Also, you dont need an 850W for a single gtx 780ti. A good 650W will do. However if you plan to SLI in future, go with the 850W.

How about this PSU?

EVGA SuperNOVA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $89.99

Also yes I agree, will go with the ASUS Maximus VI Hero motherboard

Great_Society · Mar 14, 2014

You guys are great! Thanks for all the help guys!

So this is my current build

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($97.16 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Hero ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($179.79 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($88.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper ATX Full Tower Case ($162.81 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1887.66
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-14 00:28 EDT-0400)

Any other suggestions? Please feel free to continue to guide me. I am completely new to this lol

Gee Bee · Mar 14, 2014

The PSU is one area you can future proof. My last two PSU's have lasted several builds each and the extra juice was welcomed every time. MY latest beast should see out at least two three builds also.

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