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Bigfootmandude

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I am looking to build a gaming pc for around 2200$ (CDN) in the coming months.

I have a keyboard and mouse but I will need a monitor, likely 1080p, around 22" preferrably an IPS. I cannot fit a 27" monitor on my desk, so no 1440p :(

Usage:

Heavy Gaming, light video and image editing

Requirements:

1. 12gb of Ram at least (on my current computer, a laptop, i often use around 10 gb)

2. At least 256 gb of SSD and 2 tb of hd, but more SSD storage is preferred. I was considering expanding my budget to include a Samsung 840 evo 500gb

3. Windows 8 (it's what I am used to)

Questions and concerns:

1. i5 4670 vs i7 4770

Is the extra performance of the i7 worth it for my usage? Or will the upgrade path of the i5 cause me difficulties later on?

gtx 780ti or 780? Is it possible to build a 780ti into the build without sacrificing on any area, or will the 780 suffice? I would prefer to have the 780ti so the computer will last longer, but I have to be reasonable.

Is it worth waiting for the upcoming intel processors?

I might overclock, and if I do it will not be giant, just enough to get whatever processor I buy to to 4.0 GHZ.

This will be my first actual desktop, and it will be a significant improvement over gaming on a laptop. I have a mouse and keyboard (both high end), so those are not needed. The only IO device I will need is a monitor.

I do not want to use AMD parts, no offense to AMD fans. I want the ability to buy g-sync and use shadow play.

Thank you so much for any answers.


 
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kowashie

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ram:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231589gclid=CJ6xuuK4m70CFeZDMgodQWkAXw&Item=N82E16820231489&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-Desktop+Memory-_-N82E16820231489&ef_id=UyPg5QAABVa5E@ya:20140318062135:s
Processor: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115233
Hard drive: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148834
SSD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA2W01AZ5550
MOBO:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131981
PSU:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139057
case, personally i like the blue but there is red:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119213
Graphics card, this can very: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487007
CPU cooler this is a great cheap cooler : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103057
OS i prefer windows 7 :http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416776
any screen you really want you can use.
Comes out to like $1800 give or take
and this can very on opinion but if i had to build a new pc this is what i'd chose.
hope i helped :D
 
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CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($309.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U14S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Maximus VI Hero ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($179.79 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($139.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($521.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($109.99 @ TigerDirect)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($22.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) ($108.00)
Case Fan: Noctua NF-A14 FLX 68.0 CFM 140mm Fan ($24.99 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Noctua NF-A14 FLX 68.0 CFM 140mm Fan ($24.99 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Noctua NF-A14 FLX 68.0 CFM 140mm Fan ($24.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1792.67

I just ordered this myself

I guess you can add another 8 gbs of RAM
 
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swegname

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But that price is in USD and it has expensive tax in Canada.
 
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kowashie

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Ah i'm sorry mate i misread that you said you need it in CDN.. Even so i'd suggest that if you're close to the border.. Id go and buy it there! but if anything id do something similar to that build and change a few of the minor things to make it cheaper.. all the best !
 
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swegname

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($247.98 @ Amazon Canada)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($99.99 @ Canada Computers)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Memory Express)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($173.99 @ Memory Express)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($179.99 @ NCIX)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.75 @ Vuugo)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.75 @ Vuugo)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.00 @ Canada Computers)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($165.50 @ Vuugo)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($123.50 @ Vuugo)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.50 @ Vuugo)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1797.93
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-18 02:52 EDT-0400)

I left 200 dollar for your monitor there and 200 for the tax. Lol I just recommend this expensive case to everyone cuz I love it.
 
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Bigfootmandude

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The RAM link is broken. I think I would get the 500gb of SSD, simply for the amount of games I play.
I am also concerned that the processor chosen will not last compared to the i5 4670 or the i7 4770. Don't worry about taxes or whatever Canadian taxes are similar or less than American taxes. Any monitor suggestions? I am not really sure what a good monitor is. Currently using a 17" 1080p screen with crap viewing angles (laptop)

 
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kowashie

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This is the ram i use its fantastic http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231568
If you have the money for a 500gb SSD go for it:)
the I5 3570k is a amazing processor for gaming and editing, ect..
the only reason you would get a I7 is for extensive editing other then that, the I5 is where its at.. the difference between the i5 and i7 in gaming FPS and performance is like 1 or 2 fps..
and for screen.. what size do you want? i use 2 AOC 22 inch monitors i got for $110 each at best buy..
it all comes down to personal reference.. what size and brand.. looking up on newegg you can find a lot of monitors for cheap or going into the local electronic store.
hope i helped :)
 
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swegname

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If you can afford a good one. Here's a sexy one I'm using atm.
http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_1195_700_705&item_id=057087
If you want a good price one. This one is pretty popular.
http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_1195_700_1103&item_id=042161
 
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