How is this for a first build?

Beast Mode Ben · Apr 7, 2014

It will be used as a Video Editing, streaming and photo editing.
I will SLI in the future and will have multiple monitors.
I will also be adding a top spec sound card and I will be overclocking my cpu.
I might do some gaming on it but not much heavy stuff.

Is this a good build? (Max budget £950) : http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/3nsXc

Suggestions on what to change please or should I keep it the same. Will be getting it in June so should I wait for any next gen stuff.

lowriderflow · Apr 7, 2014

get Prolimatech PK-1 thermal compound. You're spending all this money on a machine, and this single change will lower your temps 2-5 degrees C. it's THAT good!

I would also get a real CPU cooler if you want to overclock. That one you chose is better than the OEM unit, but not by alot. an all in one liquid unit for $50 is your best bet. Otherwise the Hyper 212 for $25

I dont know much about video editing, but you will not need the 4gb version of the 770 unless you're playing at 2560x1440 or gaming on 3 monitor setups. a single 1080p, the 2gb is plenty fine.

Other than that, you're fine. I know prices are different over there vs. the USA>.. so i cant say what's a good deal or not a deal. those are my 3 immediate thoughts. good luck!

Dunlop0078 · Apr 7, 2014

Looks great but i have never head of the maker of your ssd and that is very cheap for a 120gb ssd if i were you i would spend a little more on a better brand the "kingston ssd now" line are good cheap ssd's.

Beast Mode Ben · Apr 7, 2014

lowriderflow :

get Prolimatech PK-1 thermal compound. You're spending all this money on a machine, and this single change will lower your temps 2-5 degrees C. it's THAT good!

I would also get a real CPU cooler if you want to overclock. That one you chose is better than the OEM unit, but not by alot. an all in one liquid unit for $50 is your best bet. Otherwise the Hyper 212 for $25

I dont know much about video editing, but you will not need the 4gb version of the 770 unless you're playing at 2560x1440 or gaming on 3 monitor setups. a single 1080p, the 2gb is plenty fine.

Other than that, you're fine. I know prices are different over there vs. the USA>.. so i cant say what's a good deal or not a deal. those are my 3 immediate thoughts. good luck!

OK, thanks for the suggestions, will look into the parts you mentioned!

Dunlop0078 · Apr 7, 2014

Nevermind i looked up that ssd its made by samsung so it should be okay but its still very cheap.

Beast Mode Ben · Apr 7, 2014

How's this : http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/3nHJA

Dunlop0078 · Apr 7, 2014

Yah that looks perfect.

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