"Red Mist" Build..

Diox55 · May 18, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($299.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($158.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($139.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($83.97 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Dual Classified ACX Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($124.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair RM 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($122.99 @ 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)
Monitor: Acer H226HQLbid 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Acer H226HQLbid 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $2245.81
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-18 22:31 EDT-0400)

A little backstory for this build. This started out from inspiration on this site, but in a vastly different form. This started originally in a weird 4 way titan build, with a 4960x i7 (I think).. It was almost a 10 grand rig. I took it, and it has changed so much in the past few months. It became a double titan build, then triple 780 Ti's, any high end gpu you name it, I had it on here. I finally settled with a 4770k i7 (will switch that to a Devil Canyon when the time comes), a Noctua (originally watercooled), a single 780 Ti (I was wrapped up in having 2 but not worth it), and the 16 (again originally 64, then 32) gigs of ram. I went with a Gigabyte motherboard, most since they are known for compatibility with Hackintosh's (don't know yet though). Overall, I'm not building this yet, honestly, I would build the 1k rig I had put together. Before anyone hates on the monitors here my thing: I wanted to keep them simple, budget, and an IPS. These Acer's I have been eyeing for awhile, especially the 21.5 inch size. That's because my current setup (https://plus.google.com/u/0/117965246485249211101/photos/photo/5998275526925813362) is on a dresser. I have 2 more feet of space where that cut's off, so I'm limited. If your wondering, yes I'm rocking a Dell Optiplex 755 running Windows 7 Home premium 32 bit, 3 gigs of ram, a 2.3 ghz c2d, and a GT 610. Being broke SUCKS.

photonboy · May 18, 2014

Good to take your time. I consider myself a bit of an expert but even I don't know everything. Here's some tips:

1) Wait for MAXWELL if possible such as a GTX880 4GB (or whatever price/performance makes sense).

2) Investigate G-Sync monitors such as the upcoming ASUS 27", 2560x1440 120Hz model.
*UPDATE:
space is limited, but you may wish to investigate one in the future. Not a fan of ACER though. Look at customer reviews carefully.

**Uh, you have TWO monitors listed? If you have space for two, 22" monitors I suggest a 27", 2560x1440. Also, some SPEAKERS can be layed down sideways to sit behind the monitor and still provide great sound like the AV30/40 M-Audio speakers.

3) Devil's Canyon is a good idea.

4) NOCTUA NH-D14.
*I have this cooler, but just make sure the motherboard you choose supports VOLTAGE control from the CPU_FAN. Many only support PWM now.

I suggest the Noctua NH-U12S instead. I'm setting up a PC right now with this and I find it quite sufficient and quiet. I also dislike Liquid Cooling in general especially the issue with lack of air to the CPU VRM's on the motherboard requiring you to reverse the radiator fans to INTAKE.

3) Motherboard:
No issues with your board, but I love the "TUF" series from Asus as they have a 5-year Warranty. I bought the Z87 Gryphon for $155 (no armor). It's micro-ATX but I have no need for full ATX. DC-Haswell does need the newer chipset such as the Z97 motherboards provide though. The Z97 Gryphon is also a great board.

(I had a computer die at just over 2.5 years and the Warranty had just expired on the motherboard since it was manufacturing date despite 3-year warranty. Needed a new board, CPU, and Windows. Was not happy. So 5-year Warranties from now on as they keep boards to swap.)

4) POWER SUPPLY:
Make sure you get one that properly supports the C6/C7 power states for Haswell. You can Google this. Corsair even has a list specifically of approved models.

Diox55 · May 19, 2014

photonboy :

Don't worry, this build won't get built soon >.>. If I did have the cash, I'd be waiting for the Devill Canyon cpu's and the 800 series. The motherboard, I went with Gigabyte because Asus has been known for some motherboard issues, and also they will support Mac OS, which I might do. I'll look into the fan though, your right there. I agree about the liquid cooling. I know the Devil Canyon's have rumored you can OC them over 5 ghz with water cooling, but tbh, that's a little bit extreme for me. I'd OC it up to around 4.4-4.5 ghz, maybe if I'm feeling lucky one day 4.6. Also, just looked it up, yes the Corsair does support the C6/C7. About your monitor suggestion, I've been looking into that as well. I'm keeping this system somewhat discreet, but I want it to SCREAM. Yeah, I'm one of those people (screw complete silence >.>).

As for myself, I agree with you. I'm somewhat knowledgeable, I mean I certainly don't know aton. It's just learning what I can along the way.

Diox55 · May 19, 2014

Okay Photon, building upon your suggestions here is what came out of it:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($328.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($44.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($158.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($139.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($83.97 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB Dual Classified ACX Video Card ($709.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($124.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair RM 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($122.99 @ 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)
Monitor: Asus PB278Q 27.0" Monitor ($478.98 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $2498.80
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-19 09:24 EDT-0400)

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