(First post, first build) Bought i5 4670k, this is what I'm trying to build around it.

andrich54

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Hello community, this is literally my first post and build ever. I just signed up 3 minutes ago and I'm hoping you guys/gals can help with my first computer build.

Now I just turned 23 and I always wanted to build a gaming computer. I have 2 jobs so money isn't that much of an issue, but it's always an issue. Anyways, I just bout the i5 4670k and I plan to over-clock eventually. I want to play Dark Souls 2 and Watch Dogs at a nice frame rate with a high resolution.

Please criticize and help me out as much as you can. If I need to spend $30-60 more to really enjoy the games than I'm all for it (nothing higher than $60 please) but if it can be brought down in price, that's even better. I will reply almost instantly to your posts so please help a brotha out.

Without further-ado here is my build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/andrich54/saved/4MVc

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($223.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.94 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-Plus ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($158.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($87.32 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.43 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($503.49 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($96.30 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional 750W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($147.94 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: Asus BC-12B1ST/BLK/B/AS Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($43.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1346.38
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-24 12:36 EDT-0400)
 
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Hello, I personally stay away from Corsair. They sale on name price and many other alternatives offer the same quality at better price.

CPU: Nothing to say
CPU cooler: Take a look at Zalman CNPS9900MAX. If Zalman is offering a MIR, you might have a cheaper and better HTF.
Motherboard: MSI offer more for gaming for the same price. If you can find a MSI Z87-G45 Gaming for the same price, just jump for it. Also, you might want to wait for Z97 boards, they are around the corner.
Memory: Buy the cheapest one you can. Usually memory doesn't change anything in performance but impact your wallet.
Storage: Seagate is the most unreliable HDD brand. Western Digital is a better choice or go for a 64GB SSD with a smaller HDD for storage. An SSD is...

andrich54

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Thank you! I've been stressing over this build the last week making sure every part is going to work well with each other. I'm glad I got a positive response.

 
Hello, I personally stay away from Corsair. They sale on name price and many other alternatives offer the same quality at better price.

CPU: Nothing to say
CPU cooler: Take a look at Zalman CNPS9900MAX. If Zalman is offering a MIR, you might have a cheaper and better HTF.
Motherboard: MSI offer more for gaming for the same price. If you can find a MSI Z87-G45 Gaming for the same price, just jump for it. Also, you might want to wait for Z97 boards, they are around the corner.
Memory: Buy the cheapest one you can. Usually memory doesn't change anything in performance but impact your wallet.
Storage: Seagate is the most unreliable HDD brand. Western Digital is a better choice or go for a 64GB SSD with a smaller HDD for storage. An SSD is the way to go and one of the best investment.
VGA: Powercolor 290x PCS+... if you want to CF in the future, you need a 1000W Power supply, but it is the only way to go for 4k. Two 290x > two 780 TI at QHD. Also, you can get one right now for around 530$US...
Case: Enthoo Pro... incredible case for 100$... if you can wait. Around the corner also...
Power Supply: Fractal Design, EVGA and XFX offer the same thing for less most of the time.
5.25 drive: Get rid of it and use your USB drive for installing your OS. Also, if you are using your 5.25 bay for your storage devices, you are going to have the best possible airflow
 
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andrich54

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I will most definitely look into your suggestions. Thank you sir. I'll update you on what I will be going with.
 

klaptrap

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I am no expert as I have actually just finished purchasing all the parts for my first build today, but I was a little OCD with picking which parts I wanted and could afford so I did spend quite some time researching and reading reviews..anyways my advice...

I was originally going to pick up the motherboard you have chosen, but decided on getting a newer z97. I went with the ASRock z97 Extreme6. It's the only mobo with the fastest slot, an Ultra M.2 and should be able to be used for longer then the z87's.

You can find a cheaper (1/2 the price) and just as feature-packed case if you don't mind it looking like a boring box.

Unless you plan on using the computer to watch blu-rays often, I would suggest with going with a $15 simple CD/DVD drive, or better yet skip the drive all together and use a usb for your OS like redgarl suggested..optical drives can be added later quite easily if you find yourself wanting one.

If you do not need wi-fi, skip it and run and ethernet cable since they are generally a better option minus having another cord lying around.

This is my build for >$1000 if you wanted to see it since we seem to have picked many of the same components.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/K4PTA1N/saved/gH3H99