First Time Builder Tips?

Azuc · Jun 16, 2014

I'm currently ordering this list

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/Audits/saved/WbHRsY

Any tips for building I need to know? I've watched a few videos but don't want to mess anything up.

EasyLover · Jun 16, 2014

Basic question: Why ivybridge? Why not Haswell?

reesemonster · Jun 16, 2014

You mean tips for actually putting it together, or for the build?

i7Baby · Jun 16, 2014

Google stuff and get eg http://lifehacker.com/5828747/how-to-build-a-computer-from-scratch-the-complete-guide

iron8orn · Jun 16, 2014

You need at least another 50watts for the 770 and if i must say such a nice card and k deserves a z87/97 mobo.
Dont forget your minimum cooler master hyper 212 evo to match your k and z.

iron8orn · Jun 16, 2014

EasyLover :

i would probly go haswell too.

Intel Core i5-4670K it would like $20 more but if you can squeeze it into the budget why not.

Azuc · Jun 16, 2014

I was told 550W would be fine by a few people

i7Baby · Jun 16, 2014

The i5 4670k isn't much more - http://www.amazon.com/Intel-i5-4670K-Quad-Core-Desktop-Processor/dp/B00CO8TBOW
And get an ASRock Z97 Extreme 4 to go with it - $144 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157503&cm_re=ASRock_Z97_Extreme_4-_-13-157-503-_-Product

Get GSkill 1.5V cl 9 2 x 4gb 1866 ram instead

I'd rather an Asus 248 monitor but they cost another $30 more than that weird Acer.

iron8orn · Jun 16, 2014

I think your selected psu would possibly be ok with no overclocking but since your getting a k and z and newegg recommends a 600watt for the 770 you better not mess around.

It is much better to have more than enough power than it is to break your computer or something crazy like a fire.

Azuc · Jun 16, 2014

Also. I can't change CPU as I already own that part, I built the computer list around that.

And yeah I'm not overclocking so from what I heard the PSU should be able to handle it

iron8orn · Jun 16, 2014

Azuc :

o.. lol well you could have gone about your build differently for no oc

i7Baby · Jun 16, 2014

But that's an O/C cpu. Get an O/C mobo - Z77 with it eg ASRock Z77 Extreme 4.

Graphiicz · Jun 16, 2014

Have you already ordered that? Because it can be improved.

EasyLover · Jun 16, 2014

Pl provide your budget and its flexibility as well.

EasyLover · Jun 16, 2014

Check this build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($301.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($71.30 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN725N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ B&H)
Total: $1183.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-16 10:23 EDT-0400

Graphiicz · Jun 16, 2014

EasyLover :

Check this build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($301.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($71.30 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN725N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ B&H)
Total: $1183.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-16 10:23 EDT-0400

Good build but I'd recommend a better cooler, case and the 280X.

EasyLover · Jun 16, 2014

Case is OP's choice. I just recommend one out of so many options. 770 vs 280x is a debate. Anyhow, both are good performers one has mantle advantage whereas the other has PhysiX advantage. At the end it would depend upon the games which OP plays most.

For cooler I chose Noctua NH-U14S but then the budget was being crossed over. If OP is ok with that then Noctua is much much much better choice.

Graphiicz · Jun 16, 2014

EasyLover :

Well the 280X is the same performance but cheaper, so yeah.

EasyLover · Jun 16, 2014

This is with 280X and Noctua Cooler:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.97 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U14S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 280X 3GB Black Edition Double Dissipation Video Card ($279.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($71.30 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($134.99 @ NCIX US)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN725N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($8.88 @ B&H)
Total: $1190.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-16 14:11 EDT-0400

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