New gaming build

HaiMush · Jun 28, 2014

Hey guys, I just about to get this new gaming build:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wdnfFT

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($334.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Scythe SCNJ-3100 110.3 CFM CPU Cooler ($44.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($128.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Kingston Fury Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($185.07 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($134.99 @ Best Buy)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($74.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($369.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12G 650W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($91.50 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1490.48
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

I just wanted to hear your opinions, just want to know if you have any other suggestions or recommendations.

I'm also about to OC this build in the future, but not something really serious so I guess 650W will be enough, if you have any other recommendations please let me know.

THANKS.

IHaveDaBestPC · Jun 28, 2014

Will you do video editing, rendering or heavy multitasking? If not then drop the CPU to 4690K and go for 8GB (2x4) DDR3-1600 ram instead, then upgrade your gpu to an R9 290X

Alpha3031 · Jun 28, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($334.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($128.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($75.60 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($134.99 @ Best Buy)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($74.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($369.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Rosewill 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($98.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1372.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

You can more easily get 3 way crossfire.

HaiMush · Jun 28, 2014

IHaveDaBestPC :

I have to say, where I'm buying this build the prices are very different, if I'll make the changes like you suggested it would cost me much higher, and I can't afford your suggest.

Alpha3031 :

I like your new build you did for me, but I'm not able to get some of your parts like the PS because the store I'm buying it from not have that one.
And they also not supplying the G.Skill model that you specified

Alpha3031 · Jun 28, 2014

Ok, get a different 1000W+ PSU and a different 2x4 kit.

HaiMush · Jun 28, 2014

Alpha3031 :

650W or maybe 750W isn't enough?
When I ever will OC the build I won't go for a serious OC.

Alpha3031 · Jun 28, 2014

Ok the go for 750W with a good quality PSU. (you'd only manage 2 way though)

HaiMush · Jun 28, 2014

Alpha3031 :

Ok, is it really necessary to go with 2-Way? one R9 290 wont be enough?

Alpha3031 · Jun 28, 2014

It will, for now; but it's going to be outdated way before the i7. When you want an upgrade, get another 290.

HaiMush · Jun 28, 2014

Alpha3031 :

Ok, got it, thanks mate

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