My PC? Adivse? I'm a starter!

JamesN777

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Hey I'm a starter and this would be my very first gaming PC. I dont really want something super expensive neither cheap. I want a good computer. I built this one and I wanted to know if it looks alright! My main doubts on this PC are if the 240mm dual corsair hydro series h60 are enough for a PC like this??????????


Gaming Chasis: Raidmax Viper GX Mid-Tower Gaming Case w/ USB 3.0, External SSD 2.5 inch EZ swap & Side-Panel Window
Laser Engraving: None
Neon Light Upgrade: None
Extra Case Fans: Default case fans
Noise Reduction Technology: None
CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-4690K 3.5 GHz 6MB Intel Smart Cache LGA1150 (All Venom OC Certified)
Freebies: None
Performance Tuning Protection Plan by Intel: None
Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: No Overclocking
CPU / Processor Cooling Fan: Corsair Hydro Series H60 High Performance Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Dual Standard 120MM Fans (Push-Pull))
Coolant for Cyberpower Xtreme Hydro Water Cooling Kits: Standard Coolant
Motherboard: ASUS MAXIMUS VII RANGER ATX w/ Intel GbLAN, 3 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 1x M.2, 6x SATA 6Gb/s (All Venom OC Certified)
Freebies: None
Intel Smart Response Technology: None
RAM / System Memory: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1866MHz Dual Channel Memory (ADATA XPG V2)
Video Card: AMD Radeon R9 270X 2GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 Video Card (Single Card)
Freebies: None
Power Supply: 550 Watts - Corsair CSM Series CS550M 80 Plus Gold Certified Modular Ultra Quiet Power Supply
Hard Drive: 2TB (2TBx1) SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 64MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Drive)
Secondary Hard Drive: None
Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None
External Storage: None
USB Flash Drive: None
Optical Drive: LG 12X Internal Blu-ray Drive & DVDRW, 3D Playback Combo Drive (BLACK COLOR)
Optical Drive 2: None
External Optical Drive: None
Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
NVIDIA 3D Vision Glasses: None
LCD Monitor: None
2nd Monitor: None
3rd Monitor: None
Speakers: None
Internal Network Card: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
Keyboard: AZZA Multimedia USB Gaming Keyboard
Mouse: AZZA Optical 1600dpi Gaming Mouse with Weight Adjustable Cartridge
Mouse Pad: None
Headset: None
Gaming Gear: None
Fan Controller/Temperature Display: None
Internal USB Expansion Module: None
Internal Wireless Network Card: None
External Wireless Network Card: None
Wireless Routers/Hubs: None
Docking Station: None
Bluetooth: None
Flash Media Reader/Writer: INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer (BLACK COLOR)
Video Camera: None
Tablet: None
Cables: None
Power & Surge Protection: None
USB Hub & Port: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports
External USB ADAPTER: None
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows 8.1 (64-bit Edition) + Office 365 FREE 30 Days Trial
Media Center Remote Control & TV Tuner: None
Office Suite: None
Games: None
Ultra Care Option: None
Service: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR [3 Year Labor, 1 Year Parts] LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT
 
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I just had a look on Cyberpower (where I assume you're looking to buy this from) and they charge $120 to upgrade from a 270 to a 280. If you bought these cards outright, the difference is about $50.
The markup on the motherboards aren't as high, which means while it would usually work out, dropping from a $180 mobo to a $130 mobo and getting a 280 rather than a 270, it doesn't really work out with Cyberpower due to the markup.

But if you were to build yourself, you could get something much more powerful for similar money
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H60 54.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler...
I think everything looks great! The only thing I would recommend would be to hold off on the keyboard and mouse unless you know you like those (or they aren't added expense in the build). If you haven't used them before, I would recommend going to a store(s) and actually holding the mouse and typing on a keyboard, use the usual gaming keys etc. It can make a huge difference.
 

byza

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Yes the CPU cooler will be fine.
Do you plan on overclocking?
Why not get a cheaper motherboard and better GPU? It's a bit unbalanced.
Are you willing to build yourself? It doesn't take to long, a few hours if it's your first time and it's pretty easy and will get a much better computer for your money. If so, what is your budget?
 

JamesN777

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What motherboard and graphics card would you recommend me to balance it out?
 

byza

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I just had a look on Cyberpower (where I assume you're looking to buy this from) and they charge $120 to upgrade from a 270 to a 280. If you bought these cards outright, the difference is about $50.
The markup on the motherboards aren't as high, which means while it would usually work out, dropping from a $180 mobo to a $130 mobo and getting a 280 rather than a 270, it doesn't really work out with Cyberpower due to the markup.

But if you were to build yourself, you could get something much more powerful for similar money
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H60 54.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($57.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($128.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Kingston Fury Red Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($86.38 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($349.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Raidmax Viper GX ATX Mid Tower Case ($80.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 750W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1249.26
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
 
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