First Time PC Builder Needs Help

Theguynamedty · Jul 29, 2014

I am really into gaming and I've searched through the stores and there is no one PC with the exact components that I would like. So I tried to go to websites were they build your dream PC, but for the components I chose the price was almost $200-$350 more than the components were worth on newegg.com. So I've decided (after some research) that I want to build my own. I have picked through most of the components and I would like to know if the components(below) are compatible with each other, and if you think I should switch out one part for another, or your opinion about how well you think it will work(I'm hoping to be able to run most games on best settings well). Also I plan to run Windows 8.1 on this PC. Also also, what type of cooling system should I use, links please, I do not plan to go the liquid cooling route.

Components:

Mother Board: ASRock P67 PRO3 (B3) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
Intel P67
Core i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron (LGA1155)
DDR3 2133(OC)/1866(OC)

CPU(Processor): Intel Core i5-4460 Haswell Quad-Core 3.2GHz LGA 1150 Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 4600 BX80646I54460
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819117302

GPU(Video/Graphics Card/Chip):SAPPHIRE 100363L Radeon R9 280X 3GB 384-Bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card
2048 Stream Processors
3GB 384-Bit GDDR5
PCI Express 3.0 x16
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202046

Case(Will it fit all this?):Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Top 140mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147153

DVD-ROM: ASUS Black 18X DVD-ROM 48X CD-ROM SATA DVD-ROM Drive Model DVD-E818AAT (DVD-E818AAT/BLK/B/GE) - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135304

Memory(RAM): Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model BLS8G3D1609DS1S00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148540

Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 TR-600 600W ATX12V v2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Power Supply
ATX12V v2.3
115 / 230 V
20+4Pin
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153166

Hard Drive: Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Bare Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148840

PS, please tell me if I am missing any other components

KyleADunn · Jul 29, 2014

Everything looks fine and dandy, aside from the power supply. A low tier brand, and a low wattage for your system, together make for a bad PSU selection. Spend a bit more on that component, as it's quite important for the stability, upgradability, and survivability of your system. I went with a Thermaltake 700w and it's already giving me problems. Also, the Thermaltake has horridly ugly looking cables...trust me.

I recommend: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?gclid=CP3bsc_y6r8CFWwQ7AodE3QAaA&Item=N82E16817207015&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-Power+Supplies-_-N82E16817207015&ef_id=U6iS8gAAAfxsuw4P:20140729160217:s

Manufactured by SeaSonic (one of the best PSU makers) and branded by XFX. Good wattage, good amperage on the 12v rail, and it's bronze rated. Also, beautiful cables.

EDIT: As for the hard drive, I'd shoot for a Western Digital Red series. They're generally better for gaming, and not very costly. Maybe $10 difference.

Theguynamedty · Jul 29, 2014

Everything looks fine and dandy, aside from the power supply. A low tier brand, and a low wattage for your system, together make for a bad PSU selection. Spend a bit more on that component, as it's quite important for the stability, upgradability, and survivability of your system. I went with a Thermaltake 700w and it's already giving me problems.

I recommend: I]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?gclid=CP3bsc...

I just realized that the mother board supports 2133 OC/ 1866 OC, and the RAM stick I put up there is 1600 OC, do you think that would be an issue?

shortstuff_mt · Jul 29, 2014

KyleADunn :

Things are most certainly not "fine and dandy". The old LGA 1155 motherboard is not compatible with the LGA 1150 CPU. It's true that the PSU is garbage.

OP - Please edit your thread to include all the information in the *How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice* sticky so we can help you get the best system for your intended use and budget.

KyleADunn · Jul 29, 2014

Theguynamedty :

It wouldn't be, as the motherboard will use the available RAM frequency. The make just advertises the maximum it handles, usually.

KyleADunn · Jul 29, 2014

shortstuff_mt :

KyleADunn :

Things are most certainly not "fine and dandy". The old LGA 1155 motherboard is not compatible with the LGA 1150 CPU. It's true that the PSU is garbage.

OP - Please edit your thread to include all the information in the *How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice* sticky so we can help you get the best system for your intended use and budget.

Skipped my mind; never have people post incompatible board/cpus. Shortstack here is right though, you'll need a better board.

Thanks for the tone, though, Mod.

Theguynamedty · Jul 29, 2014

shortstuff_mt :

KyleADunn :

Things are most certainly not "fine and dandy". The old LGA 1155 motherboard is not compatible with the LGA 1150 CPU. It's true that the PSU is garbage.

OP - Please edit your thread to include all the information in the *How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice* sticky so we can help you get the best system for your intended use and budget.

I will soon, but any suggestions on a newer mother board that is compatible with my components (I am also going to get a new PSU)

KyleADunn · Jul 29, 2014

Theguynamedty :

shortstuff_mt :

I will soon, but any suggestions on a newer mother board that is compatible with my components (I am also going to get a new PSU)

It's really based on your budget, but my 2c would be: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128714

Good build quality, and if you were to get a "k" marked CPU, it'd be good for overclocking.

shortstuff_mt · Jul 29, 2014

While we wait for more information here is a build to consider.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($22.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($80.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Dual-X Video Card ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Rosewill CHALLENGER ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $970.39
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-07-29 12:25 EDT-0400

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