Custom PC Build - Help Needed!

RhodesW · Aug 2, 2014

I am about to build a PC, and would really appreciate it if anyone could give me feedback and double-check compatability for me. Here is the link:

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/mXnZ99

Also, will the Noctua NH-D14 be compatible and safe with the rest of my components? As it is notoriously large for a CPU Cooler.
Also, is the i7 4790k worth it ovet the i7 4770k?

P.S. I will be using the system for gaming and video editing.

Thanks in advance for any help offered

DHFF · Aug 2, 2014

Everything looks good. Honestly I think the Noctua is a bit much. Its aslo extremely heavy. Personally I use the CM 212 EVO, Just pop a Noctua NF-F12 on there and you will be good.

tiny voices · Aug 2, 2014

If you are overclocking yes the 4790k is alot better.

I would change the PSU to an XFX750w unit at max. MUCH better quality.

DHFF · Aug 2, 2014

I would also get a little tube of Arttic silver 5 or Arctic MX-2 for your thermal compound if you go with the Cooler master 212.

Never mind, I see that you already have Artic Silver 5 on your list...Carry on.

tiny voices · Aug 2, 2014

DHFF :

Heavy does not matter. The backplate relieves 90% of the stress anyway. It has been proven time and time again that the stock intel cooler (uses no backplate) put WAY more stress on the motherboard than the heaviest aftermarket coolers around.

DHFF · Aug 2, 2014

oh I wasnt Advocating a Stock cooler at all. I was just saying that things weighs over a Kilo. and the 212 comes in at half that. Granted the NH-D14 is still an excellent cooler but if he is not going to be over clocking then the 212 would get the job done for half the weight and a lighter price tag too.

Ytyoussef · Aug 2, 2014

Great build you have there, but I would recommend that you go with a better power supply. Like the supernova g2 850w:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply (£94.99 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £94.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-02 16:12 BST+0100
It is better and cheaper. (A 650W PSU would definitely be enough, but I'm guessing you want to put a second gtx 780 in SLI there, in which case the 850W PSU would be perfect.

Also, I wouldn't personally go for the Caviar black, as it doesn't add much and it is quite a bit more expensive, but that's entirely up to you.

tiny voices · Aug 2, 2014

DHFF :

I'm saying the weight is not a factor. Not saying your were advocating the stock cooler at all, just that weight does not matter like so many people think it does.

DHFF · Aug 2, 2014

If you want to Stick with Corsair for the power supply, here is an excellent model:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-ax860

Ytyoussef · Aug 2, 2014

It is almost 40 gbp more expensive, but it is indeed an excellent unit.

tiny voices · Aug 2, 2014

It is also really overkill.

OP has said nothing about SLI, SI would recommend a 650w unit.

DHFF · Aug 2, 2014

Yes it wont make you friends with your Wallet, I just didn't know if he was partial to Corsair. Personally I like Corsair equipment so if I can help it I tend to go with them.

Ytyoussef · Aug 2, 2014

OP didn't talk about the graphics cards or PSU, but indeed, as I said in my first post, 650W would be enough.

RhodesW · Aug 2, 2014

Sorry for not giving enough detail initially. In the future, I will probably be going for 2-way SLI and will also probably end up overclocking. I think that the OC will be 4.8GHz max, which was why I thought that the Noctua NH-D14 would be better. I'd rather go overkill than "underkill" (if that's a thing).
Also, thanks for the psu recommendation DHFF, I've gone with it

Also, I have never built a PC before... it isn't supposed to be difficult, and I know quite a bit about computers. I am also quite confident going into it after watching and reading many many tutorials. What do you all think about this? Should I go for it?

tiny voices · Aug 2, 2014

Its is very easy to build a computer. Just take your time and it will go fine.

Ytyoussef · Aug 2, 2014

You should really consider the EVGA, as it is 40 gbp cheaper, and you're not losing anything, as it is an excellent power supply. A 9.9 score from jonnyguru : http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story6&reid=377
And it is easy to build a computer, you can watch videos showing you how to do so, and you will be just fine.

RhodesW · Aug 2, 2014

Thanks everyone for the help. I can't pick a solution as you were all so helpful. I'm going to build it myself and probably use the platinum psu (more expensive, but I want the best) and the NH-D14 heatsink.

Thanks again

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