Building a new computer, could use some help

ezgallardo · Aug 8, 2014

first time building a computer and I think I got all the components down, think it will be a moderately powerful rig, was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions or could confirm for me that everything would work together.

Motherboard- Asus maximus vii hero
cpu- Intel Core i5-4690K
gpu- XFX RADEON Double D R9 280X
ram- Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB 2x8GB DDR3 2400MHz
psu- CORSAIR RM Series RM750
case- CM Storm Stryker

I was also wondering what a good cpu heatsink would be, air not liquid cooled as I dont plan on overclocking. any help is appreciated!

lightcloud · Aug 8, 2014

Nice build. A Noctua NH-D14 is a popular choice and an excellent quiet cooler.

SamiSC · Aug 8, 2014

if you dont plan on overclocking, then no need to get the K version CPU or an expesive CPU cooler, the stock would do just fine.
Also the PSU is more than what you need. you could spend the extra on a better graphics card
go for 8GB ram 1600, ot higher if you find them cheap.

SamiSC · Aug 8, 2014

for the price of those parts, you can get a build like this one

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($223.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($95.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($108.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($379.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT H440 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($83.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1151.40
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-08 02:38 EDT-0400

color coded black and red, good PSU semi modular, 256SSD, and a better graphics card 290.
I added a CPU cooler but you dont really need it, but its $30 so might as well go with it.

Akhil Potukuchi · Aug 8, 2014

ezgallardo :

CM hyper 212 evo is a really good choice and it costs only 30 bucks. It will keep your chip really cool and will also get you mild-medium overclocks. And stick with the k version. Because the difference between the k and non k versions is 6 bucks. And you will have more flexibility after some 2-3 years if you want higher performance and don't want to upgrade. You will then be able to OC. And even if you change your whole build in some years you could have this pc as your reserve build and OC on it for fun

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legend001523 · Aug 8, 2014

You probabpy won't need the hero, use the money to get a r9 290 or 780

ezgallardo · Aug 8, 2014

Thanks for the fast reply's everyone I really appreciate it. So what I can tell you all think I should get a cheaper motherboard and go for a better graphics card. I shouldn't have said I don't plan on overclocking I might get into doing that some day. And 8gb of ram is good to start with? I guess it isn't all that hard to upgrade if I need to in the future. And what is a better choice for a graphics card the r9 290 or the 780? I might use multiple graphics cards in the future depending on how the computer will perform with new games. Again any help is appreciated

legend001523 · Aug 8, 2014

ezgallardo :

Yes, a hero isn't for your needs really, 8gb is fine for gaming, r9 290 is better, but make sure you get a good aftermarket version

ezgallardo · Aug 9, 2014

Ok I think I will go for the r9 290, and what motherboard would you recommend? I should be okay to find ram on my own

legend001523 · Aug 9, 2014

ezgallardo :

Asus z97 k would be good for someone who has one ssd, minor overclocking

ezgallardo · Aug 14, 2014

ok I made some changes to my build, here is what it looks like now.

motherboard- MSI Z97-G45 Gaming LGA 1150 Intel Z97
cpu- Intel Core i5-4690K Haswell Quad-Core
cpu cooler- Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO
gpu-XFX Double Dissipation R9-290X
Ram- CORSAIR Vengeance Pro 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin
power supply- CORSAIR CXM series CX750M 750W (got it cheap at a local store)
case- CM Storm Stryker

What do you guys think, and also I was wondering if I needed to order thermal paste for the cpu cooler

SamiSC · Aug 14, 2014

ezgallardo :

looks very good, you wont need thermal paste, the hyper 212 comes with paste thats good.

if you got the power supply really cheap then might as well go for it, its not that great quality but will work.

legend001523 · Aug 14, 2014

ezgallardo :

The psu isn't the best, it's not the most reliable at all, I would definitely get a new psu, it's okay for low end rigs but for higher end ones it's very dangerous, and yeah, thermal paste will help, even though the cooler comes with it already, it's better to be safe than sorry

ezgallardo · Aug 14, 2014

Thanks for the replys, you guys think the psu isn't the greatest?, it won't cause damage to my system will it?

legend001523 · Aug 14, 2014

It might, but it shouldnt

ezgallardo · Aug 14, 2014

I might just get a better power supply and keep the other as a backup, thanks for the help

legend001523 · Aug 14, 2014

Np, sounds great

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