Final Build Review

texans975 · Aug 22, 2014

Finally decided on all of my parts... Is there any way i can get the same performance for a little bit cheaper perhaps? Recommendations? Alternatives?

Thanks!

http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/texans975/saved/kgH7YJ
http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/texans975/saved/kgH7YJ

JackNaylorPE · Aug 22, 2014

Linkie no workie

texans975 · Aug 22, 2014

JackNaylorPE :

it should be: http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/texans975/saved/kgH7YJ

SnakeGTX · Aug 22, 2014

Looks great! The only possible issue I see is that the BIOS might not be compatible with the CPU. With some manufactures of the motherboard will support you to update your BIOS so that it will work.

The CPU is a Haswell Refresh, and the Motherboard is just Haswell. Any H97/Z97 will have the new BIOS. And if you are planning on OCing, then make sure that the Mobo will allow you to OC.

Also, just a thought, that could save a little money. The PSU is a little overkill. You could get by with plenty of extra power with a 600W.

Calnin · Aug 22, 2014

Just changed a few parts for better pricing.

Z97 motherboard like what's said above about the bios thing.

Changed RAM to something cheaper and easier to install. 2x8gb kit compared to a 4x4.

If you're going for SLI, 850w would give you a bit more headroom which is more ideal. If you're not going to be running SLI, you should just get a 650w.

As for the fans, you don't really need them in my opinion. The case should have enough fans already.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.79 @ DirectCanada)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($144.99 @ Canada Computers)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($152.79 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Intel 530 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($89.84 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.97 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($339.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower Case ($117.50 @ Vuugo)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($128.98 @ Amazon Canada)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-14 DVD/CD Writer ($20.52 @ DirectCanada)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Professional (32/64-bit) ($99.99)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm Fan ($6.34 @ DirectCanada)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm Fan ($6.34 @ DirectCanada)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm Fan ($6.34 @ DirectCanada)
Total: $1348.38

JackNaylorPE · Aug 22, 2014

Still not working here....ie says Can not be displayed, Firefox gives parsing error

texans975 · Aug 22, 2014

JackNaylorPE :

CPU Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core $256.98
CPU Cooler Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing $41.98
Motherboard MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 $123.98
Memory G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 $190.48
Storage Intel 530 Series 120GB 2.5" SSD $94.98
Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM $60.98
Video Card Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB WINDFORCE $354.98
Case Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower $119.98
Power Supply EVGA 750W ATX12V / EPS12V $109.98
Optical Drive Lite-On iHAS124-14 DVD/CD Writer $24.98
Operating System Microsoft Windows 8.1 Professional (32/64-bit) $99.99 USD
Case Fan Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm $8.98
Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm $8.98
Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm $8.98

legend001523 · Aug 22, 2014

Get a 4670k instead, or get a 4670 with a h87 board, drop the cooler, get 8gb of ram for now, why 16? If you render vids you can always buy the other 8gb later

texans975 · Aug 22, 2014

Thanks for the feedback guys! I'd rather go with Devil's Canyon (more future proof).

How do you determine if a motherboard is "good"?

and do i need those additional fans or is that overkill given the CPU cooler and the windforce graphic card?

legend001523 · Aug 22, 2014

More future proof? They're the same chipset but a 100hz higher freq. If you're on a tight budget any board that will house your cpu is fine and you won't need extra fans

JackNaylorPE · Aug 22, 2014

CPU Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core $256.98
Motherboard MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 $123.98

That's $381..... how about the Z97 version for just $385 total...+$4 for the upgarde

Memory G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 $190.48

Big no on the 4 x 4 as it hurts ya OC

DDR2133 CAS 9 - $205 http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226510 +$15
DDR3-1866 CAS 9 - $190 http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231615 same price

Storage Intel 530 Series 120GB 2.5" SSD $94.98
Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM $60.98

Almost double capacity with no what goes where headaches and marginal impact on performance.... boot time will drop from 15.6 to 16.5 seconds
Seagate 2 TB SSHD $115 http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822178380 ...saves $50

Case Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower $119.98
Power Supply EVGA 750W ATX12V / EPS12V $109.98

Great Case .... this ones a lot better tho (also comes in white) .... PSU shroud, Fan Controller (11 fans via PWM)
http://www.ncix.com/detail/phanteks-enthoo-pro-full-tower-6d-98838.htm

This PSU is the best model from EVGA and is $10 cheaper
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438017

CPU Cooler Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing $41.98

Good "budget" cooler .... but you don't have a "budget" system.

Video Card Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB WINDFORCE $354.98

$10 cheaper
http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125463

Tho if loud fans bother you ....this one is $5 more but way quieter

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