Sign in with
Sign up | Sign in
Your question

First own pc build (around 1k)

Tags:
  • Systems
  • Build Your Own
Last response: in Systems
Share
September 9, 2014 3:08:51 AM

Hey guys,

First attempt at building my own system here, will be a Windows/Fedora Linux dual-boot for around 1k Euros.
I am planning to build a system that is suitable for a certain level of Gaming on Windows (i.e. playing a FPS like CS:GO on maximum settings with a frame rate well above 60 and also being able to play other games on high settings) as well as fully compatible (looking at you, video card) for Linux.

I have just compiled components that I think would fit my profile, but as a first time builder, I am essentially clueless, particularly on things like the mainboard and the case.

I do have a pretty good understanding of computers, operating systems and the basic things to look for in components, but am lacking the know-how of building my own system.

I am currently thinking of leaving out a CD/DVD/Blu-ray tray, as I can't remember having used any of them for 2 years now. In case I would have to, I still have a small Notebook.



Here's my current list, with links to the cheapest German vendor I could find for the component:


  • SSD: 512GB Samsung 840 Pro Series 284 Euro [0]
  • HDD: 2TB 7200rpm Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM001 69.00 Euro [1]
  • CPU: 4.0GHz 8-Core AMD FX 8350 145.56 Euro [2]
  • GPU: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 274.46 Euro [3]
    or
    Gigabyte GeForce GTX 760 209.13 Euro [4]
  • RAM: 8GB 1600MHz Kingston XMP KHX16C9T3K2/8X 72.51 Euro [6]
  • MOBO: ASUS M5A97 R2.0 102.93 Euro [7]
  • Power: Seasonic M12II-520 69.00 Euro [8]
  • Case: Corsair 450D Obsidian Series 107.76 Euro [9]

    Total cost with the cheaper choices is 1017.84



  • I am probably going for the cheaper option on the SSD and GPU as the overall price is already a bit over 1k.
    I am completely clueless on the case, don't know what to look for there.
    I think this setup should well fit my requirements, probably even very well, so that I won't have to upgrade for a few years, which is nice.

    My main questions:

    • Have I forgotten any components I need?
    • Are these components compatible with each other?
    • Are there any components that you would recommend against?


  • Thanks a lot for the help!

    Julian

    EDIT:
    Updated based on feedback (removed the 2nd SSD option, downgraded ram to 8gb cl9, swapped power supply)
    EDIT: Updated based on feedback again (added case)
    Do I need to think about adding any extra fans or is that something to be handled by the case?

    --
    [0] http://www.amazon.de/Samsung-Series-interne-SSD-Festpla...
    [1] http://www.hoh.de/hardware/festplatten/hoh-tipp/538231/...
    [2] http://www.amazon.de/AMD-Octa-Core-Prozessor-Socket-Cac...
    [3] http://www.mindfactory.de/product_info.php/2048MB-Gigab...
    [4] http://www.getgoods.de/detail/index/sArticle/866551
    [6] http://www.amazon.de/Kingston-KHX16C9T3K2-8X-Arbeitsspe...
    [7] http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-M5A97-R2-0-SATA-Motherboard/...
    [8] http://www.amazon.de/Seasonic-M12II-520-Stromversorgung...
    [9] http://www.amazon.de/Corsair-CC-9011049-WW-Obsidian-Mid...
  • More about : build

    September 9, 2014 3:27:37 AM

    I think the Sansung 840 SSD is better than the 850

    Corsair CX are not good power supplies. For 770 get 600W, for 760 get 500W eg Seasonic 520/620, XFX 550/650 or Antec HGC 520/620M
    http://www.amazon.de/Seasonic-M12II-620-Stromversorgung...

    Your ram seems really cheap. You only need 8gb. Get cl 9.

    You need a case that the 770/760 can fit into. The 770 is the better one. Gigabyte is very good.

    You could fit them into -

    HAF XM - http://www.amazon.de/Cooler-Master-HAF-PSU-RC-922XM-KKN...

    Stormtrooper - http://www.amazon.de/Cooler-Master-CM-Storm-Trooper/dp/...

    m
    0
    l
    September 9, 2014 3:59:14 AM

    Hey i7baby, thanks for your reply! See the edits below

    i7Baby said:
    I think the Sansung 840 SSD is better than the 850

    Corsair CX are not good power supplies. For 770 get 600W, for 760 get 500W eg Seasonic 520/620, XFX 550/650 or Antec HGC 520/620M
    http://www.amazon.de/Seasonic-M12II-620-Stromversorgung...

    > Okay. Since it seems I'll be going with the 760, I'll get a Seasonice 520, is around 70 Euros.

    Your ram seems really cheap. You only need 8gb. Get cl 9.

    > So something like this? http://www.amazon.de/Kingston-KHX16C9T3K2-8X-Arbeitsspe...

    You need a case that the 770/760 can fit into. The 770 is the better one. Gigabyte is very good.

    You could fit them into -

    HAF XM - http://www.amazon.de/Cooler-Master-HAF-PSU-RC-922XM-KKN...

    Stormtrooper - http://www.amazon.de/Cooler-Master-CM-Storm-Trooper/dp/...

    Wow, I didn't realize I had to get such a huge case and somehow thought it would cost less.
    Looks like I may have to downgrade on some component to still fit it within my price range...
    Which component would you recommend to downgrade on?

    m
    0
    l
    Related resources
    September 9, 2014 4:14:48 AM

    Kingston ram is good

    Try the Asus or Gigabyte 760

    Case - try Corsair 230T, Corsair 450D, Coolermaster N400 - all should fit gtx 760 or 770
    m
    0
    l
    September 9, 2014 5:45:32 AM

    Thanks for your answer, put in the Corsair 450D now.

    I just used pcpartpicker.com to track my current setup. (http://pcpartpicker.com/user/gubbl/saved/vCmNnQ)
    When I entered all of my parts, it showed me a 'compatibility note' saying:
    "Some AMD 970 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Vishera CPUs."
    Should I be concerned about this? Anybody heard of this before?
    Is my specific mainboard affected or is this just concerning some other mainboards with the same chipset?

    Thanks!
    m
    0
    l
    September 9, 2014 4:09:22 PM

    Just make sure your bios is the latest so the fx8350 will run as well as it can. Else get a 990fx mobo or one of the new fx8370E CPUs
    m
    0
    l
    !