Is this a good build for gaming + video editing.

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

basically i was wondering if someone can tell me in all honestly if this is as good build for gaming and video editing, would appreciate it if people posted

. thanks.

Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor
MSI Z97 Gaming 7 Intel LGA1150 Z97 ATX Motherboard (4x DDR3, 10x USB3.0, 6x USB2.0, GBE, LAN, HDMI, DP)
Corsair Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory
Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer
Corsair Builder Series CXM 750W Modular 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX/EPS PSU
Corsair Graphite Series 230T ATX
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
GTX 980 or GTX780TI
Windows 8.1

ferwindjacks · Sep 16, 2014

Like it all (especially that 980 bit hehe) but I would change your MSI MOBO to an Asus Maximus VII Hero. Lots of bias on the forums here, but I have had MSI issues (DOA and then horrid customer support) so I don't really like their products. I've got an Asus Maximus VI Hero and love it though. 200 dollar MOBO and I can't ask for anything else on it. One of the best features? Fantastic audio chip. Really is.

Anyway, the Maximus VII Hero came out a couple months back and I recommend you pick that up.

Also, the PSU is good but the CX series isn't really meant for SLI if you want to go down that road. I would recommend an XFX 750w Black edition, ask XFX and Corsair are made by the same manufacturer (I believe) and XFX is a bit higher quality IMO.

Good luck with the build!

Vexillarius · Sep 16, 2014

Looks solid, the only thing you could maybe improve is the PSU. Corsair's CX(M) series is okay, but far from fantastic.

Try something like this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $89.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-16 15:23 EDT-0400

Also keep in mind that editing/rendering/etc. actually take advantage of faster RAM. If you can afford it TridentX is excellent.

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

ferwindjacks :

oh right okay thanks and so is this power supply better instead? or can you find it on amazon

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0045L4BJ6/?tag=pcp0f-21

and i cant seem to find VII, is it this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Maximus-VI-C2-Motherboard-Controller/dp/B00E5YV826/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410895956&sr=8-1&keywords=Asus+Maximus+VI+Hero

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

Vexillarius :

Ah okay well i tried the XFX like the guy said above, also is this okay?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-F3-1600C7D-16GTX-Trident-Channel-Memory/dp/B009V50T7O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410896022&sr=8-1&keywords=TridentX+16gb

because I should be able to afford it as i was going to get this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10-Vengeance-Performance-Desktop/dp/B006EWUO22/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410896044&sr=8-1&keywords=Corsair+Vengeance+16GB+%282+x+8GB%29+DDR3-1600+Memory

which costs £121. the trident costs like £130+

Vexillarius · Sep 16, 2014

1600MHz CL10 isn't very good, those Tridents are much better. 2400MHz CL10 TridentX is even better but it may be significantly more expensive. EDIT: This RAM: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Skill-PC3-19200-2400MHz-Gaming-Memory/dp/B007V9PZFI/ You may need to give the CPU a slight OC to get it working correctly.

That PSU you linked to is excellent!

The mobo ferwindjacks meant is this one: http://www.amazon.co.uk/1150-ASUS-Maximus-Hero-Motherboard/dp/B00K8MUTMO/

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

Vexillarius :

Ah okay then so basically these are the ones to go for then:

Mobo: http://www.amazon.co.uk/1150-ASUS-Maximus-Hero-Motherboard/dp/B00K8MUTMO/
PSU: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0045L4BJ6/?tag=pcp0f-21
RAM: http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-F3-1600C7D-16GTX-Trident-Channel-Memory/dp/B009V50T7O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410896022&sr=8-1&keywords=TridentX+16gb

And everything is excellent

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legend001523 · Sep 16, 2014

For editing get 2400mhz RAM , psu you've changed so rest is fine

Vexillarius · Sep 16, 2014

terminator123 :

Vexillarius :

Ah okay then so basically these are the ones to go for then:

Mobo: http://www.amazon.co.uk/1150-ASUS-Maximus-Hero-Motherboard/dp/B00K8MUTMO/
PSU: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0045L4BJ6/?tag=pcp0f-21
RAM: http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-F3-1600C7D-16GTX-Trident-Channel-Memory/dp/B009V50T7O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410896022&sr=8-1&keywords=TridentX+16gb

And everything is excellent

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If you can afford the 2400MHz RAM get that, otherwise this RAM will do as well. Everything else is looking really good!

ferwindjacks · Sep 16, 2014

Spot on guys. Thanks for giving him the link to the MOBO. The faster RAM is going to give you an edge in editing for sure. Good luck with the build, and let's all hope that Nvidia pulls 20nm out of their asses

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

Okay then thanks! so is it this one:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-PC3-19200-2400MHz-TridentX-10-12-12-31/dp/B0080GA2TA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1410897297&sr=8-2&keywords=TridentX+16gb+2400mhz

I think I can afford, if not shall i just go for
http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-F3-2666C12D-16GTXD-Memory-Module-DDR3-RAM/dp/B00DH9HV8K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1410897234&sr=8-2&keywords=TridentX+16gb

im not going to be doing tons of editing but a fair bit when i get the chance too

legend001523 · Sep 16, 2014

Yeah top one is good, should speed things up

Vexillarius · Sep 16, 2014

You can go with the 2666MHz RAM as well, but I believe those will push the i7's memory controller to it's limits. That said, if it doesn't work at 2666MHz you can always configure it to run at 2400MHz CL10, like the other RAM.
It'll be a bit more hassle, but if you don't mind that you save a couple pounds and have a chance at even faster RAM.

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

Right okay, for the final key,

Is it certain and okay for me to go with the quad kit, so ill be putting 4 ram slots in all 4 slots.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-PC3-19200-2400MHz-TridentX-10-12-12-31/dp/B0080GA2TA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1410897297&sr=8-2&keywords=TridentX+16gb+2400mhz

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terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

legend001523 :

Oh right okay then, if you are certain about that then i will go withit

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legend001523 · Sep 16, 2014

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

legend001523 :

COol but just one last thing,

some videos say to seperate the ram on the slot channels..

this quad kit has 4 ram sticks to go on 4 slots, so would it matter in this case?

legend001523 · Sep 16, 2014

Go dual channel, try to get 2x8, if you can't, then no, it doesn't matter

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

legend001523 :

Ah okay, can you check for me if this will work and is compatible.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Skill-PC3-19200-2400MHz-Gaming-Memory/dp/B007V9PZFI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410899028&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=16GB+G.Skill+DDR3+PC3-19200+2400MHz+TridentX+Series+CL10+%2810-12-12-31%29+dual+Channel+kit

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legend001523 · Sep 16, 2014

Yep looks fine and very good reviews

ferwindjacks · Sep 16, 2014

Yes that will work. Just make sure it's in dual channel slots. The MOBO guide will show you where they are.

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

legend001523 :

Okay then guys I think thats it.
I wish I could thank you more but I really appreciate all of your help this evening! This forum has given me the best support I've come across so far! Thank you!

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

ferwindjacks :

Ah okay I'll make sure of that
I wish I could thank you more but I really appreciate all of your help this evening! This forum has given me the best support I've come across so far! Thank you! I'll now put all the specs together and find myself a price!

Thank you!

terminator123 · Sep 16, 2014

ferwindjacks :

Actually there is one more thing

or the guy above.
This is the final thing, is it spectacular?

Motherboard: http://www.amazon.co.uk/1150-ASUS-Maximus-Hero-Motherboard/dp/B00K8MUTMO/
Mod 1150 ASUS Z97 Maximus VII Hero ATX Motherboard

Power Supply: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0045L4BJ6/?tag=pcp0f-21
XFX PRO750W Core Edition 80+ Bronze ATX 750 Energy Star Certified Power Supply - P1750SNLB9

RAM: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Skill-PC3-19200-2400MHz-Gaming-Memory/dp/B007V9PZFI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410899028&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=16GB+G.Skill+DDR3+PC3-

19200+2400MHz+TridentX+Series+CL10+%2810-12-12-31%29+dual+Channel+kit#productDetails
G Skill 2x 8GB PC3-19200 DDR3 2400MHz Gaming Memory Kit

Processor: http://www.ebuyer.com/645546-intel-core-i7-4790k-4ghz-socket-1150-8mb-l3-cache-retail-boxed-bx80646i74790k
Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor

Harddrive: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0036Q7MV0/?tag=pcp0f-21
Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive

Opitcal Drive: http://www.ebuyer.com/506016-samsung-sh-224db-24x-internal-dvd-writer-with-sata-oem-sh-224db-bebe
Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer

Solid State Drive: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-250GB-Basic-Solid-State/dp/B00E391OX6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410900064&sr=8-1&keywords=Samsung+840+EVO+250GB+2.5%22+Solid

+State+Drive
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive

Graphics Card: GTX 980 or GTX 780TI.

CPU Cooler: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0068OI7T8/?tag=pcp0f-21
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler

Case: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-Graphite-Compact-Windowed-Computer/dp/B00EWHOIN2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1410888792&sr=8-3&keywords=Corsair+Graphite+230T
Corsair Graphite Series 230T ATX

Windows 8.1: Free (already got)

ferwindjacks · Sep 16, 2014

All set. Just wait until Friday for launch of 900 series. Might be worth it.

Is this a good build for gaming + video editing.

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