I5 4690 non k with crossfire r9 290 oc tri x will it bottleneck?

RashidSalem · Sep 17, 2014

Here's my specs
Processor: i5 4690 non K
Ram: 8GB DDR3 1600MHZ Kingston hyperx fury
SSD: 120GB Kingston hyperx
HDD: WD 1TB Black
Motherboard: I need your choice with that
PSU: I need your choice with that too
Case: NZXT H440

Will the i5 4690 bottleneck my crossfired r9 290 oc tri x?

Please tell me motherboards for best price that's crossfire friendly and intel processor compatible.
I need a 1000w PSU too.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 17, 2014

No not a chance of bottleneck there. That CPU is good enough for even dual 295X2s'.

Also, what budget are you in for the MoBo and PSU?

Likewise, I'd get ASROCK Z97 EXTREME series MoBo or ASUS Z97-A. MSI and GB Gaming series are good choices too. Depends on your budget, all are CF friendly.

PSU: I'd get EVGA 1kW G2 w/o doubts here, excellent quality and great value/money.

Thaisnang · Sep 17, 2014

PSU's I'll recommend --> http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1850bbefx
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-120g21000xr
Motherboard->Well that depends on your budget but these are one of the best though-->
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-maximusviihero
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-motherboard-maximusviiformula
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gaz97xgamingg1wifibk

RashidSalem · Sep 17, 2014

You guys have listed everything I wanted, thanks. And, the parts price are at my budget limit plus Thaisnang is the recommend PSU is enough for 2 R9 290's? And, is the Asus Z97-A a good choice? I can see that's a good choice for the money, would it last long, like a good quality? And as I can see it does support SLI and Crossfire luckily. Thanks guys, I really appreciated it, now I can spend my money on something that's good and doesn't cost a lot, thanks once again.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 17, 2014

I'd go with 1kW for CF, 850W will be too close. And get EVGA G2, they're awesome PSUs. Yes Asus Z97 A is a GREAT MoBo both features and quality wise, definately worth every penny

RashidSalem · Sep 17, 2014

What about this PSU? It's from the same company http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CGYCNG2/ref=asc_df_B00CGYCNG23311961?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=pg-1587-34-20&linkCode=df0&creative=395097&creativeASIN=B00CGYCNG2 Just a different version and less price.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 17, 2014

Actually that's the very same PSU I was talking about, great one!

Thaisnang · Sep 17, 2014

RashidSalem :

It is same as the one I recommended above. It is cheaper on newegg.

RashidSalem · Sep 18, 2014

My problem is solved, thanks guys once again, I really appreciate your help.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 18, 2014

Glad to help

RashidSalem · Sep 18, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

One more question if you don't mind, what is (UEFI)? Cause on the box of my GPU it says that plus at sapphire's website too? If you have UEFI or whatever is that does it affect motherboard choice like the Asus z97-a? Or the power supply or anything? I am pretty confused.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 18, 2014

That's just a different kind of bios supported by mobos. You don't need to worry about that.

RashidSalem · Sep 18, 2014

So, I've put my R9 290 OC TRI X for sell at the nearby store that I bought from, anyways. I think that's one r9 290 will be enough for me, I am looking for gaming with friends and that's pretty much it but, you guys have enlighten me with your knowledge and it's pretty much appreciated. Could you please tell me what's the advantages of crossfire and when to get crossfire and when to not? Is one R9 290 OC TRI X enough for intensive gaming? Just tell me what you know.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 18, 2014

From what I know, a single 290 is more than fine for ultra gaming on 1080p. Get a second down the road in couple years when you feel you can get better with dual gpu, right now a single will give 60+

RashidSalem · Sep 18, 2014

MeteorsRaining :

So, how many years will it hold? I feel satisfied now, thanks

Thaisnang · Sep 18, 2014

RashidSalem :

r9 290 would run most games on ultra coming in the next couple of years. Ofcourse there would be some exceptions.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 19, 2014

Unless game devs start making bizzare speced games, you should be fine for a couple of years. You see, the 290 competes with 780. Also, the 680 released a couple years back, can still run most games comfortably on ultra, so you should be fine

RashidSalem · Sep 19, 2014

Never mind, I'll crossfire lol. Is there any other ways I can contact you guys like skype maybe? If I had any questions?

MeteorsRaining · Sep 20, 2014

PM us and we can take the matter forward.

RashidSalem · Sep 20, 2014

What's with all the stuttering or games not able to launch dual gpu mode comments on youtube? Is it still there? Will I face this problem?

MeteorsRaining · Sep 20, 2014

With the latest drivers you ideally won't face such issues.

RashidSalem · Sep 20, 2014

Could you please link me the latest drivers? As soon as I get my PC I'll install the latest drivers.

MeteorsRaining · Sep 20, 2014

Download them from the manufacturer's site.

RashidSalem · Sep 21, 2014

What do you think of this PSU? http://gear-up.me/coolermaster-vanquard-gold-series-1000w-modular.html this is the only one that's available in my country, cooler master product.

Will I face any problem with this PSU and Asus Z97-A plus my two Sapphire R9 290 OC TRI X?

MeteorsRaining · Sep 21, 2014

Luckily, that PSU is extremely high quality and can easily handle 2 290s

I5 4690 non k with crossfire r9 290 oc tri x will it bottleneck?

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