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pchz24 · Sep 25, 2014

After some research this is what I have decided on. Let me know opinions. Budget is not an issue, I just want something nice and reliable and able to be upgraded. Still haven't picked a SSD so any suggestions are welcome. Thanks!

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/wbmsMp

Dark Lord of Tech · Sep 25, 2014

Better power supply and cheaper.

Better ram modules and a CPU cooler.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($338.95 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.50 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-UD5H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($172.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($167.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($127.20 @ Amazon)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 290X 4GB Double Dissipation Video Card ($494.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Antec Twelve Hundred V3 ATX Full Tower Case ($155.38 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1000G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($138.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1784.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-25 21:02 EDT-0400

Liereaper · Sep 25, 2014

try adding a Noctua NH-D14 for a great cpu cooling or a liquid cooling one! and don't forget the OS!

ronintexas · Sep 25, 2014

I love the Samsung 840 Pro/850 Pro SSD drives - IMO - they are the best out there. A bit more budget conscious is the 840 EVO drives. 128GB/256GB are about the sweet spot - depending upon how many programs you need to install on the SSD. I have the 840 EVO - and have Windows 8.1, Microsoft Visual Studio 2013, Microsoft Office and Adobe CS6 Master Collection installed on it....and still have room to spare.

You might also want to consider a backup drive - I would suggest going with a drive large enough to image the SSD and backup all files on the HDD - so maybe a 3TB or 4TB drive - don't worry about speed as much on the backup drive - it is only keeping a backup copy....

I use SyncBack Free to backup my data - it works great and you can't beat the price....

It is a nice build.....starting to get the upgrade itch again.....LOL

rockie_ · Sep 25, 2014

GTX 970 is faster . You dont need such large/expensive case . If you dont plan Crossfire/SLI the PSU is overkill.

JackNaylorPE · Sep 25, 2014

1. Faster memory, same price
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226420

2. This HD is 50% faster For $10 less and has small built in SSD
http://www.tomshardware.com/charts/hdd-charts-2013/-17-PCMark-7-Gaming,2915.html
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822178380&cm_re=SSHD-_-22-178-380-_-Product

3. 970 is $150 Cheaper, faster, quieter, cooler
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127832

4. I have that case.... in a build I did 5.5 years ago.... it's a bit outdated and a bit cumbersome for things like filter cleaning. less money, more features, LEDs , LED Controller, fan controlelr, PSU shroud....
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&DEPA=0&Order=BESTMATCH&Description=Enthoo+Luxe&N=-1&isNodeId=1

5. The HX 650 - 850 are great PSUs (10.0 jonnyguru performance rating) ... the 1050 is a dog (7.0 build quality rationg) tho. The EVGA B2 750 can do two 970s and is only $50.

7.0 Build Quality http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story5&reid=245
9.5 Build Quality http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story6&reid=393
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438028t

Add CPU Cooling:

Budget - Hyper 212 ($30)
Hi End - Phanteks PH-TC14-PE ($65) ... white looks great in white case
Ultra Air - Ctyorig R1 - $90
Best - Swiftech H220-X

pchz24 · Sep 25, 2014

Thanks for the feedback so far. I will be doing some more research and putting together a better list. Thanks again!

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