First build for gaming and internet browsing. Need help with parts.

Not_FoundX · Dec 18, 2014

This is my first build. It's mainly for gaming and browsing the internet. I was wondering are these parts any good together. Any suggestions or changes? Oh and was thinking about getting the Corsair Carbide Series Spec 01 as a case. If that's any good. Thanks!

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($140.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($199.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($26.97 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($102.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $930.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Djf7nQ

Kaarel_K · Dec 18, 2014

Looks solid to me. I would perhaps loose the DVD reader and switch the HDD to WD black or Seagate hybrid drive.

Not_FoundX · Dec 18, 2014

Kaarel_K :

Thanks for the suggestion and reply. But why would I get rid of the DVD reader and switch to a WD black or Seagate Hybrid Drive?

Havo_k · Dec 18, 2014

Not_FoundX :

You don't have to. Your build is pretty solid as it is.

I have a recommendation, its more powerful than your build and bit cheaper:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z97 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($106.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital RE3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 290 4GB DirectCU II Video Card ($246.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $945.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-18 05:46 EST-0500

Kaarel_K · Dec 18, 2014

It was just a suggestion. DVD drives are not really needed as games are distributed digitally. Also the drives I recommended were a bit faster an more reliable. Both options work well tho.

smeezekitty · Dec 18, 2014

Kaarel_K :

They are still very useful for various reason. Its not worth it for saving $20

Kaarel_K · Dec 18, 2014

If you have a use for DVD-s then go for it by all means.
I feel the PC also looks better without the reader.

zeyuanfu · Dec 18, 2014

Something like this would actually perform the best and have the most bang fro your buck:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus H81M-D PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($44.49 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Redline 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($63.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($77.99 @ Best Buy)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card ($329.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.89 @ Directron)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($92.99 @ Directron)
Total: $931.29
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-18 18:15 EST-0500

Not_FoundX · Dec 18, 2014

Havo_k :

Not_FoundX :

You don't have to. Your build is pretty solid as it is.

I have a recommendation, its more powerful than your build and bit cheaper:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z97 Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($106.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital RE3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 290 4GB DirectCU II Video Card ($246.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $945.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-18 05:46 EST-0500

Thanks for the help and suggestion.

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