My Custom PC Build (First Time), is everything ok?

Andrew Peskett · Dec 24, 2014

Hey guys, I am building my first ever PC, and have a link to all the parts I am using. If anyone is helpful enough, could you please look through and see if there is anything wrong/suggestions. Thanks

Link - http://au.pcpartpicker.com/p/spqbGX

Dunlop0078 · Dec 24, 2014

Well first off what is it for? If its for gaming you can get by with something much cheaper and i would definitely recommend something better than a gtx 760 if your spending that much money.

Joseph DeGarmo · Dec 24, 2014

This is a more balanced build.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($425.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($105.00 @ CPL Online)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VII HERO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($269.00 @ CPL Online)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($112.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($81.00 @ Centre Com)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($98.00 @ Centre Com)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($519.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($179.00 @ CPL Online)
Power Supply: XFX XTR 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($149.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Optical Drive: LG BH16NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($87.00 @ CPL Online)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($119.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: BenQ EW2440L 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: BenQ EW2440L 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Keyboard: Razer DeathStalker Wired Gaming Keyboard ($73.00 @ CPL Online)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($46.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $2660.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-25 05:08 EST+1100

Dunlop0078 · Dec 24, 2014

Joseph DeGarmo :

This is a more balanced build.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($425.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($105.00 @ CPL Online)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VII HERO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($269.00 @ CPL Online)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($112.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($81.00 @ Centre Com)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($98.00 @ Centre Com)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($519.00 @ Mwave Australia)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($179.00 @ CPL Online)
Optical Drive: LG BH16NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($87.00 @ CPL Online)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($119.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: BenQ EW2440L 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Monitor: BenQ EW2440L 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($199.00 @ CPL Online)
Keyboard: Razer DeathStalker Wired Gaming Keyboard ($73.00 @ CPL Online)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($46.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $2511.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-25 04:47 EST+1100

I agree this is better. But you forgot to include a power supply.

Joseph DeGarmo · Dec 24, 2014

Dunlop0078 :

Joseph DeGarmo :

I agree this better. But you forgot to include a power supply.

Added PSU to the build.

Andrew Peskett · Dec 24, 2014

Joseph DeGarmo :

Dunlop0078 :

Added PSU to the build.

Although I do like that build, I am really keen for DDR4 Ram, hence the motherboard and cpu etc. Since I am spending $500 on my cpu, I don't really have the money to spend on that Graphics Card, and I don't see much wrong with the 760 tbh. I will mainly be using it for editing videos and exporting, music, and downloads

Dunlop0078 · Dec 24, 2014

Is there any reason you need ddr4 ram and a x99 mobo they are really overpriced right now and offer little to no performance increase over ddr3. And there is nothing wrong with a 760 i have one but its getting old and if i was spending that kind of money on a pc i would not be getting a 760 but if you dont do any gaming i guess its fine. And what kind of video editing? A pc like this is quite overpowered for a little video editing, listening to music and downloading stuff.

Andrew Peskett · Dec 24, 2014

Dunlop0078 :

The reason for this is that I don't want to build a DDR3 PC, then have to spend more money to upgrade in the future. I will be gaming, but I wouldn't say that that is the purpose, it's more of an all round PC.

Dunlop0078 · Dec 24, 2014

Andrew Peskett :

Everything else in your pc will need to be replaced long before ddr3 becomes obsolete ddr4 is just ddr3 that's slightly faster and uses slightly less power but you do what you want its your money. If your worried about having to upgrade soon then definitely dont buy a 760 that will be considered old and slow long before ddr3 is. For an all around pc for some video editing and light gaming this is a complete waste of money that is an enthusiast build for a rich guy who loves to blow money or for someone who actually needs that much computing power for rendering or other intensive tasks. But like i said its your money spend it how you want.

Andrew Peskett · Dec 25, 2014

Dunlop0078 :

Andrew Peskett :

Everything else in your pc will need to be replaced long before ddr3 becomes obsolete ddr4 is just ddr3 that's slightly faster and uses slightly less power but you do what you want its your money. If your worried about having to upgrade soon then definitely dont buy a 760 that will be considered old and slow long before ddr3 is. For an all around pc for some video editing and light gaming this is a complete waste of money that is an enthusiast build for a rich guy who loves to blow money or for someone who actually needs that much computing power for rendering or other intensive tasks. But like i said its your money spend it how you want.

So, what graphics card would you suggest, that is under $400AUD?

Joseph DeGarmo · Dec 25, 2014

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($399.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $399.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-25 16:40 EST+1100

Andrew Peskett · Dec 25, 2014

Sweet, thanks. For my dual monitors setup I will just run a straight HDMI to one monitor, then a DVI-D to HDMI cable to the second

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