Best PC You Can Build For $1800 AUD?

ElectrikBlew · Dec 29, 2014

Hi guys - as the title suggests I need some help building a PC for no more than $1800 AUD. Gaming oriented, but multi-purpose, possibly for streaming/recording videos. Not going huge on overclocking but would like it as an option. I already have a monitor, keyboard, mouse and OS. High temperatures and excessively loud fans are a no-no. I like pretty lights :pt1cable:

. Thanks

jdw_swb · Dec 29, 2014

PCPartPicker part list: http://au.pcpartpicker.com/p/8BgN99
Price breakdown by merchant: http://au.pcpartpicker.com/p/8BgN99/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($425.00 @ Centre Com)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($36.00 @ CPL Online)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($179.00 @ Scorptec)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($112.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.00 @ CPL Online)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($92.00 @ IJK)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($559.00 @ CPL Online)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Enforcer ATX Mid Tower Case ($95.00 @ Centre Com)
Power Supply: Corsair RM 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($159.00 @ PCCaseGear)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($19.00 @ CPL Online)
Total: $1795.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-29 18:31 EST+1100

ElectrikBlew · Dec 29, 2014

Very nice, thanks!

Trossa · Dec 29, 2014

Change the case to a 690 iii and the PSU to something like an evga gold, xfx, antec, Seasonic or super flower

I know this thread is answered but bang

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-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.00 @ CPL Online)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($170.00 @ CPL Online)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($101.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($88.00 @ IJK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($61.00 @ Centre Com)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE 3X Video Card ($479.00 @ Centre Com)
Case: Cooler Master 690 III ATX Mid Tower Case ($105.00 @ CPL Online)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($145.00 @ Centre Com)
Total: $1663.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-29 19:09 EST+1100

ElectrikBlew · Dec 29, 2014

Thanks Trossa

Icaraeus · Dec 29, 2014

Perhaps consider the Fractal Define Design R5 if you want a case that is soundproof, looks good, has really good airflow, has excellent cable management options, easy to remove panels and trays, easy to attach and remove SSD slots behind the motherboard and has switchable door hinges. I have the Define R4 and it's awesome - the R5 is even better.

Edit: I messed up the name lol. It's Fractal Design Define R4/5. It's such a long name for a case.

Trossa · Dec 29, 2014

The R5 costs $40 more than the 690 iii here in Straya. Is it worth the extra money? Probably not imo.

Edit: If you like pretty lights then get the windowed 690 III and this:
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1354_1356&products_id=25117&zenid=cae441d7ca57d1d3b6fe72e2ad18c92f

Icaraeus · Dec 30, 2014

Yeah it's $150 but definitely worth it - I'm from Australia as well

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