1440p Mid - High End Gaming Build

jamiefmolloy · Feb 6, 2016

Hi guys, this is my first pc build.
Not too sure what I'm doing but I want a pc that is capable of running games at 1440p high settings 60fps. Is 1440p worth it and would this build be capable of it. I would quite like to cut down on the cost a bit but I also want to future proof it to some extent so I don't have to buy new parts anytime soon.

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/nhJLt6

CTurbo · Feb 6, 2016

No the GTX960 would really struggle at 1440p. You're not going to be able to cut down on the overall cost since you pretty much HAVE to have a much better video card.

What is your budget? 1440p may not be realistic for you.

SkittishGaming · Feb 6, 2016

Use a higher GB graphics card. and a socket 1151 processor and mobo if you want to get close to playing 1440p.

ael00 · Feb 6, 2016

If you want 1440p you have to push at least for a 970. You would be far better off on 1080p with a 970/980 vs. 1440p on a 960.

CTurbo · Feb 6, 2016

This would be a huge step in the right direction

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor (£155.99 @ Amazon UK)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard (£69.96 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£33.48 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£55.90 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 390X 8GB Double Dissipation Video Card (£312.83 @ More Computers)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case (£59.99 @ Novatech)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply (£68.03 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £756.18
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-06 19:07 GMT+0000

CTurbo · Feb 6, 2016

This would be even better

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor (£155.99 @ Amazon UK)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard (£69.96 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£33.48 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£42.99 @ Ebuyer)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 Fury X 4GB Video Card (£469.98 @ Amazon UK)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case (£49.98 @ Ebuyer)
Power Supply: Antec TruePower Classic 750W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply (£74.49 @ Dabs)
Total: £896.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-06 19:12 GMT+0000

SkittishGaming · Feb 6, 2016

CTurbo :

This would be even better

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor (£155.99 @ Amazon UK)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard (£69.96 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£33.48 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£42.99 @ Ebuyer)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 Fury X 4GB Video Card (£469.98 @ Amazon UK)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case (£49.98 @ Ebuyer)
Power Supply: Antec TruePower Classic 750W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply (£74.49 @ Dabs)
Total: £896.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-06 19:12 GMT+0000

hw about using the i5 4960k 3.5 GHz

jamiefmolloy · Feb 6, 2016

So if I did decide to go for a 1440p build I would need to spend more on a graphics card.. how does the GTX 970 stack up against the R9 390? There's a very small price difference. My budget is flexible but I'm a student so obviously less expensive is better, could probably stretch to £900. Is paying the extra money really worth it for 1440p gaming or would I be better off sticking to 1080p? I know it's preference but those extra pixels seem to be pretty pricey, and tbh I'd rather take 60fps at 1080p over 30fps at 1440p. I'm pretty certain I'm going to want an ssd also..

jamiefmolloy · Feb 6, 2016

I appreciate everyones help btw!

CTurbo · Feb 6, 2016

The 390 is better than the 970 at 1440p. The 4690k is a TERRIBLE choice if you're trying to cut costs. Overclocking doesn't really add any noticeable performance and it's expensive to do. The 4690k + after market cooler + Z97 motherboard is over $100 more expensive than the 4590 + H97.

CTurbo · Feb 6, 2016

You'd want more than a single 970 or 390 at 1440p. Do you already have a 1440p monitor? Those aren't cheap you know. There is no way you could build a PC AND buy a monitor for under £900

jamiefmolloy · Feb 6, 2016

CTurbo :

I think you've convinced me to stick with 1080p hahah, didn't realise it was so expensive. Are you saying the build I have is fine for 1080p but I should choose a cheaper processor?

CTurbo · Feb 7, 2016

This is what I recommend for 1080p

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor (£155.89 @ Amazon UK)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard (£69.96 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£33.48 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (£42.99 @ Ebuyer)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card (£269.98 @ Amazon UK)
Case: NZXT H440 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case (£92.65 @ More Computers)
Power Supply: Super Flower Golden Green HX 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply (£68.00 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £732.95
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-07 05:47 GMT+0000

Add a ssd if you can afford it.

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