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Building a new rig since my current AMD build is about 6 years old and struggling on newer games nowadays. Also looking to start recording/streaming/editing in up to 4k resolution. CPU/GPU will be an i7 4790k 4.0GHz paired with the ASUS Strix GTX 980ti OC Edition. Here is the partial part list I'll be adding to and hopefully completing today with help from you guys:
Motherboard:
These are the two that I've been considering and would appreciate advice on (leaning more towards the ASUS, am open to suggestions outside these 2 as well):
http://www.microcenter.com/product/445552/Z97-A_USB_31_LGA_1150_ATX_Intel_Motherboard
http://www.microcenter.com/product/433407/GA-Z97X-Gaming_7_LGA_1150_ATX_Intel_Motherboard
Memory(RAM):
Would like 2x8gb for 16gb total and still have 2 slots open to expand later if I choose to. I have always run 1600 clock ram, but was considering higher this time around since DDR3 has gotten pretty cheap. I'm not very familiar with RAM brands ect so suggestions would be appreciated as would advice on whether getting 2400 as opposed to 1600 would be worth it (what/where would the benefit be?).
Power Supply:
Was thinking 850w so I'd have some breathing room for extra Hard Drives/probably a SSD in the near future, maybe a dedicated capture card for recording, extra fans ect. Main suggestion I've gotten so far is the EVGA G2 850w Gold Rated PSU. Just wary cause everywhere i've found that psu has reviews that are stellar & reviews about failures within months to a couple years and it taking out components with it which i def can't afford to have happen. So yeah, any info/suggestions for psu would be appreciated including an idea how much breathing room 850w would give me.
CPU Cooler:
I'm pretty sure I'm getting the Noctua D15 after the review I watched about it having an adjustable fan on the RAM side for extra clearance if needed, but was considering this cooler master (honestly, for aesthetics only atm but I really like it and it matches the rest of my red led case fans) cooler so wanted opinions between the two of them. Also open to other suggestions as well:
http://www.microcenter.com/product/417635/V8_GTS_CPU_Cooler?rf=Search+Results+Top+%3E+Feature+2+%3E+Cooling+-+CPU+HS+-+Top+2
The case is a 4-5 year old Corsair model (Obsidian series I wanna say 200D model? Can't remember exactly and cant find it on the case or anywhere online anymore). It's 24"x9"x23" so should be PLENTY big enough for any suggested components. Sorry about the length of the post, wanted to try and cover all bases. I'll be checking this frequently today if anyone needs more info to help. And massive thanks in advance for any help you guys can provide
Motherboard:
These are the two that I've been considering and would appreciate advice on (leaning more towards the ASUS, am open to suggestions outside these 2 as well):
http://www.microcenter.com/product/445552/Z97-A_USB_31_LGA_1150_ATX_Intel_Motherboard
http://www.microcenter.com/product/433407/GA-Z97X-Gaming_7_LGA_1150_ATX_Intel_Motherboard
Memory(RAM):
Would like 2x8gb for 16gb total and still have 2 slots open to expand later if I choose to. I have always run 1600 clock ram, but was considering higher this time around since DDR3 has gotten pretty cheap. I'm not very familiar with RAM brands ect so suggestions would be appreciated as would advice on whether getting 2400 as opposed to 1600 would be worth it (what/where would the benefit be?).
Power Supply:
Was thinking 850w so I'd have some breathing room for extra Hard Drives/probably a SSD in the near future, maybe a dedicated capture card for recording, extra fans ect. Main suggestion I've gotten so far is the EVGA G2 850w Gold Rated PSU. Just wary cause everywhere i've found that psu has reviews that are stellar & reviews about failures within months to a couple years and it taking out components with it which i def can't afford to have happen. So yeah, any info/suggestions for psu would be appreciated including an idea how much breathing room 850w would give me.
CPU Cooler:
I'm pretty sure I'm getting the Noctua D15 after the review I watched about it having an adjustable fan on the RAM side for extra clearance if needed, but was considering this cooler master (honestly, for aesthetics only atm but I really like it and it matches the rest of my red led case fans) cooler so wanted opinions between the two of them. Also open to other suggestions as well:
http://www.microcenter.com/product/417635/V8_GTS_CPU_Cooler?rf=Search+Results+Top+%3E+Feature+2+%3E+Cooling+-+CPU+HS+-+Top+2
The case is a 4-5 year old Corsair model (Obsidian series I wanna say 200D model? Can't remember exactly and cant find it on the case or anywhere online anymore). It's 24"x9"x23" so should be PLENTY big enough for any suggested components. Sorry about the length of the post, wanted to try and cover all bases. I'll be checking this frequently today if anyone needs more info to help. And massive thanks in advance for any help you guys can provide
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