Is there anything I can improve on this Gaming PC?

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/3fvGqk

Is there anything to improve or downgrade anything that is overkill?

010010 · Aug 18, 2016

SpectralXenon :

Ofcourse when building a PC there is always something you can improve or downgrade, but this build seems pretty beasty and is fine how it is.

frank_hnd · Aug 18, 2016

what the actual F....
is there a real reason you need such a high end CPU for gaming?
such an expensive mobo...
32GB or RAM?!!!

I would prefer a 6700K with a decent motherboard with SLI support and get an expensive monitor and dual GTX1080.
stick to 16GB of RAM, preferably 3000 or 3200Mhz.

what case are you getting?

AppleGwava · Aug 18, 2016

At this point im just nitpicking.Thermal paste,Fans,more RGB lighting kits.Sweet build that you have though

AppleGwava · Aug 18, 2016

As what frank_hnd has said,it might be overkill if you dont do much intensive work

So what are you planning to do with this rig

Gaming?
Recording?
Video editing?

If its gaming,a Z170 skylake would do alr.Games primary require fast processor (the higher the better)Ram speed is more important than ram quantity.

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

frank_hnd :

If you have time, could you make a build for me please? Only change the CPU, Motherboard, Graphics Cards and RAM if you have to, Everything else seems fine, and I don't need an Optical Drive.

frank_hnd · Aug 18, 2016

SpectralXenon :

sure thing! I'm leaving the office in 5 mins and when I get home I can send you a build.

what is your budget and what parts do you already have? (include monitor and peripherals)

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

frank_hnd :

I'm building the entire computer from scratch, except the monitor (I'm using an LG gaming TV) , Budget is $2500, I will use the remaining money to buy some games from Steam, (I have another separate budget of $800 to buy Mouse, keyboard, windows 10 64bit and Kaspersky) Thanks!

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

AppleGwava :

I like playing games at ultra high settings, nothing else.

grimakis · Aug 18, 2016

This build is definitely not maximizing Utility Per Dollar if you are just trying to play games at Ultra settings.

Did you mention what resolution you are playing on?

Actually the more I look at this, the worse I feel.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($319.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X61 106.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($137.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($220.70 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($119.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GAMING X 8G Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($719.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GAMING X 8G Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($719.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $2593.11
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-08-18 08:46 EDT-0400

For $100 more you're getting Dual 1080, which is completely overkill unless you need 4k 60fps.

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

grimakis :

This build is definitely not maximizing Utility Per Dollar if you are just trying to play games at Ultra settings.

Did you mention what resolution you are playing on?

Actually the more I look at this, the worse I feel.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($319.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X61 106.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($114.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($137.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($220.70 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($119.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GAMING X 8G Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($719.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GAMING X 8G Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($719.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $2593.11
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-08-18 08:46 EDT-0400

For $100 more you're getting Dual 1080, which is completely overkill unless you need 4k 60fps.

I am going to run Windows 10 64-bit, are you sure 4 cores is enough for gaming? As Windows 10 uses dual-core more efficiently? And I'm not playing in 4k, so I guess I'm fine with only 1 GPU. Thanks though!

grimakis · Aug 18, 2016

SpectralXenon :

grimakis :

I am going to run Windows 10 64-bit, are you sure 4 cores is enough for gaming? As Windows 10 uses dual-core more efficiently? And I'm not playing in 4k, so I guess I'm fine with only 1 GPU. Thanks though!

A 6700k is more than enough for gaming. Even still I recommend my list. I have a 6600k and a 1070 and you can easily play Ultra 1080p, in my case 1200p. A 6700k and 1080 is perfect

SpectralXenon · Aug 18, 2016

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

A 6700k is more than enough for gaming. Even still I recommend my list. I have a 6600k and a 1070 and you can easily play Ultra 1080p, in my case 1200p. A 6700k and 1080 is perfect

Ok I see, thanks, and 1 last question though if you don't mind, since currently the builds cost around $2500, how much could the prices drop in the next 4 months?

grimakis · Aug 18, 2016

SpectralXenon :

Well, they could drop a bit. I would guess anywhere between $100-200, especially if there is a promo on GPU or CPU.

If I were you, if you aren't looking for 4k performance, go ahead and get only 1 GTX 1080, it will lower your cost by $700. Then if you decided to upgrade to a 4k monitor, you can always add it later. Also, a 1080 might be cheaper by that time.

EDIT: Just to give more info on CPU cores. A program has to be written specifically to take advantage of multiple cores. I don't know how many if any at all are taking advantage of 6-core CPUs. Thats AMDs issue right now I believe. A lot of games don't even take full advantage of 4 cores. You are far better off with having a faster quad core than a slower 6-core, because none of your games will take advantage of those extra threads.

SpectralXenon · Aug 19, 2016

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

Well, they could drop a bit. I would guess anywhere between $100-200, especially if there is a promo on GPU or CPU.

If I were you, if you aren't looking for 4k performance, go ahead and get only 1 GTX 1080, it will lower your cost by $700. Then if you decided to upgrade to a 4k monitor, you can always add it later. Also, a 1080 might be cheaper by that time.

EDIT: Just to give more info on CPU cores. A program has to be written specifically to take advantage of multiple cores. I don't know how many if any at all are taking advantage of 6-core CPUs. Thats AMDs issue right now I believe. A lot of games don't even take full advantage of 4 cores. You are far better off with having a faster quad core than a slower 6-core, because none of your games will take advantage of those extra threads.

Ok thanks alot!

grimakis · Aug 19, 2016

SpectralXenon :

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

Well, they could drop a bit. I would guess anywhere between $100-200, especially if there is a promo on GPU or CPU.

If I were you, if you aren't looking for 4k performance, go ahead and get only 1 GTX 1080, it will lower your cost by $700. Then if you decided to upgrade to a 4k monitor, you can always add it later. Also, a 1080 might be cheaper by that time.

EDIT: Just to give more info on CPU cores. A program has to be written specifically to take advantage of multiple cores. I don't know how many if any at all are taking advantage of 6-core CPUs. Thats AMDs issue right now I believe. A lot of games don't even take full advantage of 4 cores. You are far better off with having a faster quad core than a slower 6-core, because none of your games will take advantage of those extra threads.

Ok thanks alot!

If you build this, you will be happy, and definitely will enjoy it. I will be a little jealous even!!

SpectralXenon · Aug 19, 2016

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

Well, they could drop a bit. I would guess anywhere between $100-200, especially if there is a promo on GPU or CPU.

If I were you, if you aren't looking for 4k performance, go ahead and get only 1 GTX 1080, it will lower your cost by $700. Then if you decided to upgrade to a 4k monitor, you can always add it later. Also, a 1080 might be cheaper by that time.

EDIT: Just to give more info on CPU cores. A program has to be written specifically to take advantage of multiple cores. I don't know how many if any at all are taking advantage of 6-core CPUs. Thats AMDs issue right now I believe. A lot of games don't even take full advantage of 4 cores. You are far better off with having a faster quad core than a slower 6-core, because none of your games will take advantage of those extra threads.

Ok thanks alot!

If you build this, you will be happy, and definitely will enjoy it. I will be a little jealous even!!

So is there anything left to change? Especially the RAM? I'm thinking about the TridentZ or Corsair Dominator Platinum, tell me what you think.

grimakis · Aug 19, 2016

SpectralXenon :

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

grimakis :

SpectralXenon :

Well, they could drop a bit. I would guess anywhere between $100-200, especially if there is a promo on GPU or CPU.

If I were you, if you aren't looking for 4k performance, go ahead and get only 1 GTX 1080, it will lower your cost by $700. Then if you decided to upgrade to a 4k monitor, you can always add it later. Also, a 1080 might be cheaper by that time.

EDIT: Just to give more info on CPU cores. A program has to be written specifically to take advantage of multiple cores. I don't know how many if any at all are taking advantage of 6-core CPUs. Thats AMDs issue right now I believe. A lot of games don't even take full advantage of 4 cores. You are far better off with having a faster quad core than a slower 6-core, because none of your games will take advantage of those extra threads.

Ok thanks alot!

If you build this, you will be happy, and definitely will enjoy it. I will be a little jealous even!!

So is there anything left to change? Especially the RAM? I'm thinking about the TridentZ or Corsair Dominator Platinum, tell me what you think.

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SpectralXenon · Aug 19, 2016

I'm sorry I didn't exactly understand what you said..

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