$1,500 gaming rig assistance

adambean · Sep 9, 2016

Hey all,

Working on a rig for a buddy. More than likely going to go locally to MicroCenter to scope out some deals/bundles and have them build it (can't pick anything from MicroCenter via PCPartPicker right now).

Anyway, he's just looking for a solid gaming rig that will last a few years or so. Primarily plays DotA and Civ, but will probably jump into some modern shooters (Doom) with a new machine. Doesn't do anything else on the machine outside of general use (Office suite, web, etc.). Zero interest in any aesthetics and planning on a 4k monitor - debating between the Sammy 28 and the 32' Seiki.

Here's what I started, recommendations on modifications? Haven't really done much homework yet, was hopeful to have you all tweak this! I'd prefer g.skill on the memory; however, can't buy from them unfortunately. Assuming prices will vary once I finalize hardware (MicroCenter is usually cheaper on the CPU).

Only major area of concern, is that he wants WiFi. I personally like Asus mobo's and adding WiFi to a board, jumps up the price quite a bit. Really worth it to get it on the mobo vs. just getting a usb card?

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/6GwcHN

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($198.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($150.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($66.54 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card ($679.99 @ B&H)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($104.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1432.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-09 12:45 EDT-0400

Thanks

scuzzycard · Sep 9, 2016

Great component selection all around. A 6600K would be even better, and you'd still be under $1500.

genthug · Sep 9, 2016

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/VhJMVY
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/list/VhJMVY/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($142.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($66.54 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 1080 8GB STRIX Video Card ($629.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($97.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1406.73
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-09 12:52 EDT-0400

6600k w/ a z170 board. Changed the motherboard because I like the look of that one more and it's in the same price range

either will work.
Changed to a cryorig h7 as it's a better cooler.
Changed the GPU because with gpu boost 3.0 it doesn't exactly matter how high the card is clocked, so I chose the cheapest one that didn't have a reference style cooler on it. Saves $50.
Changed the PSU to a G2 650W because you won't need the 750W--again, either one will do you just fine.

DiegoD · Sep 9, 2016

Changed a few things from genthug's list.
http://pcpartpicker.com/list/sPW4M8

I changed the case to an Enthoo Pro M because I've built in the 200r before and while it's a good budget case, it is still lacking. When you're spending this much, you should get a nice case too. I'd also recommend looking at the phanteks P400. Changed the HDD to 2tb because for $15 extra it's worth the future proofing.

Also if you have NO plans on overclocking don't spend the extra for the 6600k.

King Dranzer · Sep 9, 2016

Here is the build a bit over budget:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($324.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($150.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.99 @ B&H)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 1080 8GB STRIX Video Card ($629.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Core 2300 ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N15 PCI-Express x1 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1484.17
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-09 13:38 EDT-0400

You can remove the HDD for now and tell him to add it down the lane as per the requirement.
Went with i7-6700K instead of i5-6600K.
Corsair RM750x 80+Gold with solid 10year warranty which makes it usable for 2-3 builds with ease. 750W will be useful if decided to add another GPU for SLI in future(never know).
Added a wifi card.
Don't know why is there the need of Optical Disk Drive if not used regularly leave it out to save some bucks.

g-unit1111 · Sep 9, 2016

I'd go for the Samsung monitor personally - I've heard most Seiki monitors are junk. That component selection is a bit overkill for the games you plan to play. For Civilization you really don't need anything more than a 1060. If you're playing games like GTA V or Doom then I can see where the extra GPU horsepower would come in handy.

Here's what I would suggest:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($172.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($95.27 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Video Card ($449.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Phanteks ECLIPSE P400S ATX Mid Tower Case ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($95.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($92.19 @ Amazon)
Total: $1397.36
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-09 17:15 EDT-0400

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