Attempting to buy a Gaming/Streaming PC

Broksonic · Sep 26, 2016

Hello, I am attempting to put together a streaming PC. To clarify this will be my first proper gaming/streaming PC. I have a list that is just short of $1.5k https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Broksonic/saved/2dCycf and I was hoping for some feedback on whether or not this is optimal with my money. I intend to stream games such as Rainbow 6 Siege, Rimworld, and FTL. When it comes to the streaming I am aiming for 720p and 60fps if possible. I hope this would help out a bit when it comes to the parts. I apologize if I am being vague about this, I would like to skim this price a bit without hurting performance (granted I will admit I have no idea how well that PC would preform).

I am looking for feedback. If I have missed or left something out that might help please inform me so I can hopefully elaborate.

Thank you for reading and attempting to help!

Brok

Water_Damage · Sep 26, 2016

Your list isn't showing, but I found it ( https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Broksonic/saved/nVnnQ7 )

You could get a MUCH better video card for same price.

Newer chipset/processor/faster RAM.

Monitor switch-1080p (you can easily do that)

Better SSD + more storage.
This might actually run 1440p if you have a suitable monitor.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.95 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($104.89 @ 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 ($93.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB SC Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card ($414.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Raidmax Vampire 700W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Sound Card: Asus Xonar DG 24-bit 96 KHz Sound Card ($29.99 @ B&H)
Monitor: HP 22cwa 21.5" 60Hz Monitor ($115.42 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($29.99 @ B&H)
Headphones: Logitech G230 Headset ($44.89 @ Amazon)
Total: $1430.36
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-26 23:17 EDT-0400

g-unit1111 · Sep 27, 2016

720P is stretching what Skylake can do way too short. You should be going for at least 1080P. You don't need things like sound cards and headsets. You can add good peripherals later on. And do not - repeat - do not buy the suggested PSU under any circumstances, they are the worst PSUs you can buy. This is what I would suggest assuming you don't need monitor or peripherals:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($328.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($46.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($132.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($103.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Video Card ($433.94 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($66.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1333.85
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-27 00:13 EDT-0400

Then you can add monitor, OS and peripherals.

Broksonic · Sep 27, 2016

g-unit1111 :

I do require a monitor and the headset would replace the ear buds that I have which are fairly old, however could you explain why I don't require a sound card?

g-unit1111 · Sep 27, 2016

Broksonic :

Sound cards haven't been needed for years. The sound built into your motherboard will handle just about any audio functions you require. I generally advise not to include things like headphones because that can impact what hardware you buy. And if you are going to spend $1200+ on a new PC, definitely invest in a new monitor - 720P is relatively low end. 1080P or 1440P is what you want to go for, and a 1070 can easily handle it, and even can run 4K decently.

Broksonic · Sep 27, 2016

g-unit1111 :

Oh I see, well thank you for informing me of that. Could you recommend a reasonably priced monitor to fit the parts you suggested? I was including the headset for both the mic and speakers as I have neither. Currently using a 4 year old Laptop with a built in mic and earbuds, would there be a possible solution for that as well? Also thank you so much for helping me!

g-unit1111 · Sep 27, 2016

Broksonic :

Well that first build includes a lot of parts that are not recommended by most of the regulars on this forum. Especially Raidmax - do not buy under any circumstances.

Maybe try something like this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($227.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($46.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($132.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB SC GAMING Video Card ($404.98 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case ($66.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($85.70 @ My Choice Software)
Monitor: Asus VC279H 27.0" 60Hz Monitor ($202.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $1461.57
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-27 01:27 EDT-0400

Then you can add whatever keyboard, mouse and OS you want. If you have a flexible budget I'd suggest upgrading the monitor to a 1440P model.

logainofhades · Sep 27, 2016

Another option, is to drop the overclocking. This allows room for a 1440p monitor, an i7, and a headset.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($294.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG M9i 48.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H170-GAMING 3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($87.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Aegis 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($66.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Crucial MX300 275GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($45.71 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB SC GAMING Video Card ($404.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Deepcool KENDOMEN Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 550W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($85.70 @ My Choice Software)
Monitor: Acer G257HU smidpx 25.0" 60Hz Monitor ($243.99 @ Newegg)
Headphones: Corsair Raptor HS40 7.1 Channel Headset ($40.24 @ B&H)
Total: $1469.44
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-27 09:37 EDT-0400

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