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Super-Nova-Gaming

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Hey guys I want to build a new computer so I need your help with compatible parts and such so let's start I'll make this quick
I want the i5 7600k processor and let's start with the motherboard


Also I know GPUS and I believe RAM are higher in price now than they normally are so I will wait for those to lower I plan on getting a GTX 1070 so recommend some good ones from a specific brand thanks!
 
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I like the I5-7600K for gaming.
The higher available clock rate is what most games need. More so than many cores.
To get that clock rate, you will need a Z270 based motherboard so you can overclock.
Most any will do.
As of 2/23/17
What percent of samples can get an overclock
at a vcore around 1.4v.
I5-7600K
5.3 samples exist, unknown % of occurence
5.2 13%
5.1 27%
5.0 52%
4.9 72%

You will need a decent cooler since the K does not come with one.
I use a noctua NH-U12s and have no problem with cooling on my 7600K @4.9.
A equally good cooler would be the $35 scythe kotetsu.
You will need 160mm available to install either.

GTX1070 is an appropriate graphics card.
I like EVGA as a brand and would pick the GTX1070SC model
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I honest;y don't think teh 7600K would be the best fit. You may want to bump up to teh 7700 or 7700K. Those extra threads and a boost in clock speed will help. However, a Ryzen 1600 is probably your best choice right now, just my recommendation.

Also, if you TRULY want to game right now, you may want a GTX 1080. It would not make sense to get the 1070 now, when you get a 1080 for a few bucks more. But if you don't want to spend the higher price, then waiting will be best. Getting one form MSI, ASUS, or EVGA will probably be best.

My questions for you are: What is your budget? What games do you plan on playing? What country are you in?
 
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I like the I5-7600K for gaming.
The higher available clock rate is what most games need. More so than many cores.
To get that clock rate, you will need a Z270 based motherboard so you can overclock.
Most any will do.
As of 2/23/17
What percent of samples can get an overclock
at a vcore around 1.4v.
I5-7600K
5.3 samples exist, unknown % of occurence
5.2 13%
5.1 27%
5.0 52%
4.9 72%

You will need a decent cooler since the K does not come with one.
I use a noctua NH-U12s and have no problem with cooling on my 7600K @4.9.
A equally good cooler would be the $35 scythe kotetsu.
You will need 160mm available to install either.

GTX1070 is an appropriate graphics card.
I like EVGA as a brand and would pick the GTX1070SC model
It has a modest factory overclock for not much of a premium.

Buy a 2 x 8gb DDR4 ram kit. Speed is not important, 2400 speed is ok.


I will never again build without a ssd for the "C" drive. It makes everything you do much quicker.
120gb is minimum, it will hold the os and a handful of games.
But, many things default to the "C" drive.
When a SSD nears full, it will lose performance and endurance.
240gb is the recommended minimum.

If you can go 240gb, or 500gb you may never need a hard drive.

You can defer on the hard drive unless you need to store large files such as video's.
It is easy to add a hard drive later.

Samsung EVO is a good choice for performance and reliability.

Cases are a personal thing, bust your budget if you must to get one you love.
It will be with you for a long time.
My requirements would be two front 120mm intakes or better with a filter to keep parts clean.
Silverstone TJ-08E works well if you want a M-ATX motherboard.

GTX1070 needs only a 500w psu.
I have no problem overprovisioning a PSU a bit. Say 20%.
It will run cooler, quieter, and more efficiently in the middle third of it's range.
A PSU will only use the wattage demanded of it, regardless of it's max capability.
600w will run even a GTX1080ti.
Look to Seasonic for top tier 1/2 quality.
Here is a quality list:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html
 
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