First Computer Build

[rrm089]

So, like the topic said, this is my first computer build from scratch. I just want some feedback on the compatibility of the parts and any recommendations/suggestions you guys have. I'm not into overclocking, I just want to make a great gaming computer...able to play Crysis. Here are the parts.

Case:
Antec 300 ATX Mid-Tower
http://www.antec.com/usa/productDetails.php?lan=us&id=15300

Motherboard:
EVGA LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4303020&CatId=13

CPU:
Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz
http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=4240166&sku=CP1-I7-920

Video Card:
EVGA GeForce GTX 285 1GB 512-bit GDDR3
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod...&Description=evga gtx 285&bop=And&Order=PRICE

PSU:
OCZ GameXStream 700W ATX12V SLI Certified
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod...sted&Description=17-341&bop=And&Order=REVIEWS

RAM:
G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod...escription=g skill&name=DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666)

 

[theAnimal]

Change your PSU to something better quality from Corsair or Seasonic.

 

[battlemarz]

The GTX 285 is quite large. I would find someone who has successfully put one in an Antec 300 without issues before you pull the trigger.

+1 to different PSU. PC Power & Cooling is my brand of choice.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I'd change the RAM to a triple-channel kit like this:

G.SKILL 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Triple Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231230 $139.99

You'll also want a 64-bit OS so you can use all your RAM.

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116488 $99.99

 

[kubes]

I think you'll be much happier with shortstuff's idea on the ram.

I also agree that you might want to pick up a bit larger case. Try the antec 900 and see if you can get a combo deal for one of their psu's as well. In general antec, crosair, pc power & cooling, and seasonic are all solid choices. Just that antec runs deals with their cases quite often.

Other than that I think you'll be very happy with the rig.

Something to note is what type of monitor your using. This rig might end up being overkill for your monitor if its a low grade monitor. Probally would want a monitor's resolution to be at 1900x1200 with this setup. Otherwise your stepping into overkill and you can easly go with a gtx 260 or gtx 280.