Tell me what you think on my $1700 intel i5 2500k build

[flooosh]

please tell me what you think and give me any advice also in a while i intend to SLI another 570



MOTHERBOARD- ASUS P8Z68-V PRO LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131730 ---------------------------------------------------- $194.99

HARDDRIVE- SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD103SJ 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185 --------------------------------------------------------------- $59.99

CPU- Intel i5 2500k
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115072 ------------------------------------------------------------ $219.99

RAM- CORSAIR Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233144 ----------------------------------------------------------------$51.99

VIDEO CARD-EVGA 012-P3-1578-AR GeForce GTX 570 (Fermi) (still maybe considering the MSI N570GTX Twin Frozr III PE/OC GeForce GTX 570)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130692&Tpk=570%20CLASSIFIED -------------------------------$359.99


SDD Hardrive- Crucial M4 CT128M4SSD2 2.5" 128GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148442 -------------------------------------------------------------$197.99

PSU- CORSAIR Professional Series HX1050 1050W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS SILVER Certified Modular Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139034 -------------------------------------------------------------$219.99

ASUS 24X DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135204 ----------------------------------------------------------------$19.99

CPU COOLER- Master Hyper 212 EVO
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099 ----------------------------------------------------------------- $34.99

CASE- COOLER MASTER HAF 932
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119160 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------$159.99
OPERATING SYSTEM- Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64-bit - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116986 -----------------------------------------------------------------$99.99

MONITOR- ASUS VS Series VS247H-P Black 23.6" 2ms LED Backlight Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 50000000:1 (ASCR)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236174&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-RSSDailyDeals-_-na-_-na&AID=10521304&PID=4176827&SID=1m3c2o02ravxh--
---------------------------------------------------------------------- $189.99 (not positive on monitor)



TOTAL=$1800

 

[Martell77]

A few things:

You have 2 PSUs, one is bundled with the motherboard and then the one listed separately. Drop one and that cuts off at least 129.99 (i'd drop the combo and just get the mobo by itself)

The price on the HDD is listed too high. Its 59.99, not 85.99

There are cheaper DVD burners for 18.99 and work the same.

IMO the case is way too expensive if not water cooling. Again, thats just my opinion.

You forgot RAM.

 

[flooosh]

If i got a 27" monitor would that effect my fps or gameplay resolution

 

[Rizlla]

If i got a 27" monitor would that effect my fps or gameplay resolution

Only if the resolution is higher. If you are not using all the features of the Z68 board I would suggest going for a P67 board. Then get a smaller PSU as 1050W is much more than you will need. I think the Gskill RAM kits are cheaper that Corsair's and they are just as good.

Then you can maybe look at upping your GPU to a GTX 580.

 

[flooosh]

i was told by a couple people i should get 1000 watt power supply for future SLI use but if i have that much power when i dont need it is that bad or able to damage my parts.
also whats a good monitor to get?

 

[nanospy]

i was told by a couple people i should get 1000 watt power supply for future SLI use but if i have that much power when i dont need it is that bad or able to damage my parts.
also whats a good monitor to get?

I'd like an answer to that two, the Asus monitors seem to have a great rep tho

 

[aldaia]

i was told by a couple people i should get 1000 watt power supply for future SLI use but if i have that much power when i dont need it is that bad or able to damage my parts.
also whats a good monitor to get?

Not bad in the sense of damage. Having an over-dimensioned PSU may result in reduced PSU efficiency when you don't draw much power from it.
However, if you really plan to go for the second 570 soon, then go for it.
(though maybe 800W is enough, but I'm not sure about that)

 

[koogco]

try one of the calculators. a corsair 850w might be enough for 2x 570, but it would probably be close. especially when you factor in the CPU overclock and whatever other things you put in your computer.

 

[flooosh]

the calculator said Your Recommended Minimum Power Supply is 900 Watts but to make sure to get more then the recommended to make sure its stable so how much over 900 should i get 1000? also anyone want to recommend a monitor? maybe a 27" or a "24"

 

[phatbuddha79]

you do NOT even need 850w for that video card.

 

[flooosh]

im going to SLI in like 6 monthss

 

[scapegoat_44]

wassup with 18 ???

Please , with sugar on top , educate my dumb arse !!!

 

[woomba]

I'd say you're spending too much on that PSU. An 800 - 850W at that 80 plus rating would be just fine. Aim for something between $100-130. Also, great choice for high end SSD, however from a price balance, it should be a bit less. Adata 510 is a step below, but compared to a HDD, it still has screaming performance, but is often priced around $140-150.

And yea, some people are gonna bitch about the case, but ah well.

Also, why go for a factory overclocked card when you can find a stock one for around $300 with rebates? Hell, I got my GTX 580s for $370 (With rebates, and yes, one didn't get the $50 rebate cause I got 2 ). That one has a stock cooler anyways so you might get lucky overclocking one yourself.

 

[JackNaylorPE]

Get the same RAM specs but in low profile:

Mushkin:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226191
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226219
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226217

Corsair Vengeance
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233186 $5 off w/ promo code EMCJKKC52, ends 10/10
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233196

Look here:

The 560 Ti-900Mhz ($210) and 570 ($360), when overclocked to the max possible speed, produced almost identical frame rates with the 560 edging out the 570 by 2 fps when ya add up all the game scores:

http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/nvidia_asus_gtx560ti/4.htm
http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/nvidia_geforce_gtx_570_review/

In Guru3D's tests, in SLI, the 560 Ti (900MHz) loses out to the 570 by 11 fps (862 to 873)

Case / PSU - 850 watter just fine for either set of cards. Would suggest you look at the following pairings as an alternative:

Antec DF-85 ($135) or 1200 V3 w/ CP-850 ($115) As a CP form factor PSU, the CP has a "unfair advantage" (see why in link below) over competitors case / PSU combos in coolness and quietness. Jonnyguru gives the CP-850 a 10.0 performance rating and says "It is completely unmatched by any ATX unit on the market I can think of. You'd have to spend twice as much as this thing costs to find the next best thing, performance wise."

http://www.silentpcreview.com/article971-page7.html

HAF-X ($180) w/ AX850 - The HX850 ($160) is comparable to the CP and also Corsairs AX ($190) series. The X is a significant improvement over the 932 ($140) and worth the $20.

Personally, having built multiple boxes w/ all of them, and setting price aside, I prefer the Antec combos. From a builders standpoint .... the fact that it leaves an extra $90 in my user's pockets is a plus too.

The Hyper 212 is a great budget cooler. But since everything else in this box is top end, I don't see why ya skimped here. I'd move up to a Hyper 612 (Assuming they hit the shelves sometime soon) or a Thermaltake Silver Arrow which is whisper quiet.

http://benchmarkreviews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=797&Itemid=62&limit=1&limitstart=4

http://www.frozencpu.com/products/11676/cpu-tri-77/Thermalright_Silver_Arrow_Dual_160mm_x_140mm_Fan_Universal_CPU_Cooler_Sockets_775_1156_1366_AM2_AM2_AM3.html

 

[ares640]

Very similar build to my own. I would recommend getting a cheaper motherboard. There is no need for a $200 motherboard unless you plan on Tri SLI. A $150 from MSI or Asrock is better.

Get the HX850 instead of 1050, you do not need more than 850 watts for SLI 570+OC

Highly recommend the Twin Frozr III 570 over reference, much better for a small increase in cost

 

[flooosh]

Very similar build to my own. I would recommend getting a cheaper motherboard. There is no need for a $200 motherboard unless you plan on Tri SLI. A $150 from MSI or Asrock is better.

Get the HX850 instead of 1050, you do not need more than 850 watts for SLI 570+OC

Highly recommend the Twin Frozr III 570 over reference, much better for a small increase in cost

i was thinking of getting the twin frozr but the evga had a lifetime waranty. u sure i can run 2 in SLI of 850 watts the recomended wattage calc said 900 recomended and ur sposted to get a bit more then the recomended

how did you over clock to 4.2 ghz thats about how much id like to overclock too but i dont know anything about overclocking, how hot does your cpu run at.

 

[ares640]

how did you over clock to 4.2 ghz thats about how much id like to overclock too but i dont know anything about overclocking, how hot does your cpu run at.

There are two main ways of overclocking your processor. Go into the BIOS and increase the multiplier, or increase the maximum turbo multiplier so that it clocks automatically. You can find guides everywhere if you look. At 4.2 Ghz, I get around 27-29C idle 51-53 load

 

[jecho]

If you sign up for newegg account it will show you that many of these items are on sale. For ex) 2500k is 195. ASUS VE248H 170. ASUS sabertooth p67 was 220 now 180. Just some knowledge.

 

[flooosh]

i made a newegg account and nothiing was cheaper

 

[flooosh]

i think i go with this power supply unless you guys think 850 watts is enough for SLI
LEPA G900-MA 900W SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply

 

[ares640]

i think i go with this power supply unless you guys think 850 watts is enough for SLI
LEPA G900-MA 900W SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply

Go with Corsair and Seasonic for power supplies, most Antec and XFX are good as well. Aim for 80+ Silver.

850 watts is perfect for SLI 570/580. If you are not going to SLI, then 650 watt is more than enough.

 

[borden5]

i say you should stay with brand quality psu like corsair or seasonic , i've nerver heard of this brand name psu so i doubt it will be good

 

[TheGuardian]

For $1700 you should be able to easily build a 570 SLI machine...

 

[Guest]

i say you should stay with brand quality psu like corsair or seasonic , i've nerver heard of this brand name psu so i doubt it will be good

Rather Xfx or seasonic. Cheaper than corsair but similar quality.

 

[ares640]

Ugh..

Case: HAF 932 Advanced instead of HAFX $149

GPU: Don't get a reference cooler. MSI Twin Frozr III $369

PSU: You do not need 80+ gold, it is a waste. Corsair HX850 for $169

Motherboard: You have 2 selected by the way. Go Z68: Asrock extreme 3 or MSI GD55 for $150

CPU Cooler: Hyper 212 EVO