Mini-itx new build advice
Approximate Purchase Date: asap, whenever
Budget Range: 600-900 for hardware ~prefer closer to 6
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Multitasking/online research (academic), managing own website w/ mysql db (not hosting and not intensive), FPS gaming(online). I dont do any significant video streaming, or front end design work.
Parts Not Required: All external components.... Mouse-logitec mx518, Monitor: Asus 1920x1080,
OS: Windows 7 or ubuntu, if i could play bf3 in ubuntu, and my build was compatible, probably ubuntu
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg from habit but I have no preference.
Country: USA
Parts Preferences: intel cpu, well constructed mobo, ssd, mini-itx desktop size case ( lian-li/silverstone styles)
Overclocking: no
SLI or Crossfire: no
Monitor res.: 1920x1080
Additional Comments:
My most desired traits are small, extremely fast, and quiet. I put together a possible build. I love the simplicity of it, but not sure if it's too overkill. I like things running fast, so a little overkill was my goal.
I want to play FPS (BF, COD) online with no bottlenecks on my end causing lag, but I also don't need my graphics higher than default.
My questions abt this build are: Is stock fan okay if i don't OC? Is 300W the right amount of power (an online calculator recommended 294 but thats at 80%)? Is it possible the onboard graphics will be functional for my gaming requirements? If not, and i need a graphics card, can I get a power estimate and heat sink/cooler suggestion?
Alternative suggestions, thoughts or advice? Thanks in advance!
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-3550 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-I Deluxe Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard ($207.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Silverstone SG05-B Mini ITX Desktop Case w/300W Power Supply ($120.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $693.50
Approximate Purchase Date: asap, whenever
Budget Range: 600-900 for hardware ~prefer closer to 6
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Multitasking/online research (academic), managing own website w/ mysql db (not hosting and not intensive), FPS gaming(online). I dont do any significant video streaming, or front end design work.
Parts Not Required: All external components.... Mouse-logitec mx518, Monitor: Asus 1920x1080,
OS: Windows 7 or ubuntu, if i could play bf3 in ubuntu, and my build was compatible, probably ubuntu
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg from habit but I have no preference.
Country: USA
Parts Preferences: intel cpu, well constructed mobo, ssd, mini-itx desktop size case ( lian-li/silverstone styles)
Overclocking: no
SLI or Crossfire: no
Monitor res.: 1920x1080
Additional Comments:
My most desired traits are small, extremely fast, and quiet. I put together a possible build. I love the simplicity of it, but not sure if it's too overkill. I like things running fast, so a little overkill was my goal.
I want to play FPS (BF, COD) online with no bottlenecks on my end causing lag, but I also don't need my graphics higher than default.
My questions abt this build are: Is stock fan okay if i don't OC? Is 300W the right amount of power (an online calculator recommended 294 but thats at 80%)? Is it possible the onboard graphics will be functional for my gaming requirements? If not, and i need a graphics card, can I get a power estimate and heat sink/cooler suggestion?
Alternative suggestions, thoughts or advice? Thanks in advance!
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
CPU: Intel Core i5-3550 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-I Deluxe Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard ($207.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Hard Drive: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Silverstone SG05-B Mini ITX Desktop Case w/300W Power Supply ($120.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $693.50
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