First $2000 PC, Any thoughts?

[Dtej]

Hey Everyone!

I'm Deciding to build my own Gaming Rig, since console gaming is getting a bit boring.
There are many components out there that i could possibly get but i need help.
Since this is my first build i will have to buy Gaming Peripherals ( Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse )
Whatever it takes to put together a High-end System I'll chip in the dough in order to.

Approximate Purchase Date: Near November. Gotta Suck in knowledge first.

Budget Range: @2000

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming-LightEditing-Web-Movies

Are you buying a monitor: Yes, Preferably 120hz? When you reach over 60 FPS That is when 120hz Action kicks in, Correct?

Do you need to buy OS: Yes

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Newegg NCIXUS Amazon

Location: Murrieta Hot Springs, California, USA

Parts Preferences: Asus & Gigabyte Motherboards|Intel CPU'S|Asus, MSI, & Sapphire GPU"S|Seasonic PSU|Corsair & Coolermaster Cases|

Overclocking: Possibly when i Learn more about it

SLI or Crossfire: Maybe, When it becomes a need in the future.

Your Monitor Resolution: Buying a New Monitor. 1920x1080

Additional Comments: I Would love a PC with a Window but also with Superior Airflow ( Quiet Maybe? )

Games:
- Minecraft - But Wait! With Shaders
- Battefield 3
- Metro 2033
- A Lot more in the Future.

If you could help me that would be great!

- Thanks

 

[bigcyco1]

Here my suggestion if you don't like the case i will recommend others the PSU is built by seasonic and the motherboard is top notch more reliable track record then Asrock it's for overclocking and gaming let me know what you think.

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V PRO ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($414.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80 PLUS Silver Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($118.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: BenQ XL2420T 120Hz 24.0" Monitor ($398.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1855.86
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)


mobo:ASUS P8Z77-V PRO


http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/cpu_mainboard/asus_p8-z77v_pro_sandy_bridge_review/1 <--- review w/benchmarks http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/ASUS-P8Z77-V-PRO- <--- review w/benchmarks http://www.techreaction.net/2012/06/28/review-asus-p8z77-v-pro/ <--- review w/benchmarks

 

[excella1221]

Here you go,

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme6 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($38.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 2TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($95.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: OCZ Vertex 4 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($197.96 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($413.78 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cooler Master HAF X ATX Full Tower Case ($179.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic M12II 850W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($150.17 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer GD235HZbid 120Hz 23.6" Monitor ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($92.32 @ Amazon)
Total: $1832.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

I've taken into account some your parts preferences as well.

The reason for the ASRock motherboard is because it's cheaper than the ASUS and Gigabyte counterparts but with a bit more features and still reliable quality.

The 256gb SSD is where you'll install the OS and your favorite games,apps,programs, etc. I gave a 2tb HDD to be used as STORAGE for large files, downloads, etc.; Basically everything else. You can drop the SSD to 128gb if you think it's too much.

The Sapphire Vapor-X is what I would have listed, but it's ALWAYS out of stock. If you catch it on stock, snag it ASAP.

The 7970 GHz would be able to max out those games of yours.

PSU gives you the option to add another card anytime in the future without upgrading wattage. I listed the Seasonic since that's what you prefer, but we can cut around $60 if you wish, the XFX 850w is alot cheaper but still very efficient.

 

[bigcyco1]

Here one other build

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($198.49 @ Newegg)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($40.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($169.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: BenQ XL2420T 120Hz 24.0" Monitor ($398.98 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1866.36
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.) mobo:GIGABYTE GA-Z77X-UD5H
h http://www.vortez.net/articles_pages/gigabyte_z77x_ud5h_wifi_review,1.html <--- review of that motherboard w/benchmarks

http://www.techspot.com/review/521-intel-z77-motherboard-roundup/ <--- review w/benchmarks

http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/motherboards/2012/05/09/gigabyte-ga-z77x-ud5h-review/1 <--- review w/benchmarks


w/benchmarks http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Gigabyte/GeForce_GTX_670_Windforce/ <--- review w/benchmarks of that card

 

[co0ldown]

CPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116504 230$

CPU COOLER: http://www.amazon.com/Zalman-CNPS9900MAX-B-Long-Bearing-Cooler/dp/B004CZ48DE/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1349518258&sr=1-4&keywords=zalman+cnps 65$

MOBO: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128544 155$

RAM: http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Vengeance-Profile-1600mhz-PC3-12800/dp/B0058J1Q7O/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1349518463&sr=8-8&keywords=corsair+vengeance+8gb+1600 43$

CASE: http://www.amazon.com/Fractal-Design-Define-Cases-FD-CA-DEF-R4-BL-W/dp/B008HD3E6Y/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1349518494&sr=1-3&keywords=fractal+design+define+r4 110$

GPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127685 410$

STORAGE:
- HDD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136767 90$
- SSD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147163 90$

PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151111&Tpk=seasonic%20860w 195$

OS: http://www.amazon.com/Windows-Premium-64bit-System-Builder/dp/B004Q0PT3I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1349519041&sr=8-1&keywords=windows+7 92$

MONITOR: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824260055R 178$


1658$. Nice looking blue themed build. Also quiet and still good airflow.

 

[Dtej]

Thanks for the Answers!

I have a few questions though.

Will the CM 212 Be enough to Overclock the i5? If so, to what? I won't Be doing anything extreme.

I'm worried about Case Airflow as its important. Is the Corsair 650D Fine? or maybe even the C70 series?

If i were to go with the nVidia cards, Which would be better?
Asus DirectCUII Non-Top or the MSI Power Edition.
They say MSI Was overvolting the card and much heat is going to the GPU and will cause problems in the future.

This is What i came up with

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($182.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($39.88 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Green 2TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($95.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: OCZ Vertex 4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.98 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($389.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 650D ATX Mid Tower Case ($149.93 @ Mac Connection)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional Gold 850W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($159.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($16.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer GD235HZbid 120Hz 23.6" Monitor ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($92.49 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K60 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Mouse: Logitech G9x Wired Laser Mouse ($64.95 @ B&H)
Total: $1859.13
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

 

[bigcyco1]

You can switch to those cases if you like it's o.k. the cases in my builds have great cooling but if you prefer Corsair 650D go for it the evo cpu cooler will work fine for mild overclocking and the GTX 670 Non-Top

 

[Dtej]

But will ONLY one Intake be Enough? I'm very worried

Ughhh! So confusing

 

[bigcyco1]

Add another fan and for case look here shows a diagram showing a typical airflow configuration:
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/best-motherboard-guide,2546-4.html

 

[mastrom101]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/jyRC

One intake and one exhaust fan.

 

[excella1221]

But will ONLY one Intake be Enough? I'm very worried

Ughhh! So confusing

You can get the HAF-X I suggested then. It has 4 fans.

Also, you might want to consider low profile RAM like the Ares I listed for easier installation of the CPU Cooler.

 

[Dtej]

Ok I was thinking this

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100 92.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($103.74 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V PRO ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($41.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: OCZ Vertex 4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.98 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 670 2GB Video Card ($389.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 650D ATX Mid Tower Case ($149.93 @ Mac Connection)
Power Supply: Corsair Professional Gold 850W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($159.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer GD235HZbid 120Hz 23.6" Monitor ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($92.67 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K60 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Mouse: Logitech G9x Wired Laser Mouse ($64.95 @ B&H)
Total: $1948.16
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

I Decided the H100 so i could exhaust air out. one 200mm Fan intake?
Could this be good for airflow? And if not I'll go with the HAF X

 

[excella1221]

Mmm.. I wouldn't really suggest liquid coolers unless you're actually using a custom loop kit.

 

[mastrom101]

Mmm.. I wouldn't really suggest liquid coolers unless you're actually using a custom loop kit.

Agreed.

Also I would recomend a 7950 or two, much better price: performance

 

[Dtej]

Would a 750W Do good for the Dual 7950's? If not i chose a 850W.

For the CPU Cooler, I don't really want a Noctua Because of its massive size. Any Ideas?
I will be trying to Overclock to 4-4.5ghz Range.

:/ Newby me.

- Thanks for helping.

 

[bigcyco1]

First before i answer your question do you really want 7950 or feel bullied into getting them you can talk to me in private if you prefer because i don't think you should buy something you rather not that's bs and you don't half to do jack ***t you don't want to bud.

 

[mastrom101]

Would a 750W Do good for the Dual 7950's? If not i chose a 850W.

For the CPU Cooler, I don't really want a Noctua Because of its massive size. Any Ideas?
I will be trying to Overclock to 4-4.5ghz Range.

:/ Newby me.

- Thanks for helping.

750 will be enough.
You could try a Hyper 212 EVO or for a little bit overkill, a Thermaltake Water2.0 Extreme

Keep in mind two 7950's may be too much for what you need. What games do you play?

 

[Dtej]

@BigCyco
- No, I wouldn't Believe I'm being bullied into getting Dual 7950's. Here's a Benchmark of Dual 7950's ...XFX CrossfireIf it's Better than one 670 and is under my budget, Let's Get It! Ya' know? It's True that I'd not buy something i rather not, Because i really want the Hydro Series For the Cooler.(Because I have a Window on the Case, And no one really likes Heatsinks appearing in the Window.) Should i get the 670 Or the 7950s?

@Mastrom
- The 750W Will Be enough I'm assuming.
The Thermaltake Water 2.0 Extreme is More than the Corsair H100 and this video
Shows that they are equally matched H100 vs Thermaltake 2.0 Extreme Also, the H80 And H100 are only $3 Away from each other. Which one?

Games:
- Minecraft ( Sonic ethers Unbelievable Shaders )
- Battlefield 3
- SRIII
- Borderlands2
- And more Games down the Year...

Also, I may get another monitor Down in February 2013.
So Dual 7950's May be reasonable.

- Would love some more answers!
Thanks

 

[bigcyco1]

o.k. Since that is what you want then it's all good. I just had some new member "shall remain nameless"!Writing me in email private asking me weird questions like do I really half to get a certain motherboard or certain card because I cannot get anyone to confirm my build they just change it and I just give up and say I am happy to get out of it so I was just checking to see if that might be going on here because that is not to be tolerated

 

[Dtej]

Ok I will get the Dual XFX 7950's In Crossfire.

But still, Which Cpu Cooler would be best For 4-4.5ghz Overclock without having a Massive Cooler in the case?

 

[bigcyco1]

CPU Cooler:COOLER MASTER V6 GT RR-V6GT-22PK-R1 120mm DynaLoop CPU Cooler w/ Universal bracket & Dual Fan
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103089#top


CPU Cooler:Thermaltake CLP0564 Frio Dual 120mm Universal CPU Cooler - LGA1366, LGA1156, LGA775, LGA2011, AM3, AM2+, AM2. "Received The Overclockers Tech Gold Award"
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6046364&Sku=T925-3046

 

[bigcyco1]

Get a better power supply the one your looking is good but i still would go for one that will last you three to five year PSU:XFX PRO850W XXX Edition Semi-Modular 80 Plus Silver Certified 850 Watt Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207017#top

PSU:SeaSonic X Series X-850 (SS-850KM Active PFC F3) 850W ATX12V v2.3 / EPS 12V v2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151102#top

PSU:CORSAIR HX Series HX850 850W ATX12V 2.3 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139011#top

 

[mastrom101]

H100 is much louder than the Thermaltake. It also cools slightly better than the H100. I think it's worth it.

In that case i would definitely recommend dual 7950's.

Correct 750 is enough. Corsair is a solid brand.

 

[Dtej]

Alrighty! That V6 GT Looks Sexah!
Thanks Bigcyco for your wonderful help you've given me.

Here's my Final Build and I'm not going to Change it until "Something" happens.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master V6 GT 93.7 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V PRO ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($189.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($39.88 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: OCZ Vertex 4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.98 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: XFX Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card (CrossFire) ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: XFX Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card (CrossFire) ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 650D ATX Mid Tower Case ($149.93 @ Mac Connection)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 850W 80 PLUS Silver Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($119.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($24.98 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer GD235HZbid 120Hz 23.6" Monitor ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (64-bit) ($91.90 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K60 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($69.98 @ NCIX US)
Mouse: Logitech G9x Wired Laser Mouse ($64.95 @ B&H)
Total: $1971.52
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

 

[Dtej]

Though I'm not very Knowledgeable on Overclocking, What is the point of it exactly?
Does it increase performance or something? What would be a Preferable Temperature for a overclock at about 4.2ghz. If it only Increases minimal performance the CM 212 Evo with Arctic thermal paste will do just fine, correct?