Rate my PC Build :D!! (Part 2)

[vmartelle]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nsof
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nsof/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nsof/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($215.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z75 Pro3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($79.56 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: XFX Radeon HD 7850 2GB Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Gamma Classic (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Raidmax 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($44.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS90 DVD/CD Writer ($22.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $713.47
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2012-11-12 14:31 EST-0500)


"Compatibility Notes According to Pcpartpicker
ASRock Z75 Pro3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard has an onboard USB 3.0 header, but the NZXT Gamma Classic (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case does not have front panel USB 3.0 ports."



Do I need a sound card? Any compatibility issues? Any other suggestions? I'll probably be buying these parts around black friday, cyber monday, or christmas and hope to get some deals on them. I don't expect to go any higher in price for this build. Its primary use will be for gaming.


Thanks,
-Victor

 

[andreas_vak]

you'll need a sound card only if you have a big surround system or an expensive headset...but i would get a 7870 because its the best for the budget for 1080..thats my opinion only...

 

[zared619]

You have one gigantic flaw in your build. Raidmax PSU's are garbage. They are really hit and miss, they are cheaply put together, and they won't last at all. Additionally, there is a pretty good chance you could fry your system. Go with something like a Corsair CX 500v2.
Additionally, I would swap out your Ripjaws RAM for ARES RAM.
You could get away with that RAM, but do NOT get that PSU. You could ruin a other wise very good system.
I also agree that the 7870 would be better, but if you don't have the cash, just overclock it to 7870 levels.

 

[vmartelle]

Alright, lets get some more comments in by other people and what they think.

 

[jackspeed]

There is nothing wrong with the ram. I agree with that the psu sucks, also you need to live near a microcenter to get the processor.

Also this is a cheaper dvd burner (today only)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135204

otherwise a dvd burner from micro center would allow you to avoid shipping

 

[zared619]

RAM with high heatfins, such as the Ripjaws series can interfere with aftermarket coolers. The RAM itself is just fine, but the heatfins are rather high.

 

[FinneousPJ]

I like it except Raidmax.

 

[vmartelle]

what power supply shud i get?

 

[zared619]

A corsair cx500 v2 should be a good substitute.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139027&Tpk=corsair%20cx%20500

This one is not quite as good, but its a little cheaper.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182076&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

 

[Zed_Spooge]

Z75? wow. cx

 

[vmartelle]

buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuump

 

[vmartelle]

bump

 

[vmartelle]

any other opinions? D:

 

[FinneousPJ]

Stop bumping m'kay.

 

[vmartelle]

then no one will see it mkkkkkkkayyyyyyyyyyy

 

[mjmjpfaff]

No raidmax PSU. I think I have already helped you. A 430W Corsair CX series PSU is plenty. And cheaper than that too. No reason to get more power. You cannot crossfire on that motherboard.

 

[FinneousPJ]

Read This First

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/282333-13-read-first

 

[SingingThroughTheStorm]

Yeah. Good build except the Raidmax PSU.
You can even pick up a good Antec PSU for less than the Raidmax right now, so that is good news.

Otherwise it looks good.

 

[tiny voices]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371045&Tpk=antec%20vp%20450%20450w

Just snag one of these.

 

[vmartelle]

Should I get this? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cmpsu430cxv2

 

[kracker]

Should I get this? http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-power-supply-cmpsu430cxv2

No, I would recommend a 500W, 430 seems a bit low...it *should* but for the future...

 

[tiny voices]

That 430w has high amperage on the 12v rail so it should be fine. I'm just partial to the Antec vp-450 because I have one.

 

[vmartelle]

What one should I get >_<

 

[strife_ff7]

I see a way you could get way better gaming performance. Overclocking a cpu is overrated with a few changes you could get a way better frame rate. If you live near a microcenter get a i5 3450 for $140 http://www.microcenter.com/product/388579/Core_i5_3450_31GHz_LGA_1155_Processor
Get this mobo asrock b75m $62 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157335
Then you would be able to get a hd 7950 $286 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814202006

If you don't live near a microcenter get a i5 3470 for about $190 and get a hd 7870 for about $230

 

[vmartelle]

maybee

any other ideas?