$1600 First gaming build opinions

[trick069]

I'm looking for some advice on my first build. Obviously I would like to save money where I can but I believe this will be the best bang for my buck.
I will use this for gaming, streaming games, watching movies, and surfing the internet.
There are a few things I do not want to change: the case, keyboard, mouse, and mobo. Everything else is subject to change. US prices.
Thanks for the help!


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Respire T40 68.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.13 @ TigerDirect)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VH238H 23.0" Monitor ($139.99 @ NCIX US)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1618.51
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 00:56 EDT-0400)

 

[envy14tpe]

Found some places to save money and still game at max settings.
Mobo: Gigabyte makes great boards and overclocks well.
CPU cooler: NXXT Respire is REALLY loud, I found a much better cooler that will give higher overclocks.
SSD: Do not get a 64GB SSD, you need at least 120GB. trust me.
GPU: 770 is great, but a 7970 for $305 is a much better buy. And it'll max out all games on your monitor.
Monitor: Upgraded from 23" to 24" for slightly cheaper price.
PSU: 750W is too much power. Just get a 620W PSU that is modular.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek Dark Knight II SD1283 Night Hawk Edition 89.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($304.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1543.37
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 01:51 EDT-0400)

 

[RazerZ]

I know this list includes somethings you didn't want to change, but I think you should take a look at it . It saves you money, and has the best cost to performance ratio, such as higher frequency ram, better monitor, same quality parts for less, etc.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($63.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V200 Series 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case ($108.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Logitech G510 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($105.50 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1554.70
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 02:12 EDT-0400)

 

[trick069]

I know this list includes somethings you didn't want to change, but I think you should take a look at it . It saves you money, and has the best cost to performance ratio, such as higher frequency ram, better monitor, same quality parts for less, etc.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($63.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V200 Series 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case ($108.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Logitech G510 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($105.50 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1554.70
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 02:12 EDT-0400)

I like the idea for the ram, but would it be as reliable as the corsair?

Found some places to save money and still game at max settings.
Mobo: Gigabyte makes great boards and overclocks well.
CPU cooler: NXXT Respire is REALLY loud, I found a much better cooler that will give higher overclocks.
SSD: Do not get a 64GB SSD, you need at least 120GB. trust me.
GPU: 770 is great, but a 7970 for $305 is a much better buy. And it'll max out all games on your monitor.
Monitor: Upgraded from 23" to 24" for slightly cheaper price.
PSU: 750W is too much power. Just get a 620W PSU that is modular.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek Dark Knight II SD1283 Night Hawk Edition 89.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($304.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1543.37
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 01:51 EDT-0400)

I like the monitor, psu, and the ssd. Would I be able to sli in the future with that psu? Is that ssd trustworthy at such a cheap price?


Thanks for the responses guys, thinking I'll be making my purchase tonight!

 

[RazerZ]

I know this list includes somethings you didn't want to change, but I think you should take a look at it . It saves you money, and has the best cost to performance ratio, such as higher frequency ram, better monitor, same quality parts for less, etc.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($63.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V200 Series 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($52.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case ($108.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Logitech G510 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($105.50 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1554.70
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 02:12 EDT-0400)

I like the idea for the ram, but would it be as reliable as the corsair?

Found some places to save money and still game at max settings.
Mobo: Gigabyte makes great boards and overclocks well.
CPU cooler: NXXT Respire is REALLY loud, I found a much better cooler that will give higher overclocks.
SSD: Do not get a 64GB SSD, you need at least 120GB. trust me.
GPU: 770 is great, but a 7970 for $305 is a much better buy. And it'll max out all games on your monitor.
Monitor: Upgraded from 23" to 24" for slightly cheaper price.
PSU: 750W is too much power. Just get a 620W PSU that is modular.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek Dark Knight II SD1283 Night Hawk Edition 89.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($56.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($304.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1543.37
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 01:51 EDT-0400)

I like the monitor, psu, and the ssd. Would I be able to sli in the future with that psu? Is that ssd trustworthy at such a cheap price?


Thanks for the responses guys, thinking I'll be making my purchase tonight!

I changed my build a little to include a better and faster SSD, and a PSU that can support SLI if you choose to do so. Also OCZ PSUs are just as good as Seasonic, and same goes for G.Skill ram for corsair.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($63.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Thermaltake VN300M1W2N ATX Full Tower Case ($108.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Logitech G510 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($106.41 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1597.60
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 18:29 EDT-0400)

 

[trick069]

Ok here is what I'm going for as my final build. I switched out the psu and ram. Im a little worried about the psu because I haven't heard a lot about the company. I chose a slightly different ram than yours razer due to the color preferences, smart I know .

Any other opinions before I purchase?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($68.85 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1577.22
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 21:48 EDT-0400)

 

[Vincent Politan]

You might want to go with the Gigabyte HD 7970 It is almost identical to the 770, and a lot cheaper.

 

[RazerZ]

Ok here is what I'm going for as my final build. I switched out the psu and ram. Im a little worried about the psu because I haven't heard a lot about the company. I chose a slightly different ram than yours razer due to the color preferences, smart I know .

Any other opinions before I purchase?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($177.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($68.85 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk 64GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($59.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.98 @ Outlet PC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: OCZ ZT 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($119.19 @ Mac Mall)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1577.22
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 21:48 EDT-0400)

Just a few things to consider:

This monitor is one of the best ones available for gaming, and will provide a much sharper image than the one you chose. It is 0.6 inches shorter, but to me that shouldn't matter.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/acer-monitor-umvh6aa003

The next would be the keyboard. For the price your paying for it, it doesn't come with many features. This one cost less, and has a ton of more features and is cheaper.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VAK16O/?tag=pcpapi-20

And finally the OS. If you are using windows xp or vista currently, I would highly suggest windows 7. But if your not then go for windows 8.

Hope you have fun, and good luck with your build .

 

[RazerZ]

You might want to go with the Gigabyte HD 7970 It is almost identical to the 770, and a lot cheaper.

You might want to check out this article if $100 isn't an issue.

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/geforce-gtx-770-gk104-review,review-32698.html

Also this version of the GTX770 is a tad cheaper, but more importantly can overclock more due to the amount of fans it has.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-video-card-gvn770oc2gd

 

[trick069]

ok this is what Im doing! thanks everyone for the help!
I wil update and show everyone the finished product.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($190.91 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($68.85 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($102.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($86.66 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.90 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Trigger Wired Gaming Keyboard ($124.49 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Logitech G500 Wired Laser Mouse ($49.42 @ Amazon)
Total: $1660.15
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 23:10 EDT-0400)

 

[FractalDesignCore]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($279.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X60 98.3 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($107.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($153.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($119.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($114.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($479.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($73.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1565.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 23:12 EDT-0400)

 

[RazerZ]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($279.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X60 98.3 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($107.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($153.98 @ Outlet PC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($119.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($114.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($479.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($73.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1565.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 23:12 EDT-0400)

Sadly not feasible because you forget the monitor, OS, mouse, and keyboard .

 

[envy14tpe]

You're final $1600 build looks pretty solid. Glad you went with a 128GB SSD, you won't regret it.

Just so you know...750W isn't enough for 2x770. If you want 2x770 in the future then you should get 850W.

How about jumping from Evo to Dark Kinght II? You are getting a great overclocking mobo so might as well get a good overclock with your CPU. And to do so you need good cooling, more so than a Evo.

 

[trick069]

Are you sure about the psu? Ive seen some builds include two 770s with only 750 watts. I know its cutting it close but I figured it won't be that bad.

I do want to watercool before I sli, unfortunatley I felt like I couldn't financially include it in the build tjis time, but soon.

I got half of the supplies today. Should have the rest by the middle of the week. Cant wait to finish it!

 

[RazerZ]

Are you sure about the psu? Ive seen some builds include two 770s with only 750 watts. I know its cutting it close but I figured it won't be that bad.

I do want to watercool before I sli, unfortunatley I felt like I couldn't financially include it in the build tjis time, but soon.

I got half of the supplies today. Should have the rest by the middle of the week. Cant wait to finish it!

Yea what envy said, for the future if you want to do 770 sli get a 850+ PSU. Gl on the build .

 

[trick069]

Hey guys I got a question for my build.

Everything came in fine and the build is running. I will update with pics later.

I am trying to install the freeware on my z87 instaltion disk. It installs fine but when I restart my comp I can't get back into windows without refreshing it which loses everything I downloaded.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[envy14tpe]

forget the Z87 installation disk. Download all drivers directly from Nvidia or whatever company product you bought. This will give you the newest and most up to date.

 

[trick069]

ok i solved that problem, but now my hdd will not show up in my computer.

it shows in my device manager but there's nothing i can do to create a path to access it.

 

[envy14tpe]

Does the HDD show up in the BIOS? Check the BIOS first.

 

[trick069]

I posted on a another thread and got it fixed but thanks .

Sorry for post-poning picks, they're coming soon!

 

[trick069]

http://

Completed build...
Thanks for the help guys