Ultimate PC: For Online Trading & Gaming - Which GPU? 2x GTX 770s or 2x 780 or Titan??

Best GPU Configuration

  • EVGA GTX770 4GB (2 Way SLI)

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • ASUS GTX780 3GB (2 Way SLI)

    Votes: 1 33.3%
  • ASUS Titan

    Votes: 2 66.7%

  • Total voters
    3

creativine

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This computer is my Dream Computer configuration.. I have waited for longtime to justify this kind of investment on a desktop computer.

Main Usage: Online Trading (Forex Trading)
Secondary Usage: Gaming.
Budget: US $6-7k
I wanna make sure that it's future proof in terms of upgrading the components. I will be buying this computer parts in two stages.

Stage 1

CPU: Intel i7 4770k
MB: Asus Maximus VI Extreme
RAM: Corsair 32GB - Dominator Platinum DDR3 1866MHz
HDD1: WD Black 3TB - WD3001FAEX 64MB
SSD1: Samsung 256GB - 840 Pro Series
PSU: Corsair AX1200i 1200W
Optical Drive: Asus BW-12B1ST
ATX Chassis: Cooler Master Storm Stryker
CPU Cooler: Corsair Hydro H110
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70
Webcam: Logitech HD Pro
GPU: Buy 1 GPU Card
Monitors 1: LG 27EA63V - 3 x 27" Monitors


Stage 2

SSD2: Samsung 256GB - 840 Pro Series (For RAID 1)
HDD2: WD Black 3TB (For RAID 1)
Monitors 2: LG 27EA63V - 3 x 27" Monitors
GPU: Add one or more GPU Cards
Monitor Stand: Modern Hexa 27" Monitors (Made in Korea)

Final Configuration with have multiple GPUs with 6 Monitors

Need Your help to finalize the GPU, i am confused between the following

EVGA GTX770 4GB or ASUS GTX780 3GB or ASUS Titan


Questions:

Q: Which configuration provides the maximum bang for the buck. For E.g 2x770 vs 2x780 vs 1xTitans? From flexibility, Overall performance and features point of view?

Q: How many minimum GPUs are required for Six 27" monitors running conventional online trading softwares and multiple browsers?

Q: Considering the Power Consumption, I am planning to run these PC 24x5 with small breaks. Is it a good idea to have less GPUs (Asus Titan) rather than having multiple GPUs running (2Way or 3 Way SLI)?


I am open for any advise and suggestions. According to my estimate, this setup going to cost between US $6-7k. That is why i am buying components in two stages. I know that is bit of an overkill for a trading computer, but i am just trying to buy something which gonna last for long time or have good resale value.

I live in New Zealand and computer components are bit expensive here compared to US or Canada. Let me know; if you know any great supplier based in New Zealand.


Once again, i would like to "Thank You" all you guys for taking your time to read my post and help me make a right decision.

I am looking forward to hear from you soon..

Cheers
 

ps3hacker12

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This is from the new zealand pcpartpicker:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($484.50 @ PC Force)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($179.95 @ Computer Lounge)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme9/ac ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($631.34 @ PB Technologies)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($200.00 @ Paradigm PCs)
Storage: Sandisk Extreme 240GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($297.84 @ PB Technologies)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($179.00 @ PC Force)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($1114.34 @ PB Technologies)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($1114.34 @ PB Technologies)
Case: NZXT Phantom (White) ATX Full Tower Case ($230.00 @ Paradigm PCs)
Power Supply: SeaSonic X Series 1250W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($516.34 @ PB Technologies)
Optical Drive: Asus BW-12B1ST/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($194.35 @ PB Technologies)
Monitor: LG IPS277L-BN 27.0" Monitor ($549.95 @ Computer Lounge)
Monitor: LG IPS277L-BN 27.0" Monitor ($549.95 @ Computer Lounge)
Monitor: LG IPS277L-BN 27.0" Monitor ($549.95 @ Computer Lounge)
Total: $6791.85
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-03 23:58 NZST+1200)

are you going to be gaming on a three monitor setup?

This is really a super high end build, but even in a super high end build I find it hard to reccommend the titan at its ridiculous price point.

the above is just a suggestion :)
 

creativine

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@ps3hacker12

Thanks for the reply.. We use Pricespy.co.nz here in NZ.. I have looked into you list, it looks good.. But i think i like to stick to the list above... It took me weeks to finalize some of the components...

Can you please give your opinion on best GPU setup?

 

ps3hacker12

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Single card setups are the most headache free so a single 780 would probably be fine if your happy with performane, but if not 780 SLI performance is still great so 780 SLI is a good option.

The titan's price means any performance gains it holds over the 780 are simply not worth it for the average consumer.
 

Marcopolo123

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to run 6 monitor , one gpu(not important if its a weak or strong gpu) with 6 displayports is required...
trading doesnt need high graphics performance.

for trading a good cpu is required for the multitasking, charts, websites/tabs ect.

in terms of gaming
1 gtx 770 is plenty for 1x 1080p monitor
2 gtx 770 are fine at 3x1080p monitors
2 gtx 780 would be better for 3x1080p monitors

new zealand wow yes is going to be very expensive ...

for that budget i would get a custome watercooling set-up, because it looks good :=)
for example xspc raystorm 750 ex240 cpu watercooling kit

asus z87 maximus Hero is plenty for you !
750w~850w psu is plenty ! you dont need more
 

creativine

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Thanks for taking time for making recommendations... :)

Since you make recommendation on focusing more on CPU power, i was started looking for More powerful intel CPU and just realized that Intel recently released Intel 4960x and 4930k CPUs. Considering the price point and performance, i am now looking to probably go with Intel 4930k... But still have not settled on what GPUs or what configuration...
 

creativine

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Thanks for the suggestion.. Is there's any internet reviews about comparing the two options side by side or any benchmarks.. I have looked into the GPUboss.com website, but they only compare one GPU with another...

I was looking for Dual or Tri-SLI comparison with Titan...

 

ps3hacker12

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Here is a single card comparison:
http://www.anandtech.com/bench/product/827?vs=764

780 SLI vs titan SLI:
http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/gpu_displays/gigabyte_nvidia_gtx780_sli_vs_gtx_titan_sli_comparison/8

very similar performance for alot less.
 

creativine

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Thanks for the info... I think, it makes more sense to probably go with 780s...