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[HELP FOR FIRST TIME BUILD] Future-proof 1080 gaming computer

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September 25, 2014 10:00:04 PM

Hi all:

I would like to assemble a pc which would allow great frame rates of latest games at 1080 for the next 3 years, at least. After that, I'll start looking for the next build.

Budget is below 900USD. I'd also like to use the Corsair Air 240 (I'd rather a small case).

I suppose getting the an i5-4670k and gtx 970 would future-proof the pc. But what other components should i get? I'm also open to getting other CPUs and GPUs, if they fit the bill.

I'm not rushing to build this; I'll probably get it done around December. Haven't built any pc before, thinking of starting as a hobby.


Tried this: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/tf47Mp

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.96 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97E-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Constellation ES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($184.95 @ Mwave)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($329.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair Air 240 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1073.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-26 09:58 EDT-0400

Over my preferred budget. Suggestions welcome. Also I didn't put a cooler. Is it needed for the build?

Thanks!




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September 26, 2014 9:14:28 AM

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($234.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ B&H)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($94.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX Video Card ($329.98 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $891.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-26 12:14 EDT-0400
September 26, 2014 9:57:15 AM

Thanks! I think you forgot the case though. Glad get those other options on parts though.
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September 26, 2014 11:45:41 AM

silv said:
Thanks! I think you forgot the case though. Glad get those other options on parts though.

I intentionnaly left out the case as I know you like the Air 240:) 
September 26, 2014 6:11:38 PM

Ah but when I checked, the pcpartpicker said that the motherboard you suggested cannot fit the case?
a b 4 Gaming
September 26, 2014 7:10:50 PM

Wait for good deals..
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/WFrKnQ
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/WFrKnQ/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($234.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-L9i 57.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($46.99 @ Mwave)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($116.98 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX Video Card ($329.98 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair Air 240 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $999.91
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-26 22:10 EDT-0400

The 960 might be cheaper and may fit in your budget.
September 26, 2014 8:04:04 PM

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($159.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97M-HD3 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($82.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX Video Card ($329.98 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair Air 240 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $869.93
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-26 23:02 EDT-0400

This actually stays within your budget of $900. You already have an OS? Anyway, you may want to add a cpu cooler to that such as this one:

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/noctua-cpu-cooler-nhl9i

It would go over your budget by a bit.
September 26, 2014 8:50:27 PM

The I5-4590 is an interesting suggestion and since I don't plan on oc'ing any time soon I'm open to it. But will it hold up for the next 3 years of games at least? Also is the cooler necessary even without oc'ing? I'm live in a hot tropical country. Not sure if that will affect the temp.

Also, you've been suggesting evga gtx 970. Any particular reason instead of choosing zotac or palit ones
September 26, 2014 8:56:14 PM

evga is a much better brand than those two. the i5 4590 won't bottleneck the gtx 960 and unless you plan on doing some cpu intensive work, it's fine for gaming purposes. Cooler is not necessary, but your computer might be nosier. You should keep track of temps for the first few times you game with your pc anyway.
September 26, 2014 8:58:01 PM

Keep in mind that if you don't live in the the US, my build may not be the best bang for your buck in your country. That i5 deal is only available at the microcenter. It's usually more expensive.
September 26, 2014 11:35:29 PM

Thanks. What's your take on the evga misaligned heat pipes issue?
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September 26, 2014 11:42:16 PM

Get it from a different brand.
September 27, 2014 5:38:28 AM

Thanks!

Doing a little check on whether going for a better processor is worth it. So far, the 4670k appears to be good for oc'ing, which I'm not inclined to do yet. So going for the 4590 may be worth the savings if there'll be no difference anyway.
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September 27, 2014 6:18:14 AM

If you arent going to oc get the 4670 or 4690 if you are going to oc get the k version of either.
For the graphics card i would recommend getting a msi or asus because or the bad heat pipe in the evga one.
September 27, 2014 7:30:12 AM

Oh, I didn't know about the heatpipes issue. EVGA is usually good. I guess go with another brand then. The gtx 970 should be good for the next 3 years or so. I would focus on the gpu over the cpu for gaming purposes.
September 27, 2014 8:41:45 AM

Thanks! I'm tempted to go over budget Haha.
October 6, 2014 5:05:47 PM

So I decided to push through. This is my pc now:

I5-4590
G skill sniper 1600 ddr3 2x4gb
Gigabyte LGa 1150 h97m d3h
Samsung ssd 120 gb economy 840 evo
Seagate 7200 ram 1 tb
Noctua L9i
Corsair air 240
Seasonic G series 550w

No gpu yet. All are out of stock here.

Everything seems normal, but I still need to do some cable management. Thanks for all your help!
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October 6, 2014 5:15:45 PM

The XFX550 is a VERY good PSU, and probably the best for the money.

Drop the CPU cooler as the stock one is fine and you can't overclock.


EDIT, just saw you already bought it. Should be fine but the cooler is pointless. Will be a solid build. Cable management just comes with practice.
October 6, 2014 5:33:23 PM

Thanks! That's that. Hehe who knows, maybe the cooler will help here in Manila. I'm glad I got the ssd. Boot times have never been faster.
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