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First Time Builder seeking advice for 3D Modeling Build under 2,000
Hello all,
To give some quick background on my situation, I work as a Mechanical Engineer but I am also someone who also enjoys gaming (currently on a PS4). The only computer I currently own is a Sony Vaio Laptop circa 2008 which surprisingly still works for my basic computer needs (Microsoft office, email, web browsing, etc…), but I am looking to build a new computer that will allow me to improve upon my skillset for my job by learning and experimenting with some new programs.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: February 2017
Budget Range: Trying to stay less than $2000 including monitor, mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, and a security package
System Usage from Most to Least Important: 3D modeling (Solidworks, Inventor, or similar), Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS or similar), Computational Fluid Dynamics (Autodesk CFD or similar), Productivity (Microsoft Office), Gaming (prefer to have a system that can run the latest and greatest games, but I think that the 3D modeling needs will cover this), Web-browsing.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, I would eventually like dual displays but likely starting with only 1.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Driven by cost, but Amazon is preferred due to free shipping with Prime membership. I would like to limit the number of sites used to save on shipping, if possible.
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Parts Preferences: Not a clue. I think I want to stay Intel, but I don’t really know.
Overclocking: Maybe? I don’t know much about this
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe? I don’t know anything about this
Your Monitor Resolution: Probably 1920x1080 or similar.
General Comments: I am not really concerned with the cost of the OS, Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor(s), or Microsoft Office Suite. I will take any comments on any and all hardware as well as recommended security systems. I am technically minded and I like to think I am decent at working with computers, but this whole hardware side of the computer world is new to me so please don’t be too hard on me if I am doing something really stupid.
Below is my preliminary parts list from PCPP. I put this together based on “recommended” hardware lists provided by solid works, inventor, and some of the other programs listed above. The only future expansions I really forsee would be potentially doubling the RAM from 32 to 64 (which I think I could simply order another 4x of matching RAM but I am seeking confirmation on this) and adding another HDD for storage (which I attempted to size the MoBo and Case for)
Something I am admittedly a little confused by is that I have read that 3D modeling programs prefer less cores but the simulation/rendering programs seem to prefer more cores. I attempted to find a processor that sounds like it can handle both situations fairly well without spending a boatload of money, but having never done this before, I would appreciate any comments you are willing to share.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor ($368.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock X99 Extreme4 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($189.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($204.97 @ Jet)
Storage: Samsung 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($81.71 @ Jet)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.66 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB Mini Video Card ($249.00 @ Amazon)
Case: Cougar MX300 ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA BQ 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($61.89 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($16.88 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM 64-bit ($120.00 @ Amazon)
Software: Microsoft Office Home and Student 2016 Software ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Software: Kaspersky Total Security (1 Year Subscription) - 3 Devices Software ($49.99)
Wireless Network Adapter: SIIG CN-WR0811-S1 PCI-Express x1 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter ($21.94 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Corsair CO-9050016-RLED 52.2 CFM 120mm Fan ($18.39 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Rosewill ROCF-13001 38.2 CFM 120mm Fan ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" 1920x1080 Monitor ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: SteelSeries SteelSeries Apex 300 Keyboard Wired Standard Keyboard ($61.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G400s Wired Optical Mouse ($90.99 @ Amazon)
Other: Rosewill RDCR-11004 - Data Hub for 5.25" Drive Bays - Two USB 3.0 ($27.99)
Other: JBtek All Black Sleeved PWM Fan Splitter Cable 1 to 2 Converter ($6.99 @ Amazon)
Other: Belkin 36-Piece Demagnetized Computer Tool Kit with Case (Black) ($30.35 @ Amazon)
Total: $1983.44
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-01-12 11:18 EST-0500
Thank you in advance for any and all help,
Lee
PS If I didn't put this in the correct section of the forum please let me know and I will move it accordingly
First Time Builder seeking advice for 3D Modeling Build under 2,000
Hello all,
To give some quick background on my situation, I work as a Mechanical Engineer but I am also someone who also enjoys gaming (currently on a PS4). The only computer I currently own is a Sony Vaio Laptop circa 2008 which surprisingly still works for my basic computer needs (Microsoft office, email, web browsing, etc…), but I am looking to build a new computer that will allow me to improve upon my skillset for my job by learning and experimenting with some new programs.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: February 2017
Budget Range: Trying to stay less than $2000 including monitor, mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, and a security package
System Usage from Most to Least Important: 3D modeling (Solidworks, Inventor, or similar), Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS or similar), Computational Fluid Dynamics (Autodesk CFD or similar), Productivity (Microsoft Office), Gaming (prefer to have a system that can run the latest and greatest games, but I think that the 3D modeling needs will cover this), Web-browsing.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes, I would eventually like dual displays but likely starting with only 1.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Driven by cost, but Amazon is preferred due to free shipping with Prime membership. I would like to limit the number of sites used to save on shipping, if possible.
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Parts Preferences: Not a clue. I think I want to stay Intel, but I don’t really know.
Overclocking: Maybe? I don’t know much about this
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe? I don’t know anything about this
Your Monitor Resolution: Probably 1920x1080 or similar.
General Comments: I am not really concerned with the cost of the OS, Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor(s), or Microsoft Office Suite. I will take any comments on any and all hardware as well as recommended security systems. I am technically minded and I like to think I am decent at working with computers, but this whole hardware side of the computer world is new to me so please don’t be too hard on me if I am doing something really stupid.
Below is my preliminary parts list from PCPP. I put this together based on “recommended” hardware lists provided by solid works, inventor, and some of the other programs listed above. The only future expansions I really forsee would be potentially doubling the RAM from 32 to 64 (which I think I could simply order another 4x of matching RAM but I am seeking confirmation on this) and adding another HDD for storage (which I attempted to size the MoBo and Case for)
Something I am admittedly a little confused by is that I have read that 3D modeling programs prefer less cores but the simulation/rendering programs seem to prefer more cores. I attempted to find a processor that sounds like it can handle both situations fairly well without spending a boatload of money, but having never done this before, I would appreciate any comments you are willing to share.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i7-5820K 3.3GHz 6-Core Processor ($368.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock X99 Extreme4 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard ($189.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($204.97 @ Jet)
Storage: Samsung 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($81.71 @ Jet)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.66 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB Mini Video Card ($249.00 @ Amazon)
Case: Cougar MX300 ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA BQ 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($61.89 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($16.88 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM 64-bit ($120.00 @ Amazon)
Software: Microsoft Office Home and Student 2016 Software ($118.98 @ Amazon)
Software: Kaspersky Total Security (1 Year Subscription) - 3 Devices Software ($49.99)
Wireless Network Adapter: SIIG CN-WR0811-S1 PCI-Express x1 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter ($21.94 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Corsair CO-9050016-RLED 52.2 CFM 120mm Fan ($18.39 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Rosewill ROCF-13001 38.2 CFM 120mm Fan ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" 1920x1080 Monitor ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: SteelSeries SteelSeries Apex 300 Keyboard Wired Standard Keyboard ($61.99 @ Amazon)
Mouse: Logitech G400s Wired Optical Mouse ($90.99 @ Amazon)
Other: Rosewill RDCR-11004 - Data Hub for 5.25" Drive Bays - Two USB 3.0 ($27.99)
Other: JBtek All Black Sleeved PWM Fan Splitter Cable 1 to 2 Converter ($6.99 @ Amazon)
Other: Belkin 36-Piece Demagnetized Computer Tool Kit with Case (Black) ($30.35 @ Amazon)
Total: $1983.44
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-01-12 11:18 EST-0500
Thank you in advance for any and all help,
Lee
PS If I didn't put this in the correct section of the forum please let me know and I will move it accordingly