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Started by Colin Hollenback | | 8 answers
Is my build good for a budget around $1500?
Hello!
This is my build:
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I want to be able to have enough C/GPU power to max out any games without using any really overpriced components. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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July 13, 2014 2:13:06 PM

M0j0jojo said:
Colin Hollenback said:
M0j0jojo said:
Here

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($118.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.91 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($599.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($85.87 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($107.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1367.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

First of all, thank you for your feedback, I really appreciate it!
But I took a look at the GPU, my current GPUs Base Clock is one unit lower for about 150 dollars. Is there something else about that GPU I am overlooking?
I also decided to keep my RAM due to hearing good things about both Corsair and the RAM itself.
Same thing with the PSU, I have heard XFX is a great brand.
As for the SSD, Samsung seems to be a more trustworthy and known brand, so I stuck with them.
Apparently, the CPU is not compatible with the motherboard I will be using.


http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/geforce-gtx-780-ti-... Look at the amount of difference between GTX 780 Ti and GTX 780

Adata is as much reliable as Corsair, however its cheaper and performances just as well.

EVGA also has great and reliable PSUs, I chose that one in specific cuz its fully modular meaning you dont have to worry about the useless cables, you can attach the ones you only need.
Crucial is also one of many reliable manufacturers of SSDs, though it is slightly slower than the Samsung one, but it is cheaper, and has the same amount of space.
Also the CPU is an updated version of the one u have listed. and it costs the same. the CPU will work with some Z87 motherboard prior to a bios update.

I don't really have the money to buy that and eventually SLI it, especially for the low performance difference in most games.
July 13, 2014 1:13:47 PM

Colin Hollenback said:
M0j0jojo said:
Here

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($118.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.91 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($599.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($85.87 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($107.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1367.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

First of all, thank you for your feedback, I really appreciate it!
But I took a look at the GPU, my current GPUs Base Clock is one unit lower for about 150 dollars. Is there something else about that GPU I am overlooking?
I also decided to keep my RAM due to hearing good things about both Corsair and the RAM itself.
Same thing with the PSU, I have heard XFX is a great brand.
As for the SSD, Samsung seems to be a more trustworthy and known brand, so I stuck with them.
Apparently, the CPU is not compatible with the motherboard I will be using.


http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/geforce-gtx-780-ti-... Look at the amount of difference between GTX 780 Ti and GTX 780

Adata is as much reliable as Corsair, however its cheaper and performances just as well.

EVGA also has great and reliable PSUs, I chose that one in specific cuz its fully modular meaning you dont have to worry about the useless cables, you can attach the ones you only need.
Crucial is also one of many reliable manufacturers of SSDs, though it is slightly slower than the Samsung one, but it is cheaper, and has the same amount of space.
Also the CPU is an updated version of the one u have listed. and it costs the same. the CPU will work with some Z87 motherboard prior to a bios update.

Best solution chosen by Colin Hollenback

July 13, 2014 1:12:49 PM

You've got a good build that you'll be happy with, going SLI down the road is a good idea, will love the 780s in SLI, I've the Asus Cus in SLI (in sig) and they are great, have about a 25% OC on them in SLI :) 
July 13, 2014 1:00:57 PM

Colin Hollenback said:
pierrerock said:
it is a very good build. But maybe i would change the 780 for a R9 290.

see there : http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-graphics-car...

I did consider that, but I am planning to SLI the 780's eventually and I don't really like AMD.


well, you would get better performance for the price but it is your choice/money after all !

Also, why doing SLI ? unless playing in 4K resolution it is almost never relevant since you double the price and do not get double performances.

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/geforce-gtx-760-vs-...

as you can see there, tom's compared sli 780 VS single 780. in 1080P performance gain is around 50% while in higher resolutions, performances is more than double. So if you SLI. consider buying a 4K monitor (very expensive actually) or buy a 780 TI or a R9 290X which will get you more for the money in 1080P
July 13, 2014 12:44:45 PM

M0j0jojo said:
Here

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($118.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.91 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($599.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($85.87 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($107.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1367.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

First of all, thank you for your feedback, I really appreciate it!
But I took a look at the GPU, my current GPUs Base Clock is one unit lower for about 150 dollars. Is there something else about that GPU I am overlooking?
I also decided to keep my RAM due to hearing good things about both Corsair and the RAM itself.
Same thing with the PSU, I have heard XFX is a great brand.
As for the SSD, Samsung seems to be a more trustworthy and known brand, so I stuck with them.
Apparently, the CPU is not compatible with the motherboard I will be using.
July 13, 2014 12:30:37 PM

Here

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($118.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($72.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.91 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($599.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($85.87 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($107.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1367.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

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