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Hello everyone!
I could use some advice on my build for my future PC. I am very excited because I finally have the opportunity to build, but I have no experience in the process. I would really appreciate it if someone could take a look at my build and let me know if it looks okay. I have been watching tutorial videos and I have been asking my friends for advice, but before I buy my parts I want to make sure I'm not overlooking anything. I want my build to cost less than $1,500 and I think I have an okay setup right now. I am not interested in overclocking my computer. I would like to be able to play most games at high settings and have the ability to use CAD software. Dual monitors would be cool in the future, but I only plan on using one for the moment. I'm open to suggestions if anyone thinks I should swap out parts for something better. The main thing is I cannot go over $1,500. Let me know what you think!
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/psychmech/saved/dmxxFT
I could use some advice on my build for my future PC. I am very excited because I finally have the opportunity to build, but I have no experience in the process. I would really appreciate it if someone could take a look at my build and let me know if it looks okay. I have been watching tutorial videos and I have been asking my friends for advice, but before I buy my parts I want to make sure I'm not overlooking anything. I want my build to cost less than $1,500 and I think I have an okay setup right now. I am not interested in overclocking my computer. I would like to be able to play most games at high settings and have the ability to use CAD software. Dual monitors would be cool in the future, but I only plan on using one for the moment. I'm open to suggestions if anyone thinks I should swap out parts for something better. The main thing is I cannot go over $1,500. Let me know what you think!
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/psychmech/saved/dmxxFT
Psychmech
October 13, 2014 5:11:06 PM
LukaBoki said:
Try:PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nWddJx
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nWddJx/by_merchant/
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($92.75 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($73.80 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($109.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($329.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24F1ST DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: BenQ GL2460HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($149.99 @ Amazon)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N900PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1369.42
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-12 16:09 EDT-0400
I really like your build since it includes the new GeForce 970. Other than the upgraded video card could you tell me how else the build differs from what I've already created? I'm still learning about the different brands/parts.
Also, thanks everyone for your suggestions I really appreciate it! Sorry I took so long to respond. I got caught up with work.
LukaBoki
October 12, 2014 10:33:00 PM
RazerZ
October 12, 2014 10:29:38 PM
LukaBoki
October 12, 2014 10:23:06 PM
RazerZ
October 12, 2014 10:20:02 PM
LukaBoki
October 12, 2014 10:15:51 PM
RazerZ
October 12, 2014 10:04:02 PM
LukaBoki
October 12, 2014 10:02:57 PM
RazerZ
October 12, 2014 9:57:51 PM
LukaBoki said:
Try:PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nWddJx
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nWddJx/by_merchant/
CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($92.75 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($73.80 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($109.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($329.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24F1ST DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: BenQ GL2460HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($149.99 @ Amazon)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N900PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1369.42
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-12 16:09 EDT-0400
This looks great. You could drop to an i5 4440 and see no performance loss and also drop the cooler to save some money.
Also if he plans to sli I would get a Z97 motherboard which can support sli. A 750W PSU would work for 970 sli.
If he plans to use a single card and upgrade later, he could stick with the H97 and get a 550W PSU.
RazerZ
October 12, 2014 9:53:43 PM
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