Help building my first gaming rig

[Shogun]

The PC vs Console thread really got me going (although, I've been wanting to do this for some time) I want to build a nice gaming rig that I can use to play some PC exclusives on as well as not having to worry about it being slow as hell compared to my POS laptop.

What I want -

1. Must be able to run graphics at med/high settings. (770 card?)
2. I'd like to have good storage for movies/music (I don't know the advantages/differences of an SSD/HDD.
3. I'd like to have an HDMI port so I can move it into my living room on the big screen.
4. I do need a monitor. Undecided whether or not I want to run a dual/tri monitor setup yet.
5. I still burn CD's and Dvds. Will need a drive that supports both.
6. 8 GB of Ram at least with options to upgrade to 16gb in the future.

To sum It up I want a Rig that can do it all with little to no issues speed wise. I have a budget of around $1000, which is pretty flexible.

I also like pretty things. So I'm not afraid to spend a little more on a nicer case. Am a big fan of the Cooler Master Stryker case, I love the cases with the windows in the side with LEDS.

If anybody would like to help me I would greatly appreciate it. I just want to be apart of the PC master race.



EDIT:

This is build I am going with, unless I find good deals on better components.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/287w2/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($174.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($86.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($58.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($312.99 @ B&H)
Case: Corsair Vengeance C70 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series SP120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 37.9 CFM 120mm Fans ($27.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.00 @ Amazon)
Total: $1268.85
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-26 20:46 EST-0500)

[ragedogg69]

At the very least, pick up a cheap 128 SSD and put your OS and Steam on it.

[Blankey]

Alright you a-holes convinced me, picked up this 250 GB SSD
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E3W1726?pldnSite=1

[Blankey]

Alright one little inquiry, suppose I have accumulated all those parts except the GPU. I do have an old HD7750 on my old PC, I can probably use that as a very temporary fill-in just so I can get everything setup right?

[jd1020]

You don't need a dedicated GPU to set it up. The processor has integrated graphics. But its all the same connectors so if you want to put it in there just to play a couple games then go for it.

[kcxiv]

Something was wrong with my computer playing games, it would lag to hell in back, like the FPS was really low. I had to reformat. I dont know if i or someone picked up a virus or malware or what.

So, now i get to download all the games over again. Fresh installs dont take as long as they used too. Back in the days you would be up all ****ing night reformatting and reinstalling everything.

At least im downloading at 10.5 MB/s now days. lol I think comcast upped my MB to 100.

"edit"

Yep, Comcast upped their bandwidth for free.

[kcxiv]

I didnt realize how much better a game looks when you get a pretty decent gaming monitor.


Tomb Raider looks even better then before. wow

[jd1020]

Originally Posted by Fruit Ninja

I didnt realize how much better a game looks when you get a pretty decent gaming monitor.


Tomb Raider looks even better then before. wow

I'd like to get a 144Hz monitor, but I can't justify paying the $300 for one.

[kcxiv]

Originally Posted by jd1020

I'd like to get a 144Hz monitor, but I can't justify paying the $300 for one.

I got the BenQ 27 inch for 205 bucks on Amazon. Its amazing. I bought it because the Lag input on the monitor is one of the lowest out there today. You need it for Fighting Games. Nothing like pressing a button and waiting for something to happening a half a second later. lol Plus BenQ monitors are used in alot of gaming tournaments. Great affordable monitors.

[jd1020]

Got a link?

I'd be shocked if its a 144hz monitor. I'm betting it's more around 75.

[kcxiv]

http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GW2750HM-...ds=gw2750+benq


Wow price went up. I got it for 205. I paid 225 total with tax.

[Buck]

I just bought a 144hz monitor for $300. It is amazing. I think it's an Asus.

[kcxiv]

Originally Posted by Buck

I just bought a 144hz monitor for $300. It is amazing. I think it's an Asus.

yeah, i didnt get a 144hz, because i play fighting games and i need the lag input as the lowest possible. That was my biggest concern. The monitor i got is beautiful and its very responsive for what i need it for.


http://www.displaylag.com/ is a great site for that. The display lag for the one i got is 11ms. best ones are 10ms, I also wanted a 27 inch as opposed to a 24 inch for 1MS. lol

[Buck]

My monitor is 144hz and 1 ms response time. But it is 24".

[kcxiv]

Originally Posted by Buck

My monitor is 144hz and 1 ms response time. But it is 24".

there is no 1ms for lag input, the best is 9 that i have seen.

http://www.displaylag.com/asus-pb287q-review/


That 4K 650 dollar Asus which says 1MS as well, but when they did the actual test it turns out to be 10.5ms of input lag. They do say its the fastest 4K they have tested though.

[Buck]

This is mine. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824236313