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Old 11-24-2013, 01:27 PM  
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Help building my first gaming rig
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.



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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.)
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Old 04-16-2014, 01:09 PM   #376
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I'm rockin' a 650TI and i love the thing.

My build was cheap as ****, I scored a donor computer with a Sandy Bridge I5 in it and a fresh W7 install for $200. I used the Chip, Mobo, HD and Optical Drive out of it. Just bought a case, card, Ram and 600w PSU, now i get 80 FPS on Ultra playing WoW in 25m Raid groups. BAAAM

I haven't really tried it on any other games yet. Well, aside from D3, but does that even count?
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Old 04-16-2014, 01:12 PM   #377
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I stuffed it all into this bad boy.

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such a slick Mid-tower. And I avoided all the pretty lights and shit too. My objective was to be stealthy and quiet.
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Old 04-16-2014, 01:23 PM   #378
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So is that NO forever or will they do it once the RMA is done.

Cause if they won't do it after the RMA process I would call and ask to speak with a supervisor.
You get 90 days to upgrade and today is my last day.


Meh, I am going to sell this machine to my brother in 6 months and build one like I should have in the first place.

Even though I built this computer at an unbeatable price, the limitations of the Dell case and motherboard became apparent rather quickly.

Listen to hometeam, Ute, JD, and htismaqe. That is all.
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Old 04-16-2014, 03:01 PM   #379
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You get 90 days to upgrade and today is my last day.


Meh, I am going to sell this machine to my brother in 6 months and build one like I should have in the first place.

Even though I built this computer at an unbeatable price, the limitations of the Dell case and motherboard became apparent rather quickly.

Listen to hometeam, Ute, JD, and htismaqe. That is all.
I bet you can get them to honor the step up since you where delayed due to the RMA, call and just demand to talk to someone that has the power to make it so.

EVGA is known for stellar customer service. My bet is it wont take much prodding at all to get them to look at it from your angle.
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Old 04-16-2014, 03:18 PM   #380
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I bet you can get them to honor the step up since you where delayed due to the RMA, call and just demand to talk to someone that has the power to make it so.

EVGA is known for stellar customer service. My bet is it wont take much prodding at all to get them to look at it from your angle.
This.
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Old 04-24-2014, 01:38 PM   #381
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Anybody want to help me build a desktop that can:

1. Play games
2. Able to edit images without lag
3. Able to have dual monitors
4. Be my home network
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Old 04-24-2014, 01:40 PM   #382
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Anybody want to help me build a desktop that can:

1. Play games
2. Able to edit images without lag
3. Able to have dual monitors
4. Be my home network
First thin you need to do is put out a price point. It can vary big time. Im looking into building me a new one. Started with a video card today. Ill build a new one soonish! It also helps on the price if you have certain computer parts already.
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Old 04-24-2014, 01:44 PM   #383
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Old 04-24-2014, 01:52 PM   #384
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Are you including monitors in your budget or do you already have them?

When you say edit images do you mean via Photoshop? Photoshop makes great use of hyperthreading so a powerful processor scales directly with it.
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Are you including monitors in your budget or do you already have them?

When you say edit images do you mean via Photoshop? Photoshop makes great use of hyperthreading so a powerful processor scales directly with it.
I've already got the monitors....so the money can go strictly to the PC build.

Yeah....strictly using the Adobe Creative Suite.
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Old 04-24-2014, 08:24 PM   #386
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Should be pretty easy. Are you going to overclock? If not you can save a few bucks on proc/mobo etc
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Old 04-24-2014, 08:48 PM   #387
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CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($284.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z75 Pro3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($119.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Toshiba 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($239.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake VL80001W2Z ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($37.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1011.91
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-24 22:48 EDT-0400)


Throw out the SSD and your under 1k. Powerful system that I m in love with already. You could also knock the DDR down to 1600 speed and save a few bucks. But 1866 is starting to be the standard. Nice nice build with hyperthreading for next-gen PC (not console LOL) games, Adobe, and any video encoding you might do, like using shadowplay on your 760.

If you need a windows license you can get 7 or 8 right now for about 15 bucks on www.reddit.com/r/softwareswap
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If you have a Microcenter nearby check their CPU/MB combos.
They currently have the 4th gen 4770K for $250 plus $30-$40 off the MB.
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If you have a Microcenter nearby check their CPU/MB combos.
They currently have the 4th gen 4770K for $250 plus $30-$40 off the MB.
This too. Will be an even better value.
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CPU: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($284.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z75 Pro3 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V1.0 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($129.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($119.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Toshiba 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($239.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake VL80001W2Z ATX Mid Tower Case ($24.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($37.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1011.91
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-24 22:48 EDT-0400)


Throw out the SSD and your under 1k. Powerful system that I m in love with already. You could also knock the DDR down to 1600 speed and save a few bucks. But 1866 is starting to be the standard. Nice nice build with hyperthreading for next-gen PC (not console LOL) games, Adobe, and any video encoding you might do, like using shadowplay on your 760.

If you need a windows license you can get 7 or 8 right now for about 15 bucks on www.reddit.com/r/softwareswap
Damn....thanks man. Is it a big deal that the MB has spots for USB3 but the case doesn't?

No over clocking BTW
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