Requesting custom PC build assistance

[BlkCamel]

Originally Posted by Thulack [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Honestly with the way you sound like you want to use your PC it doesnt matter what you choose it will be 10x more then you need.

[You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.] I have to agree here. Although I would still recommend AMD processor, then use money for a Dual monitor setup.

[Thulack]

Personally i bought a amd x3 chip that i could unlock 4th core on so got a quadcore 3.2ghz for 40 bucks. ive used a GT 620 and HD4870 in the last year both worked fine but failed after awhile(older cards to begin with) upgraded to a 7790 over blackfriday but havent installed it yet. Never had a need for more then 8gb of ram so thats what i go with.

[Nads]

Alright these are the two builds I have come up with based on all of the feedback I have received from various sources. As always, critiques are welcome and encouraged,

Intel Build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87-HD3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.35 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($339.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($13.70 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($46.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($52.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1042.91
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-07 14:19 EST-0500)

AMD Build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($129.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus M5A99X EVO R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($114.97 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX 3K 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.35 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($339.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N10 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($13.70 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Antec Three Hundred Two ATX Mid Tower Case ($46.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 750W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $964.90
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-12-07 14:20 EST-0500)

[Rararboker]

I'd personally go with the Intel option and change the case to a HAF-922 + extra fans&filters.

[Nads]

Also, for $10 more I can go from a 2g to a 4g Gigabyte GTX 770. Overkill, or better in the long run?

[Thulack]

Originally Posted by Nads [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Also, for $10 more I can go from a 2g to a 4g Gigabyte GTX 770. Overkill, or better in the long run?

your already spending a G on a new PC. 10 dollars really matter that much you to at this point?

[Nads]

Originally Posted by Thulack [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

your already spending a G on a new PC. 10 dollars really matter that much you to at this point?

Yeah it does actually. ~$1k or not, I'm going to try and trim as much off as possible, just like any rational person would.

[Thulack]

Originally Posted by Nads [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Yeah it does actually. ~$1k or not, I'm going to try and trim as much off as possible, just like any rational person would.

No offense man but your already spending 1k on a pc that your gonna use like 30% of the power of. If you never have plans of doing graphic arts, video editting, streaming or any of the other thigns you mentioned you dont need half the power your pushing out.

[Thulack]

The "great build" on the logical increments site bob posted would be good enough for what you want to do. mind you still cheaper then that since you get all those pieces for cheaper atm. Building for the future is kind of a joke when it comes to PC's caues your spending that 300 dollars now for item to last you 2-3 years when a year that item will be 1/2 the price it is now.

[Nads]

Good points. I'm not buying anything till at least the end of the month, so a lot could change before then. Appreciate the insight.