Is this a good build?

Zusy

New Member
Hi everyone, I'm going to build a computer for the first time and need some help :) I'm going to use this computer for normal use, and a lot of gaming. I'm also hoping to get a little more than I need so i don't need to upgrade for a while. But i also want to get the most bang for the buck.

Does this build work? Should i choose other parts instead?

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-X99-UD7 WIFI
Graphics card: ASUS GeForce GTX 980 4GB
Processor: Intel Core i7-5930K
PSU: Cooler Master V650S, 650W

RAM: HyperX Fury DDR3 1600MHz 16GB
SSD: Samsung SSD 840 EVO 250GB BK OEM
HDD: Seagate Desktop HDD 3TB 7200rpm 64MB 3.5" SATA-3

Optical drive: Asus BC-12D2HT/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray 12x SATA Black Retail
OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit

I live in Norway though, so I might not be able to buy other specific parts. But thought i'd ask here for tips anyway, as this is my first build. Really appreciate all help I can get :)
 

tylerjrb

Member
Hi everyone, I'm going to build a computer for the first time and need some help :) I'm going to use this computer for normal use, and a lot of gaming. I'm also hoping to get a little more than I need so i don't need to upgrade for a while. But i also want to get the most bang for the buck.

Does this build work? Should i choose other parts instead?

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-X99-UD7 WIFI
Graphics card: ASUS GeForce GTX 980 4GB
Processor: Intel Core i7-5930K
PSU: Cooler Master V650S, 650W

RAM: HyperX Fury DDR3 1600MHz 16GB
SSD: Samsung SSD 840 EVO 250GB BK OEM
HDD: Seagate Desktop HDD 3TB 7200rpm 64MB 3.5" SATA-3

Optical drive: Asus BC-12D2HT/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray 12x SATA Black Retail
OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit

I live in Norway though, so I might not be able to buy other specific parts. But thought i'd ask here for tips anyway, as this is my first build. Really appreciate all help I can get :)

yes all those parts are compatible, personally depending on what you are using it for you really dont need the processor/board combo. if you are using it for gaming only you could bring the cost down quite a bit with a i5 4690k and similar board and it would still run any game on anything ie 1080p, 2440p.

you could get better speed RAM ie if you can get some DDR4 RAM or 2400mhz DDR3 if you cannot afford.

you could also get a better cooled gpu, ive just purchased a 980 myself and pre-ordered this. http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-258-MS&groupid=701&catid=1914&subcat=1812

twin frozr fans, better cooling and higher clock/turbo speeds. not to mention it looks sweeet.

dont forget a good case and good cpu cooler aswell if your planning to overclock.

Looking like a very nice build though! Will be quite a system.
 
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Zusy

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yes all those parts are compatible, personally depending on what you are using it for you really dont need the processor/board combo. if you are using it for gaming only you could bring the cost down quite a bit with a i5 4690k and similar board and it would still run any game on anything ie 1080p, 2440p.

you could get better speed RAM ie if you can get some DDR4 RAM or 2400mhz DDR3 if you cannot afford.

you could also get a better cooled gpu, ive just purchased a 980 myself and pre-ordered this. http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-258-MS&groupid=701&catid=1914&subcat=1812

twin frozr fans, better cooling and higher clock/turbo speeds. not to mention it looks sweeet.

dont forget a good case and good cpu cooler aswell if your planning to overclock.

Looking like a very nice build though! Will be quite a system.


Thank you for the tips! :) I know an other processor will do the job nicely, but I just don't want to upgrade it until a couple of years :p I was thinking about a Intel Core i7-4790K though, with a ASUS Z97-DELUXE motherboard or something similar - that's a lot cheaper.

That gpu looks sweet! Not much more expensive than the ASUS GTX 980 either. Hmm :)

Thanks for the tips about DDR4, I'll see what i can get for a nice price :) But if i have to choose, should i get DDR4 2133MHz 8GB or DDR3 1600MHz 16GB? I see they are around the same price..
 

Slacker7

Member
As per Gigabyte that board will only support DDR4 so the RAM you list will not work.

I agree with tylerjrb about saving money by going i5 and a similar board. The i5 works very well for gaming rigs.

There are two questions that need to be asked and answered when doing a build and both are essential to each other:

1. What do you want this system to do?

2. What is your budget?
 

Zusy

New Member
As per Gigabyte that board will only support DDR4 so the RAM you list will not work.

I agree with tylerjrb about saving money by going i5 and a similar board. The i5 works very well for gaming rigs.

There are two questions that need to be asked and answered when doing a build and both are essential to each other:

1. What do you want this system to do?

2. What is your budget?

Thank you. Forgot about the RAM, hm.

I want the system to be updated the next couple of years, that's why i'm putting more than enough in it now. I could go much lower on the cost, but i'm throwing in more so that i don't need to upgrade it for a while. Or at least that's the plan :| My budget is around 2850 USD, but i'm buying everything here in Norway.

Oka, so I'm thinking about these parts: (1087 usd)
ASUS Z97-DELUXE (NFC&WLC), Socket-1150
Intel Core i7-4790K
HyperX Fury DDR3 1600MHz 16GB

or these: (1326 usd)
Gigabyte GA-X99-UD7 WIFI, Socket 2011-
Intel Core i7-5930K
Crucial DDR4 2133MHz 8GB

With either ASUS GeForce GTX 980 4GB or MSI GeForce GTX 980 Gaming Edition

Can i go wrong with any of these?
 

Slacker7

Member
That processor is designed for overclocking; it is "unlocked" as the saying goes. If you want to save some money a processor that isn't designed for ocing and yet just as powerful.

I don't think you can go wrong but both those boards offer a TON of options. The question is will you use those options and if not look for a good solid board without all the "bells and whistles." You'll save money without sacrificing quality.

I would also mention that you really don't need 16 gigs of RAM. 8 works quite well for gaming. 16 would be needed if you are using graphics intensive software, graphics rendering, or a lot of video rendering. keep in mind games are GPU intensive so your choices of video cards are very good.

Make sure you get a good power supply because they are the back bone of your system.

* Always keep in mind that there really is no future proofing when it comes to computer hardware. Just take the plunge! :) Also software is always behind hardware. My 2 year old i5-3750, AMD 6950 video card, and 8 gigs of 1600 RAM handles everything I throw at it including games.

* BTW have you considered an SSD for your operating system and a 1TB hard drive for your games? Samsung and Crucial make excellent SSD's and I like the Western Digital Black hard drives.

* Consider Cooler Master's HAF series (High Air Flow) either in the 922 or the 932. Personally the 922 even though it is a mid-tower has a ton of room and is excellent for cable management.
 

Zusy

New Member
That processor is designed for overclocking; it is "unlocked" as the saying goes. If you want to save some money a processor that isn't designed for ocing and yet just as powerful.

I don't think you can go wrong but both those boards offer a TON of options. The question is will you use those options and if not look for a good solid board without all the "bells and whistles." You'll save money without sacrificing quality.

I would also mention that you really don't need 16 gigs of RAM. 8 works quite well for gaming. 16 would be needed if you are using graphics intensive software, graphics rendering, or a lot of video rendering. keep in mind games are GPU intensive so your choices of video cards are very good.

Make sure you get a good power supply because they are the back bone of your system.

* Always keep in mind that there really is no future proofing when it comes to computer hardware. Just take the plunge! :) Also software is always behind hardware. My 2 year old i5-3750, AMD 6950 video card, and 8 gigs of 1600 RAM handles everything I throw at it including games.

* BTW have you considered an SSD for your operating system and a 1TB hard drive for your games? Samsung and Crucial make excellent SSD's and I like the Western Digital Black hard drives.

* Consider Cooler Master's HAF series (High Air Flow) either in the 922 or the 932. Personally the 922 even though it is a mid-tower has a ton of room and is excellent for cable management.

Thank you :) Will look for an other motherboard, i see they have maybe too many options. I doubt i'll ever use it all. As long as it is good quality i'm happy :)

About the RAM i just saw that 16GB wasn't that much more expensive than 8GB, but I guess 8 is more than enough. It's what i have in my current computer and it works good.

I'm really confused about what PSU i should choose, but i've written down Cooler Master V650S, 650W. Is that one alright you think?

I have thought about SSD and HDD and written down Samsung SSD 840 EVO 250GB and Seagate Desktop HDD 3TB.

About cabinets i've looked at CM Storm Scout II Advanced Gaming Sort and Cooler Master HAF 912 Adv. Midi Tower :)
 

Slacker7

Member
I just built a system using the HAF 912. Its the "little brother" in the HAF series. However, I have built systems with the 922 and 932 and the 922 will give you much more room especially with the size of the video cards you are considering. Storm Scout is a great option; you can't go wrong.

* If 16 gigs isn't much more than 8 then go with the 16. Kingston makes great memory as do Crucial, G.Skill, and Corsair. There are others.

* As for power supplies continue to do your research. The Corsair offerings are very good. But other companies make good one's as well. I would suggest nothing less than 650 watts in 80 Plus Gold rating.

* You can't purchase from this place but this is a top, if not the top place in the U.S, to buy computer parts: www.newegg.com You can at least do some research on parts. Keep in mind: Nothing is perfect.
 

tylerjrb

Member
i would get a good corsair PSU something like a RM650 or CS650 to keep the build looking smart.

Depending on what you want the CPU to do i would get a good cooler even if you do not plan to overclock right now. You may want to in the future. A stock intel cooler are not the best and can be really quite noisy especially on a 6 core. You can a cheap cooler that performs much better and is near enough silent.

and yeah if you can get 8gb DDR4 RAM that will really be your best option as it will be quite a bit better performing than standard 1600mhz DDR3.

As for cases, its up to your preference. Dont keep it too tight you want the build to be able to bring in fresh air and exhaust easily and not get too hot inside and you want to make sure it can house the graphics card (length) or it may not fit.

take a look at a corsair 450D or 650D and see what you think, very smart cases. I personally dont like most of the coolermaster cases i find they look too much like the cheap ones you get off ebay for £20, their silencio cases look nice though. They dont let you see inside either :/.
 
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Zusy

New Member
i would get a good corsair PSU something like a RM650 or CS650 to keep the build looking smart.

Depending on what you want the CPU to do i would get a good cooler even if you do not plan to overclock right now. You may want to in the future. A stock intel cooler are not the best and can be really quite noisy especially on a 6 core. You can a cheap cooler that performs much better and is near enough silent.

and yeah if you can get 8gb DDR4 RAM that will really be your best option as it will be quite a bit better performing than standard 1600mhz DDR3.

As for cases, its up to your preference. Dont keep it too tight you want the build to be able to bring in fresh air and exhaust easily and not get too hot inside and you want to make sure it can house the graphics card (length) or it may not fit.

take a look at a corsair 450D or 650D and see what you think, very smart cases. I personally dont like most of the coolermaster cases i find they look too much like the cheap ones you get off ebay for £20, their silencio cases look nice though. They dont let you see inside either :/.

Thank you! Will take a look at CPU coolers right away while i'm at it :)

Going to take a look at more cases also, that's what i'm most unsure about now because i'm not sure what to look for. I don't like huge cases, but too tight isn't good either..

I just built a system using the HAF 912. Its the "little brother" in the HAF series. However, I have built systems with the 922 and 932 and the 922 will give you much more room especially with the size of the video cards you are considering. Storm Scout is a great option; you can't go wrong.

* If 16 gigs isn't much more than 8 then go with the 16. Kingston makes great memory as do Crucial, G.Skill, and Corsair. There are others.

* As for power supplies continue to do your research. The Corsair offerings are very good. But other companies make good one's as well. I would suggest nothing less than 650 watts in 80 Plus Gold rating.

* You can't purchase from this place but this is a top, if not the top place in the U.S, to buy computer parts: www.newegg.com You can at least do some research on parts. Keep in mind: Nothing is perfect.

I found Corsair RM750 750 PSU, that one should be alright? I found that more people liked Corsair better than Cooler Master PSU's, so I think i'm going to go for Corsair.

Thank you so much for the link, i will take a look at it. It looks great for looking at reviews! :)

I started questioning if i should get i5 instead of i7 because of the price, but I think i have made a list of components that looks alright and is a lot cheaper than i thought. I chose a cheaper motherboard and a cheaper processor and then the price wasn't much more than i5 or the 1150 socket boards anyway.


Final list (I think?)
Motherboard: MSI X99S GAMING 7, Socket-2011-3
Graphics card: ASUS GeForce GTX 980 4GB
Processor: Intel Core i7-5820K
PSU: Corsair RM750 750W

RAM: Crucial DDR4 PC17000/2133MHz CL15 8GB
SSD: Samsung SSD 840 EVO 250GB BK OEM
HDD: Barracuda 7200 SATA 6Gbit/s 2TB (Not the 3TB, i think 2TB will be enough to start with)

Optical drive: Asus BC-12D2HT/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray 12x SATA
OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1
Cabinet: CM Storm Scout II Advanced Gaming?

Will this work fine? I guess it's not perfect (like you say), but i hope it's not something very wrong with it. I feel that with this list i get what i need and cost less than i thought it would. Unless there's something i have forgot or something :|
 

Slacker7

Member
That Storm Scout will be a good case to meet your needs. It has a removable HDD cage to allow you to install your video card.

Excellent choice on your power supply. It will give you all you need.

From everything I see it should work. Just make sure that you double check your memory with whatever motherboard you choose. You can go to the manufacture's website of said motherboard and look up their memory compatibility list. Keep in mind that if the memory has an (OC) behind it it means that you can only get those clock speeds when the memory is overclocked.

* One last thing. Newegg is a great place but there are a lot of reviewers who don't know what they are talking about. ;)

Compare the LGA 2011 v3 boards: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...00533616&IsNodeId=1&name=Core i7 (LGA2011-v3)
 

tylerjrb

Member
the corsair 450d is 210mm x 497mm x 494mm

the corsair 650d is 229mm x 521mm x 546mm

the storm scout 2 is 230mm x 513.5mm x 517.5mm

so as you can see there is not a massive difference between sizes, each case will fit everything you require. i like the 450d/650d because of its tidyness and window on the side so i think it looks better, you could also put radiators in there too, but its all about your personal preference.

everything else is looking great, if you want some advice on a good cpu cooler let us know :D

and yeah that PSU will be perfectly fine, any corsair gold standard will be good if your looking to save a little money. There are also other good brands you can pick from too.
 
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spirit

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Staff member
The Storm Scout is OK... not brilliant to be honest. Kind of old and lacking in cable management.

The Corsair cases are awesome, as are NZXT and Fractal Design cases. I don't tend to recommend the cheaper Cooler Masters but the HAF 922/932 are good.
 

Slacker7

Member
I believe he was looking at the Storm Scout 2. They have improved on a number of features including cable management.

The only drawback I see is that if I have read correctly they only supply one case fan. Otherwise it is very solid.
 

Zusy

New Member
Ahh im struggling with deciding to go for 1150 or 2011 socket again :( I know i dont need 2011 for gaming and everyday use, but i kinda want my computer to be up to date for a couple of years. On the other side you can never know. And 2011isnt much more expensive, but i dont know what 2011 motherboard i would buy. There arent that many to choose from..
Any tips about this? :|

That Storm Scout will be a good case to meet your needs. It has a removable HDD cage to allow you to install your video card.

Excellent choice on your power supply. It will give you all you need.

From everything I see it should work. Just make sure that you double check your memory with whatever motherboard you choose. You can go to the manufacture's website of said motherboard and look up their memory compatibility list. Keep in mind that if the memory has an (OC) behind it it means that you can only get those clock speeds when the memory is overclocked.

* One last thing. Newegg is a great place but there are a lot of reviewers who don't know what they are talking about. ;)

Compare the LGA 2011 v3 boards: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...00533616&IsNodeId=1&name=Core i7 (LGA2011-v3)

Didnt know about checking the memory with the motherboard, thanks! Looks like its alright :) and yeah, i guess there are many who doesnt know what they are talking about. I prefer asking on forums etc :p

the corsair 450d is 210mm x 497mm x 494mm

the corsair 650d is 229mm x 521mm x 546mm

the storm scout 2 is 230mm x 513.5mm x 517.5mm

so as you can see there is not a massive difference between sizes, each case will fit everything you require. i like the 450d/650d because of its tidyness and window on the side so i think it looks better, you could also put radiators in there too, but its all about your personal preference.

everything else is looking great, if you want some advice on a good cpu cooler let us know :D

and yeah that PSU will be perfectly fine, any corsair gold standard will be good if your looking to save a little money. There are also other good brands you can pick from too.

Ah nice :) too many nice cases to choose from, its difficult :/

About the cpu cooler, do you think a Cooler Master Hyper TX3 Evo will work until when/if im going to overclok? It is cheap and got many good reviews, do you know anything about it? :)
 

tylerjrb

Member
the Cooler Master Hyper TX3 Evo are pretty good coolers but it doesnt bracket to the 2011 socket it only goes up to 1155. I wouldnt expect much over 4ghz with a similar cooler anyway. It depends on how much you are wanting to pay for a cpu cooler and what type you want i.e air cooled, closed loop water cooler etc and how high you are wanting to overclock. you ideally want around 4.2ghz+ for best performance in gaming.
 

Zusy

New Member
the Cooler Master Hyper TX3 Evo are pretty good coolers but it doesnt bracket to the 2011 socket it only goes up to 1155. I wouldnt expect much over 4ghz with a similar cooler anyway. It depends on how much you are wanting to pay for a cpu cooler and what type you want i.e air cooled, closed loop water cooler etc and how high you are wanting to overclock. you ideally want around 4.2ghz+ for best performance in gaming.

Ahh, thank you, didnt know :eek: hmm, how about Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo? My budget depends on how quickly i buy it, i dont have much budget now.. I dont know if im going to overclock soon though, so i guess i dont have to buy it very soon. I have no clue about cpu coolers, never used it tbh :eek:

How does it work, do i need thermal paste too, or just the cooler?
 
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