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This is my first contemplated build and I'd like a review of the quality/compatibility of my parts, and any money saving/performance enhancing suggestions. Keep in mind my budget is $1,000 and I am at $954.00, and I am also expecting this to be a gaming computer for mid to high graphics.

All parts are as they appear in Amazon.com!


CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K Quad-Core Desktop Processor (3.5 GHz, 8 MB Cache, Intel HD graphics, BX80646I74770K)

Motherboard: ASUS ATX DDR3 2600 LGA 1150 Motherboards Z97-K/CSM

Heat Sink: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO - CPU Cooler with 120mm PWM Fan (RR-212E-20PK-R2)

Graphics Card: EVGA GeForce GT 740 Superclocked Single Slot 4GB DDR3 Graphics Cards 04G-P4-2744-KR

RAM: Kingston HyperX FURY 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 1866MHz DDR3 CL10 DIMM - Blue (HX318C10FK2/8)

HDD: WD Blue Desktop Hard Drive 1TB, 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/sec

Case: Corsair Obsidian Series 750D Performance Full Tower Case CC-9011035-WW

*PSU: EVGA 500W 80PLUS Certified ATX12V/EPS12V Power Supply 100-W1-0500-KR

MISCELLANEOUS
OS: Windows 7 Premium
Thermal Glue: Cooler Master High Performance Thermal Paste - (HTK-002-U1)

*Mega unsure whether or not this would be the correct wattage I need, so I'm especially open to any suggestions.

Thank you guys for taking a look! I do ask for professional feedback, as well a teaching perspective, as this is my first build. I'm excited to see your responses!
 
I'd recommend this list.

The i5-4690K is a really nice processor and you don't necessarily need what the i7 has for gaming.

Graphics card is swapped to a R9 280X. It'll play games on ultra but if you want to step down the 270X is still nice.

Also, you'll want a nicer case and the Fractal Design R5 does that. It's customizable for keeping cool, quiet or a mixture of both.

Corsair CX600M PSU: It's dependable.

The cooler and thermal paste were removed because only if you're overclocking do you really need them, or the thermal paste at least. You can always get the Hyper 212 Evo as it'll be quieter then stock.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 KILLER ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($106.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($65.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280X 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($229.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 w/Window (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($114.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($47.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $926.51
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-02 22:46 EST-0500
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I definitely appreciate the processor suggestion, I am thinking of the future, almost hexacore-processor-future, but I had to compromise of course because I couldn't find a wide variety. I will most certainly take a look at the i5, I'm wondering what the advantages are to the i7, now I'm thinking not much.

On note of the case: The case is a bit basic BUT the interior design is what I craved in the Corsair 750d and sadly had to compromise for the 600d. I will definitely switch for the Fractal R5. One question, I'm trying to find the R5 on amazon for the sake of convenience in shipping, but all I'm getting are mid-towers. Will this be compatible with the ATX mobo listed?

Edit: GPU switched, looks much more powerful and also looks nice ;)

Thank you again for the feedback!
C4C said:
I'd recommend this list.

The i5-4690K is a really nice processor and you don't necessarily need what the i7 has for gaming.

Graphics card is swapped to a R9 280X. It'll play games on ultra but if you want to step down the 270X is still nice.

Also, you'll want a nicer case and the Fractal Design R5 does that. It's customizable for keeping cool, quiet or a mixture of both.

Corsair CX600M PSU: It's dependable.

The cooler and thermal paste were removed because only if you're overclocking do you really need them, or the thermal paste at least. You can always get the Hyper 212 Evo as it'll be quieter then stock.
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ninjabubbles3 said:
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/VXgXWZ

You can swap the case to one you like if you want

Edit: Just saw C4cs build, his is also really good
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^ The GTX 960 is less powerful then the 280X. For streaming, gaming, and playing music more then 8GB is recommended. :P

FirstBuild said:
On note of the case: The case is a bit basic BUT the interior design is what I craved in the Corsair 750d and sadly had to compromise for the 600d. I will definitely switch for the Fractal R5. One question, I'm trying to find the R5 on amazon for the sake of convenience in shipping, but all I'm getting are mid-towers. Will this be compatible with the ATX mobo listed?
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Yes this is it. Note R5 in the model number :) http://www.amazon.com/Fractal-Tower...=1422937723&sr=8-1&keywords=fractal+design+R5
 
One more question

So is it recommended I get the Hyper 212? Or stay with the provided cpu cooler?


EDIT: NEVERMIND I UNDERSTAND! Hahaha
 
I'm most certainly all about quietness. I absolutely hate roaring, it's the worst sound ever and it's definitely not discreet when I'm up at 3 AM you feel me?
 
Hey man, the names catchy. Somehow it makes me feel not like a newbie! Can you link me a comparable mobo mounted cooler? I know that the evo is mounted directly to the cpu, and that bothers me a little bit.
 
FirstBuild said:
Hey man, the names catchy. Somehow it makes me feel not like a newbie! Can you link me a comparable mobo mounted cooler? I know that the evo is mounted directly to the cpu, and that bothers me a little bit.
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All CPU coolers mount to the CPU as far as I know. They transfer heat through the heat sink.

Here's one that's comparable. http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i...=Cat-Fans-PC-Cooling_1-_-Pillars-_-Freezer7_5

Nothing to be afraid of. There's always brackets on your motherboard.
 
The other option would be a AIO Liquid Cooler. However, they are much more expensive, but they are also able to provide more cooling power.

Companies like Corsair, NZXT, Antec, and Cooler Master make good coolers
 
I don't believe that I will be overclocking until I'm well studied in the matter, so I don't believe I will find a need for liquid cooling. But down the road it is a foreseeable transaction! Thank you!
 
FirstBuild said:
Hey man, the names catchy. Somehow it makes me feel not like a newbie! Can you link me a comparable mobo mounted cooler? I know that the evo is mounted directly to the cpu, and that bothers me a little bit.
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That doesn't make any sense. All CPU coolers are attached to the motherboard. They have to actually be in contact with the CPU for them to work though. The 212 Evo is considered the staple recommendation for a quality air cooler at a good price. I have one (well similar older version) and it's great. I wouldn't worry about overclocking. You can still get a moderate overclock on air cooling.
 
Darren said:
That doesn't make any sense. All CPU coolers are attached to the motherboard. They have to actually be in contact with the CPU for them to work though. The 212 Evo is considered the staple recommendation for a quality air cooler at a good price. I have one (well similar older version) and it's great. I wouldn't worry about overclocking. You can still get a moderate overclock on air cooling.
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I was just going off a tutorial from newegg. That's how I became under the assumption that it was mounted via cpu WHICH MADE NO SENSE because of how delicate the cpu is. But I'm looking forward to this build, learning a little bit more. I already know a little bit, enough to get through this build with ease, but watching and reading is a whole different beast than doing.
 
FirstBuild said:
I was just going off a tutorial from newegg. That's how I became under the assumption that it was mounted via cpu WHICH MADE NO SENSE because of how delicate the cpu is. But I'm looking forward to this build, learning a little bit more. I already know a little bit, enough to get through this build with ease, but watching and reading is a whole different beast than doing.
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Check out the guide in my signature below.
 
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