This is the first time I will build a PC from scratch, so please, PLEASE be ruthless in pointing out where I made stupid choices (throw in a few insults if necessary ). I have a high budget, but that doesn't mean I don't want value for my money. I am particularly worried about compatibility. I don't want to get all my parts and find out that the CPU cooler is too big or something. Budget: £1500-£1600 Main uses of intended build: Gaming mostly but also work (design, programming & other techy stuff) and study. A lot of things really, hence the higher budget. Parts required: Everything except mouse and speakers. I use a laptop now so reusing parts is pretty tricky Previous build information (list details of parts): Laptop so not really relevant. However, I do have a 23" TV/monitor that I will occasionally use as a second monitor. Monitor resolution: Will get monitor that can run at 1980x1080. Storage requirements: Relatively minimal. An SDD will house the OS and key programs, and one hard drive of about 1TB space. I have most of my media files on external hard drives. will you be overclocking: yes/no (delete as required) Not in the near future. Any motherboard requirements (no. of USB, Xfire/SLI, fan headers): I don't think so. Of all the PC components, motherboards I know the least about (I know stuff has to fit into it properly, and that is about it ) Extra information about desired system: I am building this PC to last. My plan is to build a solid, adaptable PC. It should live for a damn long time with a few upgrades if needed. BUILD PARTS: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/ImperialPenguin/saved/2OmG <-- More detailed than below list. CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Motherboard: Asus GRYPHON Z87 Micro ATX LGA1150 Memory: Kingston Blu Red Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 SSD: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" SSD Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Case: Corsair Vengeance C70 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) Monitor: LG IPS234V-PN.AEK 23.4" Monitor Keyboard: Gigabyte Force K3 Wired Gaming Keyboard CPU cooler is a mystery for me, so I assume the one I picked is not quality. Case is also something I am not confident with. GPU and CPU must be badass. Optical drive is more or less meaningless to me.
Im in a hurry but the thing that sticks out like a sore thumb is the size of that SSD Drive. Get a minimum 250GB. That allows windows and some games and your programs, with 128 you'll be struggling!
Oh I was certain 128 would be enough for the OS . Very well, I'll look into larger SSD drives. Thanks!
cpu cooler and case are fine for the task at hand. you can pick any dvd writer at random they are all pretty much identical performance wise. 256gb ssd would be a minimum on such a budget. (http://www.scan.co.uk/products/240g...ernal-ssd-slim-7mm-500mb-s-read-250mb-s-write) Theres also cheaper 780s than the one you have picked you could easily save £50 just by getting the same card just not pre overclocked as much. ( http://www.scan.co.uk/products/3gb-...hz-gddr5-gpu-889mhz-cores-2304-dport-dvi-hdmi) Offers same performance better cooler costs alot less. Similar story with motherboard unless you must go micro atx you can get full atx boards for 20-30 less ( http://www.scan.co.uk/products/asus...raid-pcie-30-(x16)-d-sub-(vga)-dvi-d-hdmi-atx) try to buy everything from one place would save a fortune on delivery.
Okay, awesome. I'll edit my build based on what you said. I have though of looking for a place to buy everything from. I am hoping to either get everything from scan, or maybe scan + 1 other company if need be. Thanks for the advise, I really appreciate it!
Maybe consider downgrading that GPU also, at 1080p for almost half the price a 7970 such as this: http://www.scan.co.uk/products/3gb-...ion-5500mhz-gddr5-28nm-gpu-1000mhz-2048-cores would be more than enough for your gaming needs. Giving you more leg room with things like the SSD etc.
A 780 for 1080p seems like crazy overkill, Why build a great gaming PC and squint at a tiny monitor? Once you go with a higher resolution you'll wonder how you ever managed at 1080..
OK I see. I will edit the build with the GPU you recommended. Then upgrade the SSD to 256gb. Thanks for the help, man!
