Advice and Critique on Gaming build.
Posted: Fri Mar 15, 2013 5:12 am
I feel like it is time to upgrade my current pc, I usually go 3-5 years between building new machines. I have also realized over time that I don't tend to upgrade much at all after I purchase so I want the PC to last well it its current configuration. I do not intend to overclock right away, but I want to keep the possibility if I can keep the noise levels low enough. Below is my current list of parts:
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K, $230
Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V PRO, $200
RAM: G.SKILL Sniper 16 GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866, $100
Video Card: Asus GTX 670 DirectCU II, $400
OS Drive: Samsung 840 Pro 256gb, $240
Storage Drive: WD Red 2TB, $105
Case: Fractal Design Define R4, $100
OS: Win7.
The main two pieces I haven't decided on are CPU cooler and Power supply. There are so many options for these two I am not sure where to start. Especially with the power supply, I am not even sure how big of a PSU I would want. This is the first build that I have done where I am willing to spend extra for a quieter PC. Modular PSU is also a definite plus.
For CPU cooler and I am mainly considered about noise. I would rather have it quiet than have the ability to overclock. Not sure what would be best for this case and setup. Also, should I have additional case fans? Or will the fan that come with the case be sufficient for a system like this?
Also, I would be interested in hearing if there is any reason you think I should change something on my current list.
Thanks!
CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K, $230
Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V PRO, $200
RAM: G.SKILL Sniper 16 GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866, $100
Video Card: Asus GTX 670 DirectCU II, $400
OS Drive: Samsung 840 Pro 256gb, $240
Storage Drive: WD Red 2TB, $105
Case: Fractal Design Define R4, $100
OS: Win7.
The main two pieces I haven't decided on are CPU cooler and Power supply. There are so many options for these two I am not sure where to start. Especially with the power supply, I am not even sure how big of a PSU I would want. This is the first build that I have done where I am willing to spend extra for a quieter PC. Modular PSU is also a definite plus.
For CPU cooler and I am mainly considered about noise. I would rather have it quiet than have the ability to overclock. Not sure what would be best for this case and setup. Also, should I have additional case fans? Or will the fan that come with the case be sufficient for a system like this?
Also, I would be interested in hearing if there is any reason you think I should change something on my current list.
Thanks!