DoubleYou Posted February 9, 2015 Posted February 9, 2015 But it appears that the future is lower voltage...
Vexzarium Posted February 9, 2015 Author Posted February 9, 2015 (edited) But it appears that the future is lower voltage...I can see this as a very valid point. Edited February 9, 2015 by Vexzarium
Vexzarium Posted February 9, 2015 Author Posted February 9, 2015 (edited) "Uthgerd" Is alive and kicking, at least her concept is. I believe I've finally completed this build and it looks like this PC will have no issues with just about anything you can throw at in the near future on my 1920x1080 27" Asus monitor. I didn't go insane on the components, but I feel that I did not skimp on any part either. Updating OP now. Edit: OP Updated. Edited February 10, 2015 by Vexzarium
DoubleYou Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 If you haven't got your SSD yet, you might grab the Samsung 850 Evo 250 GB for $80 AR AC at Tigerdirect. Link to get $10 off $100
Vexzarium Posted February 12, 2015 Author Posted February 12, 2015 (edited) Wow, nice find for the 850. I've not started buying yet, still making a few tweaks here and there. I've been updating the OP with each change in-case anyone out there happened to take a peak ;) I'm likely to start buying some time in the next 12 hours. Since I have to purchase from multiple retailers it might take me awhile to sort everything out. I'm very satisfied with my current component line-up. The only thing is the GPU, not sure if I need the more expensive R9 290X like I've selected or if a more base model would perform the same. Edited February 12, 2015 by Vexzarium
Vexzarium Posted February 12, 2015 Author Posted February 12, 2015 The time has come to buy, and to choose. I've narrowed it down to two builds that slightly differ, mostly in CPU. https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Vexzarium/saved/
DoubleYou Posted February 12, 2015 Posted February 12, 2015 Definitely get the Intel:https://cpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-Core-i5-4690K-vs-AMD-FX-8350/2432vs1489
Vexzarium Posted February 12, 2015 Author Posted February 12, 2015 (edited) Definitely get the Intel:https://cpu.userbenchmark.com/Compare/Intel-Core-i5-4690K-vs-AMD-FX-8350/2432vs1489Thank you very much, also thanks for the SSD recommendation. I'm proud to say that after many hours stalking the internet, I have finally finalized the build: Meet "Uthgerd" Grand Total: $1189.01 (U.S.D.) Thank You to all that had a say and input along the way. Edit: Had to make a few changes right before ordering. Updated the link above. This should be a beautiful system. Edited February 12, 2015 by Vexzarium
DoubleYou Posted February 12, 2015 Posted February 12, 2015 For $46.98 AR AC upgrade your Bluray reader to a Bluray burner. But then, you might never need to burn a bluray... ASUS Black 12X BD-R 4MB Cache SATA Blu-ray Burner promo code EMCANKA83 (probably have to be on newsletter to apply promo code)
Vexzarium Posted February 12, 2015 Author Posted February 12, 2015 (edited) Too late, already purchased everything. I opted for no disk drive as seen in the current Parts List link above... where everything is all marked "Purchased" now. It was an odd feeling, a good one, hitting that "Order" button for my own PC components for the first time. Edited February 12, 2015 by Vexzarium
Vexzarium Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 (edited) My Newegg order has arrived. I still have to wait for the Case, the CPU, the SSD, and the extra Case Fans from Amazon. :( Links to photo's added to the OP. Edited February 14, 2015 by Vexzarium
PioneerRaptor Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 I remember my first build. It was glorious. However, before you get the rest of your parts and get started, set some time aside to do your first build. Also, be very patient, building a computer is pretty easy but your first time it can take a little bit. Definitely if you take the time to learn cord management. Don't expect to be gaming for a few hours as you need time after the build to update everything, install drivers, etc.
Vexzarium Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 (edited) Thank you for the tip. I expected as much, and am unbelievably excited for the rest of my components to arrive. Cord management is my thing anyway, I've got massive OCD when it comes to cords. I'm never without a supply of black zip ties, put it that way. And my current system has all the wires from the desktop going down to the pc, router, and DirecTV box, all in one neat, zip tied strip. ;) I am a bit nervous about not adding an optical drive into this build and hope that I do not need it to get the initial drivers installed. In other words, I hope I can even get to Windows and start downloading the needed drivers... Edit: just got all the driver downloaded ahead of time and placed on another HDD so I'll have them with no need for disks. See, my issue is this, I'm having a hard time figuring out what to do with myself until the rest of my parts get here and that beautiful GPU is sitting behind me calling my name in erotic whispers... I'll keep the OP updated with photos along the way. Edited February 17, 2015 by Vexzarium
Vexzarium Posted February 17, 2015 Author Posted February 17, 2015 (edited) Had to change up the build a bit, had a discrepancy with one of the online retailers and had to reject a package. Went to a (semi) local retailer to get what I needed to complete it. See Below. Edited February 17, 2015 by Vexzarium
Vexzarium Posted February 17, 2015 Author Posted February 17, 2015 (edited) Uthgerd is complete! Had to make a few changes(see above) and intend to add one more 140mm fan to the top but for now, she's ALIVE! I'm using... err... her right now. ;) Build is 100% completed with benchmarks and photos updated. Uthgerd Edited February 21, 2015 by Vexzarium
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