[Build Help] Help me not duck up my first computer build :)
Hi. It's my first time building a computer from scratch, and I just want to make sure I don't fuck it up, so here are some questions/doubts I have:
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For starters, I'd like to be sure the parts I picked are really compatible, and also that they fit into the case i picked. Is the compatibility filter on PCPP reliable enough or do I need to check in some other way?
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Is this build enough to handle games like Skyrim on highest settings, and programs like Premiere and Maya (without overclocking)?
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Is anything I picked an overkill? I'm not really looking to lower cost (wouldn't mind it of course), but also I don't want to pay more for something I don't really need. I want it to run the programs I mentioned smoothly, and also have a bit of a leeway to be able to handle new programs for a couple years.
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Which would be a good CPU cooler (if i need one)? I don't plan on overclocking.
Thanks in advance for your help and any other suggestions you may have.
EDIT: I'm also buying a Seagate 600 240GB SSD, it just wasn't available on PCPP.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i7-3930K 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor | $499.99 @ Microcenter |
| Memory | Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $70.33 @ Amazon |
| Storage | Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $89.98 @ Outlet PC |
| Video Card | Asus GeForce GTX 680 4GB Video Card | $499.99 @ Newegg |
| Case | Corsair 600T White Graphite ATX Mid Tower Case | $139.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | Corsair Enthusiast 650W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply | $59.99 @ Newegg |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer | $16.99 @ Newegg |
| Total | ||
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available. | $1377.26 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-19 20:16 EDT-0400 |
Posted Jul 20, 2013, 12:38 AM UTC
A 780 with an i7 3930k will run anything at 1080p no problem, wont even break a sweat running skyrim. If you plan on NEVER overclocking you dont need the K in the i7(unlocked version i think) Even if you wont overclock a 30 dollar aftermarket cooler wont hurt trust me. also WHAT MOTHERBOARD ARE YOU USING
Jesus what a dumbass, forgot to pick one. My choices are pretty limited because of compatibility, I guess I'd go with the Asus Sabertooth X79 since it seems to have the better ratings/specs, and the price reduction for the other ones isn't really that noticeable. Thank you!
The other option I have is a Intel Core i7-3820 3.6GHz, 4-Core. Would that be a good alternative, seeing as it could save me 200 bucks.EDIT: Nevermind, the price change is neglible, might as well keep the 3930.