The build is for gaming, this is is what I have so far.
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/oN2B1.png[/IMG]
I'd appreciate a few suggestions if I've picked a few bad items.
Thanks
Bit baffled as to why you've picked a full tower case, and only a Micro ATX MoBo. I'd have thought if you were going to pick a case that large, you'd get an ATX MoBo at least. There's the Maximus V formula if you want to go for the RoG line of motherboards. [url]http://www.dabs.com/products/asrock-z77-professional-s1155-intel-z77-ddr3-atx-80XN.html?refs=4294943314&src=3[/url] there's this which is the Fatality series of ASRock MoBos. Also, because i'm just one for aesthetics, I'd go for red Ram if you pick a MoBo with red accenting. Everything else looks good so far.
Change the 1000w to a 650w and get a i5-3570k instead
Ok so i've switched to the i5-3570K
[url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CP-404-IN[/url]
And this motherboard
[url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-034-EA[/url]
No no, get a z77 motherboard.
And I really would suggest getting a smaller, cheaper case. That thing is needlessly gigantic. Still get a full tower if that's what you want, but get something cheaper, and put the money you save towards the components inside.
Edit: You can get an 800D for £60 less [url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/corsair-obsidian-series-800d-black-full-tower-case-with-side-window-3-x-140mm-fans-w-o-psu[/url]
If you want 50 reasons why the Cosmos II isn't worth it, send a PM to Brt5470. He has one and he regrets getting it now.
Ok so I've changed to the 800D, and this Z77 motherboard [url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-388-GI[/url]
Lovely case, and a very nice motherboard. It's shaping up to be a nice build
Thanks alot for your help, I didn't even notice it was a Micro ATX until you pointed it out.
Any good monitor suggestions?
[QUOTE=Grimes;36858151]Thanks alot for your help, I didn't even notice it was a Micro ATX until you pointed it out.
Any good monitor suggestions?[/QUOTE]
Highly recommend this: Samsung T24A350; It's a really good multifunction monitor
But if you're only interested in gaming, then an Acer GD235HZbid
[QUOTE=Evilan;36861412]But if you're only interested in gaming, then an Acer GD235HZbid[/QUOTE]
I do like that Acer, Im thinking either that or one of these two
Samsung 27", Its quite expensive but it has some good reviews.
[url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-165-SA[/url]
Iiyama Prolite 27", Its cheaper than the Samsung but still up there, but I dont know much about the maker.
[url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-086-IY[/url]
Ok so I have my final list [url]http://i.imgur.com/eECOi.png[/url]
Can someone take a look and make sure It's all good? Thanks
[QUOTE=Grimes;36867722]Iiyama Prolite 27", Its cheaper than the Samsung but still up there, but I dont know much about the maker.
[url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-086-IY[/url][/QUOTE]
They are a rare brand, but they are aimed at gamers for the most part. I have heard that there are some color issues with the factory settings with a lot of their products though. A simple fix really, just have to mess with it a little before playing to get the color scheme your looking for.
[QUOTE=Grimes;36872908]Ok so I have my final list [URL]http://i.imgur.com/eECOi.png[/URL]
Can someone take a look and make sure It's all good? Thanks[/QUOTE]
That 1000w is still far too much, even two 670s would only use around 600w
Alright, I've changed to a fully modular 850w. Im not sure what i plan to upgrade in the future so im sticking with an 850. [url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-052-OC[/url]
I also changed to this GPU [url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-095-GI[/url]
I would worry about the high profile memory not fitting with the 612S CPU cooler, which I really think it won't. Get either low profile memory or another CPU cooler like the Hyper 212.
Shit, didnt think about that, this is becoming such a pain in the ass. I've switched to the 212.
I think it might be ready to buy.
Edit: Are these any good? [url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-002-IN[/url]
[QUOTE=Grimes;36892156]Shit, didnt think about that, this is becoming such a pain in the ass. I've switched to the 212.
I think it might be ready to buy.
Edit: Are these any good? [url]http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-002-IN[/url][/QUOTE]
Not really.
[url]http://www.extremetech.com/computing/107147-intels-liquid-cpu-cooler-is-water-worth-the-cost/2[/url]
You'd be better off with a comparative air cooler or another water cooler from a brand like Corsair or Antec.
Antec closed loop coolers are shite.
The cooler is fine, and it's made by asetek. Who do you think makes the corsair coolers? Asetek.
[url]http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/2012/02/08/intel-thermal-solution-rts2011lc-review/2[/url]
It's on par with radiators with two fans, so I would say it's doing a good job. Again, there is nothing wrong with these coolers. They run quiet, keep things cool, and are low profile for small areas.
Additionally, the 800D sucks for airflow, so a water cooling cpu kit wouldn't be a bad idea. I would get the h100 since you have a lot of space in that case.
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