[MEGATHREAD] Personal Computer - Updated builds thanks to Logical Increments

[Titanium Man]

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ew thats gross

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[devildogelite]

is that a good thing or a bad thing

If it works for you cool. I just wouldn't be able to look up at the tv like that. My neck would be killing me. I prefer having my 3 monitors on my XFX monitor stand , but to each their own I suppose.

[Pacha-]

you bought a 670 when the 770 was recently released
you serious

i bought a 670 because it's $100 cheaper and $300 is really all i had :L

[|Shadow]

ew thats gross

If it works for you cool. I just wouldn't be able to look up at the tv like that. My neck would be killing me. I prefer having my 3 monitors on my XFX monitor stand , but to each their own I suppose.

I only really use it for watching stuff on tbh, works pretty good with a reclining chair imo

[Randomness]

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($279.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT HAVIK 140 90.3 CFM  CPU Cooler  ($59.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H ATX  LGA1150 Motherboard  ($134.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($70.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card  ($403.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($105.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Be Quiet Dark Power Pro 10 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply  ($199.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer  ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer  ($49.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1450.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-04 12:21 EDT-0400)


Is there anything wrong with this build?

Im mostly concerned with the R4's retention of heat by stuff like the CPU Cooler, since the top dual 120/140mm fans are padded instead of used, also I originally wanted the Dark Rock 2 CPU Cooler but sources said that was LOUDER (so much for be quiet...) than the NZXT Havik 140.


ADDENDUM: I have since changed the DVD Drive out for a better one that is Blu-Ray capable.

[MackTheHunter]

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($279.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT HAVIK 140 90.3 CFM  CPU Cooler  ($59.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H ATX  LGA1150 Motherboard  ($134.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($70.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card  ($403.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($105.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Be Quiet Dark Power Pro 10 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply  ($199.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer  ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1450.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-04 12:21 EDT-0400)


Is there anything wrong with this build?

Im mostly concerned with the R4's retention of heat by stuff like the CPU Cooler, since the top dual 120/140mm fans are padded instead of used, also I originally wanted the Dark Rock 2 CPU Cooler but sources said that was LOUDER (so much for be quiet...) than the NZXT Havik 140.

NZXT Havik is a bad time, it's not very powerful for cooling. A good cooler for that kind of a build is either a Corsair H100i or a Noctua NH-D14/Phanteks PH-TC14PE. Or do a custom watercooled rig. :D

[devildogelite]

NZXT Havik is a bad time, it's not very powerful for cooling. A good cooler for that kind of a build is either a Corsair H100i or a Noctua NH-D14/Phanteks PH-TC14PE. Or do a custom watercooled rig. :D

I would go Phantek. When I bought my NH-D14 I read that it was best. But then the Phanteks turned out to be about the same, I should of got one of them since they look so much better than Noctua even if it had was slightly worse. I don't even overclock hard enough for it to matter.

[Titanium Man]

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($279.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: NZXT HAVIK 140 90.3 CFM  CPU Cooler  ($59.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H ATX  LGA1150 Motherboard  ($134.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($70.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk  ($89.99 @ Microcenter)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card  ($403.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($105.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Be Quiet Dark Power Pro 10 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply  ($199.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NS95 DVD/CD Writer  ($17.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG UH12NS29 Blu-Ray Reader, DVD/CD Writer  ($49.98 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $1450.87
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-07-04 12:21 EDT-0400)


Is there anything wrong with this build?

Im mostly concerned with the R4's retention of heat by stuff like the CPU Cooler, since the top dual 120/140mm fans are padded instead of used, also I originally wanted the Dark Rock 2 CPU Cooler but sources said that was LOUDER (so much for be quiet...) than the NZXT Havik 140.


ADDENDUM: I have since changed the DVD Drive out for a better one that is Blu-Ray capable.

2 things i would recommend
first of all
jesus loving christ that psu is so overpriced, i got my xfx signature 650 w psu for 60 bucks and its considered really great
200 is just too much unless its made out of diamonds

and 2
i would recommend a caviar black instead of that barracuda
if it was me, i would actually get a single 2 tb caviar black harddrive instead of ssd for windows and hdd for everything else, it would eradicate some problems later on

[NalNalas]

NZXT Havik is a bad time, it's not very powerful for cooling. A good cooler for that kind of a build is either a Corsair H100i or a Noctua NH-D14/Phanteks PH-TC14PE. Or do a custom watercooled rig. :D

I like the cooler master hyper 212 evo better, better price and its really good

[Randomness]

NZXT Havik is a bad time, it's not very powerful for cooling. A good cooler for that kind of a build is either a Corsair H100i or a Noctua NH-D14/Phanteks PH-TC14PE. Or do a custom watercooled rig. :D

I wanted quietness overall, but I look to not overheat the CPU especially in an R4 that puts more emphasis on soundproofing their vents.

Actually, I was considering the H100i at one point but I am mainly concerned with two questions regarding that:

1] Is it quieter than contemporary CPU Coolers that cool just as good (ie I guess Dark Rock 2 CPU Cooler by Be Quiet! or what you said above) and,
2] May sound like a silly question, but can the sound proof padding stay on above the radiator? I'd presume not but the fans for the front of the case have padding, but those are intakes.

[Randomness]

2 things i would recommend
first of all
jesus loving christ that psu is so overpriced, i got my xfx signature 650 w psu for 60 bucks and its considered really great
200 is just too much unless its made out of diamonds

and 2
i would recommend a caviar black instead of that barracuda
if it was me, i would actually get a single 2 tb caviar black harddrive instead of ssd for windows and hdd for everything else, it would eradicate some problems later on

I am aiming for quietness above all else. If you know of any PSUs that are sleek and silent and have verified dB ratings less than be Quiet!'s ones then do tell.

Oh forget, I double posted, oh well.

[Titanium Man]

I am aiming for quietness above all else. If you know of any PSUs that are sleek and silent and have verified dB ratings less than be Quiet!'s ones then do tell.

Oh forget, I double posted, oh well.

oh ok, i dont really notice any noise because i sit in headphones and i dont care for modular
i guess it makes sense now

[devildogelite]

I wanted quietness overall, but I look to not overheat the CPU especially in an R4 that puts more emphasis on soundproofing their vents.

Actually, I was considering the H100i at one point but I am mainly concerned with two questions regarding that:

1] Is it quieter than contemporary CPU Coolers that cool just as good (ie I guess Dark Rock 2 CPU Cooler by Be Quiet! or what you said above) and,
2] May sound like a silly question, but can the sound proof padding stay on above the radiator? I'd presume not but the fans for the front of the case have padding, but those are intakes.

1: I have a noctua NH-D14 and it's not loud at all. It runs some big fans, they're not even optimized for sound. I also don't have any sound proofing, but really if you're gonna go aftermarket and want quiet by some sound optimized fans. But  I really don't notice any sound.

2: Leaving the sound proofing on would be a bad idea.

[Randomness]

1: I have a noctua NH-D14 and it's not loud at all. It runs some big fans, they're not even optimized for sound. I also don't have any sound proofing, but really if you're gonna go aftermarket and want quiet by some sound optimized fans. But  I really don't notice any sound.

2: Leaving the sound proofing on would be a bad idea.

I don't mean to burst your bubble, but Im looking for dB numbers, not an opinion such as "its not loud at all", because someones ears could be more sensitive. I just want to make sure that the Noctura is more statistically quieter and is a verifiable fact on average.

Im stuck choosing between the Noctura and the H100i. Which one is quieter, and if one isn't quieter, is it still preferable to get that instead?

Probably going to choose Dark Rock 2 cooler instead. Found dB ratings on it and its quieter than the Noctua.

[devildogelite]

I don't mean to burst your bubble, but Im looking for dB numbers, not an opinion such as "its not loud at all", because someones ears could be more sensitive. I just want to make sure that the Noctura is more statistically quieter and is a verifiable fact on average.

Im stuck choosing between the Noctura and the H100i. Which one is quieter, and if one isn't quieter, is it still preferable to get that instead?

How are you bursting my bubble? If you're going for a Noctua just go Phantek. Same performance, I think it's about the same price, but they look so much cooler. I would recommend the phantek or noctua over the h100i. If you want dB numbers go look them up, it should be one of the things included with product info.

I never really got the craze with building quiet computers, even a "loud" one isn't that loud. The H80 I had was obnoxiously loud though. But if you want to build a quiet computer, go right ahead.