Thoughts on this build?

[rpeters83]

http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=18405249

I've only built one PC before and it was several years ago. For this, I plan on an SSD later, and I already have a 630w corsair PSU.

My question is, are there any incompatibility with these parts?

Also, are the headers for things such as power/reset pretty standard? Meaning, would the power/reset cables plug directly into the MBO or do I need some sort of converter? Anything else I need to look out for in this build? Thanks.

 

[257Tony]

No problems with those parts, and yes the front panel connectors are universal. My only question is this, why a 4770k on a Q87?

 

[Deleted member 88227]

Actually if you're gonna get a Q87 motherboard no use in getting a "K" series processor since you can't overclock with it.

Also that hard drive is more or less used for video recording/capture setups. Thus you don't need to spend the money on it when a regular blue drive will not only be cheaper, but provide the same level of performance.

 

[rpeters83]

Thanks for the input. I didn't realize the board didnt support overclocking. I removed the K model and added the regular 4770 one.

As for the HDD, the regular blue models only have a 2-year warranty, while this one I chose has 3 for only 10 bucks more.

Is there a reason I CAN'T use that hard drive? What makes it different when it says it's intended for video/recording setups? I wouldn't mind more durability, plus the extra year warranty if they were none-the-less similar drives.

Thanks.

 

[Deleted member 88227]

You'll have no issues at all using it. It's designed to be writing/reading 24/7 so essentially it should be more durable.

 

[rpeters83]

Ok, I have more questions, though I'm not sure if I'm veering off topic. I'm still new to this i7 architecture.

1. Is 1150 the way to go? Any reason to look into 1155?
2. The 4771 seems to be identical to the 4770, but only 0.1ghz slower. Is there something with this I'm not seeing?

Thanks again.

 

[Deleted member 88227]

The only reason to look into 1155 is if 1150 is out of the budget. 1150 is the latest.

Yes the 4770 non "K" has a turbo mode just like the "K" series processor. In fact you can still overclock the non "K" up to around 4.0Ghz. It's just the "K" version has an unlocked multiplier thus allowing beyond 4Ghz speeds. Something your chosen chipset can't take advantage of anyway.

They are identical except the 4771 has a slightly higher base clock. Not worth the added costs. If it's ~$5 or less, more expensive than the 4770 then get it. Otherwise stick with the 4770.

 

[Dangman]

I recommend the better looking and better quality Corsair 200R instead:
$60 - Corsair Carbide Series 200R ATX Case

That WD drive isn't that good of a buy from a price to performance standpoint when $14 more gets you twice the space and greater performance:
$89 - Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM001 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s Hard Drive

 

[tiraides]

Why are you considering a Core i7 processor?

What's the model number and age of the Corsair PSU?

 

[rpeters83]

That WD drive isn't that good of a buy from a price to performance standpoint when $14 more gets you twice the space and greater performance:
$89 - Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM001 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s Hard Drive

Thanks, but Seagate left a bitter taste in my mouth. Not only do I currently have THREE failing Seagate drives in my stable (they're not being used for critical applications), I discovered that their factory warranty starts the date of manufacture. So, even my newest drive, a year after I purchased it, was void because it was manufactured 2 years before it failed.

 

[rpeters83]

Why are you considering a Core i7 processor?

What's the model number and age of the Corsair PSU?

I'm considering i7 to do more than just gaming. I do lots of development/coding, as well as have the need to run VMs. I'd rather just go big.

The PSU is only about 6-8 months old. Don't recall the model off my head, but it's been powering my current machine quite well so far.

 

[Dangman]

Thanks, but Seagate left a bitter taste in my mouth. Not only do I currently have THREE failing Seagate drives in my stable (they're not being used for critical applications), I discovered that their factory warranty starts the date of manufacture. So, even my newest drive, a year after I purchased it, was void because it was manufactured 2 years before it failed.

Fair enough.

The PSU is only about 6-8 months old. Don't recall the model off my head, but it's been powering my current machine quite well so far.

Figure out the model. Just because it's been powering your PC for now doesn't mean that it's automatically suitable for the job.

Oh yeah, you're missing a SSD. That'll provide a major upgrade in terms of overall system responsiveness. I would recommend the Samsung Evo 120GB SSD for the OS and other apps and programs.