Will this setup work out? (self-build desktop)

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After reading around I've decided to build my own computer to ensure it's not crap I'm getting. However I'm not good at all this hardware stuff so I'm looking for some help. This is the current components I have found that I want in my computer.

GPU: http://www.evga.com/Products/Product...03G-P4-2665-KR
CPU: http://ark.intel.com/products/65523
RAM: http://www.corsair.com/vengeance-16g...m4a1600c9.html
SSD (for OS and crucial games): http://www.samsung.com/us/computer/m...ge/MZ-7PD256BW
HDD for non-crucial games/movies and whatnot): http://www.seagate.com/internal-hard...ku=ST2000DM001
Motherboard: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/pro...px?pid=4153#ov
Tower: http://www.aerocool.com.tw/index.php...-x-one-advance
PSU: http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/psu...iew-round-up/7
Monitor: http://www.asus.com/Display/LCD_Monitors/VE276N/

So the question is, am I missing anything?

Two of the things I'm not sure about it netcard/soundcard? I heard those might be in the motherboard but I can't find anything on that. Price is that much of a problem so if you have a suggestion for something better, let me know.

Thanks for reading and thanks for any help in advance.

[vesseblah]

- GPU is not too hot, difference between 660 and 660ti is massive. 3GB RAM is adveritising trick.
- i7-3770k does not give anything to gaming you wouldn't get from i5-3570k
- those shitty decoration heatsinks in Corsair Vengeance RAMs makes it hard to use any high end CPU heatsinks
- you're missing a third party CPU cooler which would be mandatory for overclocking
- That SSD looks really expensive, check out also Samsung 830 and Crucial M4 for prices
- Case is up to personal preference, but that is damn flashy :P
- Rather get bit better PSU, like Seasonic X650
- 27" 1080p monitor is quite big, if you're looking it from standard 1-2ft on the desk it's probably too big and 24" would be nicer

Network adapter and soundcard are listed on the motherboard's specifications under "audio" and "LAN", and yes, pretty much all motherboards come with basic built-in audio and gigabit ethernet ports.

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Thank you SO much for the help.

Can you recommend a brand for the GTX 660 TI?
I'm also going to do a lot of heavy video editing and photo edition with After Effects, Premier, Photoshop and Illustrator where I heard the Hyper-threading is benefitial.
Can you recommend another brand of ram?
I'm not going to overclock, however another fan is something I would want. What size does it have to be?
Price is not really an issue, plus I've heard good things about the 840 Pro.
I like the case, only thing I'm worried about is if everything fits together.
Going to look for a better PSU, thanks for letting me know.
My brother has a 27" monitor and it's what I would like aswell.

And most important of all, will everything fit?

[vesseblah]

Can you recommend a brand for the GTX 660 TI?

MSI, Gigabyte and Asus are all reliable, EVGA too but more expensive.

I'm also going to do a lot of heavy video editing and photo edition with After Effects, Premier, Photoshop and Illustrator where I heard the Hyper-threading is benefitial.

i7-3770k would be justified for you then.

Can you recommend another brand of ram?

Corsair Vengeance also comes in low profile varity. Exactly same RAM chips but without stupid decorations. RAM does not need heatsinks at all unless you're overclocking it.

I'm not going to overclock, however another fan is something I would want. What size does it have to be?

Don't really need one unless you want it for lower noise or unless you live in a place with high ambient temperatures (Australia, Texas etc...)

My brother has a 27" monitor and it's what I would like aswell.

Better look for IPS monitor for graphics work, or maybe even 2560x1440 panel 27" monitor since you're at relatively high budget already. Higher resolution will benefit you lot more than just few inches bigger size.

And most important of all, will everything fit?

Yep.

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Combination of what Vess recommends and your needs (like the 27" monitor, CPU)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($314.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek GAIA SD1283 56.3 CFM CPU Cooler ($20.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.95 @ B&H)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($272.55 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($101.60 @ Mac Connection)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($78.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Sony AD-7280S-0B DVD/CD Writer ($18.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VE278H 27.0" Monitor ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1498.01
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2012-12-23 18:19 EST-0500)

I have the white edition of that case (see my signature), great cooling and control out of the box, easy to build in, good cable management and more. PSU is Seasonic OEM and modular. CPU heat sink is cheap but still quite decent and will give you quieter operations compared to the stock one.

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Thanks man, I really appreciate it.

Few last questions:

Have I missed ANYTHING?

Also, will the USB ports and jacks work on the front of the computer? If not how can I make them work?

[vesseblah]

Also, will the USB ports and jacks work on the front of the computer? If not how can I make them work?

There are cables inside the case for USB ports, audio jacks, power/reset switches and leds, you just plug those into motherboard. Motherboard's manual explains it what goes where.

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Combination of what Vess recommends and your needs (like the 27" monitor, CPU)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-3770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($314.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek GAIA SD1283 56.3 CFM CPU Cooler ($20.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($169.95 @ B&H)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB Video Card ($272.55 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($101.60 @ Mac Connection)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($78.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Sony AD-7280S-0B DVD/CD Writer ($18.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VE278H 27.0" Monitor ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1498.01
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2012-12-23 18:19 EST-0500)

I have the white edition of that case (see my signature), great cooling and control out of the box, easy to build in, good cable management and more. PSU is Seasonic OEM and modular. CPU heat sink is cheap but still quite decent and will give you quieter operations compared to the stock one.

Unfortunately most of those sites doesn't ship to where I live.
Thanks for trying though.

There are cables inside the case for USB ports, audio jacks, power/reset switches and leds, you just plug those into motherboard. Motherboard's manual explains it what goes where.

I see, thanks a lot for the help.

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Where do you live?

I was just trying to give you some suggestions and give you an idea what you could be looking for.

[Deleted]

Where do you live?

I was just trying to give you some suggestions and give you an idea what you could be looking for.

I live in Denmark.

Do I really need another cooler other than what the I7 comes with?

[vesseblah]

Do I really need another cooler other than what the I7 comes with?

No if you aren't overclocking.

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No if you aren't overclocking.

I'm not but I am going to play some heavy games.

---------- Post added 2012-12-24 at 02:07 AM ----------

Which card would be the best solution?

http://www.evga.com/Products/Product...02G-P4-3664-KR ~80$ cheaper than:

http://www.asus.com/Graphics_Cards/N...60_TIDC2T2GD5/

---------- Post added 2012-12-24 at 02:35 AM ----------

Alright so I changed a few things so I'd like to ask again if these parts will work.

GPU: http://www.evga.com/Products/Product...02G-P4-3664-KR <--- changed this
CPU: http://ark.intel.com/products/65523
RAM: http://www.kingston.com/us/memory/hyperx/blu <--- changed this
SSD (for OS and crucial games): http://www.samsung.com/us/computer/m...ge/MZ-7PD256BW
HDD for non-crucial games/movies and whatnot): http://www.seagate.com/internal-hard...ku=ST2000DM001
Motherboard: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/pro...px?pid=4153#ov
Tower: http://www.aerocool.com.tw/index.php...-x-one-advance
PSU: http://store.antec.com/Product/power...5-27650-4.aspx <--- changed this
Monitor: http://www.asus.com/Display/LCD_Monitors/VE276N/
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-118AB (couldn't find a link) <--- changed this


Last question is: do I need to buy any extra cords to connect everything up or does it come with the things I buy?

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No extra cables needed. It's all compatible yes. Either GPU is fine.

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Thank you guys so much for all the help, I really appreciate it.

[Lolkrayd]

Just a quick curious question...
How come the gtx 670 was not recommended to him? I understand the gtx 660 to a ti is big leap but for another 50ish a gtx 670 can be had

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Just a quick curious question...
How come the gtx 670 was not recommended to him? I understand the gtx 660 to a ti is big leap but for another 50ish a gtx 670 can be had

If by ~$50 you mean ~$120+ for 660ti to 670 then sure prices are different in Denmark.