DS Vanquish (which level?)

So, my current ------ x51 desktop computer seems to be on its last legs, and I've been searching the web for a suitable replacement. The great things that people have to say about Digital Storm's Vanquish model are overwhelming. So much praise!

I've been looking at the different levels of the Vanquish, and the level 3 seems to be the best bang for the buck while still fitting in the desired price point I want. My main interest in the level 3 is due to the GTX 970, which I understand is a significant upgrade from the 960. I was wondering if anyone would be willing to weigh in on the pros/cons of either upgrading to the level 4 or downgrading to the level 2.

Thanks for any advice you can provide!

Budget:
Ideally below $1250

Expectations:
The main PC game I play is Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn. I'm excited about the new expansion coming out, and want to play it using DirectX11 and max or near-max settings.

I also normally jump into new Korean MMOs that come overseas, currently Black Desert Online and Bless Online look gorgeous (if we ever get them).

I have been using ------ systems for the last 4-5 years (first a m14x laptop which I then replaced with my current x51 desktop) but I have been unimpressed with their build quality and longevity.

Usage:
I would say I put my computers through their paces as far as usage goes. I normally game somewhere between 30-50 hours a week.

Special Needs:
I don't think I have any. I like to keep up with gaming news via online videos, and I may be interested in streaming via Twitch or OBT.

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Specifications:
Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Pre-built Digital Storm VANQUISH 3 - Level 3
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i5 4590 3.30 GHz (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS/GIGABYTE (Intel Z97 Chipset) (SLI Ready)
System Memory: 8GB DDR3 1600MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series
Power Supply: 600W Corsair CX
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (120GB Samsung 850 EVO)
Storage Set 2: 1x (1TB Seagate (7200 RPM) (64MB Cache)
Storage Set 3: - No Thanks
RAID Config: - No Thanks
RAID Card: - No Thanks
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)
Graphics Card(s): 1x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 4GB (Includes PhysX)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: AIR: Stage 1: High Performance Cooler with Large Fan and Copper Pipes
H20 Tube Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a FrostChill or Sub-Zero LCS Cooling System Selected
Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my processor
Boost Graphics Card(s): - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s)
Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory
Boost OS: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Windows Recovery Toolkit (Bundled with Windows CD)
Virus Protection: FREE: McAfee AntiVirus Plus (1 Year Service Activation Card) (Not Pre-installed) ($35 Value)
Office: - No Thanks
Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
Portable Gaming: - No Thanks
Branded Gear: - No Thanks
Priority Build: Ship Within 5 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty (3 Year Labor & 1 Year Part Replacement)





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Edited by Snaike - 06 May 2015 at 3:46am

I'll echo Frank's comments.

The reason being, you mentioned some games and streaming. For the CPU intensive games the 4690K will be MUCH better suited and for streaming it is better at computes and multitasks mainly due to the overclocking. At base speeds the performance gain is little but with the overclocking you'll probably see about a 15% increase.

If upgrades are in the picture ( SLI etc) the level 4 is better suited because 3 upgrades are already done and much cheaper than doing it later. $139.00 for better CPU with overclocking, bigger SDD and P/S can't be beat.

I think for now the level 3 would be fine but you would be happier in the long run with the level 4.

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Hi Radicalp,

Well you don't dilly-dally around.   Welcome to the Digital Storm family.

Frank

That was quick!! Welcome to the family!   

If you feel up to it we would love to read a review of the system once you break it in!

Look what came today!

I took an hour from work this morning to drive over to the UPS center to pick it up.  Now I have to make it through the rest of the day until I can open it up...


Edited by Radicalp - 19 May 2015 at 8:51am

Congrats.

I can remember the day mine arrived, although that is a much more colorful box than before.  

Enjoy.