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    Posted: 10 Nov 2015 at 9:30am
Hey guys,

So its been quite sometime since I have had a gaming PC of any type. I started to notice recently that my computer really wasn't running any AAA games well (running most on medium-low), so I thought it'd be a good time for an upgrade.

I am totally fine admitting I have limited knowledge overall, but through searching and reading forums, watching videos, reading blogs....I have come up with this build.

I think it should be pretty damn solid but would love feedback and suggestions.

My goal is to run pretty much anything at Ultra settings in 1440p.

Let me know what you guys think.

Thanks in advance.

 Specifications:
Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Digital Storm Apollo
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700K 4.0GHz (Codename Skylake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core) <br><strong></strong>
Motherboard: ASUS Z170-A (Intel Z170 Chipset) <br><strong></strong>
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2800MHz Corsair Vengeance LPX (High-Performance)
Power Supply: 1000W Corsair HX1000i (Digitally Controlled Power)
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: Blu-Ray & DVD Writer/Reader (Burn + Play Blu-Ray & DVDs) (12x BD-R)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (250GB Samsung 850 EVO) <br><strong></strong>
Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (3TB Western Digital - Black Edition) <br><strong></strong>
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 980 Ti 6GB (ASUS Strix Edition)
Sound Card: Creative Sound Blaster Z
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H110i GT - 280mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler (Extreme Performance)
H20 Tube Color:Red Tubing (Requires Custom HydroLux Liquid Cooling System) <br><strong></strong>
Chassis Fans: Upgrade All Fans to Corsair Airflow Performance Edition (Up to 6 Fans) <br><strong></strong>
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks <br><strong></strong>
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock CPU 4.0GHz to 4.4GHz
Boost Graphics Card(s): Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability
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 10 Home (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: Asus ROG SWIFT 27 inch PG278Q (G-SYNC) (144Hz Refresh Rate) (2560 x 1440)
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
Portable Gaming: - No Thanks
Branded Gear: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 10-15 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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Hi DryRat....  That is a solid build. Strong

Not sure you need the separate sound card, mobo audio is real good nowadays, but depends what sound system you have.

Drop the H2O Tube Color and pick from Internal Lighting.   The H2O tubing is for the custom Hydrolux water cooling and not the AIO cooler like the H100i.

Looks good and good luck. Big%20Smile
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that config will accomplish your goals.  
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Posts: 14 		  Quote DryRat Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 11 Nov 2015 at 2:39pm
Thanks for the feedback.

Gonna switch out to just mobo audio, since I dont really need the Sound Blaster.

Thanks for letting me know about the tubing too, switched it out.


One question I have, which Z170 board is the best? I know that is a bit vague...so maybe the best for 1440p gaming?
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Posts: 1674 		  Quote  Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 11 Nov 2015 at 2:46pm
You will want to go with the Maximus VIII Hero or Z170-Deluxe, as they have better power deliver for high speed memory stability.
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Awesome, any preference? 
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Posts: 2115 		  Quote db188 Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 11 Nov 2015 at 3:26pm
when you get to the high-end boards it usually comes down to just which color scheme you want.  they usually all have the best/same sound chips/drivers, multi-card sli, better power delivery, etc.

i put a Z170-Deluxe in the rig DS is building for me because it had all of the features i wanted and the color scheme i desired as well.  i always use Asus mobo's for their build quality and the fact that they have the best software/UEFI bios.     
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If you want/need integrated WiFi (you can also create a soft access point with it to connect other WiFi devices to it), then go with the Z170-Deluxe. If you don't need it or you want an overclocking-oriented motherboard (meaning you yourself will be doing overclocking on the processor, memory, or system clocks) then the Maximus VIII Hero may be better. You can add WiFi later as an add-in card in an open PCI-e slot or with a USB dongle, too.
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Alright well took your guys suggestions and I think this is what I have settled on.

Specifications:
Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Digital Storm Apollo
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700K 4.0GHz (Codename Skylake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO (Intel Z170 Chipset) <br><strong></strong>
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2800MHz Corsair Vengeance LPX (High-Performance)
Power Supply: 1000W Corsair HX1000i (Digitally Controlled Power)
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: Blu-Ray & DVD Writer/Reader (Burn + Play Blu-Ray & DVDs) (12x BD-R)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (250GB Samsung 850 EVO)
Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (3TB Western Digital - Black Edition)
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 980 Ti 6GB (ASUS Strix Edition)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio <br><strong></strong>
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H110i GT - 280mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler (Extreme Performance)
H20 Tube Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected <br><strong></strong>
Chassis Fans: Upgrade All Fans to Corsair Airflow Performance Edition (Up to 6 Fans)
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock CPU 4.0GHz to 4.4GHz
Boost Graphics Card(s): Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability
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 10 Home (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: Asus ROG SWIFT 27 inch PG278Q (G-SYNC) (144Hz Refresh Rate) (2560 x 1440)
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
Portable Gaming: - No Thanks
Branded Gear: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 10-15 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty (3 Year Labor & 1 Year Part Replacement)

Any other suggestions? Should I go ahead and get a Wireless USB ASUS N13?
Any issues I might run into with compatibility with all the parts I have?
...Like I said, not the expert by any means here, heh, so your help means a lot.
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Posts: 2115 		  Quote db188 Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 13 Nov 2015 at 1:35am
why not just get a board with wi-fi capability?  i don't like that dongle.  you don't get wireless ac and it only operates on the 2.4 GHz frequency.  if you go with a mobo like the Z170 Pro Gaming or Deluxe you get wireless ac.  that's 1300 Mb/s compared to 300 Mb/s and you get both 2.4/5 GHz antennas with the mobo change (also think it's cheaper). 

as for overclocking the Deluxe oc's like a champ!  read some reviews. 


Edited by db188 - 13 Nov 2015 at 1:37am
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Gigabyte G1 Z170X Gaming GT
16GB Corsair Dominator 3000MHz
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Samsung M.2 980 Pro 2TB;Samsung 850 EVO 1TB
MSI RTX 3080 Ventus OC 10G LHR
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