First PC Build Assist, Please.

When you say upgrade what do you have in mind?

OK thank you.

so to upgrade the cpu you would be looking at a mobo upgrade also. pretty much not a great idea.

ram upgrade with 16GB I think you are good.

cpu I agree with your thinking.

gpu is where the problem comes in, the couple of games you mentioned have very low requierments, so gpu-wise we can go 970 gtx and blow it out of the water. But if you go bigger monitor and other games then the gpu need drastically change.

In short we need to decide if we want to build a system with one gpu ability or dual gpu ability. Games like farcry, fallout, etc at higher res then yours will need more power.

Here you go Ticket# 1450633 --- $2,010.00 (To see this build click here)

Copy of Specifications:
Chassis
Chassis Model: Digital Storm Apollo (White)

Core Components
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700K 4.0GHz (Codename Skylake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS Z170-E (Intel Z170 Chipset) (Up to 4x PCI-E Devices)
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2666MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series

Power Supply: 750W EVGA SuperNOVA


Storage / Connectivity
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x) (Internal)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (250GB Samsung 850 EVO)
Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (1TB Western Digital - Black Edition)

Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)

Graphics / Multimedia
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce GTX 970 4GB (VR Ready)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio

Digital Storm Engineering
Extreme Cooling: AIR: Stage 2: Noctua NH-D15 (Extreme Performance)

HydroLux Tubing Style: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
HydroLux Fluid Color: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
Cable Management: Premium Cable Management (Strategically Routed & Organized for Airflow)
Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans

Digital Storm TwisterBoost Technology
Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock CPU - Up to 4.4GHz (Depends on Cooling and Motherboard)


Software
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (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)

Accessories / Goodies

Customer Care
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)

how is that?

in far cry he should get just over 60fps

Edited by DST4ME - 10 Jul 2016 at 1:40pm

Vanquish is heavy pre configed, few things can be changed, apollo gives us much more choices.

Now I like to tell you that a new gpu 1060 gtx should come out this week or next for a great price and 980 gtx performance

have a look here before you make your final decision, I would wait and see what kinda price I'm looking at in that config but with a 1060.

Originally posted by DST4ME Vanquish is heavy pre configed, few things can be changed, apollo gives us much more choices. Now I like to tell you that a new gpu 1060 gtx should come out this week or next for a great price and 980 gtx performance

Thanks for the heads up!

So, the retail launch date for the 1060 is July 19, a week from Tuesday. Will DS be building with it before that or shortly thereafter?

Originally posted by db188 you don't need a capture card unless you're streaming/encoding on one pc while gaming on another (or your console).the cpu is where most of the work is being done in your usage scenario.  if you can't afford a 6-core the I7 6700k is a good enough choice because of its HT (8 total threads).  most of your budget should go towards it.the gpu is the next important component.  as was already mentioned, a GTX 970 or above can max out in game settings of most games at 1080p resolution.  the card can also handle the overhead of the streaming app(s) you intend to use.  while 8GB of ram is fine for just gaming, you'll want more ram for the video editing work.  16GB at least i'd say.

Thanks for your input here. Appreciate it!

In fact, he is (at this point) gaming on his console, and downloading the file to a thumb drive for transfer to his Mac. Very slow for that purpose. He'd rather record to the PS4 onto the Elgato and then upload to the PC for editing and publishing.

He's done the research here, and reports the promise of the Elgato is in ease of recording, faster downloading for editing, improved quality of his videos and ability to record more than 15 minutes of gameplay (PS4 limitation) at a time.

Originally posted by marcosgrande Originally posted by DST4ME I assume after, either way its almost here Okay, thanks. My son's raised a good point; he's not likely to get FC Primal anytime soon. And he's probably right. That being said, he wants the PC yesterday.

Ya but don't rush to judgment, you could get better performance for better price.

having the capture card certainly gives him more flexibility between the two technologies (pc and console).

Agreed. In fact, I think that's it right there in a nutshell. He wants that flexibility.

To this point he's played and recorded on his console, so the Elgato is on his parts list.

Edited by marcosgrande - 10 Jul 2016 at 4:24pm

Originally posted by db188 cool, it seems you're pretty close to finalizing your build.

Yeah, I think we're damn close. In fact, possibly sooner rather than later.

Not sure my boy wants to wait for the 1060. With the build time 10-15 business days and school starting early this year, he's got himself tied in knots about now.

In any case, thanks for the feedback and suggestions, one and all.

I'll post here when we've ordered.

Originally posted by DST4ME You can't really go wrong either way. Our pleasure and good luck

Thanks!

Just placed my order.

Originally posted by DST4ME Congrats Let the torture begin

I know, right? I may be even more stoked about this than my son.

Go figure.

Originally posted by DST4ME Try not drive eachother crazy, now you are both gonna fight over pc time.

Pretty much a given, that.

Originally posted by DST4ME Have a look here and get the stuff you need

Thanks! We'll get right on this.

Now that I've placed my order, the waiting just kills...

Haven't seen a status update since purchase, and so as not to chase around looking for the best point of contact (name) to get an estimated ship date, who do I send an email to for that purpose?

Thanks in advance for the assist!

~Mark

Thanks!

Today is business day 4, so I'll see what happens today and the next.

THX! Just shot him an email request for an estimated ship date.

Just wanted to update the thread and ask a "noob to Windows updates" question.

First off, I've had the rig for about a week. It's so AWESOME to be gaming on a PC again. The console has its uses, but this is another world.

Speaking of which, received my first Windows 7 update from our friends at MS and was wondering whether to selectively install or install the whole lot. If the forum mods think it appropriate, I can post my question to a new thread.

The updates are predominantly labeled "Windows Server," but not knowing the OS at all, really, I'm concerned about updating things that don't need it or that will disrupt my currently perfect operating environment.

Thanks in advance!

~Mark

Originally posted by ShadowXOR I always keep my OS fully updated for security and convenience reasons. I went from fully updated Windows 7, to 8, to 8.1, to 10, to 10 with Anniversary update. Haven't had a single issue at any point along the way. Most OS issues/fear of new versions is just people who fear change or the minor inconvenience of learning something new. I find Windows 10 much faster than 7 and hate using 7 on my work laptop. If you're paranoid about security, update. If you're paranoid about Microsoft, don't update. I see no reason for anyone to be on Windows 7 these days and I've been working in IT/software my entire life.

Thanks! Appreciate your insight.

I would have gone with Win 10, but two of the games my son and I play do much better in the Win 7 environment. Lame, I know, but a short term solution until the games get the proper updates they need.