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  Quote CJB907 Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Topic: New Build Help/Suggestions
    Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 8:40pm
Budget:
$2500-$3000

Expectations:
I am trying to configure a computer solely for gaming that can play games like Warhammer Total War, Elder Scrolls, etc. at max settings.

Questions:

1. Are there any obvious issues/bottlenecks with the build below?

2. Is overheating/noise a concern with this build?

3. Any recommendations/criticism?


Thank you in advance for your thoughts!


Specifications:
Digital Storm Desktop - Config ID 1447479     
$2,851.00
     
Chassis
Chassis Model: Digital Storm Coridium

Core Components
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700K 4.0GHz (Codename Skylake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING (Intel Z170 Chipset) (Up to 5x PCI-E Devices)
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2666MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series
Power Supply: 850W EVGA SuperNOVA

Storage / Connectivity
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD M.2 (512GB Samsung 950 PRO) (NVM Express) (Extreme Performance)
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)

Graphics / Multimedia
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce GTX 1080 8GB (NVIDIA Founders Edition) (VR Ready)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio

Digital Storm Engineering
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H110i GT - 280mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler (Extreme Performance)
HydroLux Fluid Color: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans

Digital Storm TwisterBoost Technology
Boost Processor: Stage 2: Overclock CPU - Up to 4.8GHz (Depends on Cooling and Motherboard)
Boost Graphics Card(s): Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability
Boost OS: Yes, Disable and tweak all of the non-crucial services on the operating system

Software
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)

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)

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  Quote darbebo Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 8:55pm
I'll let DST4ME/Bpratt/Frank/db188 and other experts weight in.

but i'm in a similar situation as you, here's what i was "thinking of" in terms of cooling.

1447495
https://www.digitalstorm.com/configurator.asp?id=1447495%20

Most notable is the noctua D15 + chasis mod fan cut out.

I'm going to leave it to the guys to weight to see if this is a viable choice because the noctua D15 + mod will create a lot of airflow.

I believe Noctua will fit the coridian as well.

not sure if you want to overclock GPU tho

Chassis Model: Digital Storm Coridium

Core Components
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700K 4.0GHz (Codename Skylake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS Z170 PRO GAMING (Intel Z170 Chipset) (Up to 5x PCI-E Devices)
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2666MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series
Power Supply: 850W EVGA SuperNOVA

Storage / Connectivity
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD M.2 (512GB Samsung 950 PRO) (NVM Express) (Extreme Performance)
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)

Graphics / Multimedia
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce GTX 1080 8GB (NVIDIA Founders Edition) (VR Ready)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio

Digital Storm Engineering
Extreme Cooling: AIR: Stage 2: Noctua NH-D15 (Extreme Performance)
HydroLux Fluid Color: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans
Chassis Mods: Fan Blow-Holes: CPU & Graphics Card Area: Laser Cut and Mount (2x) Side Window 140mm Fans

Digital Storm TwisterBoost Technology
Boost Processor: Stage 2: Overclock CPU - Up to 4.8GHz (Depends on Cooling and Motherboard)
Boost OS: Yes, Disable and tweak all of the non-crucial services on the operating system

Edited by darbebo - 04 Jul 2016 at 9:05pm
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 9:48pm
darbebo's build looks good, noctua for sure at that level, the Chassis Mods is optional, it will block some of the view but you got air right over the cpu and gpus, I go for the ladder personally.

Drop boost to stage 1 oc for gaming 4.4GHz is more then enough, but if you want to oc higher then go with hydrolux lite.

Most of your noise is going to be from gpu's fans, when the gpu is under heavy load or oced, the fans will spin higher/highest and that noise will be loud to a certain extent, no louder then the next gpu. Only way to quiet the fans down is to lc all the parts.
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  Quote darbebo Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 9:55pm
yea the cutout idea was from you DST4ME!!

would you rather have noctua + cut out or the corsair 280mm + cutout?. I am afraid the cutout fans would be touching the noctua...
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 10:16pm
Noctua and fans for me.
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  Quote db188 Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 10:43pm
first of all, welcome to the DS familyAwesome

i think you'll be pretty happy with that config.  are you using an external storage solution for the rest of your non-gaming data? 
Aventum 3
I7-6700K
Gigabyte G1 Z170X Gaming GT
16GB Corsair Dominator 3000MHz
Corsair Hx1000i 1000W
Samsung M.2 980 Pro 2TB;Samsung 850 EVO 1TB
MSI RTX 3080 Ventus OC 10G LHR
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