Possible New Computer, what do you think of it

[Dollar Bill]

Now for a while now I have been thinking of getting a new computer, now the opportunity has arrived for me and I am looking at some parts, so here they are:

Processor- Intel Core i7 2600
Motherboard-Intel B3 Revision H61 Chipset - SATA 3Gbps
Video Card-GeForce GTX 550 Ti 1GB
RAM-8GB G.Skill Ripjaws DDR3-1600MHz
Hard Drive-Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB, 32MB Cache SATA III 6Gb/s
Power Supply-TAGAN PLATINUM SERIES 800W, 80 Plus

So I'm wondering if everything will be awesome and such.
By the way this is a gaming rig.

 

[Dollar Bill]

C'mon I gotta get SOME feedback here.

 

[Sn1P3r M98]

Looks like a pretty nice PC to me.

One thing I might change is bump up the GPU to a 560Ti, if you have the extra cash it could go a long way.

Also, I'm unaware if that motherboard supports SLI, you may want to check on that if you'd ever be interested in running 2 graphics cards alongside eachother.

 

[Zantos]

I'd say rethink your motherboard, that's going to be throttling some parts, especially the RAM. This one will be more in line with the rest of the stuff you're buying http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157163

I didn't know where you were ordering from so if you're not US then look for something similar.

I'd also go for bigger PSU and better graphics (as above), but the difference there is going to be do you want to be as awesome as JCVD or as awesome as Chuck Norris? (AKA nothing wrong with the one's you've said, but still room for improvement).

Last point, I'd be thinking about a big hefty well built case with good airflow. That's something you should NOT skimp out on.

 

[Sn1P3r M98]

I'd say rethink your motherboard, that's going to be throttling some parts, especially the RAM. This one will be more in line with the rest of the stuff you're buying http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157163

That motherboard is a 1366 socket, it won't work with the new generation i7 2600, which requires a 1155 socket.

I'd check out the Asus Sabertooth, my father is actually getting one of these today for a new PC, so I'll be able to tell you if that's a decent board within a few hours.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131702&Tpk=asus%20sabertooth%20p67

One more thing I noticed, if you ever think you'll overclock the processor at all, spend the extra $20-$30 and get the i7 2600k. They're unlocked and much easier to overclock.

 

[Zantos]

I'd say rethink your motherboard, that's going to be throttling some parts, especially the RAM. This one will be more in line with the rest of the stuff you're buying http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157163

That motherboard is a 1366 socket, it won't work with the new generation i7 2600, which requires a 1155 socket.

I'd check out the Asus Sabertooth, my father is actually getting one of these today for a new PC, so I'll be able to tell you if that's a decent board within a few hours.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131702&Tpk=asus%20sabertooth%20p67

One more thing I noticed, if you ever think you'll overclock the processor at all, spend the extra $20-$30 and get the i7 2600k. They're unlocked and much easier to overclock.

I was just looking at the RAM frequency. Wasn't sure which one was the new or old i7 so I just eenie meanied and hoped if I was wrong someone would correct me. Thanks

Also, on paper that board looks fricken sweet. Both in specs and in the photos, I'm really digging the thermal armour! When your father gets to try it out I'd also be really interested to know if it's as good as it looks.

 

[BigTortoise]

save $100 and go with the i5-2500k. Just as good as the 2600k.

Use some of that saved money to got with a gtx 560:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125383

PSU is overkill. Even a CX600 leaves room for future upgrade:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139028

 

[MrTub]

Please please.. Change the 550.. Its worthless to gaming compared to 560 Ti
I would stay with the Psu but that is just me..

I've got Sabertooth p67 and I quite like it.

Dunno if they fixed it in new version but mine had a cold boot bug (Had to update uefi)
and if you are buying an cpu cooler that is not blowing the air down to the mobo, I would suggest that you get an assistans fan (costs around 10$)

If you are on a budget I would recommend i5 2500k and spend the rest on gpu

(I personally bought a i7 and it works great for me and very easy to OC)

 

[Griffolion]

Now for a while now I have been thinking of getting a new computer, now the opportunity has arrived for me and I am looking at some parts, so here they are:

Processor- Intel Core i7 2600
Motherboard-Intel B3 Revision H61 Chipset - SATA 3Gbps
Video Card-GeForce GTX 550 Ti 1GB
RAM-8GB G.Skill Ripjaws DDR3-1600MHz
Hard Drive-Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB, 32MB Cache SATA III 6Gb/s
Power Supply-TAGAN PLATINUM SERIES 800W, 80 Plus

So I'm wondering if everything will be awesome and such.
By the way this is a gaming rig.

Processor - Unless you're doing design, CAD/CAM or video editing, you don't need an I7, switch to the I5 2500K.
Motherboard - Never get an Intel reference board, they are rubbish. Try this. [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131724]
GPU - Switching to an I5 2500K will save you $80, which you can use to upgrade to something like this [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130604].
RAM - Good
HDD - No no no. That HDD will get nowhere near saturating a SATA II link, let alone a SATA III. This HDD will be much better suited [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185&Tpk=spinpoint%20f3].
PSU - Please for the love of your deity, do not get that. This will serve you much better. [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139028]

Also, what about your case, optical drive and the resolution of the monitor you'll be using?


EDIT: If you can stretch your budget, try upping your motherboard to something like this [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131708R].