50K PC Upgrade for Gaming/Streaming - CPU+ RAM + MOBO

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
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I want to upgrade my 6 yr old PC and only need CPU + RAM + MOBO.

Current Config
Intel i5 2400
Intel DH67BL (lol)
GSkill Ripjaw 4x2 RAM
CM 212 evo

Rest
Zotac GTX 970 Extreme Edition
Benq XL2411Z (144Hz)
Case CM Elite 430
Samsung 850 250 gig SSD
Asus Xonar Essence ST (PCI)
Seasonic M12II-750 EVO
2-3 500 Gig hdd's

This PC can still crunch out 60 fps for most of the games on medium to high and even ultra on some older games, but for Battlefield my CPU is a bottleneck. I cannot record without drop in fps using shadowplay.

Need to decide between Intel 7700K and AMD 1700X. I understand that 1800x is not needed. this upgrade should last for 5+ years as with my current build. I can do a GPU + Monitor upgrade few years later (either 4k or 21:9 widescreen).
For Motherboard I need one which is quite stable and the manufacturer has a good after sales support.

1. What is the purpose of the computer? What all applications and games are you going to run? (Stupid answers like 'gaming' or 'office work' will not work. Be exact. Which games? Which applications? Avoid the word 'et cetera.')
Ans: Gaming + Occasional Twitch/Youtube streaming , Mostly FPS Battlefield 1/3/4/H, Farcry series, TPS like TR, Just Cause. Ark Survival, Project Cars, Yes I have all of these :p

2. What is your overall budget? If you can extend a bit for a more balanced configuration, then mention this too.
Ans: 45-55K, can extend for cooler + case.

3. Planning to overclock?
Ans: Yes

4. Which Operating System are you planning to use?
Ans: Windows 10 / Ubuntu. Have windows 10 Pro which was a free upgrade from windows 8.1(Genuine), I'm not sure if I can move that license to the new build. so I might have to shell out a few extra bucks for the pro license.

5. How much hard drive space is needed?
Ans: N/A - Got hard drives

6. Do you want to buy a monitor? If yes, please mention which screen size and resolution do you want. If you already have a monitor and want to reuse it, again mention the size and resolution of monitor you have.
Ans: N/A - Already have a BenQ XL2411Z

7. Which components you DON'T want to buy or which components you already have and plan on reusing?
Ans: only CPU, Mobo, RAM upgrade

8. When are you planning to buy the system?
Ans: Late April/Early May

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
Ans: Yes, Will do it myself

10. Where do you live? Are you buying locally? Are you open to buying stuff from online shops if you don't get locally?
Ans: Bangalore, will get it locally. Will check online prices for reference.

11. Anything else which you would like to say?
Ans:
 

bssunilreddy

Chosen of the Omnissiah
AMD Build

Budget -59.3K


AMD Ryzen R7 1700x -26000,
MSI X370 Krait Gaming -14500,
Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB(8GBx2) 3000Mhz -10000,
Corsair SPEC ALPHA -5500,
Cooler Master Hyper 212 LED Turbo -3300.
Total -59,300.

Intel Build

Budget -61K

Intel Core i7 7700K -27000,
MSI Z270 Krait Gaming -15200,
Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB(8GBx2) 3000Mhz -10000,
Corsair SPEC ALPHA -5500,
Cooler Master Hyper 212 LED Turbo -3300.
Total -61,000.

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Randy_Marsh

Youngling
Looking at much better multi core performance of 1700x, I think there should not be any doubt in selecting between intel and AMD. Specially, when you want it to future proof for next 4-5 years or so.

+1 for [MENTION=105611]bssunilreddy[/MENTION] AMD build (but I guess R7 1700x processor instead of 1700?)
 

jasku

In the zone
Not sure, why you folks are suggesting the X370 based mobo, even the B350 should suffice, will let the OP save money.
 
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RCuber

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
Staff member
Thanks all for the reply. I might end up buying the pc in next two weeks.

I will need to check with the motherboard, but decided to go with 1700x.

I think x370 was suggested as B350 doesn't support sli ? I didn't get time to check if there is any B350 motherboard with sli support.

I didn't like the antec case. I need better cooling.


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ZTR

Cyborg Agent
B350 doesn't support SLi
Only X370 does

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RCuber

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
Staff member
ok
I'm gonna go out and buy the PC TOMORROW

just checked the prices with my vendor he quoted 29500 for 1700X
He doesn't have MSI X370 Krait, but has a gigabyte model which is about 20500.
I am ok to switch to B350
Also he said that Corsair's 8gig RAM's are not compatible with Ryzen. and suggested single 16 gig module(8.8K) or G.Skill 8x2 I will check this info.
[MENTION=105611]bssunilreddy[/MENTION]

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bump..
I'm heading out right now to buy the stuff :p , Any issues with Gigabyte motherboards?
I think I will add a 120gig M.2 drive in the mix too. [MENTION=105611]bssunilreddy[/MENTION]
 

jasku

In the zone
ok
I'm gonna go out and buy the PC TOMORROW

just checked the prices with my vendor he quoted 29500 for 1700X
He doesn't have MSI X370 Krait, but has a gigabyte model which is about 20500.
I am ok to switch to B350
Also he said that Corsair's 8gig RAM's are not compatible with Ryzen. and suggested single 16 gig module(8.8K) or G.Skill 8x2 I will check this info.
[MENTION=105611]bssunilreddy[/MENTION]

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bump..
I'm heading out right now to buy the stuff , Any issues with Gigabyte motherboards?
I think I will add a 120gig M.2 drive in the mix too. [MENTION=105611]bssunilreddy[/MENTION]
Get the Gigabyte gaming B350 or the Asus prime plus b350, just ensure to pick ram that is in the qvl of the mobo.

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RCuber

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
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Randy_Marsh

Youngling
Congrats [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION], the bunch is looking cool! Don't forget to put pics once you assemble the build :)
 
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RCuber

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
Staff member
Ok i'm gonna post just the parts and let you guess in the approx price. Let me know if I would go back to my hardware vendor as I trusted him.

Bought these below.
AMD Ryzen 1700X
Gigabyte AB350 Gaming 3
Corsair 16GB DDR4 3000Mhz RAM
Corsair MP500 120GB M.2 Nvme SSD
Corsair Air 740 Case
Coolermaster MasterLiquid 120 Lite.

Existing Parts.
BenQ XL2411X
Zotac 970 Amp Extreme
Logitech G105 Keyboard
Logitech G402s Mouse.
Samsung 850 250GB SSD
Seasonic M12II 750W SMPS
Couple of HDD's.
 

jasku

In the zone
Hey [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION], you have been silent since the purchase, care to post impressions on the setup, particularly the mobo, ram compatibility, have you been able to run the ram at 2933/3200 mhz, overclocking, also how is the CM liquid cooler? Has it been stable?

Looking forward to your post!
 
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RCuber

RCuber

The Mighty Unkel!!!
Staff member
I have a few issues with the system. Mostly heat related. My M.2 ssd runs very hot during gaming, hits 85 and gets throttled. The drive cage for the hdd's doesn't have any cooling, so the drives hit 60°+.

Currently running the system at a lower speed. Memory at 2666, cpu at 2.6 base. AMD still have to fix the temperature readout it's still hitting 80.

GPU hitting throttling limit. Can over ride by pushing the fan speed to 90%.



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jasku

In the zone
I have a few issues with the system. Mostly heat related. My M.2 ssd runs very hot during gaming, hits 85 and gets throttled. The drive cage for the hdd's doesn't have any cooling, so the drives hit 60°+.

Currently running the system at a lower speed. Memory at 2666, cpu at 2.6 base. AMD still have to fix the temperature readout it's still hitting 80.

GPU hitting throttling limit. Can over ride by pushing the fan speed to 90%.



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Given your case and cooling, not sure why you are having heating issues. On the plus side, I am guessing the system is stable otherwise? How is the CM AIO cooler?
 

kashyap1507

Broken In
I have a few issues with the system. Mostly heat related. My M.2 ssd runs very hot during gaming, hits 85 and gets throttled. The drive cage for the hdd's doesn't have any cooling, so the drives hit 60°+.

Currently running the system at a lower speed. Memory at 2666, cpu at 2.6 base. AMD still have to fix the temperature readout it's still hitting 80.

GPU hitting throttling limit. Can over ride by pushing the fan speed to 90%.



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Amd has 20 degree offset on x series processor. Are you kidding me 60 c on water on idle .

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