High End Rig - Gaming and Few Apps

[abhijeet.ak]

^ above rig is more than enough for gaming

no need to waste your money on 2 x titan or 3 x display..

you cannot notice a single difference in games between single 780ti and titan sli

Make a pc around 1.5 lakh..believe me it is enough

Well Said ashish but the challenge is FSX... I am an avid FSX enthusiast and trust me FSX is a resource and graphic hogger, hence I thought of SLI, but then now Titan is out of question I have shortlisted 780Ti after going thru several reviews and suggestions up there...

I just need suggestion on M/B and Cooling as I am gonna over clock the CPU to close to around 5Ghz and I don't wanna make an omelette on my cabinet ....

 

[whitestar_999]

How to overclock your new Haswell CPU like a pro | PCWorld

 

[abhijeet.ak]

How to overclock your new Haswell CPU like a pro | PCWorld

Thanks that will definitely help...

 

[i72600k]

For FSX (Flight Simulator X) spending 3.5-4 lakhs is completely justified. It is the most demanding game ever. As far as mobo is concerned go with ASUS Rampage IV Extreme with your eyes closed; ASUS makes best and most reliable motherboards.

Go for 3 X 780ti only if you are planning multi monitor setup, like cockpit windows. In fact for FSX anything above even a single GTX 770 is a complete waste, the thing which matters is the CPU. However, getting 2X 780ti will give you much better performance in other games like Battlefield 4 and is well justified for your budget.

Also don't overlook the RAM, get at-least 16 GB of it (DDR-3). G skill ripjaws is the best one out there. It also has a 32 GB version, if you can get four of them, then it's great as your budget permits it!

Also get at-least 1200 W PSU, 1500W Coolermaster silent pro m2 should be a safe choice.

 

[abhijeet.ak]

For FSX (Flight Simulator X) spending 3.5-4 lakhs is completely justified. It is the most demanding game ever. As far as mobo is concerned go with ASUS Rampage IV Extreme with your eyes closed; ASUS makes best and most reliable motherboards.

Go for 3 X 780ti only if you are planning multi monitor setup, like cockpit windows. In fact for FSX anything above even a single GTX 770 is a complete waste, the thing which matters is the CPU. However, getting 2X 780ti will give you much better performance in other games like Battlefield 4 and is well justified for your budget.

Also don't overlook the RAM, get at-least 16 GB of it (DDR-3). G skill ripjaws is the best one out there. It also has a 32 GB version, if you can get four of them, then it's great as your budget permits it!

Also get at-least 1200 W PSU, 1500W Coolermaster silent pro m2 should be a safe choice.

1. Isn't the Rampage IV a bit old like early 2012 and we are approaching end of 2013... anything better hows asrock x79 extreme.. or can you suggest a latest one ?

2. Your statements are contradicting ... you start the statement with 3 s 780ti and then you say 2... I am planning for 2 and then if required I will add the 3rd ...

3. Ripjaws Z 2400Mhz 4x4GB is what I have planned at the moment, may add another 4x4 if the need be...

4. As for the GPU GTX 780Ti which is better : EVGA, Asus, Zotac ?

5. I can manage to import EVGA GeForce GTX 780Ti Superclocked w/ EVGA ACX Cooler from Europe, is it better than the one's available in the local market ?

Thanks in advance...

 

[ASHISH65]

Let me clear you something :

FSX (with addons) is not about GPU,its all about CPU.70-75% of performance is produced by only CPU in FSX,whereas 25% done by Gpu.Really you won;t need multi gpu setup for this,its completly waste.Focus on cpu here, FSX doesnot use hyperthreading therefore Getting I7 4930K makes more sense than i7 4770k due to extra two cores of 4930k.Its unlocked cpu so you can easily overclock it and results into more framerates in FSX as FSX fps scales nearly 1:1 with cpu clock rate.I would suggest i7 4930k or i7 3930k will also do

For gpu single gtx 780ti is way to go and FSX works well with Nvidia drivers.Remember FSX doesnot respond to Sli/Multigpus setup,infact performance might decrease with sli setup.

For Ram 16GB is more than enough


Get this:

I7 4930k @ 45k

Asus Rampage IV extreme @ 31k

Asus gtx 780ti

here is overcloking review with this mobo - [REVIEW] ASUS Rampage IV Extreme - OC with Ivy Bridge-E (i7 4930K)

 

[abhijeet.ak]

Thanks Ashish... That indeed makes sense hence I will have the 4960X on the board... are you saying I should still go ahead with 4930K ?

How'z the EVGA version i posted up there compared to the Asus...

The reason I want SLI is for other games (Crysis, Farcry, Hitman etc) that I play and for VDO rendering and editing.

Looks like my rig is almost finalised... thanks to all of you up there

 

[ASHISH65]

There is just 2% difference between i7 4930k and i7 4960x.Spending 30k more just slight performance is waste imo.Stick with i7 4930k.

I would stick with Asus due to better service support.

Gtx 780ti can easily handle those games at max settings.No need of another one





Here final rig :

Intel i7 4930K - 45000

Asus Rampage IV Extreme 64GB - 32000

Seasonic X-SS850KM3 - 12820

G.Skill RipjawsZ DDR3 16GB (4 x 4GB) 2400mhz - 21650

Cm Strom Trooper - 14000

Samsung 840Pro 256GB SATA III SSD - 16500

WD Caviar Black 1TBx3 - 18000

Asus gtx 780ti 3gb - 58000

Corsair H110 CPU Cooler - 9400

Asus 16X BD (BW-16D1HT) - 8455

Total - 2,35,600

 

[avinandan012]

buddy you are missing the higher end spectrum.

First of all if you have the space in your house get a projector setup or atleast a tripple monitor setup.

If you play in a projector setup(implemented right) after few minutes you will loose sense of reality

Get a dedicated NAS setup for your storage.

 

[vijju6091]

There is just 2% difference between i7 4930k and i7 4960x.Spending 30k more just slight performance is waste imo.Stick with i7 4930k.

I would stick with Asus due to better service support.

Gtx 780ti can easily handle those games at max settings.No need of another one





Here final rig :

Intel i7 4930K - 45000

Asus Rampage IV Extreme 64GB - 32000

Seasonic X-SS850KM3 - 12820

G.Skill RipjawsZ DDR3 16GB (4 x 4GB) 2400mhz - 21650

Cm Strom Trooper - 14000

Samsung 840Pro 256GB SATA III SSD - 16500

WD Caviar Black 1TBx3 - 18000

Asus gtx 780ti 3gb - 58000

Corsair H110 CPU Cooler - 9400

Asus 16X BD (BW-16D1HT) - 8455

Total - 2,35,600

Z+1 for this rig much balanced now.

 

[abhijeet.ak]

I do have a Projector and a HT setup along with a 12TB NAS in my Video room... (Will soon be converted into Gaming and VDO room, post I buy this rig)....

There is just 2% difference between i7 4930k and i7 4960x.Spending 30k more just slight performance is waste imo.Stick with i7 4930k.

I would stick with Asus due to better service support.

Gtx 780ti can easily handle those games at max settings.No need of another one





Here final rig :

Intel i7 4930K - 45000

Asus Rampage IV Extreme 64GB - 32000

Seasonic X-SS850KM3 - 12820

G.Skill RipjawsZ DDR3 16GB (4 x 4GB) 2400mhz - 21650

Cm Strom Trooper - 14000

Samsung 840Pro 256GB SATA III SSD - 16500

WD Caviar Black 1TBx3 - 18000

Asus gtx 780ti 3gb - 58000

Corsair H110 CPU Cooler - 9400

Asus 16X BD (BW-16D1HT) - 8455

Total - 2,35,600

Thanks Ashish Indeed looks quite balanced now...

The H110 has a waiting period of 10 days instead I am getting a Swiftech H320 for 10K

The 780Ti is available in Zotac, Asus board has a wait period of 6 - 8 days... please suggest weather should i wait or buy the zotac...

I will share the final rig by tommorow EOD once i get all the final prices...

 

[ASHISH65]

yes zotac can be considered + it provides 5 year warranty (after registering on their website)

 

[abhijeet.ak]

yes zotac can be considered + it provides 5 year warranty (after registering on their website)

+ 3 games from Nvidia....

How abt the cooler.. I feel Swiftech H320 is a good deal for 10K... isn't it... I was getting the Corsair 110 for 7.8K

I think performance wise Swiftech is better then Corsair ?

 

[avinandan012]

Is that offer available in India ? cause I didn't get the free game with my nvidia card(offer was Metro LL in nvidia site/ Amazon) but got free game with my AMD card(far cry standard edition).

If noise is no issue then go with air cooling ..

 

[abhijeet.ak]

Is that offer available in India ? cause I didn't get the free game with my nvidia card(offer was Metro LL in nvidia site/ Amazon) but got free game with my AMD card(far cry standard edition).

If noise is no issue then go with air cooling ..

Yes the offer is available in India on 780Ti and Titan...

Air Cooling when I plan to over clock my CPU close to 5Ghz .... will it sustain ?

 

[ACidBaseD]

well, honestly its just to ensure the Mobo supports trends and technologies 1 or 2 yrs down the line... and i need not do the research exercise again or look at updating (not upgrading ) the components ... probably by then my son will also start using this Rig

It's impossible to predict my friend. That's why i always say never go overkill, save money for next upgrade.

It will be a multi-monitor setup, I intend to purchase 3 x 4K resolution UHD monitors... please suggest any if you know.

I can even manage 3 x 1080p 27" Ultrawide IPS trendy panels, however my minimum criteria is 1080p.

I know the cost difference between the two will be quite high.

Also, Mr. Kulkarni you do know that a single 4k monitor costs around 2.5-3lakh rs?

 

[abhijeet.ak]

It's impossible to predict my friend. That's why i always say never go overkill, save money for next upgrade.



Also, Mr. Kulkarni you do know that a single 4k monitor costs around 2.5-3lakh rs?

Hmmm I hv budgeted around 2Lacs x 3 for da 4K monitors..... Moreover m getting the Asus PQ321Q from one of my contact's in Asus US for around USD$ 2850/- the challenge is its size which is 31.5 inch. Accommodating 3 of 32" monitors in my Muvi/VDO room will be an overkill and the room might look cramped as I need space to build a customised Home Cockpit solution around this setup...

Hence I was looking out for max 26-27", lemme know if you come across any... cost shouldn't be a big concern, although a single monitor shouldn't be 10K USD it has to be a realistic figure ... If all fails I will end up buying 1080p

Thanks for your help...

P.S : If I end up buying the normal 1080p panels then probably I will buy 3 of them for less then the cost of 1 4K.... lol....

 

[The Incinerator]

A 2Lac+ rig having a Storm Trooper as a cabinet? Thats Lame.

Intel i7 4930K - 45000 + Asus Rampage IV Extreme 64GB - 32000 = Are you going for LN2 cooling and overclocking competition?

WD Caviar Black 1TBx3 - 18000 = 3 For Storage

Corsair H110 CPU Cooler - 9400 = on a 2 LAC + Rig with Rampage Extreme and 4930K I thought I will see atleast a Swiftech/XSpC/EKWB or at least something using Laing A 2Lac+ Thats Lame again.

And no SLI???? Dump thing you dont need for a gaming pc in your HT room.Go hi end but be sensible.

 

[avinandan012]

or you can contact this guy. He uses custom water cooling solutions & ships world wide .

SINGULARITY COMPUTERS

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[abhijeet.ak]

A 2Lac+ rig having a Storm Trooper as a cabinet? Thats Lame.

Intel i7 4930K - 45000 + Asus Rampage IV Extreme 64GB - 32000 = Are you going for LN2 cooling and overclocking competition?

WD Caviar Black 1TBx3 - 18000 = 3 For Storage

Corsair H110 CPU Cooler - 9400 = on a 2 LAC + Rig with Rampage Extreme and 4930K I thought I will see atleast a Swiftech/XSpC/EKWB or at least something using Laing A 2Lac+ Thats Lame again.

And no SLI???? Dump thing you dont need for a gaming pc in your HT room.Go hi end but be sensible.

I will post the final config soon ... patience is a virtue...

or you can contact this guy. He uses custom water cooling solutions & ships world wide .

SINGULARITY COMPUTERS

[YOUTUBE]Singularity Computers Client Build 10 Build Log: Part 4 - YouTube[/YOUTUBE]

Thanks Man, I will definitely consider... Lemme contact him today...