Making a gaming computer

[Inferso]

Is it worth it to invest in higher then 1080p? I mean, does it make that much bang for your buck difference?

 

[anhikilator]

I have the NZXT 810 switch in black. And for me, it's worth getting a 1440p monitor. Lot of space for work and excellent detail while gaming. It's one of those things that once you try, there's no way back.

 

[Inferso]

Do I need changes to my rig to get a monitor that good or no?

 

[anhikilator]

No, you can totally start like that, then add an additional 7970 if you find the games you play are very demanding.

 

[Inferso]

I also need to know if everything in my list is compatible

 

[anhikilator]

Everything is compatible.

 

[Inferso]

I don't need any extra cooling or anything at all? I feel like I am missing something

 

[idkfa]

On the first page it says you have a custom CPU cooler and for 180 bucks I expect the fans that come with the case do fine.

 

[Inferso]

Good, And I like the window on the nzxt switch 810 whoever posted that

 

[Inferso]

By the way, any tips to make it look good on the inside?

 

[idkfa]

anhikilator suggested that case - it really looks nice, kind of sad I already have a case and the nzxt is so expensive

Take your time when building the PC, read or ask if you are not sure. And then most important is cable management. I there should be room on the back of the case where you can hide all the cables. Just browse through the Post pictures of your leet system thread and get some ideas.
Here is my cable management, not the best I think but you get the idea.


And if you like you can replace your fans with LED fans, or use LEDs, cold light cathodes etc. to make it look better the way you want.

 

[anhikilator]

By the way, any tips to make it look good on the inside?

What I really like about the NZXT is all the holes in the motherboard tray to hide the cables. All my cables are being held behind the panel so you only see the cables going from the device to the nearest hole. That what I like, a clear look. So far I have the factory heat sink and I'm embarrassed of showing the pc as is right now. By the end of the month, I'll be buying the h220 and will send you some pics.

 

[Inferso]

Idkfa, I love the look of that green LEDs, I want to get blue I think

 

[anhikilator]

Idkfa, I love the look of that green LEDs, I want to get blue I think

Just as an FYI, the SBZ has a bright red led so keep that in mind if you don't want to have all different colors in your setup!

 

[Inferso]

That is true, what about red and green? I can't think of other good color combination

 

[idkfa]

I own these in green: http://www.ocinside.de/go_e.html?http://www.ocinside.de/html/results/revoltec_cc_twinset.html

They are cheap and cool however I don't where to get them in the USA, or maybe someone knows an aquivalent.

 

[Inferso]

I know I will have to come back after I get set up, for instruction on lighting, lol I'm helpless

 

[anhikilator]

I'd say all read in a black case looks fantastic! Plus... if you getting AMD video card... red is the color that identifies them.

 

[anhikilator]

I own these in green: http://www.ocinside.de/go_e.html?http://www.ocinside.de/html/results/revoltec_cc_twinset.html

They are cheap and cool however I don't where to get them in the USA, or maybe someone knows an aquivalent.

Here! http://www.frozencpu.com/cat/l2/g6/c75/list/p1/Lighting-Cold_Cathode_-_Kits.html

 

[Inferso]

Thanks to both of you! You guys have been a great help, now i have to convince the wife that i need a new gaming computer, she doesn't like me spending money, (even if it is mine)