Apollo Setup 2.2kPost Date: 2015-03-06 |
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mjm196 
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 Topic: Apollo Setup 2.2kPosted: 06 Mar 2015 at 3:13am |
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Budget: [Around $2200] Expectations: [Enjoy games on max setting 1920x1080p] Usage: [Everyday gaming and college PC] Special Needs: [I switched the MB out for the ASUS Z97M-PLUS and I think that will work fine with everything including the monitor. I guess I tried to build this computer around being able to be upgraded in the future if needed. What do you guys think of this build and is there anything I should change or consider? Thanks] Saved Ticket #: [1158795] Specifications: [Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Digital Storm Apollo Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish Processor: Intel Core i5 4690K 3.50 GHz (Codename Devils Canyon) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core) Motherboard: ASUS Z97M-PLUS (Intel Z97 Chipset) (MATX) System Memory: 8GB DDR3 1600MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series (Highly Recommended) (Hand Tested) Power Supply: 750W Corsair CX750M Expansion Bay: - No Thanks Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x) Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (120GB Samsung 850 EVO) Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (1TB Seagate) Storage Set 3: - No Thanks RAID Config: - No Thanks RAID Card: - No Thanks Internet Access: Wireless PCI-E ASUS PCE-N53 (Dual Band Performance) (Supports 802.11n/g/b) Graphics Card(s): 1x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 4GB (Includes PhysX) Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio HPC Processor: - No Thanks Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Digital Storm Vortex 120mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler (High-Performance Edition) H20 Tube Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a FrostChill or Sub-Zero LCS Cooling System Selected Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans Internal Lighting: Remote Controlled LED Lighting System (Multiple color options and lighting effects) Airflow Control: - No Thanks Chassis Mods: - No Thanks Noise Reduction: - No Thanks LaserMark: - No Thanks Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock CPU 4.0GHz to 4.4GHz Boost Graphics Card(s): - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s) Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory Boost OS: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (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) Office: - No Thanks Game: - No Thanks Display: Asus 24 inch VG248QE Series (144Hz Refresh Rate) (Black) (1ms Response Time) (LED Backlight) Surge Shield: APC SurgeArrest Personal PER7 (7 Outlet) 120V Surge Protector Speakers: - No Thanks Keyboard: - No Thanks Mouse: - No Thanks Portable Gaming: - No Thanks Branded Gear: - No Thanks 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)] Edited by mjm196 - 06 Mar 2015 at 3:13am |
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bprat22
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 4:59am |
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Hi mjm196... That's a real nice build.
 The only suggestion I have is to swap the Seagate HDD for the Western Digital Black for another $19. A better drive with better warranty.Looks good and good luck.  |
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Gnicky
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 7:21am |
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I would specify that the RAM be 2x4GB sticks so you can add another 2xGB sticks later.
Oops never mind - I see that the option already specifies 2x4GB sticks Edited by Gnicky - 06 Mar 2015 at 7:22am |
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mjm196
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 4:27pm |
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Would this setup be better for future component upgrades compared to the Vanquish II ultimate?
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 4:49pm |
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Vanquish II Ultimate would actually be better for upgradeability, due to the use of a full size ATX motherboard that can handle SLI. You can change the motherboard on the Apollo configuration to match, if you wanted.
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bprat22
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 4:49pm |
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Your build and the Vanquish level 4 have almost identical performance and upgrade potential. The Vanquish lvl 4 does have a motherboard able to sli, 2x video card, and your mobo doesn't. Your build has the larger psu. For the money, the Vanquish level 4 is a better deal.
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mjm196
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 5:45pm |
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On the gigabyte Z97X-SLI it says 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz on the specs.
Should I be looking at a different monitor regarding the Asus 24 inch VG248QE Series (144Hz Refresh Rate) in terms of compatability? |
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bprat22
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Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 6:10pm |
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You'll be connecting the monitor cable to the gtx 970's video ports and not the motherboard's port, so no problem at all. You'd be good to go.
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