£350 (ish) for just CPU, Mobo, Ram..

Solarius · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:07

Hey Guys,

I am after a machine I can do CAD/CAS designs and rendering, something that will be ok with the odd game (so can still use my old Radeon HD4890) and will be good value for money. I will certainly like it if I can overclock it also...

So, I am thinking these parts:

Intel Core i5-3570K 3.40GHz (Ivybridge) - Retail - £185
Gigabyte Z77-D3H Intel Z77 (Socket 1155) DDR3 Motherboard - £79
Patriot Viper Xtreme 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C8 1600MHz - £72

This comes to £347 with VAT.
Is there any better choice or recommendations as to parts guys?

Thank you!
Luke

stulid · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:11

The RAM is tall with those heatspreaders, adding a aftermarket heatsink in the future will be difficult unless you select one of those closed loop water coolers.

With the stock Intel heatsink you are looking at 4Ghz± with the temps being fine.

Jayster · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:17

I cant see a better choice than that unless you want to spend more or go used.

Solarius · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:27

Thank you for the quick replies guys, really appreciated.

Do you think something like this:

Antec Kúhler H2O 620 CPU Watercooler
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-005-AN

Would make a massive difference then over the stock cooler and would be a worthwhile purchase at the same time?

LukieBoy007 · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:35

Yes there would be a huge difference over the stock cooler.
If you wanted an air cooler instead, this RAM will do:
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1 x TeamGroup Elite 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C11 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit (TED316G1600HC11DC) £79.99
Total : £88.69 (includes shipping : £7.25).

Jayster · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:45

Yes that cooler will make a massive difference, it will be much quieter than the stock cooler and allow for a higher overclock.

If you are looking at air coolers this, this and this are all great choices.

The Gelid Tranquillo is another popular choice for people on a stricter budget.

Solarius · 31 Jul 2012 at 18:58

Again, many thanks for the replies. I see myself spending closer to £400 now then for the right kit, will be a great upgrade from my E6600!

LukieBoy007 · 31 Jul 2012 at 19:01

Will be definitely worth it