Video encoding PC mobo, cpu, Ram recommendation please

IceWolf

IceWolf

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Hi guys, it has been a few years since my last build. Still very happy with my PC but my brother needs to upgrade his motherboard, cpu and ram to preferably an i7 with 12-16gb RAM (to take advantage of his hyperthreaded programs). His old core 2 quad is starting to struggle.

Already have a decent Psu, case etc and may be tempted to get him a Samsung Evo SSD C drive for his birthday. Have a windows 7 64 bit CD legit.

He will be running in a hot room 24/7 so no overclocking: looking for stability so I don't have to go over to fix it.

Please recommended a cheap but reliable motherboard, Cpu and RAM to run at stock. Lastly, if it is worth waiting a few months for Skylake to drop prices on current tech he could wait. Budget <£400

Thanks in advance for your help, always found these forums to be the best place for advice :)
 
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I think this is as good as you will get for your budget. Skylake will mean DDR4 & that will mean more expense for not much more performance methinks.

YOUR BASKET
1 x "ReFlex Gigabyte Z97" Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.2GHz Configurable Gaming Bundle £99.00
- 1 x Prolimatech 68 CPU Cooler - 120mm £31.99
- 1 x TeamGroup Vulcan GOLD 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit (TLYED38G1600HC9DC01) £38.99
- 1 x Intel Core i5-4690K 3.50GHz (Devil's Canyon) Socket LGA1150 Processor - OEM £187.99
- 1 x Standard Build Laptops - Approximately 3 to 5 working days £0.00
Total : £367.57 (includes shipping : £8.00 Ex.VAT).

 
Wow, thanks for the quick responses guys :)

I have never used the Teamgroup Vulcan RAM before: I presume it has a reasonable reputation if running at stock? I have had a couple of budget Gigabyte boards in the past without trouble so that all looks great.
 
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