Heya!
Completely new to all this and the forum but I have a fair idea what I'm doing now thanks to a bit of online research.
Basically - I'm not a gaming person - I am in the process of building this computer for Architectural design work (2D/3D/Photoshop) and processing power is what is most required. Graphics come second but cannot be completely overlooked.
This is my current progress:
i5 3570k
on an H77 ASRock Pro4 Mobo
with 16GB Corsair Vengeange RAM as 4 modules
H60 Watercooler
CX500 Power supply
1TB WD HD (not yet fitted as I was missing a SATA cable)
120GB SSD
All fitted in a Fractal Design £30 Basic Case
I bought an Asus AMD Radeon HD 6670 1GB but it wouldn't physically fit next to the H60 which I had to mount on the side panel - so this was left off. (I fear that this graphics card may not be enough so may upgrade this at a later date too).
I have been testing the PC for a few days now and have found that it isn't much better with softwares and general running than my old HP Pavillion dv6 i5 Laptop, and certainly not as good at multitasking... And with 2 case fans and the H60 I was surprised that even un-OC'd it was still getting as high as 63 degrees performing some of my high processor requiring renders. I realize that this is still very safe levels but I expected lower from watercooling.
I then researched the Mobo (that my brother (who i wrongly assumed was a computer whizz) chose for me) only to find that it can only be OC'd to 3.8Ghz which the i5 3750k will do on its turbo boost thingy anyway.
So as my Dad will be getting his PC built soon, I decided I will bundle all the bits I am upgrading onto him to save returning them as he doesn't need much from his computer and never pushes its processor.
Soooooooooooooooo...
Firstly ordered a bigger case as space was a big issue: Corsair Carbide 300R with loads of fan space
To sort the Mobo I opted for the AsRock Z77 Extreme4 as lots of OC'ers seem to use it with this processor and also as I hope that by sticking with the same brand and pre-installing the drivers etc. I may be able to transfer my OS without having to redo it all again.
Also decided that the H60 wasn't going to be enough so opted for the H100. (I know it is hard to fit in the 300R but I intend to put the Rad on the outside and fans on the inside (I'm not fussed on aesthetics) so it will fit fine.
The case comes with a front Corsair 140mm and a rear 120mm - I decided to fill all the fan slots so bought another Corsair 140mm for the front, a pair of Corsair 120mm's for the side and the H100 will go in the top.
I plan to have the rear fan and the side fan closest to the rear as out-takes and the rest as in-takes as I have 3d modeled them and this produces the best airflow throughout and best cooling potential.
Also chosen to get a multi-fan controller (will leave the H100 to be self managed by the system as it probably knows best
- unless it is fairly quiet on full whack) but I want to balance airflow and noise from the fans myself as I don't want a constant noise when I'm just surfing or using iPlayer for example.
Got the rest of my things hopefully arriving by courier 2moro so will get them built up and will be having a go at an OC in the evening.
What Multiplier and Voltage would be good pair of figures to start with? I understand it will be a bit of trial and error on my behalf as all processors aren't made equal. But I don't want to spend forever testing - rebooting - testing - rebooting ... and still being miles off a "sweet spot" so if a fairly close estimate can be offered it would be helpful and save me some time.
Cheers for any help and advice in advance
Completely new to all this and the forum but I have a fair idea what I'm doing now thanks to a bit of online research.
Basically - I'm not a gaming person - I am in the process of building this computer for Architectural design work (2D/3D/Photoshop) and processing power is what is most required. Graphics come second but cannot be completely overlooked.
This is my current progress:
i5 3570k
on an H77 ASRock Pro4 Mobo
with 16GB Corsair Vengeange RAM as 4 modules
H60 Watercooler
CX500 Power supply
1TB WD HD (not yet fitted as I was missing a SATA cable)
120GB SSD
All fitted in a Fractal Design £30 Basic Case
I bought an Asus AMD Radeon HD 6670 1GB but it wouldn't physically fit next to the H60 which I had to mount on the side panel - so this was left off. (I fear that this graphics card may not be enough so may upgrade this at a later date too).
I have been testing the PC for a few days now and have found that it isn't much better with softwares and general running than my old HP Pavillion dv6 i5 Laptop, and certainly not as good at multitasking... And with 2 case fans and the H60 I was surprised that even un-OC'd it was still getting as high as 63 degrees performing some of my high processor requiring renders. I realize that this is still very safe levels but I expected lower from watercooling.
I then researched the Mobo (that my brother (who i wrongly assumed was a computer whizz) chose for me) only to find that it can only be OC'd to 3.8Ghz which the i5 3750k will do on its turbo boost thingy anyway.
So as my Dad will be getting his PC built soon, I decided I will bundle all the bits I am upgrading onto him to save returning them as he doesn't need much from his computer and never pushes its processor.
Soooooooooooooooo...
Firstly ordered a bigger case as space was a big issue: Corsair Carbide 300R with loads of fan space
To sort the Mobo I opted for the AsRock Z77 Extreme4 as lots of OC'ers seem to use it with this processor and also as I hope that by sticking with the same brand and pre-installing the drivers etc. I may be able to transfer my OS without having to redo it all again.
Also decided that the H60 wasn't going to be enough so opted for the H100. (I know it is hard to fit in the 300R but I intend to put the Rad on the outside and fans on the inside (I'm not fussed on aesthetics) so it will fit fine.
The case comes with a front Corsair 140mm and a rear 120mm - I decided to fill all the fan slots so bought another Corsair 140mm for the front, a pair of Corsair 120mm's for the side and the H100 will go in the top.
I plan to have the rear fan and the side fan closest to the rear as out-takes and the rest as in-takes as I have 3d modeled them and this produces the best airflow throughout and best cooling potential.
Also chosen to get a multi-fan controller (will leave the H100 to be self managed by the system as it probably knows best
- unless it is fairly quiet on full whack) but I want to balance airflow and noise from the fans myself as I don't want a constant noise when I'm just surfing or using iPlayer for example.Got the rest of my things hopefully arriving by courier 2moro so will get them built up and will be having a go at an OC in the evening.
What Multiplier and Voltage would be good pair of figures to start with? I understand it will be a bit of trial and error on my behalf as all processors aren't made equal. But I don't want to spend forever testing - rebooting - testing - rebooting ... and still being miles off a "sweet spot" so if a fairly close estimate can be offered it would be helpful and save me some time.
Cheers for any help and advice in advance
