Will This Build Stream HQ Games? HELP

Samuel Kenny · 10 Nov 2017 at 08:25

Hi, I want to build a powerful gaming desktop so that I can more reliably livestream games. The most demanding game I would currently stream is Overwatch. Here is my build:

Case
GAME MAX FALCON BLACK GAMING CASE (RGB LED)
Processor (CPU)
AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Six Core CPU (3.6GHz-4.0GHz/19MB CACHE/AM4)
Motherboard
ASUS® STRIX B350-F GAMING (DDR4, USB 3.0, 6Gb/s)

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Memory (RAM)
16GB Corsair VENGEANCE DDR4 2666MHz (2 x 8GB)
Graphics Card
8GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1070 - DVI, HDMI, 3 x DP - GeForce GTX VR Ready!
1st Hard Disk
500GB Samsung 850 EVO 2.5" SSD, SATA 6Gb/s (upto 540MB/sR | 520MB/sW)

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2nd Hard Disk
2TB SEAGATE BARRACUDA PRO 3.5", 7200 RPM 128MB CACHE
DVD/BLU-RAY Drive
24x DUAL LAYER DVD WRITER ±R/±RW/RAM
Power Supply
CORSAIR 750W TXm SERIES™ SEMI-MODULAR 80 PLUS® GOLD, ULTRA QUIET
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Processor Cooling
STANDARD AMD CPU COOLER
Thermal Paste
STANDARD THERMAL PASTE FORSUFFICIENT COOLING
Extra Case Fans
2x 120mm Black Case Fan (configuredto extract from rear/roof)
Sound Card
ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)
Wireless/Wired Networking
WIRELESS 802.11 AC1200 867Mbps/5GHz, 300Mbps/2.4GHz PCI-E CARD
USB Options
MIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS
Operating System
Genuine Windows 10 Home 64 Bit - inc DVD & Single Licence
Operating System Language
United Kingdom - English Language
Office Software
NO OFFICE SOFTWARE
Anti-Virus
NO ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE
Browser
Google Chrome™
Monitor
AOC G2778VQ 27" LED Gaming Monitor
Keyboard & Mouse
CoolerMaster Devastator III Combo Keyboard and Mouse
Speakers
Creative Inspire T3300 2.1 Speaker System
Warranty
3 Year Standard Warranty (1 Month Collect & Return, 1 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour)
Delivery
STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
Build Time
Standard Build - Approximately 8 to 10 working days

Seem adequete?

TWiNKLeT0Es · 10 Nov 2017 at 09:23

I would say you could save some money on dropping the PSU to a lower wattage but im unaware as to how cpu hungry Overwatch is.

Samuel Kenny · 10 Nov 2017 at 12:30

Yeah, I've upped the PSU a bit from the recommended. The price difference is so small that I'd rather be overestimating. Thanks though.

subbytna · 10 Nov 2017 at 13:39

Depending on what BIOS your mobo will take, you should really look to maximise the RAM speeds to a minimum of 3000 default. I'm sure you can tweak the RAM to get 3000 stuff without it being too much of a budget change. That Strix board has had 3200 Ram work on it with a bit of tweaking.

subbytna · 10 Nov 2017 at 13:42

Gigabyte AB350 - Check that board out too...

orbitalwalsh · 10 Nov 2017 at 14:26

Serious streaming, then you get a second budget rig or stream)recording card

Pushing Ryzen 1700

Samuel Kenny · 10 Nov 2017 at 15:37

I can change the RAM without the cost changing too much.

I don't have that board as an option here.

Maybe I'll do the budget rig idea if this fails.

mistersprinkles · 11 Nov 2017 at 02:07

TWiNKLeT0Es said:
I would say you could save some money on dropping the PSU to a lower wattage but im unaware as to how cpu hungry Overwatch is.

Not very.

Safetytrousers · 11 Nov 2017 at 03:46

orbitalwalsh said:
Serious streaming, then you get a second budget rig or stream)recording card
Pushing Ryzen 1700

A 1700 system streams just fine as I expect a 1600x will as well. And if you game at 1440p if you use a capture card you will have to game at 1080p (until the Elgato 4k comes out at £359.95).
I'm sure there are YouTube videos that assess the streaming performance of a 1600x system.
And if you are starting to stream it would be crazy to splash out an elaborate set up before you realize nobody will watch you.
I've been round the whole process, but having my second PC has come in very handy to let my main PC mine while not gaming.

Samuel Kenny · 11 Nov 2017 at 09:36

Cool, thanks. I already stream and have a small committed community. My laptop recently had some repairs and has meant a huge drop in my quality, that's why I'm pushing for a reliable desktop build.