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abhidev
abhidev Original post #1
Jul 2, 2013 at 8:04 PM
Well all my curent components are listed in my siggy.

I want to upgrade/buy cpu(intel only), mobo, RAM, cpu cooler, 1tb HDD

1. What is the purpose of the computer? What all applications and games are you going to run? (Stupid answers like 'gaming' or 'office work' will not work. Be exact. Which games? Which applications? Avoid the word 'et cetera.')
Ans:I'll be mainly using the PC for media, gaming, software development tools, web surfing.

2. What is your overall budget? If you can extend a bit for a more balanced configuration, then mention this too.
Ans:35k - 37k

3. Planning to overclock?
Ans: Not really unless its requierd, as and when the softwares/games demand it.

4. Which Operating System are you planning to use?
Ans: windos 7

5. How much hard drive space is needed?
Ans: I already have a 500gb seagate...I am thinking of getting 1tb more

6. Do you want to buy a monitor? If yes, please mention which screen size and resolution do you want. If you already have a monitor and want to reuse it, again mention the size and resolution of monitor you have.
Ans: no. I have a LG 21.5" monitor

7. Which components you DON'T want to buy or which components you already have and plan on reusing?
Ans: graphics card ATI Radeon HD 5770, logitec keyboard, microsoft mouse, cabinet(HAF 922), PSU(Corsair VX550)

8. When are you planning to buy the system?
Ans: next week probably if the build/budget gets finalised then.

9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
Ans: yes

10. Where do you live? Are you buying locally? Are you open to buying stuff from online shops if you don't get locally?
Ans: buying locally mostly from Lamington RD

11. Anything else which you would like to say?
Ans: Want best performance possible in that budget. Also should I consider the new Haswell processor?
Chaitanya
Jul 2, 2013 at 8:35 PM
FX 8350 @ 12k
ASUS m5a97 r2.0 evo @ 7k
RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
Seasonic S12II 620W @ 5.5k
Toshiba / WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k

Total : 35.2k
ankush28
Jul 2, 2013 at 9:53 PM
WD blue 1TB is only 3.9k
You should think about haswell only if you dont want OC in this budget or stick with FX
btw do you want to buy cabinet, dvd writer?
if yes NZXT gamma and asus 24x
abhidev
abhidev #4
Jul 3, 2013 at 12:23 PM
sorry guys...forgot to mention more details, have updated the post.

WD blue 1TB is only 3.9k
You should think about haswell only if you dont want OC in this budget or stick with FX
btw do you want to buy cabinet, dvd writer?
if yes NZXT gamma and asus 24x

I already have a HAF 922 cabinet

FX 8350 @ 12k
ASUS m5a97 r2.0 evo @ 7k
RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
Seasonic S12II 620W @ 5.5k
Toshiba / WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k

Total : 35.2k

forgot to mention that I would prefer only Intel cpus
truegenius
Jul 3, 2013 at 12:23 PM
intel i5-3570 Rs13k
intel DZ75ML 45K Rs4.5k
gskill sniper 1600mhz cl9 8GB (2x4GB) Rs4.5k
wd caviar black 1TB 5.5k
coolermaster hyper 212 evo Rs2.5k or if your cabinet is not big enough the hyper tx3 evo for Rs1.5k heatsink

~29-30k total
ankush28
Jul 3, 2013 at 1:08 PM
where is psu??^^
seasonic s12 620
abhidev
abhidev #7
Jul 3, 2013 at 1:35 PM
where is psu??^^
seasonic s12 620
I already have Corsair vx550 psu

intel i5-3570 Rs13k
intel DZ75ML 45K Rs4.5k
gskill sniper 1600mhz cl9 8GB (2x4GB) Rs4.5k
wd caviar black 1TB 5.5k
coolermaster hyper 212 evo Rs2.5k or if your cabinet is not big enough the hyper tx3 evo for Rs1.5k heatsink

~29-30k total

I am wondering if I should go for i5 Haswell or i7 ivybridge :|

Also guys I would prefer Asus mobos :)
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #10
Jul 3, 2013 at 1:57 PM
Why i5 ?? FX 8350 is better then top end i5 while being 4k cheaper @ same time
AnandTech | Bench - CPU

Well if you can get a new & better one why not to replace??(PSU)

If you want intel anyway then
*www.theitdepot.com/details-Asus+Z87-K+32GB+DDR3+Intel+Motherboard_C13P18077.html @ 12k

*www.primeabgb.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=5751&category_id=122&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=53 @ 17k
rest remain same as in my suggested config
abhidev
abhidev #11
Jul 3, 2013 at 6:20 PM
I don't know maan I am bit hesitant and confused :confused:...lets wait for others to post in their suggestions too...

Also has anyone use ASUS P8Z77-V ???
avinandan012
Jul 3, 2013 at 6:54 PM
650Ti Boost 1GB is available for 12K. In case you want an decent GPU.
abhidev
abhidev #14
Jul 3, 2013 at 9:50 PM
That psu is really very good one and of VX high endseries.No need to get new one :wink:

yeaa...n I think 550w is enough for this setup

650Ti Boost 1GB is available for 12K. In case you want an decent GPU.

I don't think my old gpu will gv me any decent offer if I sell it...and anyways its able to handle current games nicely..so will keep the gpu as it is for now ;)
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #16
Jul 4, 2013 at 1:59 AM
yeaa...n I think 550w is enough for this setup

Silly me.. :-D

:blackeye::facepalm::ashamed: I confused it for CX series.. Sorry



BTW what abt AMD vs Intel?? What you have to say??
In 16k range HD 7870 is recommended
or
GTX 660 in 13k range
abhidev
abhidev #17
Jul 4, 2013 at 11:42 AM
guys please leave the graphics card aside for now :D and help me with other components...

all the other experts...pls give in ur advice
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #18
Jul 4, 2013 at 12:12 PM
FX 8350 @ 12k
ASUS m5a97 r2.0 evo @ 7k
RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
Seasonic S12II 620W @ 5.5k
Toshiba / WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k

Total : 35.2k

I still suggest this.
abhidev
abhidev #19
Jul 4, 2013 at 12:57 PM
New Build

Processor = ?
Mobo = ?
RAM = RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
HDD = WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #20
Jul 4, 2013 at 1:02 PM
AMD FX 8350 @ 12k
ASUS M5A97 evo R2.0 @7k



If you want intel anyway then
ASUS Z87-K @ 12k

i5-4670k @ 17k
truegenius
Jul 4, 2013 at 2:37 PM
I am wondering if I should go for i5 Haswell or i7 ivybridge :|

Also guys I would prefer Asus mobos :)

haswell provides only 5-10% more per clock performance in comparision to ivy bridge
so instead of lower clocked haswell, go with higher clocked ivy bridge

and if you go high clocked haswell route then it won't be that much vfm

so in below rig include an asus board upto 11k to keep it in 35k budget

intel i5-3570 Rs13k
gskill sniper 1600mhz cl9 8GB (2x4GB) Rs4.5k
wd caviar black 1TB 5.5k
coolermaster hyper 212 evo Rs2.5k or if your cabinet is not big enough the hyper tx3 evo for Rs1.5k heatsink

~24.5-25.5k total

with z75 or z77 chipset board, you can overclock 3570 (non-k) to 4ghz base + turbo
which is good overclock for long run
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #22
Jul 4, 2013 at 2:39 PM
But don't you think FX 8350 would be much better idea ??
harshilsharma63
Jul 4, 2013 at 3:52 PM
Although I think FX 8350 will be better performer, but anyways:

i5 4430 (13000)
Asus H87M-E (7880)
G.Skill RipjwasX 4 GB (2200)
WD Blue 1 TB (3800)

toatl: 26880

no need of aftermarket cooler for this
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #24
Jul 4, 2013 at 3:56 PM
@abhidev: Send a PM to Cilus (he has very good knowledge in PC hardware) and point to this thread.

I wonder how much HD5770 will sync (performancewise) with newGen system which u r upgrading
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #25
Jul 4, 2013 at 4:10 PM
If you want intel anyway then
ASUS Z87-K @ 12k

i5-4670k @ 17k

Although I think FX 8350 will be better performer, but anyways:

i5 4430 (13000)
Asus H87M-E (7880)
G.Skill RipjwasX 4 GB (2200)
WD Blue 1 TB (3800)

toatl: 26880

no need of aftermarket cooler for this
already suggested a better CPU & mobo combo..

@abhidev: Send a PM to Cilus (he has very good knowledge in PC hardware) and point to this thread.

I wonder how much HD5770 will sync (performancewise) with newGen system which u r upgrading
very much identical to HD 7750
AnandTech | Bench - GPU12
abhidev
abhidev #26
Jul 4, 2013 at 6:33 PM
ok here is the updated one
New Build

Processor = Intel Core i5-4670K - 16.5k OR Intel Core i5-3570K - 14.9k (which one is ideal)
Mobo = ?
RAM = RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k OR gskill sniper 1600mhz cl9 8GB (2x4GB) Rs4.5k (what's the diff)
HDD = WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k
truegenius
Jul 4, 2013 at 7:52 PM
ok here is the updated one
New Build
RAM = RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k OR gskill sniper 1600mhz cl9 8GB (2x4GB) Rs4.5k (what's the diff)

i didnt tried the ripjawsx
but since its cheaper and same specs so it sounds better vfm

i found that gskill sniper overclocks very good
1600mhz cl9 @1.5v gskill sniper overclocked to 2ghz cl10 @1.6v on an amd phenom 1090t platform (phenom aren't ram speed friendly)
(check attachment for prime95, jedec profiles, overclocked settings, i ran the test for 7 minutes only because temps already crossed the limit of 60 (temperature 2))

its another point is that it have jedec profile for over 1333mhz (for comparision, corsair vangence lacks this) due to which it sets itself @1.6ghz at first boot while vangence needs manual tweaking
so tell someone to post ripjawsx jedec profile shot for more detailed comparision

personally i like sniper's design too
Cilus
Cilus #28
Jul 4, 2013 at 9:40 PM
IMO, the AMD configuration suggested by Chaitanya is the one you should get.
abhidev
abhidev #29
Jul 4, 2013 at 9:46 PM
IMO, the AMD configuration suggested by Chaitanya is the one you should get.

It has heating problems right?? I don't know why but I am bit hesitant and now more confused :(
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #30
Jul 4, 2013 at 10:23 PM
LOL..
It's default heatsink is very nice & keeps cool even for small overclocks..

If you are worried of overheating then read overheating of Haswell CPU's
Cilus
Cilus #31
Jul 4, 2013 at 11:32 PM
It has heating problems right?? I don't know why but I am bit hesitant and now more confused :(

A CPU does have higher power consumption does not mean it has heating issues. The idle power consumption of Piledriver Processors are almost identical to Sandy Bridge Processors and the temperature will be like 26 to 29 degree C with the stock cooler. With highest load, say all 8 cores at 100%, at stock speed, the temperature will be like 60 to 62 degree Celsius.
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #32
Jul 4, 2013 at 11:34 PM
Yeah heat generation is independent of rate of flow of heat.
truegenius
Jul 5, 2013 at 12:54 AM
It has heating problems right?? I don't know why but I am bit hesitant and now more confused :(
don't wory about heating, in amd rig suggested by chaitanya he already included a best vfm aftermarket cooler which will keep it cool

FX 8350 @ 12k
ASUS m5a97 r2.0 evo @ 7k
RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
Seasonic S12II 620W @ 5.5k
Toshiba / WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k

Total : 35.2k
abhidev
abhidev #34
Jul 5, 2013 at 12:42 PM
i didnt tried the ripjawsx
but since its cheaper and same specs so it sounds better vfm

i found that gskill sniper overclocks very good
1600mhz cl9 @1.5v gskill sniper overclocked to 2ghz cl10 @1.6v on an amd phenom 1090t platform (phenom aren't ram speed friendly)
(check attachment for prime95, jedec profiles, overclocked settings, i ran the test for 7 minutes only because temps already crossed the limit of 60 (temperature 2))

its another point is that it have jedec profile for over 1333mhz (for comparision, corsair vangence lacks this) due to which it sets itself @1.6ghz at first boot while vangence needs manual tweaking
so tell someone to post ripjawsx jedec profile shot for more detailed comparision

personally i like sniper's design too

hey thanks for the detailed info :) ...well also read on the internet that some had problems fitting the ripjaws near the cooler and some said they managed to fit it as they are not too tall...is that so??

A CPU does have higher power consumption does not mean it has heating issues. The idle power consumption of Piledriver Processors are almost identical to Sandy Bridge Processors and the temperature will be like 26 to 29 degree C with the stock cooler. With highest load, say all 8 cores at 100%, at stock speed, the temperature will be like 60 to 62 degree Celsius.

check this out

But don't you think FX 8350 would be much better idea ??

just saw this and this...
harshilsharma63
Jul 5, 2013 at 12:54 PM
just saw this and this...

Performance using all cores: FX 8350 won.
Single core performance: i5 4670k won, but name any three software which require considerable processing power and are still single-threaded.
Overclocking: FX 8350 won (though you'll nit need to overclock it really, just for the fun of it :))
Value: i5 4670k won., but that's on the basis of foreign prices, not Indian prices.

And FX 8350 based system costs less than an equivalent intel based system. And with fixed budget, you can accommodate a better graphic card with fx 8350 than with an Intel based config.
abhidev
abhidev #36
Jul 5, 2013 at 1:02 PM
Performance using all cores: FX 8350 won.
Single core performance: i5 4670k won, but name any three software which require considerable processing power and are still single-threaded.
Overclocking: FX 8350 won (though you'll nit need to overclock it really, just for the fun of it :))
Value: i5 4670k won., but that's on the basis of foreign prices, not Indian prices.

And FX 8350 based system costs less than an equivalent intel based system. And with fixed budget, you can accommodate a better graphic card with fx 8350 than with an Intel based config.

but from a long term perspective isn't the LGA1150 based cpu preferred as the next version Intel cpu are gonna use the same....well its also true that this can change anytime and its not that I am gonna upgrade every year :/??
avinandan012
Jul 5, 2013 at 3:15 PM
^ only if you are thinking to upgrade the processor
abhidev
abhidev #38
Jul 5, 2013 at 3:44 PM
Others pls give ur inputs too....I'll be buying the components tomorrow or else I'll have to wait till the next weekend :(
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #39
Jul 5, 2013 at 3:45 PM
AM3+ socket is future proof too as Steamroller will be using same socket
Cilus
Cilus #40
Jul 5, 2013 at 3:47 PM
That is an advantage for AMD too right. They already confirmed that Steam Roller is also going to be compatible with AM3+ socket.
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #41
Jul 5, 2013 at 3:51 PM
If OP is inclined more to intel then lets give him a better intel option.
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #43
Jul 5, 2013 at 4:31 PM
if op can afford i5 4670k then he ​should go with it ,otherwise tight on budget fx 8350 is choice
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #44
Jul 5, 2013 at 4:36 PM
if op can afford i5 4670k then he ​should go with it ,otherwise tight on budget fx 8350 is choice

i5-4670k fails miserably in impressing me..
AnandTech | Bench - CPU

Coz
1.costly
2.requires a mobo that is equally costly
3.requires a generous cooling solution.

IMO op should save more in this department & get a better GFX
ASHISH65
ASHISH65 #45
Jul 5, 2013 at 5:00 PM
Intel Core i5-3570K advantages

-This cpu has unlocked clock multiplier. The CPU can be freely overclocked on most motherboards if greater performance is required.

-The Intel i5-3570K is 8% more energy efficient.

Intel Core i5-4670K advantages

-Single-threaded performance of the CPU is higher.

-The Intel Core i5-4670K is 6% faster in multi-threaded programs.

-Memory performance of the processor is better.

-The i5-4670K includes AVX2 instructions, introduced in the recent past. These extensions are not broadly used by applications yet, but their support should improve in future apps.

-FMA3 instructions are enabled on this CPU. This technology is only available on AMD cpu, for that reason it may not get broad support from software vendors.

-The 4670K is less energy efficient under load, because Intel integrated VRM on the chip. It has lower idle power, but the comparison is for the maximum power consumption. Total system power consumption could be the same, though, but I can't confirm it.

- you can upgrade to Next gen cpu Broadwell

its on op which to get ivy or haswell :wink:
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #46
Jul 5, 2013 at 6:31 PM
well if op wants intel only i5-3570k is more sensible .. Now don't say anything about future upgrades
truegenius
Jul 5, 2013 at 7:12 PM
since op is using hd5770 so any of these is more than enough (even ivy too) and these are far better than e4500
and op's usages are not that cpu heavy
though i am inclined towards i5 because of its ipc ,tdp and current performance advantage

hey thanks for the detailed info :) ...well also read on the internet that some had problems fitting the ripjaws near the cooler and some said they managed to fit it as they are not too tall...is that so??
in dual fan setup hyper 212 evo may have ram clearance problem, you can solve it buy sliding the fan up which is near ram
cilius have ripjawsx and hyper 212 plus, he can tell this more precisely

ripjawsx height 40mm (lower heatsink)
sniper height 42mm
abhidev
abhidev #48
Jul 5, 2013 at 8:50 PM
thanks guys for your inputs on processor... since I am more inclined towards Intel and also everywhere on the internet it say its better than AMD for gaming but not so better in the multi threaded programs than AMD....I will go for Intel Haswell since its just 1.5k more than i5 3570k(why not get a new one ??).

So here's the updated build

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16.5k
Mobo = ?
RAM = RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k
HDD = WD 1 tb @ 4.5k
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Total = 27.2k

Now what remains is the mobo??? So guys pls put in ur inputs fast as I'll be going tomorrow for the purchase... :)
abhidev
abhidev #50
Jul 5, 2013 at 10:24 PM
how is Asus Gryphone ???
truegenius
Jul 5, 2013 at 10:40 PM
here are other options to consider
asrock z87 extreme 3 or z87M extreme 4 or z87 extreme 4 (non-asus options though)
abhidev
abhidev #52
Jul 5, 2013 at 11:06 PM
here are other options to consider
asrock z87 extreme 3 or z87M extreme 4 or z87 extreme 4 (non-asus options though)

thanx man...but I would prefer ASUS mobos only as they have better build quality IMO :) Can you suggest ASUS mobos....
Cilus
Cilus #53
Jul 6, 2013 at 8:18 AM
Asus Gryphone should be your choice.
abhidev
abhidev #55
Jul 6, 2013 at 8:49 AM
But it will overshoot budget..

yes I figured that :cry: the total goes to arnd 42k :shock:

I checked the online prices and here what they are

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16.5k --> Online(17.1k)
Mobo = Asus Gryphone(14.3) OR Asus Z87-k(11.4k)
RAM = RipjawsX(8GB CL9) @ 4k --> Online(5k)
HDD = WD 1 tb @ 4.5k --> Online(5k)
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2.2k --> Online(2.5k)
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Total = 27.2k
The Incinerator
Jul 6, 2013 at 9:18 AM
About 95 people out of 100 never really upgrade the processor. Its the Graphic card that people upgrade after a point of time. So its useless brain whacking over a processor.

Get a good processor and any good one in production now will see you past 3 to 5 years atleast if not more. I still know PRO people doing graphics with 790 Ultra, Q9650 but latest Quadros!!!
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #57
Jul 6, 2013 at 11:52 AM
About 95 people out of 100 never really upgrade the processor. Its the Graphic card that people upgrade after a point of time. So its useless brain whacking over a processor.

Get a good processor and any good one in production now will see you past 3 to 5 years atleast if not more. I still know PRO people doing graphics with 790 Ultra, Q9650 but latest Quadros!!!

Exactly mate good point out there.. ;-)
abhidev
abhidev #58
Jul 6, 2013 at 7:44 PM
About 95 people out of 100 never really upgrade the processor. Its the Graphic card that people upgrade after a point of time. So its useless brain whacking over a processor.

Get a good processor and any good one in production now will see you past 3 to 5 years atleast if not more. I still know PRO people doing graphics with 790 Ultra, Q9650 but latest Quadros!!!

True that :) but when you think of investing in something you always think of long term and all the other possibilities even when you know you are not actually going to do any of that but you think "it's good to have" ;P
abhidev
abhidev #59
Jul 6, 2013 at 7:49 PM
Well guys, just got back from Lamington road and got the following parts...searched a lot and none of them had the 4th gen i5 except Primeabgb :) but unfortunately didn't get the desired motherboard viz Asus Gryphone or Asus Z87 A

So here's the new build

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16500
Mobo = Asus Gryphone(14.3) OR Asus Z87-A(13.6k) - Pending
RAM = RipjawsX(2x4GB CL9 1600Mhz) @ 5000
HDD = WD 1 tb Black 5350
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2175
Tp link USB WiFi adapter at 600
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Total = 29625
harshilsharma63
Jul 6, 2013 at 9:03 PM
Well guys, just got back from Lamington road and got the following parts...searched a lot and none of them had the 4th gen i5 except Primeabgb :) but unfortunately didn't get the desired motherboard viz Asus Gryphone or Asus Z87 A

So here's the new build

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16500
Mobo = Asus Gryphone(14.3) OR Asus Z87-A(13.6k) - Pending
RAM = RipjawsX(2x4GB CL9 1600Mhz) @ 5000
HDD = WD 1 tb Black 5350
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2175
Tp link USB WiFi adapter at 600
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Total = 29625

very expensive. 1Tb HDD is available for 3800 even on flipkart. didn't see its WD Black.
abhidev
abhidev #61
Jul 7, 2013 at 6:39 PM
very expensive. 1Tb HDD is available for 3800 even on flipkart. didn't see its WD Black.

It's definitely not WD black :)

guys are all the rates fine or did I pay extra??

Also pls suggest which mobo to go for

Asus Gryphone or Asus Z87-A?
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #62
Jul 8, 2013 at 2:54 PM
Well guys, just got back from Lamington road and got the following parts...searched a lot and none of them had the 4th gen i5 except Primeabgb :) but unfortunately didn't get the desired motherboard viz Asus Gryphone or Asus Z87 A

So here's the new build

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16500
Mobo = Asus Gryphone(14.3) OR Asus Z87-A(13.6k) - Pending
RAM = RipjawsX(2x4GB CL9 1600Mhz) @ 5000
HDD = WD 1 tb Black 5350
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2175
Tp link USB WiFi adapter at 600
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Total = 29625

Congrats for new build...u got all from prime?
abhidev
abhidev #63
Jul 9, 2013 at 10:25 PM
^^^Yup... searched a lot... Even thought of going with Ivy bridge as Haswell processors were not available anywhere.... Primeabgb was my last stop and fortunately he had it....but no mobo:(

Still waiting for the mobo... Guys please suggest whether I should go with Asus Gryphon or Asus Z87-A or Asus Z87-Pro???
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #64
Jul 9, 2013 at 10:30 PM
^^^Yup... searched a lot... Even thought of going with Ivy bridge as Haswell processors were not available anywhere.... Primeabgb was my last stop and fortunately he had it....but no mobo:(

Still waiting for the mobo... Guys please suggest whether I should go with Asus Gryphon or Asus Z87-A or Asus Z87-Pro???

Anyone that is cheap & puts ticks in all boxes
abhidev
abhidev #65
Jul 9, 2013 at 10:55 PM
Well Asus Z87-A is cheaper of three... but Gryphon is said to have higher quality components.

Also should I consider mobos other than Asus??
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #66
Jul 10, 2013 at 12:46 AM
Well Asus Z87-A is cheaper of three... but Gryphon is said to have higher quality components.

Also should I consider mobos other than Asus??

ASUS Z87-A Motherboard | Hardware Secrets

It's good enough IMO.. you may consider others but ASUS is generally better(or atleast most preffered in india).. :-D
harshilsharma63
Jul 10, 2013 at 8:12 AM
Well Asus Z87-A is cheaper of three... but Gryphon is said to have higher quality components.

Also should I consider mobos other than Asus??

Gryphone is the choice if you are looking for some serious overclocking.
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #68
Jul 10, 2013 at 10:45 AM
3. Planning to overclock?
Ans: Not really unless its requierd, as and when the softwares/games demand it.

Gryphone is the choice if you are looking for some serious overclocking.

Gryphone reminds me of GramophonE...
It's Gryphon

BTW OP has no overclocking dreams...(If he was serious about overclocking he should have chosen FX 8350)
abhidev
abhidev #69
Jul 10, 2013 at 12:13 PM
Gryphone reminds me of GramophonE...
It's Gryphon

BTW OP has no overclocking dreams...(If he was serious about overclocking he should have chosen FX 8350)

you got that right buddy....but will surely overclock when the need comes :)

Called PrimeABGB...the mobos are still not available :(
harshilsharma63
Jul 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM
you got that right buddy....but will surely overclock when the need comes :)

Called PrimeABGB...the mobos are still not available :(

spending >8k on motherboard when you'll overclock when needed is complete waste. get an H87 or B85 board instead.
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #71
Jul 11, 2013 at 11:42 AM
spending >8k on motherboard when you'll overclock when needed is complete waste. get an H87 or B85 board instead.

& What if I tell you op already has a K series Unlocked proccy ?? :fc_bat:
abhidev
abhidev #72
Jul 12, 2013 at 6:18 PM
Guys... got a call from Primeabgb... Both the mobos are available.... But the guy said the seal is open... What to do... Should I order or not???
harshilsharma63
Jul 12, 2013 at 7:07 PM
Guys... got a call from Primeabgb... Both the mobos are available.... But the guy said the seal is open... What to do... Should I order or not???

What reason did they gave for the open seal?
abhidev
abhidev #74
Jul 13, 2013 at 12:32 AM
ok...so spoke to him...he said their distributor has changed...now the distributor for ASUS is Redington and he has given him all the mobos with seal open but he assured that all is fine...if any problem occurs then he'll replace them.
abhidev
abhidev #75
Jul 13, 2013 at 12:38 PM
Alright ppl... just received my Asus Gryphon from Primeabgb for 14k and Rs.150 delivery charges
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #77
Jul 13, 2013 at 8:53 PM
Alright ppl... just received my Asus Gryphon from Primeabgb for 14k and Rs.150 delivery charges

14k+150 = 14150/- but site says 14299/-(how did it happen?? congo for ur 149rs saving.. :-D)


here u go
GRYPHON Z87 - Motherboards - ASUS

*www.google.co.in/search?q=asus+gryphon+z87&safe=off&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=knDhUe3dGMPyrQe5j4CoDw&ved=0CC0QsAQ&biw=1366&bih=643
:lol: :rofl: :-D
abhidev
abhidev #79
Jul 14, 2013 at 4:04 PM
14k+150 = 14150/- but site says 14299/-(how did it happen?? congo for ur 149rs saving.. :-D)



here u go
GRYPHON Z87 - Motherboards - ASUS

*www.google.co.in/search?q=asus+gryphon+z87&safe=off&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=knDhUe3dGMPyrQe5j4CoDw&ved=0CC0QsAQ&biw=1366&bih=643
:lol: :rofl: :-D

Thanks...would have saved a 100 more if I had picked the board myself... But going to Lamington in itself is a big task...paid 150 but saved time and energy :p

Here are the pics

ASUS GRYPHON
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1720481_zpsf2fc5147.jpg

*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1722201_zps0391986c.jpg

*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1722341_zps78ed6291.jpg

CM HYPER 212 EVO
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1726511_zpsc4c85a1e.jpg

Haswell i5 4670k
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1726321_zpsde887609.jpg

GSKILL Ripjaws CL9 2x4Gb
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1727181_zps7c72bf12.jpg

*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1729221_zps2b5968e1.jpg

WD Black 1Tb
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130713_1726031_zps63035d5c.jpg

Got this sticker with the mobo and now on my CM Haf 922 :D
*i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee397/abhidev/My%20Purchases/PcUpgrade_Jul13/IMG_20130714_0153271_zps1dbd65ea.jpg

~

New Build

Processor = Intel core i5 4670k 16500
Mobo = Asus Gryphone 14000
RAM = RipjawsX(2x4GB CL9 1600Mhz) @ 5000
HDD = WD 1 tb Black 5350
CPU Cooler = CM Hyper 212 evo @ 2175
USB WiFi adapter Tp link 150N at 600
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Total = 43625/-
A
Jul 16, 2013 at 7:57 PM
congos, good price ............
abhidev
abhidev #81
Jul 16, 2013 at 11:03 PM
Thanks man :)
vickybat
vickybat #82
Jul 17, 2013 at 1:01 AM
^^ That's a mighty rig and you've made good good decision. The system is definitely future proof. :)
The Incinerator
Jul 17, 2013 at 4:35 PM
Mighty Rig,very sensible buy,the rig will take on some biggies head on costing lakh upwards,Trust me. Just get the GPU sensibly. You will see some of the very best FPS and benchmarks with that Board CPU and a good GPU.
mukherjee
mukherjee #85
Jul 18, 2013 at 1:42 AM
Congos...What GPU do u intend to get? A 770 perhaps?
abhidev
abhidev #86
Jul 18, 2013 at 1:45 AM
Mighty Rig,very sensible buy,the rig will take on some biggies head on costing lakh upwards,Trust me. Just get the GPU sensibly. You will see some of the very best FPS and benchmarks with that Board CPU and a good GPU.

Hey thanks man :)
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #90
Jul 18, 2013 at 12:37 PM
Ahhh...saving for the next big thing,are we?? :twisted:
Carry on :))
Hey I havn't seen you around for long time..

You could say that ;)... but for now m gonna rely on it :D
You can say that.. it's micro beast that takes all $hit you throw at it very gracefully. (It nvr let me down.. :-D)
abhidev
abhidev #91
Jul 18, 2013 at 2:26 PM
You can say that.. it's micro beast that takes all $hit you throw at it very gracefully. (It nvr let me down.. :-D)
Oh yeah ....I can clearly see the difference in the performance after and before the upgrade
Chaitanya
Chaitanya #92
Jul 18, 2013 at 5:39 PM
absolutely.. E4500 is an infant as compared to i5-4670k

edit : Also do me a favour by updating your siggy.
abhidev
abhidev #95
Jul 18, 2013 at 10:43 PM
absolutely.. E4500 is an infant as compared to i5-4670k

edit : Also do me a favour by updating your siggy.

Oh ye aa... but still its good... No problems at all in the past 6yrs :D