F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Overclocking Up to $3500

Up to $3500

Up to $3500

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packerfarr
Member
119
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#1
I have $3500 available for building my PC. If a bit more would improve it, I’m willing to wait and save up more. The system needs to handle video editing at up to 4-5K resolution and still perform well for gaming. I prefer Intel for the CPU since that’s what I’ve used before, but I’m open to better options if they exist. Looks aren’t important—functionality is key, even if it means a less attractive case or fans. Don’t worry about the monitor or keyboard/mouse. Please let me know what you’d like me to build. Noise shouldn’t be an issue either; it could get loud if performance improves.
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packerfarr
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #1

I have $3500 available for building my PC. If a bit more would improve it, I’m willing to wait and save up more. The system needs to handle video editing at up to 4-5K resolution and still perform well for gaming. I prefer Intel for the CPU since that’s what I’ve used before, but I’m open to better options if they exist. Looks aren’t important—functionality is key, even if it means a less attractive case or fans. Don’t worry about the monitor or keyboard/mouse. Please let me know what you’d like me to build. Noise shouldn’t be an issue either; it could get loud if performance improves.

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strombro
Member
63
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#2
3000$ invested in total.
Additional storage can be increased if required (only 512GB available in the build).
PCPartPicker part list
Price details by seller
CPU:
Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor
($438.99 at SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler:
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($70.00 on Amazon)
Motherboard:
Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard
($353.98 at Newegg)
Memory:
Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory
($301.93 on Amazon)
Storage:
Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive
($317.99 at B&H)
Video Card:
EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card
(2-Way SLI) ($679.00)
Video...
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strombro
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #2

3000$ invested in total.
Additional storage can be increased if required (only 512GB available in the build).
PCPartPicker part list
Price details by seller
CPU:
Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor
($438.99 at SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler:
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($70.00 on Amazon)
Motherboard:
Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard
($353.98 at Newegg)
Memory:
Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory
($301.93 on Amazon)
Storage:
Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive
($317.99 at B&H)
Video Card:
EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card
(2-Way SLI) ($679.00)
Video...

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Koollojoe
Posting Freak
830
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#3
Is it about 3500 US dollars at current exchange rates? That's quite unrealistic. You can manage an excellent system for 1500 to 2000$. Also, do you own a monitor? What model do you have?
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Koollojoe
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #3

Is it about 3500 US dollars at current exchange rates? That's quite unrealistic. You can manage an excellent system for 1500 to 2000$. Also, do you own a monitor? What model do you have?

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ColSpeed
Member
197
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#4
n0ns3s :
Are you referring to 3500 US dollars at current prices? That sounds unrealistic. You can manage a great system for 1500-2000$.
Also, you said you don't need a monitor. Do you own one? What model do you have?
The reason I have $3500 is because my job provided us with a computer bonus of that amount. If you don't utilize it fully, any unused part will be lost. I currently have a curved 5K monitor and two 4K Curved monitors. Yes, this is in US dollars.
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ColSpeed
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #4

n0ns3s :
Are you referring to 3500 US dollars at current prices? That sounds unrealistic. You can manage a great system for 1500-2000$.
Also, you said you don't need a monitor. Do you own one? What model do you have?
The reason I have $3500 is because my job provided us with a computer bonus of that amount. If you don't utilize it fully, any unused part will be lost. I currently have a curved 5K monitor and two 4K Curved monitors. Yes, this is in US dollars.

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iSapiant
Member
76
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#5
It seems you're expressing frustration about constantly needing a new MacBook Pro every three years. You also mention enjoying the setup and seem open to discussing multi-GPU options.
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iSapiant
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #5

It seems you're expressing frustration about constantly needing a new MacBook Pro every three years. You also mention enjoying the setup and seem open to discussing multi-GPU options.

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Extremo02
Junior Member
32
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#6
n0ns3sss :
this is really tough... i get a new macbook pro every three years
🙁
do you mind if i use multi GPU?
i’m excited about your setup.
no worries!
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Extremo02
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #6

n0ns3sss :
this is really tough... i get a new macbook pro every three years
🙁
do you mind if i use multi GPU?
i’m excited about your setup.
no worries!

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Malthe581
Member
140
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#7
Spent $3000 on components. Additional storage can be added if needed (only 512GB in the build).

PCPartPicker list:
CPU: Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor – $438.99 (SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM – $70.00 (Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 – $353.98 (Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 – $301.93 (Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 SSD – $317.99 (B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 (2-Way SLI) – $679.00
Case: Fractal Design Define S with Window ATX Mid Tower – $79.99 (SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Modular ATX – $129.99 (Newegg)
Grand Total: $3050.87
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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Malthe581
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #7

Spent $3000 on components. Additional storage can be added if needed (only 512GB in the build).

PCPartPicker list:
CPU: Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor – $438.99 (SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM – $70.00 (Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 – $353.98 (Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 – $301.93 (Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 SSD – $317.99 (B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 (2-Way SLI) – $679.00
Case: Fractal Design Define S with Window ATX Mid Tower – $79.99 (SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Modular ATX – $129.99 (Newegg)
Grand Total: $3050.87
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts

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Monkey_D_Toast
Junior Member
34
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM
#8
Here are the costs listed:
3000$ spent in total.
Additional storage can be added if needed (only 512GB available in the build).

PCPartPicker part list:
CPU: Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor – $438.99 (SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM – $70.00 (Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 – $353.98 (Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 – $301.93 (Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 SSD – $317.99 (B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 (2-Way SLI) – $679.00
Case: Fractal Design Define S with Window ATX Mid Tower – $79.99 (SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Modular ATX – $129.99 (Newegg)

Total amount: $3050.87
Includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts.
This information was generated by PCPartPicker on 2016-07-31 03:55 EDT-0400.
Thanks for your interest!
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Monkey_D_Toast
06-11-2024, 11:15 PM #8

Here are the costs listed:
3000$ spent in total.
Additional storage can be added if needed (only 512GB available in the build).

PCPartPicker part list:
CPU: Intel Core i7-6800K 3.4GHz 6-Core Processor – $438.99 (SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer 240 74.0 CFM – $70.00 (Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus X99-DELUXE/U3.1 ATX LGA2011-3 – $353.98 (Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 – $301.93 (Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 950 PRO 512GB M.2-2280 SSD – $317.99 (B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 (2-Way SLI) – $679.00
Case: Fractal Design Define S with Window ATX Mid Tower – $79.99 (SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Modular ATX – $129.99 (Newegg)

Total amount: $3050.87
Includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts.
This information was generated by PCPartPicker on 2016-07-31 03:55 EDT-0400.
Thanks for your interest!