Need help deciding on 2 components for new pc build

brkkab · Dec 1, 2015

I'm currently in the process of getting parts for a new computer build.
So far I have a Asus Maximus VIII Hero mobo and a Samsung 850 EVO 500GB. M/2 ssd for it. I'm also going to be re-using the Seagate Barracuda 3.0TB h.d , Intel 530 Series 400GB ssd (for Games), Lite On DVD-RW, Lite ON Blu-ray burner and memory card reader from my current pc.
I'm also going to be getting a NZXT Phantom 820 case. G-Skill Ripjaws-Z DDR 4 3200 ram (32GBS) and a Corsair HX-1000i psu for the new pc.
I need suggestions between the following part's for the new pc.
The heatsink is either going to be a EK-XLC Predator 240 or a Corsair Hydro Series H-100i GTX.
With either one, I'll be using 4 EK-Furious Vardar FF5-120 (3000rpm) fans in push/pull.
I also need help deciding between 2 GeForce GTX 4.0GB or 2 AMD Radeon 390X 4.0GB video cards.
I'm ordering a Intel Core i5 6600K cpu on Thursday and eventually plan on upgrading it to a Core i7 6700K in early 2017.
Keep in mind, I'm on permanent disability (Social Security) for life and can't afford to spend over $300.00 on a part/s in a month.
The pc won't be built until May as I won't have all parts until then minus the new video cards.
I'll be using my current GeForce GTX 760's until then, but they need to go back inn this pc, so I can sell it.
All suggestions appreciated between the AIO's and video card's.
P.S. PC will be running Windows 10 Pro x64.

brkkab · Apr 1, 2016

I'm actually hoping for Tuesday or Wednesday. I have medical stuff Monday & Thursday.
Though, when I ordered my current pc's case, I received it the next day on a Saturday morning.
I very well may be building it tomorrow. I'll know sometime tonight when my tracking number is updated by FedEx.
I already have the number, they're just not as good as UPS or the USPS, in the tracking department. It probably won't give me any results until 11:00 P.M.

brkkab · Oct 29, 2016

Yeah, with my luck. I'm truly sick of having to do weekly clean installs to fix shit and then I have it fixed and they throw out another update that screws something else up.
Now 7 & 8.1, too are getting the same type of updates.
If this is Microsoft's path of constantly releasing updates that screw their own o.s's updates up then I don't think I'll be a Microsoft customer any further.
It's really getting close to time to try Steam o.s out.
I think I'll be trying it out, or Ubuntu or Mint.
I'll have to look further in all 3 further.
My Bitdefender expires in early January, so if A.I. RoboForm works with Linux, it looks like time for me to ditch Microsoft possibly for good.

brkkab · Oct 29, 2016

I mean, I literally clean installed 10 on Tuesday & it's already screwed up again within 2 days. That's just, too. fast for me. Are they even testing the so called Insider Preview Build's bug's before they release them to non-Insiders ? Apparently not..
Oh well my rant's done as I've been up since since Thursday at 6;** P.M. after another diabetic episode in my sleep. I need to take Sebastian out and leave my roommates a note to check on me, if they don't see me in 10-12 hour's.
Time for me to get some sleep. These all nighter's from the diabetes, every other day are really getting old.

ussnorway · Oct 29, 2016

brkkab said:
Are they even testing the so called Insider Preview Build's bug's before they release them to non-Insiders

no Micosoft saked all their testers a year or so back

nmsuk · Oct 29, 2016

ussnorway said:
No Microsoft sacked all their testers a year or so back

Odd as I have no issues, Anniversary has been decent so far.

kemical · Oct 30, 2016

brkkab said:
I mean, I literally clean installed 10 on Tuesday & it's already screwed up again within 2 days.

The only thing I can think of is that your installing one or two third party apps and they are conflicting with either Windows or each other.

Can you post a list of the third party applications installed on the machine.

Also post anything connected by USB apart from k'board and mouse.

Lastly have you tried a clean boot?
How to Clean Boot Windows 10 and Windows 8

brkkab · Oct 30, 2016

Here's a msinfo32 of everything on my pc.

kemical · Oct 30, 2016

Hmm.. Are you sure? A screenshot of your remove programs area would help too.

brkkab · Oct 30, 2016

kemical: Where do I get that one from?

brkkab · Oct 30, 2016

Here's my Control Panel list of programs.

kemical · Oct 31, 2016

WOW!!!!
Some of your third party apps don't need to be installed all the time and i'd remove what you can. In fact I'd remove everything third party and just add back what you really need.
If your not using something or have finished with it then remove it. I only keep the bare minimum and as soon as I've stopped using whatever it is (or don't plan to use it often) then off it comes.
Your machine will thank you for it and probably run better too.

nmsuk · Oct 31, 2016

I've noticed one thing svloadsense, I guess you're using the realtek drivers from Asus. If I was you I'd be uninstalling those and going with the latest direct from realtek. Also I'd be uninstalling all the asus software as I doubt you need it. I'm with Ross, I only install what is needed and only for aslong as I need it.

kemical · Oct 31, 2016

Get rid of the Adobe stuff for sure... Plus there are better choices out there.

brkkab · Oct 31, 2016

The Realtek stuff from Asus I need for the motherboards sound. It's a ROG board and SupremeFX 2015 on it.

brkkab · Oct 31, 2016

I can get rid of Firefox as I hardly use it. Divx is questionable as Cyberlink Media Suite installs it.

nmsuk · Oct 31, 2016

brkkab said:
The Realtek stuff from Asus I need for the motherboards sound. It's a ROG board and SupremeFX 2015 on it.

I think you'll find the standard realteck drivers cover that. My gigabyte board had a similar thing to supremefx and it's covered with the dolby installer also from realtek. I never use drivers off say asus or gigabyte. I always use the device manufacturers sites as they're almost always a lot newer.

kemical · Oct 31, 2016

brkkab said:
I can get rid of Firefox as I hardly use it. Divx is questionable as Cyberlink Media Suite installs it.

I'm sure you can find more out of 152 programs. Looking at what's installed I'd say you could remove at least a third of the small apps.

brkkab · Oct 31, 2016

Uninstalled Divx, VLC & Firefox. When Bitdefender is done it's scan I'll check the rest & see what can go.
Nvidia stuff will be going next Monday-Wednesday when new video card arrives.
kemical:New version of DDU was released Saturday or Sunday.

kemical · Oct 31, 2016

Also unless you actually use the 3D drivers from Nvidia you don't need them.

brkkab said:
kemical:New version of DDU was released Saturday or Sunday.

Thx already posted..

nmsuk · Oct 31, 2016

I also see you use system mechanic. I personally would reinstall without that if it been run. It does all sorts of damage to windows.

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kemical · Oct 31, 2016

brkkab said:
Uninstalled Divx, VLC & Firefox. When Bitdefender is done it's scan I'll check the rest & see what can go.

Personall I'd have kept VLC and removed the rest of the players you have.

For example you gotta be harsh dude, remove everything arrowed, as i said it's just an example and is entirely up to you if you want to go this way (I would, don't forget apps simply slow the pc down in one way or another and your far better off running as little as you possibly can)

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