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[B]CPU[/B]
Intel Core i7-3770K
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/intel-core-i7-3770k-s1155-ivy-bridge-quad-core-35ghz-5-gt-s-dmi-650mhz-gpu-8mb-smart-cache-35x-ratio[/url]

[B]Motherboard[/B]
ASRock Z77 Extreme4
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/asrock-z77-extreme-4-intel-z77-s-1155-ddr3-sata-iii-6gb-s-sata-raid-pcie-30-(x16)-d-sub-dvi-d-hdmi-a[/url]

[B]Memory[/B]
Corsair Dominator 8GB (2 x 4GB)
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/8gb-(2x4gb)-corsair-ddr3-dominator-platinum-pc3-12800-(1600)-non-ecc-unbuffered-cas-8-8-8-24-dhx-xmp[/url]

[B]Storage [/B]
OCZ Vertex 4 128GB SSD
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/128gb-ocz-vertex-4-25-ssd-sata-6gb-s-indilinx-everest-2-mlc-flash-read-560mb-s-write-430mb-s-120k-io[/url]

[B]GPU[/B]
EVGA GeForce GTX 660
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/2gb-evga-gtx-660-superclocked-28nm-6008mhz-gddr5-gpu-1046mhz-boost-1111mhz-cores-960-dp-dvi-hdmi[/url]

[B]Case[/B]
Cooler Master Storm Enforcer
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/cooler-master-storm-enforcer-black-mid-tower-gaming-case-with-side-window-usb-30-w-o-psu-new-version[/url]

[B]Power[/B]
Corsair Builder 600W 80 PLUS
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/600w-corsair-builder-series-cmpsu-600cxv2uk-80-eff-80-plus-eps-12v-quiet-fan-atx-v23-psu[/url]

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[B]CPU[/B]
Intel Core i7-3770K
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/intel-core-i7-3770k-s1155-ivy-bridge-quad-core-35ghz-5-gt-s-dmi-650mhz-gpu-8mb-smart-cache-35x-ratio[/url]

[B]CPU Fan[/B]
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[B]Motherboard[/B]
ASRock Z77 Extreme4
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/asrock-z77-extreme-4-intel-z77-s-1155-ddr3-sata-iii-6gb-s-sata-raid-pcie-30-(x16)-d-sub-dvi-d-hdmi-a[/url]

[B]Memory[/B]
Corsair XMS3 (2 x 4GB)
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/8gb-(2x4gb)-corsair-ddr3-xms3-pc3-12800-(1600)-non-ecc-unbuffered-cas-9-9-9-24-165v[/url]

[B]Storage [/B]
OCZ Vertex 4 128GB SSD
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/128gb-ocz-vertex-4-25-ssd-sata-6gb-s-indilinx-everest-2-mlc-flash-read-560mb-s-write-430mb-s-120k-io[/url]

[B]GPU[/B]
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[B]Case[/B]
Cooler Master Storm Enforcer
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/cooler-master-storm-enforcer-black-mid-tower-gaming-case-with-side-window-usb-30-w-o-psu-new-version[/url]

[B]Power[/B]
OCZ ZS Series 650W 80 PLUS
[url]http://www.scan.co.uk/products/650w-ocz-technology-zs-series-zs650w-uk-86-eff-80-plus-bronze-sli-crossfire-eps-12v-135mm-quiet-fan-[/url]

Any opinions? is the build compatible? planning to add to it as i get more money. As for the cooler, i think i'm just gonna use the stock cooler as i have no plans to overclock yet. And does RAM coolers make a massive difference? Did i miss anything? Planning on getting most things from scan.

Looks compatible;
I'd personally switch the GPU for something that's more high def, but it's not like you'll get bad graphics with a $220 GPU. Not too many reviews on the GPU product either (that you choose, so if there's a warranty that might be good).

Other than that, I sure do like the i7 3770k, as I'm sure you'll like it too with that build.

Might also up that PSU by 20/50 if you're thinking about OC'ing down the road, as after marker coolers might be pushy (depending).

Cheers,
Lj

Personally I'd take some other cooler with it. Intel's stock coolers are okay but can be quite noisy.

From: Le Jingle
Looks compatible;
I'd personally switch the GPU for something that's more high def, but it's not like you'll get bad graphics with a $220 GPU. Not too many reviews on the GPU product either (that you choose, so if there's a warranty that might be good).

Other than that, I sure do like the i7 3770k, as I'm sure you'll like it too with that build.

Might also up that PSU by 20/50 if you're thinking about OC'ing down the road, as after marker coolers might be pushy (depending).

Cheers,
Lj

Ah thanks for the input, what sort of GPU would you advise? i could always get the GPU at the end, intel HD graphics FTW ;)

From: Markus
Personally I'd take some other cooler with it. Intel's stock coolers are okay but can be quite noisy.

hmm, ill look into other coolers, any you know to work quite well?

My GPU is a Radeon HD 7850, so afaik, the only advantages with mine would be visual detail and crossfire (dual monitors), while yours would have a higher core clock and require 50w less (min) than my 7850. Imo, it's comes down to what you want in a build.

Idk how much you would spend on a cooler, but I'd take the drastic step from stock to:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835608018
($90, but you'd probably never need another fan until your unit(s) die, not to mention the ability for this sucker to handle OC + it looks cool :P)

Coolermaster Hyper 212 is one of the best price/quality coolers.

You are overpaying for the ram, you can easily get 16 gb of good quality RAM for the same price: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B-1600MHz-Vengeance-Memory/dp/B004RFBIUU/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1350412816&sr=1-1

From: J J
Coolermaster Hyper 212 is one of the best price/quality coolers.

You are overpaying for the ram, you can easily get 16 gb of good quality RAM for the same price: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9B-1600MHz-Vengeance-Memory/dp/B004RFBIUU/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1350412816&sr=1-1

Ah :P thanks for the RAM lol,

as for the cooler im stuck between..

Noctua NH-D14 120mm & 140mm SSO CPU Cooler
Cooler Master V8
Coolermaster Hyper 212

other then that pretty much sorted on the build unless someone can point out a improvement?

Personally I would go with an i5, do you feel you really need the i7?

From: cause
Personally I would go with an i5, do you feel you really need the i7?

yes lmao, im a sucker for the hyperthreading :(

CPU
Intel Core i7-3770K
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/intel...ache-35x-ratio

Motherboard
ASRock Z77 Extreme4
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/asroc...b-dvi-d-hdmi-a

Memory
Corsair XMS3 (2 x 4GB)
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/8gb-(...-9-9-9-24-165v

Storage
OCZ Vertex 4 128GB SSD
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/128gb...30mb-s-120k-io

GPU
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Case
Cooler Master Storm Enforcer
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/coole...su-new-version

Power
OCZ ZS Series 650W 80 PLUS
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/650w-...5mm-quiet-fan-

Build's looking great, if you haven't already built it this is a great adjustment.

CPU + MB: Nice choice, since you got the K version and Extreme 4 which is a great MB for overclocking as the others mentioned, perhaps get a Hyper Evo 212?

Your old PSU would be a much more reliable brand than your new one which has many many problems, google it for yourself. OCZ SSD's have driver problems, now I am not biase'd about this (perhaps I am) but what I'm saying is all from previous experience.

P.S - Just make sure the RAM fits in the case, (and the GPU too!)

Goodluck, just built a new computer too and loving it! :smile:

For the CPU Cooler, the Hyper 212 is the best performance/dollar.
For the CPU, the 3770k isnt really necessary unless youre doing heavy processing which requires the hyperthreading.
Apart from that, everything seems to be good

Luckily scan didnt have that PSU, so i changed my order to a seasonic…
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/620w-seasonic-bronze-s12ii-620-87-eff-80-plus-bronze-quiet-fan-atx-psu

The reviews seem better, although 30 less W. but it should be fine for my build atm.
Also gonna get a Hyper 212. Pretty much sorted.