Need help with RAM and Power Supply Unit
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Hey everyone.
I'm looking for some guidance on picking out the right RAM and Power Supply Unit for my upcoming build:
Case - NZXT Source 340, Mid-Tower
Motherboard - MSI 990FXA GAMING
CPU - Intel Core i7-3770K, 4.40GHz, Black Edition
CPU Cooler - Cooler Master Hyper 212
GPU - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, 2GB
HDD - TOSHIBA 1TB
SSD - OCZ Vertex3, 2.5" 120GB
DVD ROM - ASUS DRW-24F1MT
4 fans in the case
So, regarding the RAM. First off, should I be aiming for CL11, CL10, or CL9? Second, what about the memory speed? Do I really need to hit exactly 1866MHz to match the processor's capabilities, or is there more wiggle room? If I go that route, I was looking at:
HyperX 8GB Savage DDR3 1866MHz CL KIT, but I'm stuck on which CL to choose. Is this actually the best way to go $150 for this specific setup?
Then there's the PSU. I'm thinking somewhere in the range of $233. Intel suggests a 1000W unit because the 3770K pulls power like two standard processors combined. Meanwhile, for the GTX 970, they recommend about 550W. Would a 700W unit be sufficient to cover both bases?
I already have a few parts on hand, but I'm planning to order the rest online or just pick them up at a local Best Buy or Micro Center.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!
I'm looking for some guidance on picking out the right RAM and Power Supply Unit for my upcoming build:
Case - NZXT Source 340, Mid-Tower
Motherboard - MSI 990FXA GAMING
CPU - Intel Core i7-3770K, 4.40GHz, Black Edition
CPU Cooler - Cooler Master Hyper 212
GPU - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, 2GB
HDD - TOSHIBA 1TB
SSD - OCZ Vertex3, 2.5" 120GB
DVD ROM - ASUS DRW-24F1MT
4 fans in the case
So, regarding the RAM. First off, should I be aiming for CL11, CL10, or CL9? Second, what about the memory speed? Do I really need to hit exactly 1866MHz to match the processor's capabilities, or is there more wiggle room? If I go that route, I was looking at:
HyperX 8GB Savage DDR3 1866MHz CL KIT, but I'm stuck on which CL to choose. Is this actually the best way to go $150 for this specific setup?
Then there's the PSU. I'm thinking somewhere in the range of $233. Intel suggests a 1000W unit because the 3770K pulls power like two standard processors combined. Meanwhile, for the GTX 970, they recommend about 550W. Would a 700W unit be sufficient to cover both bases?
I already have a few parts on hand, but I'm planning to order the rest online or just pick them up at a local Best Buy or Micro Center.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!