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Hello all,

Decided to build a pc for gaming and multimedia getting tired from using my razer blade at that time I was eying on GTX 980 TI and after a couple of weeks GTX 1080 got announced so I am currently waiting for it its sold out everywhere! My color scheme is grey/black/silver same color theme of the GTX 1080 founders edition.

I want to thank Chillsabre and FortySixAndTwo for giving their suggestions and advice I am very happy with the part I chose.

Now I don't know what brand to go for GTX 1080 lol I hope someone make an OC edition but in a founders edition shell.

Still deciding what monitor to get so suggestions are welcome.

Thanks for looking!

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* Updated Monitor went with asus Pg279Q returned the asus for acer XB271HU much better no BLB & DP on first try. *

*Updated GPU went ahead and pre-ordered evga 1080 FTW* ( i want that FE tho!!)

*Update GTX FE arrived first should I cancel evga FTW

Update replaced all stock fans added speakers and lighting (final setup and pics coming soon!!!)

*Final Update setup and cable management!!

more pics added*

Part Reviews

CPU

Intel Core i7-6700K 4 GHz Quad-Core Processor

Awesome CPU what else can I say?

CPU Cooler

Corsair H115i 104.65 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler

X61 was my first choice but ireally like the build quality of corsair loving that sexy sleeved tubing.

Video Card

EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 8 GB Founders Edition Video Card

this GPU is the reason behind my color scheme I love how sexy it looks and the quality of the materials is top notch and premium feel however If you want more performance and better cooling please buy the aftermarket version of the GTX 1080 like the EVGA FTW or Classy, Asus ROG strix or a Zotac amp gigabyte and msi have some good custom 1080 too so check them out.

Case

Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV ATX ATX Mid Tower Case

PRICEY CASE!! but for me its all worth it all aluminum chassis!! fun to build with.

Comments

  • 43 months ago
  • 4 points

I hope you finish it soon.

Its so hard to watch something unfinished like a PC!

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

thanks man!

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  • 43 months ago
  • 3 points

My color scheme is grey/black/silver.
...and it always looks so damn bada$$!

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

yessss sir!

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

If your color scheme is black/grey/white you should consider the EVGA GTX 1080 SC

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

NICE! looking at MSI's too just because they have aero logo on it LOL but that EVGA is super! thanks man!

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  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

You should go with the EVGA GTX 1080!

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

which one for the founders edition or their custom one?

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Custom. Its design is very sober and beautiful! It will fit great in your PC

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

Great build. However, I don't suggest getting a SC edition of the founder's edition. The standard founder's edition alone with no oc has some thermal throttling issues. Only way to fix it is to run fans at 100% all the time. So I doubt you want a SC edition which puts out more heat. Just a forewarning.

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks for the heads up. Any suggestions on getting the 1080

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

I would wait for a third party company to make the card with a better cooler design. That will definitely help with temperatures. Or you could always get the hybrid when it is released or buy the cheapest 1080 you can and put a liquid cooler on yourself using a Corsair bracket. That's what I did with my 980 reference card.

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

The aftermarket Asus Strix or EVGA's SC/FTW will match your rig nicely. I lean more towards the Strix because it looks more stealth and you can make it have a blue underglow to match the Arc Reactor.

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Kinda leaning towards strix too to match the mobo... but i really like the look of the reference 1080 :( ohhh mannn XD why is it always hard to decide lol

  • 42 months ago
  • 2 points

You sir, have good taste! Love the motherboard and case combo!

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you sir.

  • 42 months ago
  • 2 points

Whoa! This EVOLVed fast Nice build!

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you sir :)

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

1080 just came out today =D

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

yeah I was unlucky bro after checking out is says item out of stock T_T its in my cart already whyyyy!!!

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

That's got to have to suck... lol

They should be in stock by like next week or so

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

I hope so lol my last GPU was a 9800GT so this is a Light year jump for me XD

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Hey are there any budget alternatives to the Asus motherboard and still get the same performance?

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

Thanks!

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Even if it's unfinished, you still get a +1 from me Add more pics. Dont get the 1080, wait for AMD's response, nvidia will get mad when they find out amd destroyed them and will release a better gpu for cheaper. If you want a 1080, buy it from EVGA / Gigabyte / Zotac Evga is #1, their customer service is more than excellent Gigabyte offers good stuff, same as zotac.

If you cant afford a heater, buy an ASUS, then watch it as it slowly goes on fire and they will refuse to rma it

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Thank you! I'll take note of that :)

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Also, you need a monitor? What will you use it for? Do you need high refresh rates, image quality, resolutions? And... how much you want to spend

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Leaning towards a 1440p @ 144hz with good image and color quality been researching a lot about asus and acer monitors but I am too scared to pull the trigger due to the QC issues they both have.

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

I recommend the Benq XL2730Z. Has both 1440p and 144hz, altrough it's a TN, colors can be adjusted easily. Doesn't have G-sync

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

MORE PICS

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Yes sir just waiting for my GPU :)

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Excuse me, what is the difference between the K65 RGB LUX and the normal K65 RGB?

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

I am not entirely sure but i guess the LUX edition is a best buy exclusive name branding.

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Well they had the normal K65 RGB a few days ago. Thanks for the help and please tell me if you find anything

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Ladies and Gentleman, I present you: My Dream PC :\

Awesome build, get the EVGA SC, same colour from the FE, but with better cooling and no green light.

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Nice! What table is that?

  • 42 months ago
  • 2 points

Its the linnmon corner table from Ikea :)

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Oh, it's finished ! Looks even better

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks man!

  • 41 months ago
  • 1 point

what did you paint on the feets of the stand?

  • 41 months ago
  • 1 point

Plastidip sir easy to use :D

  • 40 months ago
  • 1 point

+1 for everything. Looks amazing!

  • 40 months ago
  • 1 point

thank you sir!

  • 40 months ago
  • 1 point

no problem :)

  • 39 months ago
  • 1 point

Hi, nice set up! I love the TUF series! Since we both have the same setup, I would like to ask you more about your O.C. settings, because I am still learning it. I have configured at 4.7 GHz at 1.360 V and the system worked very stable. In addition to that, are you using Manual voltage or Adaptive Mode? On windows which power plan do you use (Balanced or Performance), meaning, your CPU runs at maximum 4.6 GHz all the time, or it downgrades when not under load? Thanks in advance! Cheers!

  • 43 months ago
  • 0 points

Now I don't know what brand to go for GTX 1080 lol I hope someone make an OC edition but in a founders edition shell.

So get the founder's edition. It is the OC version of the standard card.

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

I see so the founders edition is a little bit OC'd? I thought they ran on stock.

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

Fouders edition is just the reference card. Its is the standard card.

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

That's what I thought aftermarket 1080's are %10 faster from what I've read.

  • 43 months ago
  • 2 points

You should consider some of these GPUs instead they're all 1080s: http://videocardz.com/60496/custom-geforce-gtx-1080-roundup

  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

complete list!!!! SWEET!! cheers my friend!

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  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks for posting this; I like the MSI 1080 aero

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

The founder's is slightly overclocked at a $100 premium but in the same body as the non-founders version.

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

I am now confused some say FE's are all stock some says its OC'd :,(

  • 42 months ago
  • 2 points

Maybe this will explain. Specifically paragraphs 4-6.

  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks! Pre-ordered evga 1080 FTW hope I made the right choice since it also matches my color scheme but I really love the looks of that reference cooler :/

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  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

I haven't tried turning it off yet but yeah thanks for sharing that.

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  • 43 months ago
  • 1 point

Thanks man! no issues with the mobo worked great flashed the bios right away after 1st boot. also no problems with 3200 you can actually use a profile that can utilize that speed so far all passed on diagnostic testing. yeah man I would love to have that dominator too but I still have to save up for a gpu and monitor XD.

all good with the aio easy to install 0 issues.

yes please! i'll wait for it. good luck on your build thanks for showing me the mark 1 and TI psu :DD they're awesome!

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  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

Its all good just had to customize the fan curve to obtain a stable performance without thermal throttling with OC +190 gpu and +400 mem clock spd temp stays around 70+ at full load @ 1440p. Canceled my pre order FTW on amazon could not resist so I gave in and bought FE lol but I am happy with it. FTW is a beast so I suggest you wait for it.

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  • 42 months ago
  • 1 point

hmm.. that's weird I am actually using AI suite to control my fans it brings down the assist fan speed to 40% my Cpu fan is controlled by corsair link and msi afterburner for my gpu.

haha yeah it was the 1st batch of pre orders XD

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