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Robin Y.

Robin Y.

Joined on 02/26/13

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Excellent Board

GIGABYTE GA-Z87X-D3H LGA 1150 Intel Z87 HDMI USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
GIGABYTE GA-Z87X-D3H LGA 1150 Intel Z87 HDMI USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

Pros: Very nice and sleak Bios with multiple setting saves and computer statistics. Great for expert and beginners in overclocking. The special PCV weave of the board makes it very resilient to accidental bending. Overall design looks nice for those going for a steel and blue color scheme.

Cons: Only some very minor problems to consider... Motherboard power port could be in a better spot. The current location causes the power cable to slightly block airflow for large cpu coolers that blow towards the back of the case. Also, the bios screen could stay up longer since it disappears before my monitor even fully starts up.

Overall Review: Make sure large graphics card won't block the second PCIx1 slot if you are using it. My GTX 770 almost made it impossible for me to install my wireless adapter due to it's size.

Great Gaming Mouse

GIGABYTE GM-FORCE M7 THOR Black 5 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Laser Gaming Mouse
GIGABYTE GM-FORCE M7 THOR Black 5 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB Wired Laser Gaming Mouse

Pros: Feels solid and rigid. Nice clicking sound that's neither too loud or too soft. DPI setting button doesn't get in the way despite it's position. Great looking design. No red laser (you can't see it!) for tracking, and a cool blue LED for DPI setting indicator.

Cons: None really, but check Other Thoughts before buying.

Overall Review: This mouse is larger than the standard ones that come with most computers (ex: dell stock mice). It's slightly wider but definitely longer than most standard mice, so if standard mice are too big for you, you may want to consider a different product. The mouse is also heavier than my last one, which isn't a problem for me, but something for other buyers to consider.

Runs everything!

EVGA 04G-P4-3777-KR G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 770 Classified 4GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support Video Card
EVGA 04G-P4-3777-KR G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 770 Classified 4GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support Video Card

Pros: Very strong card. WIthout SLI, it should pretty much run every game at near max until the new consoles come out.

Cons: Huge card.

Overall Review: Most gamers won't need the 4gb of VRAM, but the higher clockspeed helps justify the price.

Excellent

Intel Core i5-4670K - Core i5 4th Gen Haswell Quad-Core 3.4 GHz LGA 1150 84W Intel HD Graphics Desktop Processor - BX80646I54670K
Intel Core i5-4670K - Core i5 4th Gen Haswell Quad-Core 3.4 GHz LGA 1150 84W Intel HD Graphics Desktop Processor - BX80646I54670K

Pros: Winning the silicon lottery allows some pretty good OC'ing on good air coolers. Mine's at 4.3 ghz with a phanek at 1.20V at 59C full load. Could be pushed a lot harder, but I want mine to last a while.

Cons: None

Overall Review: Losing the silicon lottery isn't that bad. You can still get a good OC of 4.1 on a decent air cooler.

Awesome!

SeaSonic X Series X650 Gold (SS-650KM Active PFC F3) 650W ATX12V V2.3/EPS 12V V2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply New 4th Gen CPU Certified Hasw
SeaSonic X Series X650 Gold (SS-650KM Active PFC F3) 650W ATX12V V2.3/EPS 12V V2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Full Modular Active PFC Power Supply New 4th Gen CPU Certified Hasw

Pros: Good selection of wires. No noise when not gaming. Nice packaging. Fully modular for wiring cleanliness.

Cons: Wish the peripheral wires were long, but that'd be too perfect

Overall Review: Very good for mid tier and first time builds. Modular is a definite must to make wiring easier for new builders.

Cost Effective PS/2 Keyboard

Logitech K100 Black PS/2 Wired Slim Classic Keyboard
Logitech K100 Black PS/2 Wired Slim Classic Keyboard

Pros: The low profile reminds me of a laptop keyboard feel while being a full keyboard. Key presses are not clicky, but rather sound as if they are dampened by rubber. Some may not like this, but I needed my keyboard to be quiet. The overall feel is solid and durable, and the compact design is great for those who love their desk real estate.

Cons: The keys do not feel as resistant to key presses than I'd like but rather mushy.

Overall Review: DO NOT plan on using the PS/2 to USB adapter that (I think) Newegg puts in the box as it will cause the space key to keyblock all other keys (such as WASD), making it terrible for gaming. Either plan on using the PS/2 connector or have a good adapter already on hand.