Reddit mentions of Intel Core i7-4790 Processor - BX80646I74790

As configured by you (i7, 3TB HD, 4GB video card), the cost comes to $3099.00. I added in 16GB of memory over the stock 8 since that's pretty much standard for most builds, anymore.

5k Dell Monitor: $1,439.99

Retail i7-4790: $307.00

Gigabyte GA-Z97-HD3 Motherboard: $102.95

Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB Kit: $66.99

Corsair Carbide SPEC-01 Mid Tower Case: $48.99

Silverstone Tek 500W 80+ Gold PSU: $79.99

EVGA GeForce GTX 960 4GB Video Card: $229.99

CM Storm Devastator KB/Mouse Combo: $29.99

Total Cost: $2305.89

Video card was a bit of a toughie since the iMac uses a notebook GPU, so I went with something a bit faster, but comparable. This is a complete system with comparable to better specs.

Given the price difference, may as well go with a 980Ti for that extra graphics oomph or tack on some water cooling.

Edit: Woops! Forgot storage and OS!

WD Blue 3TB HD: $98.70

Samsung 850 EVO 120GB (configured as cache drive): $66.99

Windows 10 Home: $119.00

Revised Total: $2590.58. Still cheaper and could still sub out the 960 for a 980Ti and be under cost.

Also i7 4790 $150

Why are you creating so many threads on one topic. Just reply in one thread. It's getting hard to help you out and reply to you.

Here's my post for the previous thread and now reply to this and don't create another one.. thanks -

Don't buy the i7 4770.. buy the i7 4790. It will work with your mobo. I currently have the 4790k with the H115i GTX cooler. The 4790 is a locked version and better than 4770. Suggest you get a cooler too. 2000rs cooler master or something like that. The 4790 is 1k cheaper than 4770 on Amazon. Although these old processors should be around 15k officially if it were available.

Where are you from? If closer to Mumbai then PrimeABGB they handle all RMA nonsense/hassle free.

Btw what monitor you getting since your buying the 1080. And which make etc for monitor and GPU?



i7 4790 25100rs Amazon.in

Dell Optiplex 7020. I'm keeping the dell motherboard.

I7-4790: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J56YSLM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Corsair Mini Power Supply: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GH9NA0A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

CPU Cooler: Need help here. Not too much space and RAM clearance might be an issue unless we go liquid which I've never done.

Case Fans: That black POS on the bottom is the only exhaust fan supplied with this. I don't need the HDD caddy on the bottom right. Could cut that out and place a 140mm? Would help with the GPU

GPU: GTX 1070 Mini Gigabyte maybe?

SSD: Optical Drive SSD Caddy? Don't actually need the optical drive because 2018. Any shot at Optical Drive Caddy Fans existing?

RAM Maxed out to 16GB on the board from Crucial.

Guys, I REALLY hate this case. Maybe someone could link me a decent 40 dollar case with the same form factor?

Open to: Ditching the dell mobo and case entirely. Keep it cheap but effective. Low to medium quality gaming with 70 FPS would be nice at 1080.

You can get a 4th gen i7 for under $200 (probably cheaper if you spend some time searching) and you wouldn't need to replace your mobo and RAM

Intel Core i7-4790 Processor - BX80646I74790 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Y8Z.BbVD3XRPE

http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_80?m=A20F6RQJB8XGLY&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1416931122&sr=1-80

Intel i7-4790 for under $150...

CPU:

• https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467558750&sr=8-1&keywords=Intel+Core+i7-4790+Haswell+Quad-Core+3.6+GHz
  
  GPU:
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-GeForce-Whisper-Cooling-04G-P4-3965-KR/dp/B01BX3FAWU/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1467558816&sr=8-6&keywords=evga+gtx+960
  
  If you wanted to look a little higher, you could look for the equivalent GTX 970 cards from Nvidia. The GTX 960 should be able to run most games at full resolution and a good framerate.
  I picked the non-K Intel Core-i7-4790 over the K version as the K is unlocked for overclocking. I recommend the Nvidia card because I've personally had a lot of good luck with the drivers for Nvidia with current games (as you want to play). AMD sometimes has had minor issues with getting drivers in good shape as soon as Nvidia.
  
  While EVGA has been a very solid hardware company, you may find a slightly better deal on the GPU if you try to find a Gigabyte or Asus version (Amazon will display the similar cards on the original EVGA GTX970 page. Either of those alternatives should be reliable). This is a proven and popular CPU and GPU pair. Hope it helps you decide.
  
  Note: not sure how large your computer's case is inside. If the GPU is physically too large/long, there are slightly smaller single fan versions available that aren't quite as large and a little slower.

Thanks you :) Also is this the same CPU? Theres 2 listings for it but this one is $50 cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00J56YSLM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1448938370&sr=1-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=i7+4790k&dpPl=1&dpID=51BZvkjEOgL&ref=plSrch

here it is on amazon

It isn't on sale - this is the i7 4790 (not the 4790K) (link).

I've been helping people pick computer parts a lot lately, and here's my go-to current build (as in, where I feel price/performance is optimized)--it's usually around $1000, NOT including monitors. I built two for my company (minus the video card), and they are wonderful. If you want to compare: CPUs, GPUs.

>Case: Corsair 200R, $73

>http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Carbide-200R-Compact-CC-9011023-WW/dp/B009GXZ8MM/

>Cases cheaper than this price point will become flimsy, break, literally cut you, and otherwise fall apart over time. I like the way the 200R is, too--no LEDs, no weird shapes, and 2.5" drive slots.

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>Motherboard: Asus Z97-A, $145

>http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Z97-A-DDR3-2600-Motherboards/dp/B00K2MAU5Q/

>This is a medium range motherboard with PWM case fan pins: an extremely quiet combo. It's more important than you think.

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>CPU: i7-4790K, $336

>http://www.amazon.com/Intel-i7-4790K-Processor-Cache-BX80646I74790K/dp/B00KPRWAX8/

>While we're on CPUs: GHZ MEANS ALMOST NOTHING FOR PERFORMANCE. My 2Ghz i7 in my Mac outperforms my 4Ghz 2500K in my desktop. It's annoying that it's even mentioned in anything but overclocking guides.

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>Memory: 16GB Corsair Vengeance (2x8GB), $130

>http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Vengeance-Desktop-Memory-CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10/dp/B006EWUO22/

>I find myself always using >8GB. Task Manager tells me I'm at 9GB with lots apps but no actual games open.

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>Graphics Card: EVGA GTX 960, $210

>http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-GeForce-Dual-Link-Graphics-02G-P4-2966-KR/dp/B00SC6HAS4/

>The 960 was recently released, but the 750 and the 900 series are very powerful and power efficient, and EVGA makes great cards.

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>PSU: Corsair CX 600W, $60

>http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Builder-Watt-EPS%C2%A0-CX600/dp/B0092ML0OC/

>I skimped on a PSU once (it was "Diablotek"). It took my motherboard and a stick of RAM with it when it died.

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>SSD: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB, $135

>http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-2-5-Inch-Internal-MZ-75E250B-AM/dp/B00OAJ412U/

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>OS: Windows 8.1 Full Version (not OEM), $100:

>http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Windows-8-1-Full-Version/dp/B00EDSI7QO/

Current total: $1189 + tax, way over budget, so...


>The PSU can be replaced with a 500W EVGA for $17 less:

>http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-80PLUS-Certified-ATX12V-100-W1-0500-KR/dp/B00H33SFJU

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>The SSD can be replaced by a 2TB 7200RPM drive, where you won't need a 2nd HDD but booting will be much slower, for $60 less:

>http://www.amazon.com/HGST-Deskstar-3-5-Inch-7200RPM-Internal/dp/B003GSLDRC/
(and get the sata3 monoprice cable)

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>The GPU can be replaced by a GTX 750 Ti, for $65 less, but at a ~30% loss to graphics power (although it's still a great card):

>http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-Superclock-Dual-Link-Graphics-02G-P4-3753-KR/dp/B00IDG3IDO

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>The CPU can be a non-K version (at very little/no performance loss), for $36 less:

>http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM

>The next step down in terms of CPU is an i5-4690, at ~30% less CPU power, for $80 less. I personally wouldn't go there.

This is at $1015 + tax--still over budget, but going much cheaper really starts to bite into your experiences (and if anyone here can recommend anything to save money, I welcome it).


As for monitors, if you're playing EVE, honestly I'd recommend a 2560x1440 monitor because spreadsheets. However, since those start around $300, my go-to cheaper monitors are the not-bad 22" 1080p ones that can be had for around $140.

>BenQ 24" flicker-free (for comfortable viewing) 1080p TN panel (for faster response times), $140:

>http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2460HM-24-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor/dp/B00IKDFL4O/

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>Dell 22" 1080p IPS panel (for better colors and viewing angles), $134:

>http://www.amazon.com/Dell-CFGKT-IPS-LED-21-5-Inch-LED-lit-Monitor/dp/B009H0XQPU/

Source: I've done IT for the past few years, and done dozens of computer purchases/builds.

Notes: I don't buy AMD or ATI unless it's an extreme budget build. I don't buy off-brand because I've had parts break and then not have an RMA available; I've had good experience and RMA support with Corsair and EVGA. You don't really need a CD/DVD drive; you can install Windows from a USB key, but if you're unsure, CD/DVD drives are like $15. If you go with Intel/nVidia Maxwell, you won't really need a >500W PSU.

I don't like to skimp on computers much because, economically, if you're spending even 5-10% of your time waiting for your computer and you earn $10-25/hr, $1000 is paid for in somewhere between 2000-250 hours of use, yet the computer will last at least 3-5 years.

This one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Intel-Professional-Processor-Threading-Technology/dp/B00J56YSLM

http://www.amazon.es/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Procesador-DDR3-SDRAM/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451997621&sr=8-1&keywords=i7-4790

Well that is better than the Xeon and cheaper, so I'd get it. Can be paired with the H81M or B85M since it's not overclockable =non-K. Unlike the i7-4790k+Z97 combo.

i have the MSI B360 Motherboard and was wondering if Intel I7-4790 would be compatible with it? thanks in advance!

Awesome! Thank you so much for the help. One last question and I swear I am done! What is the difference between these two items:

1. http://www.amazon.com/Intel-i7-4790K-Processor-Cache-BX80646I74790K/dp/B00KPRWAX8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418930429&sr=8-1&keywords=I7+4790k
   
   
2. http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418930429&sr=8-2&keywords=I7+4790k

The 8700K will not work on your motherboard. You will need a 4 series CPU. The CPU you linked is an 8 series.

The GSkill memory will probably work.

Even if you upgraded your CPU you still won't get many more frames per second. You already have a first tier CPU. An SSD will make your computer feel faster. A more expensive video card will give you more frames per second.

750 watts should be absolutely fine for that CPU. If you want to go 7 dollars over budget the absolute best CPU for LGA 1150 disregarding overclocking is the 4790 (https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487642057&sr=8-2&keywords=4970) although I think the 4690 makes more sense. Hope all goes well with the build.

I'd hit up /r/buildapc next time, but I'll help you out. This isn't a budget build, so I went with higher quality items than what is particularly necessary. You could save money on a cheaper PSU, mobo, memory, & regular quad core, but why not future proof with an i7 when you're talking about VR. From what I've read, VR is going to be pretty CPU intensive, and games are already commonly scaling past 4 threads. I figured you weren't into overclocking, so I went with a locked CPU. I also left out the case and peripherals, because they're up to preference. I'd suggest getting at least a 1440p monitor though. GPUs at half the price can max out games at 1080p. Lastly, going with a more expensive Skylake CPU over a Haswell chip isn't worth it since there is no performance advantage in gaming. Skylake is actually slower. Most likely due to changes in the PCIe bus. NVM, though, the 6700 over the 4790 still isn't worth the extra cost for such a small increase in performance imo.

The only thing is that new GPUs are coming out this summer, and they're going to bring big improvements. It's the first die shrink since 2012, and they'll be utilizing a new memory standard with massive boosts in performance. Buying a $600 980 Ti right now isn't the wisest investment. Nvidia Maxwell cards also suck at async compute (basically hyperthreading for GPUs), a pretty big part of DX12.

For some reason PCP wasn't picking up the mobo and CPU from Amazon. Here are the links.

http://www.amazon.com/ASRock-DDR3-Motherboards-H97-PRO4/dp/B00KAZPWCG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457654507&sr=8-1&keywords=H97+pro+4

http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457654525&sr=8-1&keywords=4790

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price

----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i7-4790 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor | $307.00
Motherboard | ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $99.00
Memory | G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory | $88.95 @ Amazon
Storage | Crucial BX100 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $66.99 @ Amazon
Storage | Toshiba P300 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $49.99 @ Amazon
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB ACX 2.0+ Video Card | $599.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $79.99 @ Amazon
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit) | $91.01 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $1382.92
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-10 19:02 EST-0500 |

http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A20F6RQJB8XGLY

Also here's an i7 4790 for 60% off

http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A20F6RQJB8XGLY

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price

----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i7-4790 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor | $250.00
Motherboard | MSI Z97S SLI Krait Edition ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $126.00 @ Newegg
Memory | Corsair Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | Purchased For $0.00
Storage | Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | Purchased For $0.00
Storage | Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | Purchased For $0.00
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Superclocked ACX Video Card | Purchased For $0.00
Case | NZXT H440 (White/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $109.99 @ Directron
Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $59.99 @ Newegg
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) | Purchased For $0.00
Monitor | Samsung S23C350H 23.0" Monitor | Purchased For $0.00
Keyboard | Logitech MK320 Wireless Standard Keyboard w/Optical Mouse | Purchased For $0.00
| | Total
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $545.98
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-20 06:35 EST-0500 |
BUY THIS CPU FROM AMAZON RIGHT THE FUCK NOW. Screw microproxy. (unless youre getting the i7 4790k with the Black friday $250 deal) IM NOT GOING TO HESITATE TO BEAT YOU IF YOU DONT.
http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i7-4790-Processor-BX80646I74790/dp/B00J56YSLM

Good choice on the krait.

This build eliminates the need for an aftermarket cooler. And is SIGNIFICANTLY better for all the editing/rendering and stuff.
Cheaper better parts ^~^

Last note: CONSIDER THIS CASE ITS SO FKIN PRETTY ;--; and 70$
http://www.ncixus.com/products/?sku=101096&promoid=1242

Yes, that. Also, if you were planning on blowing over $300 on a processor you could get a substantially more powerful one like an i7-4790

I force my Intel Xeon 1241v3 to run at 3.9Ghz instead of 3.5Ghz.

Pretty much a rebranded i7 4790 without an integrated gpu and is built for 24/7 operation. It's also cheaper.

i7 4790, Intel Xeon 1241v3

New motherboard
ASRock H97M Anniversary Motherboard LGA 1150 Intel H97 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX DDR3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M9A5Q12/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YPrGAbSN62N79

Old motherboard
MSI Intel H81 LGA 1150 DDR3 USB 3.1 Micro ATX Motherboard (H81M-E33) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F42W70A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oRrGAbEBSZ30N

CPU
Intel Core i7-4790 Processor - BX80646I74790 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J56YSLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kSrGAbT0HAR75

Ram
G.SKILL F3-1600C9D-16GXM Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007CCV1TI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LSrGAbK5VQNXS