Build almost ready, need mobo

[ChaoZ]

I have a ~$600 budget. This will be for general use, light gaming and video transcoding. I want this build to be a bit quieter and I'm willing to splurge a little. If you want to replace some parts, feel free but I think I'm sticking with the case. The $0 parts below are the ones that'll be reusing.


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core OEM/Tray Processor ($218.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! Shadow Rock Slim 113.8 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler ($39.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($104.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Sandisk Extreme 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($0.00)
Video Card: MSI Radeon HD 7770 1GB Video Card ($0.00)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($34.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Full (32/64-bit) ($0.00)
Sound Card: HT Omega STRIKER Sound Card ($0.00)
Total: $512.80
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-20 12:45 EDT-0400

 

[mfenn]

A 7770 is only going to be suitable for very light gaming (indie platformers, MOBAs, etc.). If that's what you're interested in, then that's totally fine but I thought I would point it out.

Since you've got a K-series CPU and an aftermarket cooler, I'm going to assume that you will be overclocking. In that case, you will need a Z97 motherboard like the ASRock Z97M Pro4 for $75 AR.

 

[ChaoZ]

Yea, I'll upgrade the gpu once it gets cheaper; the good ones are just too expensive right now. And that motherboard looks great, thanks.

 

[mfenn]

No problem!

 

[daveybrat]

A 7770 is only going to be suitable for very light gaming (indie platformers, MOBAs, etc.). If that's what you're interested in, then that's totally fine but I thought I would point it out.

Since you've got a K-series CPU and an aftermarket cooler, I'm going to assume that you will be overclocking. In that case, you will need a Z97 motherboard like the ASRock Z97M Pro4 for $75 AR.

Great motherboard recommendation by mfenn. I use the exact same board but the ATX version. It's fantastic for the price. And the onboard Intel LAN is great.

Another vote for that board!