Final Decisions on Mini Build

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Hey Guys;

I have a main pc that is not portable. And now I have partially completed the build of my portable HTPC/Gaming PC, where it will b used as a HTPC at home and a gaming pc where visiting friends.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H80i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII GENE Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($209.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($57.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO 500GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($155.88 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($398.98 @ OutletPC)
Case: BitFenix Prodigy M Midnight Black MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($84.99 @ B&H)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM (64-bit) ($124.75 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Logitech Wireless All-in-One Keyboard TK820 Wireless Slim Keyboard w/Touchpad ($108.49 @ Adorama)
Total: $1375.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-04-16 17:28 EDT-0400

I purchased PSU [Corsair RM750 2014 edition] which turned to be too long (180mm) restricting the first VGA cards slot to a max of 240mm. I have spare R9 280X but the question am asking myself. Do I need a PSU 2 run 2 cards or one, since the only monitor at my friends place is a 24" 1080p TN panel 120Hz or 42" LED 1080P 60Hz TV.

XOV PSU Calculator component list

Motherboard: Desktop
Socket: Socket LGA 1151
CPU: 1 x Intel Core i5-6600K 3500 MHz Skylake-S
CPU Speed: 4700MHz
CPU Vcore: 1.37V
CPU Utilization: 90%
Memory: 2 x 8GB DDR4 Module
Video Card Set 1: 2 x AMD Radeon R9 280X
Core Clock: 1021MHz
Memory Clock: 1500MHz
SLI / CF: Yes
Storage: 1 x M.2 SSD
Storage: 1 x SSD
PCI Express Card: 1 x TV Tuner - Satellite (DVB-S) Card
Other Device: 2 x USB 3.0 Device
Keyboard: 1 x Standard Keyboard
Mouse: 1 x Standard Mouse
Liquid Cooling Kit: 1 x Corsair Hydro H80i GT
Computer Utilization: Always On (24/7)
Load Wattage: 852W
Recommended Wattage: 902W
Amperage: +3.3V: 11.7A, +5V: 10.3A, +12V: 67.7A
Recommended UPS Rating: 1750VA
Generated by eXtreme PSU Calculator 2016-04-16 09:45:57

Second in terms of power I can't fit a 1000W PSU only 850-860W which will not be sufficient to run two cards. Shall I go with 650W unit which is sufficient to run one high end card and a pcie card if I want one?


Regards;

 

[Ken g6]

Second in terms of power I can't fit a 1000W PSU only 850-860W which will not be sufficient to run two cards.

Depends on the cards. That would run 2 970s. However...

Do I need a PSU 2 run 2 cards or one, since the only monitor at my friends place is a 24" 1080p TN panel 120Hz or 42" LED 1080P 60Hz TV.

You should be OK with only one good card - depending on how sensitive you are to FPS. I'd stick with the 280X until the new cards come out this summer; then get a decent one, maybe a 980 Ti equivalent that doesn't take as much power.

 

[Blue_Max]

That case isn't as mobile as you think... it's still pretty large and those "handles" are only decorative - they used to break extremely easily.

I snagged a super deal on a Lenovo Thinkcentre 71z which was smaller than almost any other mATX case out there but also came with a super, durable handle. Cheap!

You're buying all new... I'd seriously consider an ITX board with a case like the SG-13B you can stuff in a small bag but still room for a top-tier video card and power supply.

 

[pitz]

I don't think I'd do the 1Tb Samsung 840 Evo. Should be able to find a 20nm MLC drive, or even upgrade to the Samsung 850 Evo (which has 3D TLC) in that price range.

 

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Depends on the cards. That would run 2 970s. However...

You should be OK with only one good card - depending on how sensitive you are to FPS. I'd stick with the 280X until the new cards come out this summer; then get a decent one, maybe a 980 Ti equivalent that doesn't take as much power.

I am removing one 280x from my mining rig. I have 2x780s in my main rig and am planning of upgrading the graphic cards in the main system when hbm2 cards are available as I have 2 monitors connected Acerx34 and 4K TV. A possible third monitor.

So I was wondering if I should have both 780 installed or only one. But that will require a large PSU 1000W to be safe which is two large it might run with 850W but then the PC will be heavy which is lowering the portability of the pc.

 

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Most items are purchased.

I installed my old GTX 460 because the rm 750 wouldn't allow longer cards to be installed. I removed the psu and transfered it to my test bench.

 

[Blue_Max]

Nice. Have you decided how you're going to transport it around?

 

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Via handles

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[Headfoot]

I'd avoid a 2 card set up, especially on pre-290 AMD stuff with the frame pacing issues and all that. Adds weight and power use, and half the time it doesn't even work in the game until 6 months after its come out. I've got 2x 290s and I'm moving back to a single card as soon as new cards are out

 

[Blue_Max]

Via handles

Like I said, the Prodigy's "handles" are only decorative and break easily. You'll find out.