Description
I wanted to put together a new Z270 gaming build with RGB lighting and I have had my eye on the 460X RGB Case for some time now. This was my first build using a tempered glass case and I must say that the finished product is very nice to look at. This build is mainly for gaming but I also do some video converting with handbrake so I opted for the i7. Overall I am very happy with the finished build but the i7 7700K does tend to run a little hot when compared to the 6700K
Part Reviews
CPU
very nice CPU; great for video converting but it does run a good bit hotter than the 6700K
CPU Cooler
I was able to get a refurb for $70; great deal at that price and runs relatively quiet
Motherboard
I love this motherboard; very solid and great looking. Plenty of options
Memory
I am a big fan of Corsair memory and with this build I needed low low profile memory in order for everything to fit. When I am not using Corsair memory I use G.Skill
Storage
I was tempted to go with a 960 EVO but I was able to get an 850 for $59.99 and I could not pass it up
Video Card
I like to stick with one manufacturer when putting a build together (personal preference) and I was going to go with a non-FE GTX 1070 but I bought this card from a buddy for $280, took good to pass up and looks great
Case
This is easily the best looking case I have ever built in; the RGB fans look amazing and the glass is stunning. Overall building in it was great but with that said if you decided to go with this case you need to carefully plan your cable management because there is precious little space behind the back panel. I had to re-do some cabling to make things fit.
Power Supply
I have always been a fan of EVGA SUpernova PSUs and the new G3 series does not disappoint. They are slightly smaller than the G2 series which helps in smaller cases and for cable management overall
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