TtFr33k

was the build finished in time for the deadline?

as there are no photos of the completed build anywhere

When looking at pure modding, design, skill level, material, tools used and the buildlog my list would be:
 
1. Suchao Prowphong (By far!)
2. Mathieu Delsuc and Stuart Tonks
 
However I also voted for Stuart and Mathieu because in my opinion Andy Webers build shouldn't be above Mathieu Delsuc or Stuart Tonks.....at all

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

hey guys, knocked up a quick, cheap and easy PSU shroud mod i thought i would share with you
Time: 10-15mins
Tools and Materials:
Hot Glue Gun
sheet of Foamboard 500mmx770mmx5mm
Box cutters or scissors
ruler
white pencil (if doing black)
tape measure
pretty simple really. measure the depth x length for the top, and then height x length
while you want your measurements to be straight, it doesnt need to be "perfect" as once mounted, most of the imperfections are hidden.
once you have your two cuts, ensure you push the top against the side, this is so your open cut of foamboard is pointing upwards, and "hidden"
make sure its straight (but again, doesnt need to be perfect) and simply hot glue together. i did a strip along the entire length.
i should mention, test to make sure each part will fit in easily. i found that i needed to cut 5mm off the length to ensure it would fit.
total cost: $30 ($13 for Glue Gun, $13 for foamboard, $4 for pencil and ruler, everything came from Officeworks)
i should also add, this is something anyone can do. im not artsy and crafty by any means, but i think this is certainly something ANYONE can do, incredibly cheaply as well.
sorry for the poor photos, was having upload problems.

hey guys, knocked up a quick, cheap and easy PSU shroud mod i thought i would share with you
Time: 10-15mins
Tools and Materials:
Hot Glue Gun
sheet of Foamboard 500mmx770mmx5mm
Box cutters or scissors
ruler
white pencil (if doing black)
tape measure
pretty simple really. measure the depth x length for the top, and then height x length
while you want your measurements to be straight, it doesnt need to be "perfect" as once mounted, most of the imperfections are hidden.
once you have your two cuts, ensure you push the top against the side, this is so your open cut of foamboard is pointing upwards, and "hidden"
make sure its straight (but again, doesnt need to be perfect) and simply hot glue together. i did a strip along the entire length.
i should mention, test to make sure each part will fit in easily. i found that i needed to cut 5mm off the length to ensure it would fit.
total cost: $30 ($13 for Glue Gun, $13 for foamboard, $4 for pencil and ruler, everything came from Officeworks)
i should also add, this is something anyone can do. im not artsy and crafty by any means, but i think this is certainly something ANYONE can do, incredibly cheaply as well.
sorry for the poor photos, was having upload problems.

hey guys, knocked up a quick, cheap and easy PSU shroud mod i thought i would share with you
Time: 10-15mins
Tools and Materials:
Hot Glue Gun
sheet of Foamboard 500mmx770mmx5mm
Box cutters or scissors
ruler
white pencil (if doing black)
tape measure
pretty simple really. measure the depth x length for the top, and then height x length
while you want your measurements to be straight, it doesnt need to be "perfect" as once mounted, most of the imperfections are hidden.
once you have your two cuts, ensure you push the top against the side, this is so your open cut of foamboard is pointing upwards, and "hidden"
make sure its straight (but again, doesnt need to be perfect) and simply hot glue together. i did a strip along the entire length.
i should mention, test to make sure each part will fit in easily. i found that i needed to cut 5mm off the length to ensure it would fit.
total cost: $30 ($13 for Glue Gun, $13 for foamboard, $4 for pencil and ruler, everything came from Officeworks)
i should also add, this is something anyone can do. im not artsy and crafty by any means, but i think this is certainly something ANYONE can do, incredibly cheaply as well.
sorry for the poor photos, was having upload problems.

Stu is really starting to smash the votes now. could end up being a close run between him and Suchao.

 
though, im really disappointed to see Fabio not doing better. that superhero build deserves to be top 3 with Stu and Suchao.

Stu is really starting to smash the votes now. could end up being a close run between him and Suchao.

 
though, im really disappointed to see Fabio not doing better. that superhero build deserves to be top 3 with Stu and Suchao.

5 litres of coolant later and this monster is up and running.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yeah, ive spent the past couple of weeks trying to find some ram that looks just as good, apart from Avexir's ram, ive not had alot of luck
 
i seriously considered using the Avexir Blitz, but for some reason, i just dont think it will "suit" the overall build. the look/coloring of the Trident-X really matches up well with the Formula V. maybe if i do an MSI mobo build next, ill use the Blitz 

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

2 way race between Stuart and Suchao in my eyes.

Nick, Andy and Richi's builds are overall pretty average, Mathieu's looks great, but a little underwhelming.



i really hope people vote objectively.

update with some photos that are a bit better 
 
 

2013.

who doesnt like a tank? 

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

though, if you ever find one that hasnt been abused, id highly recommend jumping on it. they are in the price range of a low GTX970, or a R9 290x

i paid $450AUD for mine, but that included a brand new, never used XSPC waterblock for it (which was valued at $100)

so really, i paid $350 for what is one of the best GPU's of all time, and still eats everything up for breakfast

i dont blame you

got it practically unused as well ^^,


now i just need to find a second one :'(

sorry for a lack of updates, project has stalled while i sort out some financials and other biz, should be back on track within a couple of weeks

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

i....really need to think of better usernames :'(

so, Hi guys! ill do a little intro first, my name is Drew, 26 Australian, ive just started running my own, small PC business. long walks on the beach....but you want to know my build? 

(apologies for the terrible photos, ill be shooting new ones soon)

may i introduce "Project Galactus" a 3-stage build, to show you dont need to spend a fortune, to build a world eater

CPU: AMD FX-8350 (currently running 4.5Ghz)
Cooler: Thermaltake 2.0 Pro with NiC C5 fans (Push/Pull) ive gone with the C5 fans for better CFM, and a nicer look
Mobo: ROG Crossfire V Formula Z
RAM: G.Skill Trident-X 2400Mhz 2x4GB
GPU: Sapphire 7950
PSU: 620w Antec HCG

-Stage 2- (expected completion time, 2-3weeks)
240GB SSD (brand yet to be determined)
RAM upgrade to 16GB G.Skill's or Avexir Blitz 1.1 16GB 2x8GB 2133Mhz (waiting to hear back from them, to see if they do 4x4GB)
PSU Upgraded to Thermaltake 1050w DPS G
2 more Sapphire 7950's (3 total) with custom black backplates
Red and Black cable extensions, all combed.
Try to get as close to a stable 6Ghz as possible

-Stage 3-
5x Thermaltake red Riing 12's
custom front plate, removing the mesh, replacing with sheet aluminium, with a big Tt CnC cut into it, LED lit to the Thermaltake colors

All up, its set to cost me around $1200 to put Galactus together, using a combination of new and quality second hand parts.
i think that covers pretty much everything im doing, if i remember any more, ill let you know

Edit: im really sorry for the potato photos, please dont hurt me

you would be correct!

Sapphire 7990, as new, used once just for a benchmark

now to find a second one >.>

weird, because i manually re-orientate them before posting.

will have another mess around.

in other news (will update with better photos, im just excited!)
 
guess the new beast?