Just posted my build guide. The Shadow.

Even if it doesn't win, I'm interested in having feedback on it simply as a build.

Good luck to everyone!

:)

man i'm late, joining this now... wish me luck :D

Congrats to the winners~!

Random Selection Winner:

Wheezy2Ez - The 4K Dream

Top Voted Winner:

Jipster69 - Jipster Edition =P Mini ITX! ~ GTX980 Ti! ~ i7-6700K!

Say you're not 18 or older (I'm 16) could my parents claim the build if I win?

Do mail in rebates count?

Do discounts such as mail in rebates count?

MSI Marketing Rep -

Hi All,

I would like to say Thank You for participating and Thank to PCPartPicker (Staff). I know there are couple of flaws but this is our first time doing a contest which we thought would be fun and free. I definitely have taken all the feedback from alot of people and will make the next contest better. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me and I will try my best to answer them.

Thank you.

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Bjqqqs/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-8thdemolisher

YES FULLY UP AND RUNNING AND ITS NOW A FINISHED GUIDE!

Took long and it's quite fun being a hobby of mine

Please Check it out and vote up if you think it deserves it =D]

THANKS MSI AND PCPP

I really want to clear this up by getting a response from somone at MSi because I have found nothing conlcusive on the matter except for specualtion from other contest members. So, MSI representatives, do the MSI Z170A Krait Gaming Motherboards count. Please clarify as this could disqualify many of the builds out there and I know that I myself and many others have been trying to figure this out. Please answer this as soon as you can or maybe post an update about it in the contest rules.

Thanks

Well. There shatters my dream. But i'm happy that i can sleep peacefully (for) now :P

Nice contest, hopefully we see this again. And maybe it will not be as chaotic as this one lol.

Philip you shouldn't host contests that have a "most upvotes" winner, because you are basically giving a free computer to jipster...

It's going downhill.

is the MSI R9 Fury allowed?

Done. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/jdG323/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide Check it out! or if you don't want to I understand...

Motherboard selection is still a little confusing. First guideline states that it has to either be Z170A GAMING or X99A GAMING. My one question with this is, does the GAMING have to come first in the name in order for the motherboard to qualify? Ex. X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON VS. X99A GAMING 9 ACK. Does it strictly have to fall in the order of Z170A GAMING/X99A Gaming or is it acceptable to use something that still contains those words but not in the exact order as in the case of the X99A GODLIKE GAMING CARBON?

Also maybe we should compile a list of qualifying motherboards as this seems to be confusing everyone. MSI can you help with that??

Thanks!!

Can you edit your guide once submitted?

Sorry if I can't read but is the $2k before or after rebate?

Great contest MSI! Does my build meet your expectations?. If so upvote and turn it into reality!

Must be 18 years or older to enter

....my 18th birthday is literally three months away...

sigh

When is this "later date"?

I have been so excited to find out who won that i forgot it only ended two days ago, and not a week ago.

I wonder who won how about you guys?

congrats to the winners!

Like, I don't mean to be rude, but WTF why did this person win (the random winner) ? He just joined PCPP Feb. 4th. This isn't fair to members, like me, who have been with PCPP since November of 2014. I mean congratulations to him but I don't believe his part selection is that great. I mean really? The source 210 with 2 980Ti's?

Anyways, fun time with the contest, hope there's another one soon...

better luck next time i guess thank you for the chance msi and pcpp

Congrats to Wheezy2ez and Jipster69!

Congrats dudes, super jealous

RIP Wheezy2Ez.

Has Wheezy2Ez claimed his win yet?

Oh funny! I was working with my MSI N3150i Eco tonight and I just noticed the contest is over. In fact, that's how I have discovered that there was a contest in the first place.

congrats to jipster and Wheezy2Ez!

note: I'm from Quebec so even if I had known about the contest I cannot win. I can participate but I can't be the winner, my entry will be voided.

thanks MSI for bringing the contest to PCPP. OR should I say thanks pcpp for bringing an MSI contest?

Oh hell yeah

kewl

Can't wait! I've been needing a new computer for a long time!

Are we talking tower only or complete build (Which means monitor included)? It will mean a huge difference to those entering the contest.

On that.

Will all vendors be supported? Say Microcenter for the CPU?

Totally going to try and join! Is liking PCPartPicker and MSI a requirement though? I don't use facebook.

This makes me so excited! Best of luck to everyone!!!!

Sweet. Entry coming soon. :D

No link shorteners

Shameless plug: http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/nfxFf7/msi-build-your-dream-pc-red-dragon :)

TWO QUESTIONS:

• Is there a way to enter if you dont have facebook ?

• for the video card can you use 980 ti or only 980's and below ?

Thanks for hosting this contest

Why is my build guide not showing up in the Build Guide list?

Hey guys Feel free to look at my "MSI BUILD YOUR DREAM PC"

This is the link http://au.pcpartpicker.com/guide/cWJ7YJ/msi-build-your-dream-pc-monster-killing-gaming-pc

PLEASE LOOK AT IT AND LIKE IT AND VOTE FOR IT

if i win this it is help me a lot

i entered i doubt i win but eh oh well GL all

Question, can we use Micro Center in-store pickup price or only shipping price?

im not 18+ =(

is international?? or usa only? https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/ZkH9TW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-skylake-gaming-pc

"You must choose any MSI Z170A GAMING or MSI X99A GAMING motherboard."

Doesn't this limit everyone to ATX or EATX form factor? That seems counter-productive.

Well, I wish everybody else good luck. I just hope I can win this so I don't need to use my prebuilt Dell Intel Core2 2.3GHz / GeForce 8800...can't even run YouTube without extreme stutter and lag. Please check mine out and maybe give it a vote so I don't need to cry myself to sleep every night...thanks =) https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/ZpQzK8/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-dragon-god

Posted. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/WMMnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-red-dragon

:)

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/j88TwP/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-ice-fire-gaming-dragon Does this respect all the rules? Will it be counted?

Awesome! About to start working on my build! Good luck everyone!

So beside the components mentioned there can we add some more?

Does the z170a krait gaming qualify for this or no?

This is awesome! Maybe a chance to upgrade my pathetic old PC...

What's up with like half the builds being something to do with a dragon? (apart from MSI thing)

Can't people come up with better names?

someone want to check me and my story?

Thank you for holding this, MSI! I'm really glad this site is getting this, it's a very important site to the PC building community. I've made my submission and I will patiently wait for the results. Best of luck to everyone!

Just uploaded my builders guide. Hope everyone sees it and give me a chance. Good luck everyone.

is it Base Price or Mail in rebate price?

Submitted mine: http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/WYRscf/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-little-red-dragon

Then I realized that z170I may not count. Can we get a confirmation on the itx mobo? If it doesn't count can I delete the guide and resubmit?

Thanks

Does a liquid cooling kit qualify as a cpu cooler since it does the same job right??

This is really cool. Love the opportunity. If anyone would like to take a look at what I thought would be good, I'd appreciate the feedback regardless.

Cheers!

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/J7MnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-humble-beginnings

Posted mines, upvotes are welcomed! http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Cy8TwP/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide

I just love how all of them are basically the same lol

how do you put in your entry?

Somewhat of a shameless plug: https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/gTZxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-teselecta But in all reality, I feel like I used good and sensible choice in components but I still want to see what you think. Did I use mainstream components that make it boring? Which case should I use in the end? Thanks for the help in advance.

Hopefully my build guide won't get buried too deep here. I present, Hot Rod.

For the PC Enthusiast! For the love of building your rig! I have posted this build in honor of our culture. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/mgZxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-pc-enthusiasm-forever-its-in-our-blood

Thank you for your views.

Getting into the PC gaming going to build first system https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/F8PxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-red-giant

Deleted my last entry so I can return with Blackout!

The builds I've seen here are really awesome-looking, especially given the restrictions. I look foreward to seeing who wins!

Just finished up my entry. I know that my chance of winning is slim but I still had a lot of fun choosing the parts and I think it's pretty awesome to look at what kind of builds other people would go for! http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/TnXscf/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-flames-and-ash

What if the computer cost $2000.000000000000000000 (5 years later) 000000000001. :D

Awww man, you have to be 18. :/

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3JqJYJ

Entered mine... Good luck everyone

Here's my entry! dragon564738's entry!

please look at my MSI Build You Dream pc and please like and vote for it pleaseit will help me alot this is the link: https://au.pcpartpicker.com/guide/t7MnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-monster-killing-gaming-pc?show=1

Take a itty bitty picky at me build, thank you very much sir http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/9CCmP6/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide

This is great, been wanting a new desktop for years, and this is my chance. Hope i win with my build: http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/KXMnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-my-dream-build

I don't know were to submit my build but I hope its here! My build was planned for my needs of playing and recording high fps games and editing sound and video. I love my Msi laptop but If I win this contest this will be my first desktop since my parents wont buy a computer that can only be at either of their houses. I don't know if the contest includes Screens, software and headphones but I included those in my build so please let me know if that will disqualify me. My build total is $1782.12 USD $2243.64 CAD This is my build name I hope this is how I enter it >https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Jujub555/saved/#view=6TzQzy <

Thank you so much for this opportunity MSI, (and for my soon to be new PC >:) ) Its great to look at other people's builds who have more experience then me to see what they do differently. Best luck to everyone and may the best build win (aka not mine ? :/)!

Here's Mine: https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/pBFfrH/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-selene

Good luck everyone.

When does the contest end ?

Oh yeah

Can I participate even I am not is US or is just for US?

just for clarification, this is just the case we are building correct msi and fellow computer enthusiasts ? (computer monitors, speakers and other accessories are not counted.) also, is it price with or without sales? i.e. base price= $2050 while sales bring it down to $1999.

is it an international giveaway????? either way https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/CFCmP6/edit/#view=QJgG3C

Welp, here's my chance

Does the cost include mail rebates or not? i'm at $1954 with and $2009 without :-D many thanks in advance!

Sweet contest!! Baby Goliath is my contender for the ring :) good luck everyone! aswesome give away

Finished my build guide. Best of luck to all who enter!

HELP!! The motherboards aren't available when I try to look for them. Help??

https://pcpartpicker.com/user/aradfir/saved/#view=YcgG3C ! is this accepted?

Can you include headsets and monitors with your build.

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/m2j48d/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide

I'd love to know what you all think about my guide!

Oh, jeez! Well for what its worth, here's mine: http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/VkH9TW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-lucifer not looking for upvotes really, more like helpful criticism, :)

Where do you go to submit the build?

Great and fun contest,gl to all of you,let the building begin!

Wooo this is awesome! Hopefully my build can compete!

I would do this, but i just went through 900 bucks for my pc XD. So, I'm just gonna keep mine.

Quick question, when we receive our build, will it be built or will we have to build it ourselves? just curious.

Good luck to everyone! Here's my build guide. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/HpD48d/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-widow

You must choose any MSI Z170A GAMING or MSI X99A GAMING motherboard.

This seems moderately Intel-biased.

Here's my completely serious entry for the contest. If I win I'll take the $2000 and buy two reasonably priced AMD based systems for myself and my wife.

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Dh2Ff7/edit/ Check out my msi guide it's code name is "The Big Red"

Is this contest worldwide? Due to limitations on my Wi-Fi I am unable to access the page containing further information / rules :/

Here's Mine, I think I made the right choices!

Quick question do we need to include a copy of windows in this build?

I'm not sure where I'm supposed to send this, so I'll just drop it in here ;3 https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Mm2Ff7/edit/

Also, in case staff glance over this comment rather than read the build, I'd like to thanks MSI / PCPP for this opportunity! <3

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/vNscCJ/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-riot

Not sure if its a requirement to like their facebook page hopefully not as i do not have one. If anyone sees anything wrong with my guide please let me know, thanks!

Does the price include tax?

Link I hope you guys vote for me!

Awesome!! Here's my submission: http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/kgZxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-silent-snow Check it out!! :D

Had fun making my first ever build, ty for the contest: https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/LqNnTW/edit/#view=9TFv6h

Hey Guys Check Out My Msi Dream Build http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Ph2Ff7/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-bloody-dream I Really Need A new pc Using a gt630 and g2020 for my everyday gaming build right now

Welp, I finished mine.

There is literally no one I know in RL (except 3 people) who have built a computer, so I'll put this here.

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/CKnTwP/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-vr-redy

Can you guys clarify a few things:

1. You say the parts list has to be under $2000 at the END of the contest? If we end up losing a critical rebate or a component jumps in price are we allowed to make changes to our builds to put us back under the limit? Do we have to make a new submission or are we just allowed to edit the old one?

2. Are MIRs and combo discounts included? What about places that would normally charge tax and shipping?

Just got done with my build, Star's Echo.

Good luck to everyone, and thank you to MSI and PcPartPicker for doing this contest.

Heres my build.... http://pcpartpicker.com/p/pwPkFT

Its not very flashy or nuts. But it is my dream PC because my current PC is an ancient C2D e4500 @ 3.0ghz. My PC stutters when I watch 1080@60 video on youtube. So I really hope I win this rig! haha

Thanks for looking!

Check out my <30L 4K gaming build. Fully compliant with the rules (ATX mobo), 390 CF, 4K Freesync monitor and OS included!

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Frp9TW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-4k-gaming-htpc

Have never done a build before but I put together everything that I would want in a PC What do you all think?

I just compiled my build.

Shameless bump xD.

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/jQwrxr/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-prototype-5820k-black-lightning

Couldn't hurt to give this a shot! It was fun trying to assemble my dream build here. Let me know what you think! http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/3nXscf/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-wonderbox

https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/guide/44PxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-i7-6700k-msi-z170a-gaming-m7-atx-lga1151-motherboard-msi-geforce-gtx-980-4gb-twin-frozr-video-card

Please give me some love, I'd love to get some up votes! Good luck to everyone else in the contest :P

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/HHDvTW plz take a look

Here is my build, I really hope I win so I can replace my old HP Pavilion and start creating content again: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/hLRtjX

so we dont have to include an os right

I cannot make a build guide on this device, im sad now :(

Here's what I got: PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

does anyone know if we can add Peripherals ?

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/ctkcCJ/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide this is my entry Plz upvote me and comment.

Please check out this build guide that I just made. https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Xh2Ff7/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-gaming-editing-and-work-aio Good Luck!

Can anyone confirm if it is $2000 base total, or total?

I may have missed it. Can your build be edited after posting/receiving votes?

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/RtkcCJ/edit/#view=GcgG3C I had to resubmit this because I tagged it improperly.

This build was designed for maximum cost efficiency alongside an easy upgrade path, with a bit of color coordination. I chose storage, RAM, and PSU solutions based on an easy upgrade path.

With a 1TB SSD and a 2TB HDD, the user won't need to be upgrading their internal storage anytime soon (I prefer NAS anyway). The SSD also matches the color scheme. The SSD isn't the greatest, but it is certainly better than any HDD and for most people, the difference between this and something very high end like a 750 series SSD would not be noticeable.

32GB of RAM is a bit excessive, but it should last the user for a very long time, and hopefully won't be a bottleneck when considering future upgrades. It matches the color scheme nicely with a hint of red.

An 860W Platinum certified PSU is more than enough to handle a second 980 Ti in the future, and as components become more power efficient it should continue to last just fine. It also matched the color scheme.

The processor was chosen based on cost effectiveness. An i7-6700k is great, but it's more than $150 more than the i5-6600k. It was an easy choice to save money without losing much performance.

A 980 Ti was a no brainer for a $2000 pricepoint. I was considering SLI, but that would take up 70% of the budget, leaving only $600 for all other components. That's not quite enough.

The motherboard was also a no brainer. To qualify for the giveaway, I needed the best MSI Z170 Gaming board I can fit in. MSI's red/black color scheme is easy to follow with other components.

The case was chosen because it's my personal favorite. There's lots of room for cable management, more/better watercooling, and it is the red & black one, matching the color scheme.

Lastly, I chose the cooler because it's from a reputable brand, mostly matches the color scheme, and is overall a good AIO unit.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

The silver Bullet...

https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Laqui/saved/#view=48zQzy

I would love to build it.

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/M7MnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-red-flame-rod Ples like and something ples

Here's my entry! Loved building this PC!

Here's my submission for this glorious PC contest! I call it Awaken the Dragon Let the best build win!

whatcha think about War Machine? http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/nqNnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-war-machine

I'm in the game !!!! Awesome contest

It appears my build guide is not showing up publicly... does it just take some time?

Link: https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/FNscCJ/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-in-a-wooorld-of-red-and-black-one-case-dares-to-have-yellow-as-its-theme-this-winter-silicon-carbide-starring-msi-corsair-evga-and-swiftech

Anyways... I may not win this competition, but I think it is safe to say, I've got the best title.

Running on a toshiba satellite L75D with AMD A6 processor and i'm only using integrated graphics. Please vote for mine. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/F8PxFT/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-red-giant

please come and see my ENCHILADA proyect :) http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/xBFfrH/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-enchilada

Take a look and critique if you may. http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/jqNnTW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide

If you all are bored at looking through all the "Crimson" theme builds, please feel free to check out my build I made! I think it will give a good variety to all the red. If you ask I can vote for your build as long as you have done the same for mine. ;)

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/4byp99/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-cobalt-core

Does the price include rebates?

Well I decided to throw my hat in the ring with the 'Jimmie Rustler.' Goofiest build description on here, I almost guarantee it.

https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/Fh2Ff7/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-jimmie-rustler

I guarantee it's 8/8 no b8 m8

don't think i win the most votes and really hopeing for the random win. This is my build http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/rkqqqs/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-dragoon. Good luck to all!! Also when does this end?

Is this motherboard acceptable? https://pcpartpicker.com/part/msi-motherboard-z170mmortar

Super hyped and good luck to all!

When does the contest end?

Anyone take a look at mine? http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/F62Ff7/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-rb-demon

In the name of the first order! https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/kpD48d/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-kyber-dragon

Just made my build guide... I have actually been working on this PC Build for like over a month trying to make sure I have everything exactly how I want it. and today found out about the contest. :) Check it out. CODE: RED ..... and yes it's named after my favorite flavor of Mountain Dew :P

Just finished my build guide.. and yes it's named after my favorite Mtn Dew flavor CODE: RED

My build is up after some editing https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/zJBD4D/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-show-off#cx1366138 Give your feedback

Hope I win :D http://pcpartpicker.com/user/MrRevolutionary/saved/XmmwrH

Good luck everyone! Hopefully my Potato wins so i don't have to play CS:GO with 30 FPS @ 4:3 600x460 resolution ;-;

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/kMBBwP

Sorry for advertising, but any feedback would be nice on my build guide.

A Mini Challenger Appears.. https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/7KnTwP/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-mighty-mini-itx-build

Can include a 980 Ti Lightning or Seahawk in my build even if there are no prices listed on here? Could I just list the MSRP?

just built mine http://pcpartpicker.com/p/skgg23

Hey everyone! I just got my build guide up! http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/vcBD4D/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-red-phantom Can you please upvote and give your opinion on the guide? Thanks

i still have yet to build my first rig, but my budget is under $1,300!

The SSD that I had put on my build no longer has a price. What should I do? Put one in with a price? Or leave it? I don't want to get disqualified and I don't want to leave out an SSD.

Here's my offering for a neat little X99/980 Ti combo that has some great performance. I would love to actually build this little beast! https://pcpartpicker.com/guide/PRnTwP/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-the-hidden-demon

i made this =)

http://pcpartpicker.com/guide/PHp9TW/msi-build-your-dream-pc-guide-silver-surfer