First build questions :)

ZeroNightmare

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Hi everyone!

It's my first time trying to build a PC and I have been reading a bit about what parts I need, best options for GPU and other stuff and since I found the best answers on this forum I figured I ask myself this time :D

This is the list of parts I have so far:

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nw9JmG

This PC will be used mostly for (if not only) for entertainment purposes. Surfing the web, watching movies/series in 1080p (higher if available) and gaming. I'm more of a console gamer but I would like to have the option of playing some games on PC with medium or higher settings,

The parts I would like to keep as they are in my list are the R9 270x, the FX 6300 and the NZXT Phantom 410 case but suggestions are always welcome. As for the rest I woud like your opinion if that would be ok or if maybe I could save a bit of money on some of the parts without affecting too much of the performance.

Also if you see some compatibility issues let me know and one more thing. I'm from Mexico so if I buy for example the GPU and the processor in Amazon (they're much cheaper even with shipping and taxes included) will it be ok if I mix them up with parts bought in Mexico. I'm assuming they're the same but I guess it doesn't hurt to ask

Thanks for your answers or sorry if I made some mistakes with my english! :p

 
Here my suggestion:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($76.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 270X 2GB Dual-X Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($85.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $680.41
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-06-08 11:47 EDT-0400)


For shipping, check the website if they do shipping to Mexico and to your area. Yes you can use different retailers but check shipping rates as well.
 
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