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Hello All,
I am a first time computer builder, I have some basic knowledge, as I have built, wired, and programmed a robot before. However, I have some questions and concerns.

1. Is everything I have chosen compatible?
I'm worried I may have missed something or messed this up.

2. Is my processor what I need?
I will be running Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Eclipse, and will also be compiling code. Obviously, not all at the same time, but still, these are a little but more of a workload than an average PC user. I'm not against overclocking, which is why I got an unlocked core, but I would like it to be able to do the things I need it to without pushing it just yet.

3. Is my power supply enough?
The current one I have picked out is 300W I have no idea how much I need, I estimated around 200W? Am I totally off?

4. I was planning on using my hard drive from my laptop for awhile until I can afford a new one and an operating system. Will this work with the parts I am planning on buying? Here is my current laptop: https://pro.sony.com/bbsc/ssr/cat-vaio/cat-vaiomobility/product-SVE11135CXW/

5. Will everything work for what I need it to?
Do I have to much? To little? I want a powerful PC, but I don't need anything insane.
-I do a bit more than web browsing
-Photoshop
-Eclipse
-Premiere.
-I don't play any hardcore games, (which is why the video card is nothing fancy) but on occasion I enjoy Minecraft & Terraria which my laptop ran fine.
-I also watch quite a bit of movies and TV.
-Dual Monitors

I'm hoping to stay under $500 if that is an okay price range for what I need?

Here are the parts I have chosen:

Case:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811853002&cm_re=DEEPCOOL_TESSERACT_SW_Mid_Tower_Computer_with_Side_Window_and_2_Blue_LED_Fans_CaseSGCC%2bPLASTIC%2bRUBBER_COATING-_-11-853-002-_-Product

Motherboard:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131873

Processor:
AMD FX-6300 Vishera 6-Core 3.5GHz (4.1GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 95W Desktop Processor FD6300WMHKBOX

RAM:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145345


Graphics Card:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127515

Power Supply:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127515

Optical Drive:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827106276

I plan on just using some monitors I have, along with keyboard and mouse.

I am not opposed to upgrading things in the future, in fact, I plan on it. I just really want a computer to work efficiently and to last me a few years until I have some spare cash to update some things.

Thank you so much in advance for your assistance, it is very appreciated!


 
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shortstuff_mt
Believe it or not, an Intel dual-core i3 chip is faster than the FX-6300 in Photoshop. I would consider getting an i3 now and that will leave the option open to upgrade to an i5 or i7 later.

You won't be able to just take the HDD out of your laptop and have the OS work in your new system. The HDD has registry entries and drivers for your laptop hardware. You will just get BSOD and instability without a fresh OS install.

Here's a build that includes a HDD and OS for just a little over your $500 budget. You can use the integrated GPU that comes in the i3 chip for basic use. My daughter uses the integrated GPU on my i7 CPU for playing Minecraft.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

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Your build will work for sure, but it's not the best you can get for 500$.
1, The GPU you chose is VERY crappy, it won't make a difference, in fact it's probably worse than an IGP.
2, AMD currently uses 32 nm architecture, while Intel uses 22 nm and will release 14 nm in the future.
3, 300 watts won't cut it, even if it's enough for the whole system (for now...)
4, You probably don't need an ODD, most people use USB.
5, Corsair Vengeance is way too overpriced, G.SKILL Ripjaws X is of equal or superior quality and they are available for at least 10-20$ cheaper than the Vengeance.
 
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1. Is there a mb that is similar to the one I have that has a better onboard GPU?
2. I have no idea what nm architecture means? Core layout? Core Size? How does this affect my CPU?
3. What wattage do you recommend?
4. Ah! I diden't think of that!
5. I will look into this!

Thank you for your help!
 
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Believe it or not, an Intel dual-core i3 chip is faster than the FX-6300 in Photoshop. I would consider getting an i3 now and that will leave the option open to upgrade to an i5 or i7 later.

You won't be able to just take the HDD out of your laptop and have the OS work in your new system. The HDD has registry entries and drivers for your laptop hardware. You will just get BSOD and instability without a fresh OS install.

Here's a build that includes a HDD and OS for just a little over your $500 budget. You can use the integrated GPU that comes in the i3 chip for basic use. My daughter uses the integrated GPU on my i7 CPU for playing Minecraft.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-4130 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor ($112.09 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Team Xtreem Dark Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($55.98 @ OutletPC)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec EarthWatts Green 380W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($48.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($15.63 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $525.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 10:51 EDT-0400
 
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Here's a build that sacrifices the i3's power and RAM but gives you an awesome GPU and mobo:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($88.99)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($40.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB FTW ACX Video Card ($144.50 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($48.91 @ Amazon)
Total: $494.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-18 11:12 EDT-0400
 
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1, mobos don't have GPUs in them, CPUs do.
2, nm means the size of the transistors or whatever people call them. Considering the width of a hair is about 90000 nm, if I'm not wrong, you can see how powerful Intel CPUs are compared to AMD.
3, Like in the build I posted, i recommend at least 500-600 watts, depending on the GPU you will be using.
 
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1. Some AMD chipsets still offer onboard GPUs on the motherboard, not the CPU.
2. The nm size has nothing to do with CPU performance. It does help with lower power consumption and packing more into a smaller space, though. Intel CPUs are considerably faster than AMD CPUs due to an overall better design, not because they use a smaller nm manufacturing process.
3. 500W is more than enough for a build like yours and 600W is way more than the system requires.
 
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