Need help with a new computer build on whether the parts I have chosen are compatible.

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In the past I have bought 'pre-built custom computers' however now I am looking at building one for myself. I ask for help and advice from those with experience on whether the components I am looking at are compatible with each other such as whether the power supply is sufficient, radiator will fit and best position for the radiator etc.

The proposed component list can be found here.

Note: The two Noctua fans are to be attached to the H100i.

Thank you in advance :)
 
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matt1-0-1
It all looks good - everything should work fine. Do note though that going with X99 cpus and motherboards will not give you a performance boost in gaming; you will be better off with a Z97 motherboard and i7 4790K. For a build of this budget, I would consider a higher wattage power supply (maybe 750W or 850W) just in case you want to add another graphics card in the future. You should probably also get a larger hard drive - 1TB is pretty much the minimum if you want to play multiple AAA games today.
Hope I helped, and good luck!
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It all looks good - everything should work fine. Do note though that going with X99 cpus and motherboards will not give you a performance boost in gaming; you will be better off with a Z97 motherboard and i7 4790K. For a build of this budget, I would consider a higher wattage power supply (maybe 750W or 850W) just in case you want to add another graphics card in the future. You should probably also get a larger hard drive - 1TB is pretty much the minimum if you want to play multiple AAA games today.
Hope I helped, and good luck!
 
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GREAT BUILT!!!!
Radiator will fit in that case easily on top. Get 750w Seasonic, evga or xfx PSU. Corsair and 550W is just killing. Don't get Corsair cx cs and vs series, they are so bad. If you want to get Corsair then get a PSU from AX series, but prices are overkill. So get a PSU from Seasonic, EVGA or xfx, Best manufacturers of PSUs. Also WD Black 500GB? Get WD Blue 1 TB. Greater space=better performance. I will suggest RAM from Gskill or Corsair. Kingston can make problem further.
Great built bro, Best luck. :)
 
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Thank you for your help "matt1-0-1" but I am starting University in a few weeks studying a course in graphic design so I have chosen the cpu based on the fact that it was cheap for 6 cores which is helpful for rendering of which this build is first and fore-mostly designed for.
 
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That should definitely be a good CPU for you then. Good luck :)
 
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Thanks for the help man I will definitely look at another PSU, I was worried 550W was a little small anyway and will also look at a larger HDD :). Is there any PSU you could recommend that is sufficient wattage and modular/semi modular?
 
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