First PC build (Gaming) Look over please?

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I've never built a PC before and I put together a parts list based on http://elitegamingcomputers.com/good-cheap-gaming-computers/

I don't need a super high-end computer, this is my first foray into PC gaming. Been playing on consoles forever. I just want to get someone else's input as to whether this is a decent build (and if everything will fit together). Here is the list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ZCksBm
 
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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bqk3Mp
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bqk3Mp/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Gelid Solutions CC-Siberian-01 51.9 CFM CPU Cooler ($8.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($74.78 @ Newegg)
Memory: Team Vulcan 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($173.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H22 Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($28.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power...
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It needs improvement and it will cost you 60-70 dollars to perfect it. If you're not able to though, this would be a nice alternative:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($64.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI H81M-E34 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Adorama)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280 3GB DUAL-X Video Card ($179.99 @ Newegg)
Case: BitFenix Shinobi Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($55.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($56.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $521.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-08 13:46 EDT-0400
 
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That build could use a cheaper case and power supply but good choice on the pentium (one of my personal favorites) and if also go with a gtx 960 if you can but if not just go with a 750 ti if you really don't care that much
 
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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bqk3Mp
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bqk3Mp/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Gelid Solutions CC-Siberian-01 51.9 CFM CPU Cooler ($8.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($74.78 @ Newegg)
Memory: Team Vulcan 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($173.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H22 Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($28.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $474.49
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-09 16:56 EDT-0400
That's my build now I realized that the 280 is actually better than the 750ti. If you wanna save $30 then go for the 750 but the 280 is defined let worth the. Extra money
 
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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Zp8qXL
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Zp8qXL/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($64.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Biostar B85MG Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 280 3GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($173.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Deepcool TESSERACT BF ATX Mid Tower Case ($37.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($58.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $488.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-09 17:17 EDT-0400
 
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why not the fx 6300?it is a 6core cpu and G3258 is dual core and he can also oc the 6300 to 4.5ghz easy with a nc cooler. and u recommend to change r9 280 for a 750ti? only if u are low on budget bur if u aren t go with the 6300 and 280.future proof
 
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No, not future proof. Exactly the opposite. Performance wise the FX-6300 uses 3 cores, not 6. One more core. The G3258 can be upgraded to an i5/i7. Nothing can be done with the FX-6300. Yes, maybe FX-8320/50 which wouldn't make a significant difference.

Do you understand that the G3258 is a good processor, not a bad one?
 
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i know and i can tell why but games from now on will start asking for more cores and i ll give u that (for the cpu part) but the gpu is a lot better than 750ti and still can oc when it needs
 
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