thanks for the quick reply! I did not know that I didn't need the aftermarket cooler for it. I'm just beginning my first build. Through research, I just seen that the g3258 was a good starter processor for a good price and most articles recommended the coolermaster 212 evo to go with it. Nice suggestion. For the motherboard, I would just like to be able to upgrade the processor to a great intel processor eventually. I was looking at z97 motherboards, but they seem pricey and I hear motherboards don't really do too much besides connect everything together. I believe intel is better, but that amd has better pricing? I didn't know if eventually I'd like to crossfire, instead of having to shell out more money for an entirely new video card. So, I thought having an ATX would be better than mATX. Also, I thought if i did that I'd want a bigger case for ease of building and airflow. I really don't mind how any of them look. I think some look really cool with the lights and all that, but I also like the idea of having something simple and sleek. I'm not too picky on cases really, just seen a lot of recommendations for the r4. I'm not really too sure how to know which PSU is better between one 750w 80+ bronze and another 750w 80+ bronze haha. I, also, seen recommendations for crucial ballistix sport, but also for g.skill ripjaws or ares. If you can suggest any setup you'd prefer, I would gladly appreciate any of your opinions.