First build (AMD A10 7870k) (Need help)

richjtf · Sep 6, 2015

Hey there guys, i'm new to building computers in fact this is the first one i ever build. It's almost complete so i would like to ask you guys three questions. First, what mobo do you recommend me to use with this build? (One that comes with the bios updated so that it supports this cpu out of the box would be ideal, as i won't have any other cpu to do it on my own.)

cpu: AMD A10 7870K
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y1AJLS2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

RAM: Corsair Vengeance Pro 8GB (2x4GB)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D80PPM2/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Case: Corsair Carbide Series SPEC-02 Mid Tower
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I0MKMG2/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_9?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AAZRLVTNON75Z

Drive: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA III
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OAJ412U/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_10?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

psu: Corsair CX600 CP-9020048-US 600W
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0092ML0OC/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Second, what aftermarket cooler can i use to cool that cpu down that fits this SPEC-02 case properly?

And last; what do you think about it, got any suggestions?

RazerZ · Sep 6, 2015

What will this PC be used for? I would settle for a cheaper case and use that money elsewhere in the system. The SPEC series aren't great for the price either. You also might want to go for a 1TB HDD instead of a 250GB SSD depending on your storage needs. Lastly I would stay away from the CX series from Corsair and upgrade to a higher quality power supply. The PSU is one part you never want to cheap out on.

Do you have a budget for the build and are you ok with buying from reputable sites other than amazon? Are mail in rebates included in the budget? Do you already have an OS ready to use?

mikey48195 · Sep 6, 2015

here is some cheaper ram that performs about the same
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231666

What is your total budget for your build? i may be able to help some more

CTurbo · Sep 6, 2015

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper TX3 54.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($18.75 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-F2A88X-D3H ATX FM2+ Motherboard ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $93.74
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-06 16:07 EDT-0400

Avoid the Corsair CX psus. Unfortunately amazon has terrible psu prices so I recommend getting one from somewhere else.

richjtf · Sep 6, 2015

Thank you guys, sorry that i left some vital information out.

This build will be used for gaming. I will be using windows 10 together with linux (either mint or ubuntu)

Windows will be used for gaming, linux for software development (I'm learning.)

My budget is around 600$. I can only buy from amazon and the lighter the components the better as i'll be shipping them to another country (shipment costs are not included on the 600$).

Would someone with time to spare on me be so kind as to make a build for me? Seeming as i failed so bad at my attempt to make one.

Edit: After reading up a bit on what can happen if the psu unit fails, i understand that a quality psu unit is needed.

One that i found and i'm willing to pay for:
EVGA SuperNOVA 750 G2 80+ GOLD, 750W
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IKDETOW/?tag=pcpapi-20

RazerZ · Sep 6, 2015

Here is what I would reccomend. Should serve you well for years to come.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($185.74 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M Anniversary Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($82.47 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.49 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.49 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($189.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($44.75 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($67.96 @ Amazon)
Total: $665.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-09-06 18:31 EDT-0400

richjtf · Sep 6, 2015

Thanks! Only thing i don't like much is the mobo, but what do i know! I'll get that build.

RazerZ · Sep 6, 2015

The motherboard is a bit basic, but should get the job done. If you can stretch the budget a little I would go for the PRO 4:

http://www.amazon.com/ASRock-Micro-Motherboards-H97M-PRO4/dp/B00KAY66NG/ref=sr_1_11?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1441584844&sr=1-11&keywords=h97+motherboard

edit: Actually replace the board with the PRO 4 since it checks out to be $87, only a few dollars more than the anniversary.

richjtf · Sep 6, 2015

Thanks, do you think i should use an aftermarket cooler? If so, which one?

RazerZ · Sep 6, 2015

Up to you. I would use the stock cooler first and see if it works well for you. If you are not satisfied with the noise level and temperatures, then I would look into an aftermarket cooler.

richjtf · Sep 6, 2015

alright, thanks so much! One last thing, and sorry about the many questions. The shipment for the case from usa to my country is going to be expensive as hell! So i might as well get something of great quality, can you recommend me another good case for this build? It's price can go up to 200$ no problem.

RazerZ · Sep 7, 2015

A few decent mATX cases to choose from:

http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/compare/corsair-case-cc9011029ww%2Cfractal-design-case-fdcaarcminir2blw%2Cphanteks-case-phes314ebk%2Csilverstone-case-tj08bew/

Might also want to consider buying a case in your country if possible since the shipping prices are high. I would spend the money saved on the case to upgrade the graphics card to something like a GTX 970, or just save it.

richjtf · Sep 7, 2015

That would require a bigger psu, right? Originally i thought 600$ was good enough, i guess it wasn't. Can you link me that videocard and a psu replacement? (Will the cpu be good enough for that graphics card?) I'm going to order the cpu plus motherboard on friday and the rest within two weeks.

So far the cases i've seen here are more expensive than bringing one in myself. Sadly.

RazerZ · Sep 7, 2015

No, a GTX 970 should run fine with that PSU with headroom to spare.

With that system you would be gaming around medium to high settings at 1080p, where spending more on the graphics card would bring you closer to ultra. The Core i5 can handle any graphics card on the market.

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