How easy is it to fit a new motherboard and processor?

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

I have never done it before and i would like to get a new case and with this i thought i may aswell get a new motherboard and processor seeing as the ones i have now are pretty outdated, im not really sure where to start on mother boards and processors though i know what case i want anyone got any good tips or videos i can check out and any recommendation for good processors and motherboard combos

the_crippler · May 4, 2016

There are plenty of articles out there to help, many of which are on this site, but at it's core, it's not that difficult if you're careful and detail-oriented. Get a grounding strap for your wrist (You'll see a lot of people, loudly, state that they never use them, but they're $5 insurance, so why wouldn't you?) and make sure to use the case stand-off pins. Those are the two biggest things that people forget to do.

Other than that, don't force any parts into place - they either fit, or they don't, and forcing will just break them or bend pins. You only mentioned mobo and processor, but make sure you have compatible memory to go with whatever you get as well.

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

Tutorial:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/2957260/components-processors/how-to-install-an-intel-or-amd-cpu-in-your-computer.html

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

the_crippler :

Yeah i already have all the other parts inc ram im just not sure what mobo or processor i want yet ive not really been keeping up to date on what the newest releases are

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

What is your budget?

the_crippler · May 4, 2016

On the main page, you will see links to updated tiers of each component. These are mostly updated monthly, and will give you good breakdowns of what's good in several price groups, along with pros/cons of those components.

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

i don't really have one im willing to spend as much as possible to get a decent cpu and mobo my ones currently are really outdated

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

i5 6600k with Z170 mobo. Which country are you from?

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

Im from the UK so i mainly order from amazon as its easier

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

what about the i5-4690K? i just saw it is n1 best seller on amazon for processors

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

You will need DDR4 ram and an aftermarket cooler. Skylake 'K' series processors don't come with stock coolers.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor (£199.95 @ Amazon UK)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler (£27.99 @ Amazon UK)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard (£119.99 @ Amazon UK)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory (£34.59 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £382.52
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-04 17:04 BST+0100

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

K1LLSW1TCH1 :

That is a Haswell processor(4th Gen) while the 6600K is Skylake(6th Gen). Only Skylake supports DDR4 ram.

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

What case shall i get with all that my case currently is really small so i need an upgrade waiting for my friend to text me back the one that hes got but i think hes busy

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (Black) ATX Full Tower Case (£97.00 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £97.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-04 17:09 BST+0100

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

Well looks like i should just go for it im just kinda scared im gonna mess it up lol since ive never build a pc from scratch i guess i will need 2 case fans too to go with the case i have a EVGA 650w P2 power supply will this be ok with the processor and my graphics card is a msi gtx 970

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

i currently have a i7 3770 @ 3.40

James Mason · May 4, 2016

Building your own computer is easy. Building it takes 2-3 hours, and installing windows takes about 30mins to 45mins, and after that downloading and installing drivers takes another 30-45 mins. After all that, have it download windows updates at night, it may take a 2-4 passes to get them all.

Building a PC:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIF43-0mDk4
Installing Windows:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zAdwedmj1M

Protip for installing drivers safely, install them one at a time and restart the computer after each install to avoid breaking the OS, which can happen if you try to install them all at once.

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor (£196.78 @ More Computers)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler (£26.49 @ Ebuyer)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard (£119.98 @ CCL Computers)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory (£34.59 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card (£286.94 @ More Computers)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (Black) ATX Full Tower Case (£94.98 @ Novatech)
Power Supply: XFX XTR 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply (£80.28 @ Aria PC)
Total: £840.04
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-04 18:37 BST+0100

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

I meant would my current power supply be enough wattage to power all of that with my current graphics card which is a GTX 970, MY CURRENT PSU IS A evga 650Ww p2

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

How old is it? Edited the build a bit.

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

I literally bought my power supply EVGA P2 650w and MSI GTX 970 about a month or 2 ago my cpu i have atm is about 4 years old same as my motherboard they have done me well

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

Then it is good.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor (£196.78 @ More Computers)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler (£26.49 @ Ebuyer)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard (£119.98 @ CCL Computers)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory (£34.59 @ Amazon UK)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 (Black) ATX Full Tower Case (£94.98 @ Novatech)
Total: £472.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-04 18:50 BST+0100

K1LLSW1TCH1 · May 4, 2016

Alan Caldwell :

Thank you so much for all your help

Alan Caldwell · May 4, 2016

You are welcome.

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