Upgrading my build, not sure if new parts will fit

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

Hey guys, thanks for taking the time to read and provide some feedback.

Here is my old (first) build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Krbk8d

Here is the new build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ctW32R

I upgraded the graphics card, cpu, and power supply. I was wondering if this will fit together in my case and if it looks like it should integrate well with the existing hardware.

Many thanks!

esco_sid · May 24, 2016

So did you already buy your new build or looking to buy that ??

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

esco_sid :

Sorry, should have clarified. I am currently looking to buy the new components, the video card, cpu and power supply.

esco_sid · May 24, 2016

GollyJolly :

What is the maximum budget ?? I ask because im sorry to say but amd is just too much behind to warrant sticking with it.

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

I'd say $600-650 which is about what I'd be spending on the new components. I don't mind sticking with AMD for the time being.

TofuLion · May 24, 2016

dont waste money on the psu. your 550 will be plenty for gtx 980. instead use the $75 for an intel h170 motherboard and get a brand new i5 and not a two year old fx cpu.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H170-GAMING 3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($82.98 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Video Card ($369.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $647.96
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-24 22:07 EDT-0400

esco_sid · May 24, 2016

GollyJolly :

that price range lets you go for intel build its what i would do especially if you have microcenter nearby.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI Z170-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($34.39 @ Newegg)
Total: $309.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-24 22:24 EDT-0400

and wait for gtx 1070 for graphics your PSU should be fine.

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

Thanks for the feedback guys, I appreciate it

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

esco_sid :

GollyJolly :

that price range lets you go for intel build its what i would do especially if you have microcenter nearby.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI Z170-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($34.39 @ Newegg)
Total: $309.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-05-24 22:24 EDT-0400

and wait for gtx 1070 for graphics your PSU should be fine.

Curious as to why I would need the memory when i already have 8gb memory cards though

esco_sid · May 24, 2016

GollyJolly :

esco_sid :

Curious as to why I would need the memory when i already have 8gb memory cards though

Your current memory is ddr3 and new motherboard uses ddr4 they are incompatible.
and dont make same mistake of getting 1 stick again as it wont use dual channel use 2 sticks.

GollyJolly · May 24, 2016

Gotcha, thanks

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