PC Config Help, compatible motherboard

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

Hi,

Presently I am considering to assemble my own pc. Since I have never done this in the past, I need little help here. Below is the config I have selected based on my budget:-

1) i5 6600K
2) Asus Pro Gaming b150M
3) Intel SSD 256GB
4) Zotac Nvidia Geforce GTX 1060 6GB
5) 8GB Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4 2133 Mhz
6) Unsure about the power supply SMPS

Please let me know whether the above config is compatible with each other and what are you suggestions? Also I am unsure about the SMPS.

Any help will be appreciating.

Regards

MWP0004 · Nov 1, 2016

I would not recommend getting the K unlocked CPU and the b150 motherboard. If you plan to overclock, get a Z170 motherboard. If you do not plan to overclock, do not get the K series CPU.

Multipack · Nov 1, 2016

There's no point getting an unlocked k-series chip with a b150 board as you wont be able to use the full overclocking features. For that you need a z170 board.

Am not sure what you are asking about PSU's as all PC PSU's have SMPS technology as far as I know.

Intel SSD's are not the best, but you haven't stated which model.

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

MWP0004 :

Thanks for the response. I do not wish to overclock the CPU. I just googled the budget methorboards and gaming cpu and those results pops up.

What CPU do you recommend if I dont wish to overclock?

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

Multipack :

I am getting a cheaper deal on the intel 520 series SSD thats why I am considering.
What I wanted to ask is what PSU should I chose? How much watt? etc

MWP0004 · Nov 1, 2016

Z3r0C00l :

I went with the i5-6500, as it fit my needs and I was able to pick it up on sale.

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

MWP0004 :

Z3r0C00l :

I went with the i5-6500, as it fit my needs and I was able to pick it up on sale.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll look into it. Do you have any recommendations for the PSU?

Multipack · Nov 1, 2016

Z3r0C00l :

What kind of deal? There some good value SSD's out there, and I guess it depends how much you are paying as to whether it's worth it.

With that setup I'd get a 550/600w PSU, but it depends on budget as to which one to choose, and whether you want fully modular etc.

I'm sure someone could suggest a more balanced build if you state what you want to spend.

Als, I personally wouldn't choose the i5 6500 as it isnt great value, especially for gaming with it's low single core clockspeed.

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

Multipack :

Z3r0C00l :

What kind of deal? There some good value SSD's out there, and I guess it depends how much you are paying as to whether it's worth it.

With that setup I'd get a 550/600w PSU, but it depends on budget as to which one to choose, and whether you want fully modular etc.

I'm sure someone could suggest a more balanced build if you state what you want to spend.

Als, I personally wouldn't choose the i5 6500 as it isnt great value, especially for gaming with it's low single core clockspeed.

Thanks for the suggestion.
I am actually getting the used SSD with 99% health for $60.
I don't want to spend more then $900 for the CPU unit.

Regards

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

Multipack :

I am also considering MSI Pro Solution Intel Z170A PRO LGA board. Would it be a good fit?

Multipack · Nov 1, 2016

Yeah a z170 board and a 6600k would be ideal. The SSD is a reasonable price, but not really much cheaper than a new SSD. May be worth considering a new one so you have warranty etc. As for the rest of the build, something like this maybe..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($236.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212X 82.9 CFM CPU Cooler ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z170-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($78.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB 6GT OC Video Card ($249.00 @ B&H)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $742.84
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-11-01 10:19 EDT-0400

Z3r0C00l · Nov 1, 2016

Multipack :

Yeah a z170 board and a 6600k would be ideal. The SSD is a reasonable price, but not really much cheaper than a new SSD. May be worth considering a new one so you have warranty etc. As for the rest of the build, something like this maybe..

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($236.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212X 82.9 CFM CPU Cooler ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z170-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($77.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($78.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB 6GT OC Video Card ($249.00 @ B&H)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $742.84
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-11-01 10:19 EDT-0400

Thanks for the config suggestions.

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