First time building PC need help lowering price parts please assist

Jason_199 · Nov 30, 2016

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bfbTzM hey so i am getting my first ever custom PC soon for xmas and i need help editing this build the limit i was told by my mother was 900 but my friend went overboard with this build can anyone correct this build to about a 900-950 range? Also the PC is going to be a gaming PC so if anyone can help me correct this id appreciate it

Nerdy Nerd · Nov 30, 2016

Try this.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/

Your friend choose over clocking, I left that in. However, to get it down, I had to shrink ram in half so it is 8 gb which is still fine for gaming. I also got a cheaper gpu but is still a good one for gaming. Then I went with a different monitor. I notice that you do not have an OS, so you might want to add that in unless you already have a key.

Jason_199 · Nov 30, 2016

Nerdy Nerd :

hey thanks but your link isnt working can you try reposting it? and i do have an OS ready

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/tysmm8
Try that one.

Chugalug_ · Dec 1, 2016

Get this.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B150M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($50.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($39.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB WINDFORCE OC 6G Video Card ($234.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ B&H)
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 1920x1080 144Hz Monitor ($250.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $933.80
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 00:08 EST-0500

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

Keep in mind that Chugalug's one doesn't have overclockable cpu. So is that what you want? If it is then go with his but if you want over clock, then mine might be the better option.

Chugalug_ · Dec 1, 2016

It also has 16GB of RAM, a 10% faster GPU and a 144Hz monitor which is a huge step.
Overclocking doesn't become truly cost effective until you get into the GTX 1070 price range a bit higher up at 1100ish.
Regardless even head to head an i5 6500 and 1060 6GB will still outperform an OC'd 6600k and RX 480 4GB.

Jason_199 · Dec 1, 2016

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/GTwkWX okay so i took both of your solutions and just changed the video card nerd selected to the one that chu selected is that still a decent build

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

True, I was just referring to cpu. I also mentioned, might be better. Ultimately, he will decide.

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

I think it is a decent build but there will always be room for improvements. As a first build, it will be good but not perfect. It will give you a great gaming experience.

Jason_199 · Dec 1, 2016

so i also tried this https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XsYQcc im helping to pay for the computer so i dont mind picking up extra work shifts to help pay for the i7 do you guys think it would be good to do that

Jason_199 · Dec 1, 2016

hmm so should i just go with chu then?

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

An i7 is even better and it is over clock. So if over clock is what you want and your willing to spend the extra cash over your initial budget, then ya I think I is good.

Chugalug_ · Dec 1, 2016

Don't listen to Nerdy Nerd...
Why on earth would you have a top end CPU or overclocking i5 with a relatively budget card? 144Hz becomes a must have with a 1060 6GB or higher imo.
I strongly suggest you go with my build, but if you want to spend more get this.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B150M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($50.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($39.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1070 8GB G1 Gaming Video Card ($384.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Core 1100 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ B&H)
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 1920x1080 144Hz Monitor ($250.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1073.81
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 00:31 EST-0500

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

No need to be rude dude. He can also upgrade in the future. I was thinking about the upgrade in the future. This is a first time build system.

Chugalug_ · Dec 1, 2016

That wasn't implied in your comment, apologies if I came off as rude, but it would be unnecessary even if it was a future upgrade, an i7 would not impact performance as dramatically as a 1070 would, and would only really be necessary with a 1080 or if doing video work.
Overclocking does not make a CPU a better choice over a higher end graphics card in this case.

Nerdy Nerd · Dec 1, 2016

I guess so, but also it probably depends on the game, although most games are gpu dependent and not as much cpu dependent. You still have to have a good cpu but it is most on gpu. There are a few games out there that are heavy on cpu though.

Swordkd · Dec 1, 2016

Odd build

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus H110M-A/M.2 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($40.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($71.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Windforce OC Video Card ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer KN242HYL 23.8" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $918.70
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 00:45 EST-0500

Saves money where you can(doesn't include an SSD) but maximizes performance with an i5 and nVidia 1070. My only question mark is the Psu. The original Capstone's were great Psu's for a good price. Don't know if they've changed them though(like the Hive to the Hive S. Originally solid, then not so much).

Chugalug_ · Dec 1, 2016

Swordkd :

Odd build

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus H110M-A/M.2 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($40.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Mushkin Blackline 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($71.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1070 8GB Windforce OC Video Card ($379.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer KN242HYL 23.8" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $918.70
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 00:45 EST-0500

Saves money where you can(doesn't include an SSD) but maximizes performance with an i5 and nVidia 1070. My only question mark is the Psu. The original Capstone's were great Psu's for a good price. Don't know if they've changed them though(like the Hive to the Hive S. Originally solid, then not so much).

Always go with at least B150 unless on an extreme budget.
The PSU isn't that good.

HDD is also poor value, you can get a 2TB Ultrastar for that price.
With a 1070 you need a 144hz monitor or its power is going to be wasted.

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