First time pc build questions and compatibility concerns?

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First time pc builder here. Looking into this as a build, would it be viable for good gaming, streaming, school, and working from home? I’m not planning on overclocking or doing anything else above my experience level.
A few other newbie questions: Do I need an additional cpu cooler if I’m not overclocking or will the case’s stock fans work?, Do I need to get a sound card or wired adapter for this motherboard unit? Most importantly, are all the parts compatible and likely to fit in the case for a newbie? Thanks

Processor: Intel I5 7600k
Motherboard: Asus PRIME 250M-A
Ram: G.Skills Ripjaws 5 Series 32gb (2x16)
Storage: Storage: WD Blue 1TB SATA 3.5”
Graphics: EVGA Geforce GTX 1060 6gb FTW
Power: EVGA SuperNOVA 650
Case: Deepcool Kendomen Red

If it looks like I’m wasting money aware I would appreciate that being pointed out too.
 
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When choosing the parts for your pc, PCPP (pcpartpicker) is your ally. it can somewhat check the compatibility of your components but ALWAYS do some research before buying. For example, you picked an i5-7600k the "k" means that the processor's multiplier is unlocked and can be overclocked but you can only do so if you have a Z-series motherboard (so you are wasting money there by picking a "k" cpu) and, since you are not intrested in overclocking, you should look for H-series or B-series mobos with a (non "k") cpu that suits your needs (that is compatible with the chipset).

If you don't overclock you don't actually need an aftermarket cooler as the stock cooler was designed to keep your cpu at reasonable temperatures... but! it...
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I would advise a normal 7600 (no k) if you're not overclocking. Do you also really need 32GB of RAM? The 7600 comes with a cooler but the K doesn't. I would recommend getting a better cooler snyway; quiter and better performance. You might need a WiFi card if your motherboard doesn't already have one inbuilt. Check the maximum graphics card length on your case and the length of the card itself.
 
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I was considering downgrading the RAM so I'll go ahead and do that. If I do switch to 7600 (no k) and it does come with a cooler I'll still need an additional cooler option? The case comes with 5 stock fans included, would that count or not? Might be a silly question but I don't know.

 
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When choosing the parts for your pc, PCPP (pcpartpicker) is your ally. it can somewhat check the compatibility of your components but ALWAYS do some research before buying. For example, you picked an i5-7600k the "k" means that the processor's multiplier is unlocked and can be overclocked but you can only do so if you have a Z-series motherboard (so you are wasting money there by picking a "k" cpu) and, since you are not intrested in overclocking, you should look for H-series or B-series mobos with a (non "k") cpu that suits your needs (that is compatible with the chipset).

If you don't overclock you don't actually need an aftermarket cooler as the stock cooler was designed to keep your cpu at reasonable temperatures... but! it can be noisy at times and although it cools your cpu it isn't quite as good (the cooling) as an aftermarket cooler.

Nowdays motherboards come with really good on-board audio so a sound adapter right now is a waste of money for the average user. Refer to this video for further info.

32 gigs of ram? umm... that would make sense if you were a video editor or something but for your needs 8gb is plenty to work (and game :D ) with.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($196.33 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B250M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($73.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Team Vulcan 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400Mhz CAS 14 ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: SK hynix SL308 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($82.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.33 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon RX 480 4GB NITRO D5 OC Video Card ($172.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($64.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($52.89 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($88.58 @ OutletPC)
Total: $841.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-02-28 23:56 EST-0500

Went ahead and did a build for you but be sure to tell me (an all of us in the forum) your actual budget.
Kept the prices as low as i could while still trying to achieve a build ready for 1080p 60fps+ High settings build. Should handle anything you throw at it.

If you have any doubts just let me know.
 
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if you don't plan on overclocking, save yourself the money. you will not take a significant performance hit by changing these things, and price-to-performance will be greatly improved

i5-7500
b250m motherboard
2x8gb ddr4 2400mhz (16gb is plenty, save yourself the $100)
make sure that western digital 1tb hard drive is the 7200rpm model (WD10EZEX)
 
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No, you wouldn't /need/ an additional CPU cooler (er even case fans for that fact) but it would be a hell of a lot quieter and do a much better job than the intel stock cooler. Jarmund's build is good for the price, but you really should tell us your budget.
 
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i wanted to proppose you an alternate build....
Imagine you are returning from school, the day was rough and exams you had were hard... all you want to do is to play the games you like @ 1080p 60fps and forget about this shi**y day. Well now you can do all that from your living room!

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($196.33 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG C7 40.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H270M-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($101.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Team Vulcan 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 2400Mhz CAS 14 ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 960 Evo 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($129.99 @ B&H)
Storage: Hitachi Travelstar 7K1000 1TB 2.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($78.52 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Video Card: MSI Radeon RX 480 4GB GAMING X Video Card ($199.99 @ Jet)
Case: Fractal Design Node 202 HTPC Case w/450W Power Supply ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($88.58 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1005.26
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-03-01 15:47 EST-0500

The Fractal design node 202 is no bigger than an Xbox One!; for a first time buidler like you this build might be a bit challenging (due to the limited space to work with) but the payoff of having a console sized pc that you can have in your living room or practically carry it wherever you want is worth the hassle.

I added the cryorig c7 beacuse in a tight space the heat can get crammed up resulting in high temps (specially with the lame stock intel cooler) and since you are not overclocking your cpu should run even frostier and more importantly, quiet with this cooler.

MSI's TWIN FROZR cooling solution is one of the best i've seen (cooling/noise wise) and while it isn't clocked as high as sapphire's nitro cards it will still deliver exceptional 1080p performance.

Oh and the asrock mobo supports m.2 ssds as boot drives (and this samsung m.2 ssd is stupid fast... expect being at windows' desktop in no more than 5 seconds when you boot up your pc)

2.5 inch hdds tend to be slow and crappy... Hitachi's hdd will not disappoint :)

to help you build this i highly recommend you to watch this video as it features a very similar build like this.

if you have any doubts let me know.
 
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