I'm probably not any video editing but mostly games. Here's the build (also let me know if there's anything I can fix)
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/zHCNZ8
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/zHCNZ8
Is 16 GB RAM really needed for gaming?
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azaran
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It depends on the game you want to play. Games are starting to push past 8GB for recomended and in some cases min settings, so its a matter of if you want to invest in RAM now or later.
As for your build, there are some problems.
Cooler: It's not really a problem so much as an unneeded expense that could be put towards other parts. You don't need the H7, you're not OCing and your CPU comes with a cooler. You can pop one on if you want the lower noise factor but it's not going to do a whole lot beyond that unless you live in a hot climate. Cheaper for quieter cooling than stock would be a Cryorig M9i.
Thermal Compound: If you're getting an aftermarket cooler like the Cryorigs, you can stick with that paste or go for something a bit better if you want to throw down cash on it.
RAM: You're over spending. Your motherboard can only support up to 2400, *edit [strike]so 3000 is wasting cash.[/strike] normally DDR4-3000 would be a waste. RAM prices are wacky right now so it's oddly about the same price.
PSU: It's kinda a lowish grade PSU
HDD: The blacks are nice, but for the price I believe you can get in to a larger HGST HDD with the same warranty.
SSD: I'd highly recommend one for a new build if you can budget for it.
OS: You didn't list one. Kabbylake isn't supported by Microsoft with Win7 so you're gonna want to go with Win10 for a new build.
As for your build, there are some problems.
Cooler: It's not really a problem so much as an unneeded expense that could be put towards other parts. You don't need the H7, you're not OCing and your CPU comes with a cooler. You can pop one on if you want the lower noise factor but it's not going to do a whole lot beyond that unless you live in a hot climate. Cheaper for quieter cooling than stock would be a Cryorig M9i.
Thermal Compound: If you're getting an aftermarket cooler like the Cryorigs, you can stick with that paste or go for something a bit better if you want to throw down cash on it.
RAM: You're over spending. Your motherboard can only support up to 2400, *edit [strike]so 3000 is wasting cash.[/strike] normally DDR4-3000 would be a waste. RAM prices are wacky right now so it's oddly about the same price.
PSU: It's kinda a lowish grade PSU
HDD: The blacks are nice, but for the price I believe you can get in to a larger HGST HDD with the same warranty.
SSD: I'd highly recommend one for a new build if you can budget for it.
OS: You didn't list one. Kabbylake isn't supported by Microsoft with Win7 so you're gonna want to go with Win10 for a new build.
azaran
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Did a quick adjustment on a few things.
RAM is absurdly priced in the market, so the DDR4-3000 stuff is roughly the same price as 2133 so no point swapping that out. You can keep the look you were going for without really losing any cash.
Left out the cooler but of course feel free to pop it on if you want the quiet running.
Changed out the HDD for a higher capacity drive for the same price. Also added an SSD. You can get lower price for one, but put the 850 Evo in there for reference.
Changed out the PSU to a better grade unit.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock B250 Pro4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($87.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LED 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($93.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 7K3000 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB 6GT OC Video Card ($249.89 @ B&H)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Jet)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series AF120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 39.9 CFM 120mm Fans ($25.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $972.46
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-03-23 01:22 EDT-0400
RAM is absurdly priced in the market, so the DDR4-3000 stuff is roughly the same price as 2133 so no point swapping that out. You can keep the look you were going for without really losing any cash.
Left out the cooler but of course feel free to pop it on if you want the quiet running.
Changed out the HDD for a higher capacity drive for the same price. Also added an SSD. You can get lower price for one, but put the 850 Evo in there for reference.
Changed out the PSU to a better grade unit.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock B250 Pro4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($87.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LED 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($93.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 7K3000 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB 6GT OC Video Card ($249.89 @ B&H)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Jet)
Case Fan: Corsair Air Series AF120 Quiet Edition (2-Pack) 39.9 CFM 120mm Fans ($25.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $972.46
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-03-23 01:22 EDT-0400
azaran
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In that case, you'll want to make sure to swap the motherboard out to a Z270 model. The B250 model cant OC.
As to both being gold, gold certified is about power efficiency not build quality. The Corsair CS line isn't as well made as the EVGA I linked.
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