PC building, suggestions? (AMD build)

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https://pcpartpicker.com/list/sPZkyf

Pc partpicker added an issue/incompatible that alarmed me is my mobo good or do i choose another?
I'm trying to do a amd cpu/gpu build (Not a fan boy of either, I already have intel build)
Yes I'm on a budget and that's about as high as I'll go. I already have the components that aren't listed to complete the build.
Main purpose is to play bf4 and bf1 ONLY or w.e other games my girl will play.
Please do put in changes to the build I'm doing. cheaper=better but quality and % to $ strict.
Mahalo guys :)
 
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this is $80 cheaper and a lot better. kept the same RX-480 GPU and case but replaced the rest.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($188.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI B250M PRO-VDH Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($69.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon RX 480 8GB ROG STRIX Video Card ($239.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black/Blue) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($47.89 @ B&H)
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You are obviously going for a budget build, but with that, you are also getting a low powered build. For that kind of price you would be better off getting a Pentium G4560, a B250 motherboard, and building around that. At least with a Kabylake build (what I suggest) you'll have a proper upgrade path in case you eventually want to upgrade to an i7.
 
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you are better off waiting for Ryzen 3/5 or going with intel at that budget. the FX series is just way too old and under-performing to buy anymore. an i3 beats an fx cpu in most cases and even the new hyperthreaded pentium would be a batter buy at a lower cost.

you would be shooting yourself in the foot big time with this build.
 
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I would say yes, you should wait for the new Ryzen CPU's to come out and get that along with a Ryzen motherboard, but seeing as you have probably never built a computer before you do not need to buy an aftermarket CPU cooler. If this is going to be a strictly gaming rig, maybe even spend money on a cheaper Intel processor and put in more money into a GPU.

EDIT: Sorry I read into your post a little more and noticed that you have already built a computer and that this is for your gf. I would suggest then still yes, wait for Ryzen, don't get an aftermarket cooler, because if you do go Ryzen you're going to need the extra money for all the new RAM kits and mobo that will compatible with Ryzen.
 
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Thanks for reading it thorough, I would go with an intel and focus the money on the gpu but she insist on "AMD" I've never built an amd gaming rig. Her primary use for this is to play bf1 and bf4 with me but with an AMD CPU/GPU. I'm honestly not familiar with Ryzen, and I just went off the benchmarks from youtube. Also monitor wise it will most likey be 1440p 60+ghz with free sync.
Would you be willing to make a build on pc part picker for recommending?

 
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I tried a little something, I know it's a bit pricey but that can be changed by taking out the ryzen.
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/HYYpJV

I personally don't think the ryzen is necessary, and would just go for something a bit cheaper like a 8350 and maybe bump up the graphics card.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/sy2qXH

This one is a bit modified for cheaper cost and also I threw in an aftermarket CPU cooler because the FX series stock coolers are loud as crap when they start getting hot.

 
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this is $80 cheaper and a lot better. kept the same RX-480 GPU and case but replaced the rest.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($188.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI B250M PRO-VDH Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($69.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.92 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon RX 480 8GB ROG STRIX Video Card ($239.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black/Blue) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($47.89 @ B&H)
Total: $671.27
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-06 18:38 EDT-0400

you stated you had the rest so did not mes with hdd or OS. but for $80 less, you get a lot more pc power. no need for a beefy cooler as the included stock one is plenty good enough for the locked cpu. you're gf will be gaming strong for a long while with this one. and psu is plenty for a gpu upgrade down the line when it is needed.
 
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