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Hello everyone.
I am about to build my first PC and I would like to ask you for advice/compatibility check.

I have already chosen components for a build and I would like to know if they fit well together or if there are any better options.

This build should last for few years. I am using 7 years old laptop which wasn't high-end tier even at that time so I don't need enthusiastic build. I will use it for casual work + esports games (mainly LoL), but I want to be able to play something else that might come interesting.
Currently, I am undecided about videocard for this build. I am waiting what will happen to prices after amd rx 500 series release.

I am from Czech Republic, so special offers on sites like Newegg/amazon/... are not relevant. Links here are just for reference to a component.

My build:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($218.19 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-AB350-Gaming ATX AM4 Motherboard ($99.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($144.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate BarraCuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.66 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon RX 470 4GB G1 Gaming Video Card ($181.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Zalman Z11 NEO ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($48.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $902.28
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-19 03:56 EDT-0400

Approximate Purchase Date: this week (the closer the better)

Budget Range: ~900$ final price

System Usage from Most to Least Important: playing esports games + casual stuff + possibility to play other games

Are you buying a monitor: No

Parts to Upgrade: whole new build

Do you need to buy OS: No

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: doesn't matter. I will buy it from local shops in Czech Republic (prices are bit higher than in US)

Location: Czech Republic

Parts Preferences: new ryzen CPUs looks awesome

Overclocking: Maybe - probably not needed

SLI or Crossfire: No

Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080

Additional Comments: playing mainly League of Legends

And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: my old laptop is too slow even for everyday use, might broke anytime and can't handle even lowest details and low resolution on LoL without FPS drops

Thank you for advices.
 
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logainofhades
I figured prices may vary, just wanted to throw out some more ideas for you to look at. The Z1 Neo is a decent case. I have often recommended it. It won't support huge tower coolers, but something like a Cryorig H7 it would handle without issue. Max CPU cooler height is like 160mm, on that case.
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Prices differ though. In the US a 900 dollar build is like a 700-750 euro build in Europe. If you add an SSD, the RX 470 becomes a reasonable option.
 
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You still dont get the point! You say that its not worth to pay extra 30euro for 480 for greater performance? If you check some gaming benchmarks and do some basic calculations ull find out that 480 offer more for $.
Also why would u advice saving 30euro on crucial component like gpu when he can save 30 euro on SSD or RAM.

Also i just now understood that that list he gave us is just an example of what parts he gonna get, most likely he will buy from his country local shop so price may differ from waht we see from OP part list.

So Taradisimo check what is the lowest price of 470 4gb and 480 4 gb in place where you going to buy your parts from. Also price of GTX 1060 6gb version.
 
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Crucial MX300 is often cheaper, and offers a bit more storage. The RX 570 and 580 are out, so you might want to see what they are going for in your country. Something like this, perhaps.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($218.19 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock AB350 Pro4 ATX AM4 Motherboard ($89.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX300 275GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($89.98 @ Directron)
Storage: Toshiba 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($45.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon RX 580 8GB ARMOR OC Video Card ($246.67 @ B&H)
Case: Zalman Z1 Neo ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($48.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $904.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-19 09:52 EDT-0400
 
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Thank you guys for helping.
I understand, it is difficult to give proper advice when pricing is so different. If you are really crazy into giving best advice possible, prices here can be checked at: https://www.heureka.cz/ . This site compares prices in shops, but is not available in English language. It is self explanatory though.

@Makentox:
470 4gb - $208
480 4gb - $220 (GIGABYTE VGA AMD Radeon™ RX480 4GB DDR5 (Windforce)) - probably some sale, other shops and versions of cards are more expensive
GTX 1060 6 gb - $280+

So you guys advice me to buy 480 and save on other components if needed, right?

@logainofhades:
Thank you for tips, however prices here vary. For example MB recommended by you is even more expensive than my suggested MB. SSDs are basically the same.
What is interesting is your Case recommendation. That would compensate for GPU change. Is Zalman Z1 Neo good enough?

I will probably wait few days to see what RX 500 series pricing would looks like and if it drops prices for rx 400 a bit.
 
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see?????? grab that 480 and dont listen anyone!! You dont even need to save, i pretty sure that u can find 12$ or lend it from friend or parents.
You can easily save 12$ from SSD

You could also wait for rx 580 that should be available in every country soon. However performance is around 5-10% over 480, but the thing is it will be too expensive on start until price will drop in couple of months.
 
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I figured prices may vary, just wanted to throw out some more ideas for you to look at. The Z1 Neo is a decent case. I have often recommended it. It won't support huge tower coolers, but something like a Cryorig H7 it would handle without issue. Max CPU cooler height is like 160mm, on that case.
 
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