Hello, so I've been picking out parts recently for a $400 budget PC because my friend asked for it. And this is what I came up with https://pcpartpicker.com/list/cvHVQV. Can someone check the compatibility of the components for me (i.e. physical size, etc.). I know the PSU may be a little bit of an overkill but just in case of future upgrades. Any missing components? Thanks a lot.
Building New PC. Compatibility check?
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Martell1977
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You will want to get a 8gb (2x4gb) kit instead of two individual modules. Even being of the same make and model, you could have issues.
Also, the case you have has front panel USB 3.0, but the motherboard does not. If you want to use the front panel ports as USB 2.0, you will need to get an adapter as the internal connection is completely different.
You will need to look up the case and make sure there is enough clearance for the cooler you chose. The website couldn't confirm this apparently.
Also, the case you have has front panel USB 3.0, but the motherboard does not. If you want to use the front panel ports as USB 2.0, you will need to get an adapter as the internal connection is completely different.
You will need to look up the case and make sure there is enough clearance for the cooler you chose. The website couldn't confirm this apparently.
Shektron
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That cooler is too big as far as I can tell.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147123
This lists the max CPU cooler height as 150 mm.
http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cpu-air-cooler/hyper-212-plus/
Height of cooler is around 158.5 mm.
Get a smaller cooler.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147123
This lists the max CPU cooler height as 150 mm.
http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cpu-air-cooler/hyper-212-plus/
Height of cooler is around 158.5 mm.
Get a smaller cooler.
RaDiKaL_
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I would strongly recommend to swap that build for an intel one with a Pentium G4560(66$ cpu) instead, it performs better than the Athlon X4 860k in games and you will give him an upgrade path compared to the current FM2 you've selected.
This will possibly raise the price up to 50-70$ more dollars depending on which components you choose, but it's well worth it instead of having to spend on new mobo + ram + cpu in a year or so.
This will possibly raise the price up to 50-70$ more dollars depending on which components you choose, but it's well worth it instead of having to spend on new mobo + ram + cpu in a year or so.
k1114
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You don't really need the cooler so it keeps the cost about the same.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel - Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-B250M-Gaming 3 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($61.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws 4 series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.92 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate - BarraCuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($42.49 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman - ZM-T1 PLUS MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($28.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA - 450W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($32.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $420.25
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-06-17 00:35 EDT-0400
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel - Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - GA-B250M-Gaming 3 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($61.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws 4 series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($59.92 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate - BarraCuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($42.49 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Zalman - ZM-T1 PLUS MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($28.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA - 450W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($32.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $420.25
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-06-17 00:35 EDT-0400
Lehan123456789
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I agree. This build is slightly more expensive, however it has a better power supply with much upgrade potential:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: Intel - Pentium G4560 3.5GHz Dual-Core Processor ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock - B250M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($74.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Patriot - Viper 4 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate - BarraCuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($42.49 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($124.99 @ Newegg)
Case: BitFenix - Comrade ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA - 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($36.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $433.32
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-06-17 01:40 EDT-0400
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