Budget PC build under 1000 CAD

captinbilly · Jan 10, 2018

Hi guys, new to the forum.

This is my first-ever build, and the main purpose is to run simulations (Mainly X-Plane 11, FSX)and games (GTA V), and some photo-editing work, would prefer to overclock my memory, CPU and my GPU.

My budget is under 1000 CAD, and here are my parts right now, btw, I prefer NOT buy components online, as my dad is paying for this project, he doesn't want to risk it.

Ryzen 5 1600---269.99
ValueRAM 8GB DDR4-2400MHz---109.99 (or kijiji 50 dollar DDR4 2133 RAM, 50 dollars from a prebuilt PC)
MSI B350M GAMING PRO---109.99
EVGA GTX 1060 6GB---325 (kijiji, used for several month)
Cooler Master 600W PSU---59.99
1TB BarraCuda HDD---59.99(Will add a SSD later on)
CASE---free

total around 940 bucks, what do you guys think? Should I go for the cheaper RAM? And should I go for the GTX 1060 3GB and add some more stick of RAM? Thanks for your help!

dontlistentome · Jan 10, 2018

Overclocking, successfully, generally requires components which are useful for that purpose. You want the fast ram, not the slow ram, for example. You could use the slower ram, but that is kind of against the idea of overclocking in order to squeeze out extra performance. You want a good power supply, not just a 'good enough' power supply.

In order to stretch the budget, I'd go with the 3gb 1060. Apply the saved money to getting fast overclocker friendly ram, 8gb to start with(ram is costly). What else can you get instead of the Cooler Master power supply for the same money? EVGA? Seasonic? Don't worry about the SSD right now.

captinbilly · Jan 10, 2018

dontlistentome :

Thank you sir for the quick reply, appreciated! Okay then, I can get a GTX 1060 3GB on kijiji for around 240 bucks, just saying though, I am also open to any other good GPU options in last gen, like the 9xx and 7xx.

How much watts would I need for a good overclock? would 650-700 be enough? I don't really care about the each brand, for a 700 watts PSU, I found a thermalstake Smart White Series priced at 74.99

Also, on the MOB the supported RAM is 2400, so would going any higher then 2400 help? If does, I found a 3200 MHz RAM stick at 149.99.

ARICH5 · Jan 10, 2018

ya switch out the coolermaster psu for a evga or seasonic.

captinbilly · Jan 10, 2018

So the Thermalstake would work? And how about the RAM as addressed, the MOB only supports 2400. Thanks.

maxalge · Jan 11, 2018

captinbilly :

get the 2133 ram, intel cpu are not affected as much as ryzen is when it comes to speed
get the 1060

and these:

PCPartPicker part list: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/tZJgd6
Price breakdown by merchant: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/tZJgd6/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8400 2.8GHz 6-Core Processor ($228.99 @ PC-Canada)
Motherboard: ASRock - Z370 Pro4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($130.00 @ Vuugo)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Power Supply: Corsair - CX (2017) 450W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($56.99 @ PC-Canada)
Total: $465.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-01-11 00:34 EST-0500

much better for those games

captinbilly · Jan 11, 2018

maxalge :

Hi! I am just wondering how bad would the kernel memory leak issue affect the eight generation intel processor? And would you recommend the GTX 1060 6GB or the 3GB? Would I be anyhow BCLK overclock the CPU?

Btw, there won't be any ASrock motherboard in stock at my local store (Memoryexpress), so would the cheapest Z370 MOB work, the MSI one? Thanks guys for you help! Appreciated, this is for my science fair project too

maxalge · Jan 11, 2018

captinbilly :

for gaming, not affected

yes if you can swing it, the 6gb version is much better

I believe you can yes

yes as long as its a z370 mobo

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

maxalge :

Thank you sir, this is a final list before I make a shop with my dad around the local store and the several month used GTX 1060.

Intel i5 8400---239.99
Z370-A PRO ATX---159.99
ValueRAM 8G DDR4 2400MHz---109.99
BarraCuda 1TB---59.99
GTX 1060 6GB---325
Versa H22 Mid Tower Case with 500 W PSU---79.99

Around 975 dollars CAD, what do you guys think?

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

that i5 system wouldn't be a bad choice either, just keep in mind you will not be able to overclock it unless you spring for an i5 8600K as the non-k models are multiplier locked. You also need a good power supply. coolermaster/thermaltake psu's that come bundled with cases are generally very poor quality and could shorten the life of your components. Never skimp on the psu! It is the cornerstone of every computer and often is overlooked. go with a seasonic or corsair unit like the one maxalge recommended.

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

btmedic04 :

Right! Thank you sir! I do know that the i5-8400 is a locked processor, but I am fine with that as the budget does not really limit me go up higher, and I will look into a better PSU maybe by EVGA or corsair, how many watts would I need for a good overclock on my RAM and GPU? Would 600 watts work?

We might have a little bit over budget but that fine with me.

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

550-650w would be more than plenty and provide headroom for a more powerful gpu in the future. Just to give you a little perspective on what a good PSU will do for you, I currently have a Corsair TX750 that I purchased 9 years ago that has been in 3 different overclocked systems, survived 2 ended relationships and my current one and its still going strong in my overclocked R7 1700 system. computer components and girlfriends may change, but that psu hasnt xD

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

I would take a good hard look at a Seasonic Focus Gold 550. Jonnyguru reviewed the Focus Gold Plus 550 HERE and it was found to be excellent. The only thing you'd be giving up by going with the non plus model is full modularity and a 7 year warranty vs a 10 year warranty. In fact, if I were to have to replace my TX 750, i'd go with the Seasonic Focus Gold series

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

btmedic04 :

That is indeed a good PSU! But unfortunately we do not have that in stock. I checked around and found this: Corsair CX 550 by corsair, it seems to be okay, what do you think?

Keep in mind the budget is under 1000 CAD

maxalge · Jan 12, 2018

captinbilly :

this version:

https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/FdRFf7/corsair-cx-2017-550w-80-bronze-certified-atx-power-supply-cp-9020121-na

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

maxalge :

https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX65817 that this one I believe?

I have other choices but used,
OCZ Fatal1ty 550W Semi-Modular Power Supply---50
EVGA 700B power supply---40
SilverStone ST45SF V3.0 450W SFX Mini HTPC Power Supply---75

maxalge · Jan 12, 2018

captinbilly :

maxalge :

https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX65817 that this one I believe?

I have other choices but used,
OCZ Fatal1ty 550W Semi-Modular Power Supply---50
EVGA 700B power supply---40
SilverStone ST45SF V3.0 450W SFX Mini HTPC Power Supply---75

yes

go with that corsair

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

Agreed. that corsair will be a good choice

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

btmedic04 :

https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/

My dad decided to include the case as well, I am trying to keep it as low as possible, what else can I cut to maintain a healthy budget? Thanks!

Right now its around 980 bucks.

ARICH5 · Jan 12, 2018

your list is blank.

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

ARICH5 :

Oh it is? I guess the link didn't work...I'll copy down the info here:

i5 8400---228.99 PC Canada
MSI - Z370-A PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard---149 Vuugo
Crucial - Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory---87.74 Amazon
Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive---49.99 Amazon
EVGA - GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB GAMING Video Card---369.99 Memoryexpress (the Kijiji one is not responding, so it is out)
Raidmax - Vortex ATX Mid Tower Case---39.99 Newegg.ca
Raidmax - Scorpio 535W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply---54.99 Newegg.ca

in total 980.69 dollars

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

Here's an intel build for $922 CAD before a $10 mail in rebate. gives you about $80 CAD to play around with (do you need a windows 10 activation?)
https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/Gn7djc

That set up will give you plenty of room to grow and will be able to play most if not all games with high settings at 1920x1080 resolution.

Alternatively if you need to step down further, you can go with an evga GTX 1050Ti and the system will be around $852 CAD
https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/hRk7D8

Same core system, but you'd be ~$150 CAD under budget. Would have to turn down some graphical settings but should still provide medium to high settings at 1920x1080 depending on the game

captinbilly · Jan 12, 2018

btmedic04 :

Thank you! That looks great!

Only question here is, should I go with the GTX 1060 3GB or the 6GB, is the GTX 1060 6GB worth THAT much more???

After that, I'll be all set to go, thanks for your quick replies! As I am really new on PC building, I really don't want to take any chance of buying the wrong components/not sufficient enough. XD

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

I use a 1060 3gb and play eve online, war thunder and call of duty world war II just to name a few all at high to maximum settings at 1920x1080 with no problems. even with only 3gb of ram, you're still getting roughly GTX 980 performance. The only real instance where the 6gb is the better choice of the two is if you were running a 2560x1440 resolution or VR, but at that point you'd still have to turn settings down and would be better off with a GTX 1070 instead

btmedic04 · Jan 12, 2018

all good bud, thats what we're here for. we all started in the same place with our first builds

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