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So I'm making my first computer and wonder if anyone can spot a mistake for me so that I don't buy lots of stuff I can't use. I would also appreciate any recommendations to better parts that aren't too expensive.

Case: Just some old Dell case

Motherboard: MSI Z370 Gaming M5, Socket-1151

GPU:
MSI GeForce GT 1030 2GB OC

PSU: Cooler Master MasterWatt Lite 600W PSU

Processor: Intel LGA1151 Core i5-6600K + akasa fan

RAM: Kingston ValueRam DDR4 2133MHz 16GB

SSD: Crucial MX500 250GB 2,5" SSD

I also plan on having an external hard drive that I already own:
Toshiba HDTW210XS3AA Canvio Premium 1TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0


 
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Yes, that CPU will work with your chosen motherboard.

And cases are cheap. Much cheaper than the brainache you'll get trying to make that old Dell thing work.
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+1^ That's right, need to choose a different mobo, or CPU.

Also the GPU is entry level. What resolution are you playing on? 1080p 60hz? If so that card won't be much value. It will be okay for older games, and current games like CSGO, Fortnight etc, but any demanding games or AAA games and you will need to dial back settings alot to low-medium. to get decent frame rates. Depends on what you want to achieve from a gaming standpoint.
 
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I can't afford anything more expensive than 1 200 USD. I want to use the money so that it's as futureproof as possible, so that I can replace some few parts and still be up to date with technology. The most demanding game I play right now has to be Overwatch, so I don't need extreme gaming parts yet.
 
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I do not have the specifications about the case right now (I can check in a few days), but would it work better if I buy Intel Core i5-8400 Processor instead of i5-6600K? A cooler is included for both.
 
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Yes, that CPU will work with your chosen motherboard.

And cases are cheap. Much cheaper than the brainache you'll get trying to make that old Dell thing work.
 
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Exactly what is the dell case?
Some old ones used proprietary motherboards or BTX motherboards.
If you are in doubt, there are some really inexpensive decent cases out there.

As others have said, a i5-6600k is not compatible, and is not likely to be a good pick anyway.

Coolermaster is not highly regarded for quality.
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html
Look to Seasonic, particularly the focus line.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151203

GT1030 is a very basic graphics card, not really a gaming card.
If you are very budget constrained, consider using the integrated HD630 graphics and deferring on the graphics card.

For cpu, look at the I5-8400 which is in the same price range as the 6600K.
It comes with an adequate cooler.

I have no problem with a Z370 based motherboard.
It will permit a future upgrade to an overclockable K suffix processor.
If such an upgrade is not in your plans, then a less expensive H310 based motherboard should do.
550w will run a future graphics card upgrade as good as a GTX1070ti.
 
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also, unless you have some specific need for an SSD, put that extra money to a GTX1050ti or something. If you wan't some kind of 'future proof' at least for gaming. It will go very well with the suggested I5 8400 and give you a much better gaming experience. An SSD will have zero impact on gaming, apart from faster loading times in between games/levels. Have a look at the performance difference between GPU's here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aG5iVqsOjF0

For gaming getting the best GPU you can get to balance with your system is much more important for high FPS gaming than an SSD.

Good luck with your build :)

edit: this is a vid of the performance of a GT1030 V GTX1050, the 1050 is nearly 50% faster in FPS. The GTX1050ti will be another 20-40% boost in FPS, game dependant.
 
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