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Just wanted to get an idea on whether this is a good build for what I'd be using it for. I don't plan on gaming with it and it will be used as a general purpose PC and watching HD movies / streaming HD videos online on my TV. I don't have a budget.


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CPU: Intel - Core i3-8100 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor ($118.90 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG - C7 40.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - B360M-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($93.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory (Purchased For $0.00)
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial - MX500 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($58.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB OC Edition Video Card ($179.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair - SF 450W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular SFX Power Supply ($85.43 @ OutletPC)
Total: $697.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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I was having a hard time adding the case, but I was looking at:

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119286&ignorebbr=1&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
 
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That's a mini ITX case, but it's of the "cube" variety, so it is actually able to fit full-size power supplies and video cards, and you shouldn't need a smaller SFX PSU with that case. According to the specifications at Newegg, it "Supports standard full sized ATX PSU, length up to 180mm / 7.1 inch."

That particular SFX PSU appears to include a mounting bracket to make it compatible with full-size ATX mounting holes, but you don't actually need that smaller size, and can likely find a larger ATX PSU with better efficiency and capacity at a similar price. For example, this 450 watt Seasonic 80+ Gold...
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If all you're doing is watching HD movies and general PC usage, then the on-board graphics of the I3-8100 or the APU of a Ryzen 3 2200G are more than sufficient. No need for the GTX 1050Ti. Also, no need for 16GB of RAM. While I would always recommend dual-channel configurations, a single 1x8GB DDR4 RAM module should be more than sufficient.

I'd also probably look for a less expensive power supply (even though cost isn't an issue). Something like this FSP 400watt SFX PSU

-Wolf sends
 
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cryoburner

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You arguably could aim lower on the graphics card. You technically might not even need a dedicated graphics card if you don't intend to be gaming or otherwise rendering 3D graphics. If you want one, even a 2GB GTX 1050 (non-Ti) would probably be more than enough for daily use and watching videos.

Also, what kind of case are you installing this in? I notice that you selected a small-form-factor PSU, but I don't believe that model of 1050 Ti is low-profile, which would be required if the case is if of the thin, SFF variety.

You might not need more than 8GB of RAM either, as most common desktop software and video players probably won't utilize more than 8GB any time soon. The bundled cooler that comes with the i3-8100 would probably be sufficient as well, though an alternate cooler like that would probably be quieter.
 
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Some thoughts on your list:

1. If you will not be gaming, then intel integrated graphics is sufficient for HD movies and general work.

2. Your ram pick is strange. I am guessing that you already have a single 8gb ram stick and are looking to add a second.
But, ram is supported only in matched kits. The second stick is very likely to work, but it is not 100% certain. Perhaps 95%.
You take your chances.
3. Non K processors come with a perfectly adequate cooler. no need for an aftermarket cooler.
Cryorig C7 is a downdraft cooler that is not particularly effective.
The 92mm fan is what intel stock cooler uses so performance will be similar.

4. Since you are not particularly budget constrained, I would opt for the i5-8400 with 6 cores.

5. What will be your case?
Does case requires a SFF format psu?
450w should be fine for anything.

6. For bulk storage, consider one of the WD drives.
This article will help you decide which:
https://www.pugetsystems.com/labs/articles/Understanding-the-WD-Rainbow-674/
 
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Thanks guys. The case I wanted was the cooler master mini itx case. The ram was also a mistake. I had an 8gb laying around which I no longer have. It was supposed to be 2 4gb sticks. I really don't plan on gaming, so I left out the GPU. No 3d rendering here, just want to watch 4K media. If anything, I can add one in the future if I ever decided I need one for whatever reason. I made some additional changes based on the recommendations.


PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8400 2.8GHz 6-Core Processor ($199.89 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock - B360M-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($93.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial - MX500 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.89 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: FSP Group - 400W 80+ Bronze Certified SFX Power Supply ($58.01 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 130 - Mini-ITX ($49.99 @newegg)
Total: $576.74
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 3 2200G 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($98.89 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI - B450I GAMING PLUS AC Mini ITX AM4 Motherboard ($115.79 @ Walmart)
Memory: Team - Vulcan 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial - MX500 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.89 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: FSP Group - 400W 80+ Bronze Certified SFX Power Supply ($58.01 @ Newegg)
Total: $452.56
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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This is more than sufficient.
 
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That's a mini ITX case, but it's of the "cube" variety, so it is actually able to fit full-size power supplies and video cards, and you shouldn't need a smaller SFX PSU with that case. According to the specifications at Newegg, it "Supports standard full sized ATX PSU, length up to 180mm / 7.1 inch."

That particular SFX PSU appears to include a mounting bracket to make it compatible with full-size ATX mounting holes, but you don't actually need that smaller size, and can likely find a larger ATX PSU with better efficiency and capacity at a similar price. For example, this 450 watt Seasonic 80+ Gold efficiency power supply currently works out to $10 less after mail-in rebate at Newegg, and comes with a 7-year warranty, as opposed to the 3-year warranty on that FSP...

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Qb8j4D/seasonic-focus-gold-450w-80-gold-certified-semi-modular-atx-power-supply-ssr-450fm

It's a bit more energy efficient, slightly higher capacity, and has longer warranty coverage. The only benefit of an SFX PSU would be if you ever decided to use it in one of those slim cases that require a smaller power supply. The 550 watt version of that Seasonic Focus Gold PSU is also available at Newegg for $10 more than the 450 watt after rebate, though it's unlikely that you would need the extra capacity unless you installed a high-end graphics card at some point, and you would probably only want that if you were gaming. Note that the rebates for these end within the next few days, though Seasonic often has rebates available for their PSUs.

One other thing worth considering is that if you intend to store video on the hard drive, it might potentially be worth going with a 2TB drive, which start at around $60, only about $15 or so more than a 1TB drive. Of course, if you're not planning on storing lots of video on the drive, then the 1TB would probably be more than enough storage capacity for your needs.
 
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