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First time building PC, quick question regarding compatibility/efficiency

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August 18, 2014 10:14:18 PM

I am looking to build a PC and I was wondering if I get the Gigabyte Z97 UD5H will it be compatible with my Sapphire Radeon R9 270 card.

Also will i be able to install 240 SSD (PNY) and 1TB HDD (WD)

Thank You for the help and if possible what is a good processor for this? I was thinking FX 8350 but I really prefer something intel

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August 18, 2014 10:23:10 PM

Hi, What is your budget? Yes The z97 ud5h is compatible with the r9 270, But not with an fx 8350. Yes, you can install an ssd+ hdd. Are you going to be using this build mainly for gaming?
August 18, 2014 11:25:06 PM

I am building this computer for gaming and basically just something I can use for school regarding running code on it as well. Don't really mind spending money, I have been buying parts that are pretty good I think using a deals site just waiting as deals come out. Could you guide me regarding how much memory I should get, a a few CPU's, power supplies and a case if possible please.

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August 18, 2014 11:33:32 PM

For the cpu, get an i5 4670k/i5 4690k, if you are going with the z97 motherboard, so you can overclock, otherwise a z97 is a waste of money. If you aren't going to overclock go with an i5 4670/i5 4690 (non K) and an h97 motherboard. For memory I would recommend geting 2x4gb ram sticks. Speed doesn't make much of a difference at all. For the power supply get one made by XFX, seasonic, antec, evga, or thermalake. I would recommend getting a slightly better GPU too, like an r9 280 or an r9 280x. For the case my recommendation is whatever case you like the look of best. It is what your PC will look like. Pick one that you like. What parts do you already have?
August 19, 2014 7:13:41 AM

Thanks for the all help up to now , I currently have the following :

-Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO (CPU cooler)
-PNY 240gb SSD
-WD 1TB HDD
-Sapphire R9 270 Video card
And I just ordered this power supply ,
-Antec 750 W 80+ platinum power supply

I think I just need a mobo, CPU, memory and a case. If you guys have suggestions for any please go ahead, Thanks !
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