New PC build

[NEwBiE321]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nMPxwP

Hello im building my own pc for the first time and i need advice on this setup before ordering the parts. All help is welcome. Thx!

[PorkyChoUk]

I would change the motherboard as I think its a bit overkill but everything else seems fine. 

[Minetex]

Eyup, you probably don't need a Z97 MoBo, because your processor can't be overclocked.

[Castdeath97]

Go for a skylake i5 6400 and it's possible to get a cheaper r9 380 4GB. You can get a r9 290 4GB if you can afford 40 more dollars too.

[NEwBiE321]

so im totally new to this and idk what any of that means  lol any newbie talk about what motherboard i should get?

[databookzero]

Could spend less on the case and get better performing cpu, gpu, etc.

[Minetex]

Tell me your budget, what you want to do on the computer, if you have a monitor and operating system, what resolution do you want to use and we can offer you some builds

Also, what companies do you prefer? Just a detail tho

[NEwBiE321]

@Minetex 

i have a macbook air for school but gaming is not at the best level and most games are for pc. my budget is preferably 600 but if its really necessary ill go up to 850. My intention for this computer is basically gaming and school work. mostly gaming since i have that M Air. i do not have a monitor and operating system. and idk what resolution is good or bad so idk lol. i appreciate this help

[Murtaza]

I believe the average gamer plays games at 1080p resolution at 60fps (frames per second, higher frames person second = better). You'll be able to play at 1440p if you get one of the higher end graphics cards, but it would be harder to run (ie. fps will be lower on 1440p compared to 1080p).

 

1080p is more than good enough though, especially for non-hardcore gamers.

[Boomer]

if you're on a budget, you could save a bit on a cheaper case and spend it towards a better GPU.  unless, you love the look of the case and intend on keeping it for a long time for future builds.

 

z97 motherboards mean they are are able to overclock CPUs, since you don't have a 'k' processor, you can save a bit of money and go for an h97 motherboard instead.  just search for h97 in pcpartpicker

 

also, as has been said, if you can put more towards a better GPU, you may get more performance per dollar.  you may get a 390 or gtx 970 for a litlle bit more, depends where you live.

[NEwBiE321]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/tfmGQ7

so would this be a better build? referring to the motherboard 

[Minetex]

Tried my best, with a very cheap case, a bit expensive, but good PSU that you can kepp when upgrading, and a random monitor. Enjoy
 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($169.10 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H97-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($91.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($40.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card  ($192.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case  ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: be quiet! 500W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 OEM (64-bit)  ($88.95 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: AOC E2425SWD 60Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($99.99 @ Micro Center)
Total: $765.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-10 14:43 EST-0500

[NEwBiE321]

@Minetex 

i really appreciate it man. I'll probably end up buying what u built lol. again thanks alot

[Minetex]

You're welcome You might get an SSD, like a 120 Gb or so, your PC would be quick like hell, mine's boot in like 13 seconds and you can use it instantly. Probably look at some monitors, there are lot of compares and reviews on the Internet, because I really picked a random monitor The case is also some basic and random one, pick the one you'll like (the looks) and it must be Middle-tower size.

tl;dr Basically stick up with the Processor, Graphics card, Motherboard, RAM, Power Supply and the Hard dics.

Operating system, Case and Monitor are up to your preferences, I can still give you some help if you need it

[NEwBiE321]

so far this seems cool. except i also need a keyboard and mouse for this. any advice? it doesnt really need to be fancy

[Minetex]

Keyboard - If you don't plat to buy a mechanical keyboard, pick up like pretty much any keyboard you want, just google "Good gaming keyboard under XX USD"

Mouse - Get one with at least 2000-3200 DPI (more is better) and look at the grip. The mouse should fit in your hand perfectly, which is personal preference