Planning a PC for the first time

[Iguanastin]

I'm trying to set up a build for an upgrade from my very low end gaming pc, and I've never actually chosen parts for a pc before, I've only assembled them.

 

My intent with this machine is almost entirely gaming and I'm trying to keep a budget of approximately USD $900 - $1000. I'll be gaming on a single 1080p display, but considering also getting a better, 144hz, 1080p display some time in the future and using it as my primary monitor. Besides the monitor, I have decent peripherals that don't need to be upgraded. This is what I have planned so far ($884):

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/H4vMBm

 

Is this a good setup? Are there things that I should change? Also, Newegg's wattage calculator says that I should be using a 750w PSU, but pcpartpicker is saying that the system should use no more than 500w. Which one is right?

[UGame_]

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/HQvMBm
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/HQvMBm/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($214.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.75 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($144.89 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($68.49 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Avexir V1 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($35.74 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card  ($309.99 @ Newegg) 
Case: Fractal Design Define S ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Power Supply: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($62.98 @ Newegg) 
Total: $926.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-20 23:42 EST-0500

[HKZeroFive]

Looks good.

 

I'd change that mobo to a H97 to save some money since you can't OC the i5 anyway, and I'd also change the PSU to a better, more reliable brand like SeaSonic/XFX.

 

600-650W should be sweet spot for overclocking.

[stealth80]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($215.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus H170-PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($110.00 @ B&H)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($72.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.49 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital AV-GP 320GB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $0.00)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $0.00)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card  ($303.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define S ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $980.18
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-20 23:45 EST-0500

[DND]

4 minutes ago, Iguanastin said:

I'm trying to set up a build for an upgrade from my very low end gaming pc, and I've never actually chosen parts for a pc before, I've only assembled them.

 

My intent with this machine is almost entirely gaming and I'm trying to keep a budget of approximately USD $900 - $1000. I'll be gaming on a single 1080p display, but considering also getting a better, 144hz, 1080p display some time in the future and using it as my primary monitor. Besides the monitor, I have decent peripherals that don't need to be upgraded. This is what I have planned so far ($884):

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/H4vMBm

 

Is this a good setup? Are there things that I should change? Also, Newegg's wattage calculator says that I should be using a 750w PSU, but pcpartpicker is saying that the system should use no more than 500w. Which one is right?

the build's pretty good i just suggest that you change the psu some people says that it's not that good something like a seasonic or evga would be good.

[comicsansms]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($214.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B85M-DS3H-A Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($49.98 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  ($68.49 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Western Digital AV-GP 320GB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $0.00) 
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: Fractal Design Define S ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Power Supply: EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($63.98 @ Newegg) 
Total: $792.41
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-20 23:55 EST-0500

[aisle9]

That setup looks pretty nice. The Intel stock cooler can be on the loud side and isn't as good as an aftermarket option like the Cryorig H7, the CM Hyper 212 EVO or even smaller 92mm tower coolers, but with a non-K chip that stock cooler is more than sufficient. It'd be a matter of preference on your part more than performance, but given that you have room in your budget to drop $30-40 on a cooler, you might want to check out quieter aftermarket options.

 

Z97 board is overkill for a non-overclockable CPU. If you'd like to leave the door open to drop a 4690K, 4770K or 4790K in there down the line, then absolutely stick with it. If not, an H or B board would save you some bucks.

 

If you can find the budget for it, and sticking with the stock cooler and a cheaper mobo would help, maybe you'll find yourself with scratch left over for a 390 or a 970?

[givegomezthegun]

Everyone always says not to bother with a z97 motherboard if not buying a K cpu.. but it might not be such a bad thing because it leaves the option open in the future.. say in 2 years you find a good deal on a 4790k and grab it.. it could keep your system relevant for much longer.  That's up to you really.. but I would change the psu.. 

[Iguanastin]

Many thanks for all the input and suggestions, this is a big help.