What do you think of this build?/Anything wrong with it?(Suggestions pls.)

[Ciph3r]

Specifications:http://pcpartpicker.com/p/FJWzbv

The title says it all

This is my first build btw

[DHelios]

Don't see any compatibility issues. The 100R is a nice case to work in for your first build, too. Straightforward, but spacious enough to work comfortably.

 

Welcome to the DIY PC community!

[stconquest]

Comparative build.  $1030 ($30 cheaper than the original build):

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($329.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($51.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill NT Series 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($56.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 390 8GB PCS+ Video Card  ($308.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($53.98 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Fractal Design SSR3-140-WT 56.1 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)  <<Front intake
Case Fan: Fractal Design SSR3-140-WT 56.1 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)  <<Front intake
Monitor: Acer G246HYL bmjj 60Hz 23.8" Monitor  ($109.99 @ Newegg)  <<IPS
Total: $1018.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-18 05:59 EDT-0400

[Megazero]

56 minutes ago, Ciph3r said:

Specifications:http://pcpartpicker.com/p/FJWzbv

The title says it all

This is my first build btw

Well....

-why pick a non-OC-able CPU with a OC-enable motherboard? and why the older gen? an i7 6700 or 6700k would be better  
-HDD?
-The PSU is overkill for a single GPU, but I suppose it's ok for a bit of future proof
-It's kinda hard right now to suggest a GPU since new generation from both AMD and Nvidia are rumored to come out as soon as this May, so may I suggest you to buy some GTX 950/960/R9 370/R9 380 second hand for a really cheap price and wait up until then to buy a 1070 or 1080 or whatever AMD come up with next :D?

[DHelios]

I agree that @stconquests parts list amounts to a better deal. It also deviates from the original build at every turn, though.

 

@Ciph3r I'm curious if you would tell us a bit more about why you picked the parts you did? You came up with a working list, so I assume you've put some effort into your component choices. And as much as it may help you get going if we just hand you 'a better shopping list', you may learn more from your first build if we can take a look at your train of thought...

 

It also allows us to geek out about tech with our newest friend

[Ciph3r]

30 minutes ago, DHelios said:

I agree that @stconquests parts list amounts to a better deal. It also deviates from the original build at every turn, though.

 

@Ciph3r I'm curious if you would tell us a bit more about why you picked the parts you did? You came up with a working list, so I assume you've put some effort into your component choices. And as much as it may help you get going if we just hand you 'a better shopping list', you may learn more from your first build if we can take a look at your train of thought...

 

It also allows us to geek out about tech with our newest friend

I saw some other peoples builds and then I compared them.I got the parts which got good reviews and more future-proof and just like that

[Ciph3r]

3 hours ago, Megazero said:

Well....

-why pick a non-OC-able CPU with a OC-enable motherboard? and why the older gen? an i7 6700 or 6700k would be better  
-HDD?
-The PSU is overkill for a single GPU, but I suppose it's ok for a bit of future proof
-It's kinda hard right now to suggest a GPU since new generation from both AMD and Nvidia are rumored to come out as soon as this May, so may I suggest you to buy some GTX 950/960/R9 370/R9 380 second hand for a really cheap price and wait up until then to buy a 1070 or 1080 or whatever AMD come up with next :D?

What PSU should i get then?I already have a HDD btw

[Ciph3r]

3 hours ago, stconquest said:

Comparative build.  $1030 ($30 cheaper than the original build):

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($329.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($51.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill NT Series 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($56.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 390 8GB PCS+ Video Card  ($308.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M ATX Mid Tower Case  ($64.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($53.98 @ Newegg)
Case Fan: Fractal Design SSR3-140-WT 56.1 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)  <<Front intake
Case Fan: Fractal Design SSR3-140-WT 56.1 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)  <<Front intake
Monitor: Acer G246HYL bmjj 60Hz 23.8" Monitor  ($109.99 @ Newegg)  <<IPS
Total: $1018.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-18 05:59 EDT-0400

Is 1 8gb stick better than 2x4Gb stick?

Can 520w handle everything I saw a M12II 620w Seasonic should I get that instead?

[DHelios]

The 520 Watts are more than sufficient for what we've been talking about so far.

 

@stconquests build changed from a Z97 chipset to an H110 one. Since your CPU isn't overclockable, the Z-chipsets aren't needed, and if you don't need the extra features of H97/H170 over H81/H110, it just means you're saving money. One feature that H81/H110 generally doesn't support though, is four memory slots.

 

With your original build, you could use 2x4GB and still have two slots free to add another 2x4GB later. With his build, the 2x4GB would fill all the available slots. Upgrading later would mean having to buy 2x8GB and would leave your existing 2x4GB useless. By choosing 1x8GB, you have the option to easily add another 8GB module later.

 

2x4GB is generally preferable, due to dual-channel memory operation. Some of that performance gain is countered by him using memory that's just faster to begin with. And of course, once you upgrade to 2x8GB you get the dual-channel benefits still. He's basically sacrificing a little bit of performance now for cheaper and easier upgrades later.

 

Alternatively, you could look at an H170 board to get those four slots. You'll have dual-channel speed now and upgradability later. It's not a bad investment, but it does add to the price.

[stconquest]

57 minutes ago, Ciph3r said:

Is 1 8gb stick better than 2x4Gb stick?

Can 520w handle everything I saw a M12II 620w Seasonic should I get that instead?

As mentioned above, that motherboard only has two DIMM slots.  The 1x8GB stick will mean you can add another stick later.

 

To add to what @DHelios is saying.  You do want dual channel, but 2x8GB (dual channel) is better than 4x4GB (dual channel).  It is not the biggest deal, but the four sticks will stress out the memory controller a bit more.  Skylake does not support quad channel memory.

 

Everything I picked in the build is made up of good, to very good, quality components.  I understand you might want to get a little more wiggle room out of the power supply.  The 520W will be fine, but the 620W will be better.  I can't argue against it other than to say it costs a bit more.

 

 

 

[Ciph3r]

11 hours ago, DHelios said:

The 520 Watts are more than sufficient for what we've been talking about so far.

 

@stconquests build changed from a Z97 chipset to an H110 one. Since your CPU isn't overclockable, the Z-chipsets aren't needed, and if you don't need the extra features of H97/H170 over H81/H110, it just means you're saving money. One feature that H81/H110 generally doesn't support though, is four memory slots.

 

With your original build, you could use 2x4GB and still have two slots free to add another 2x4GB later. With his build, the 2x4GB would fill all the available slots. Upgrading later would mean having to buy 2x8GB and would leave your existing 2x4GB useless. By choosing 1x8GB, you have the option to easily add another 8GB module later.

 

2x4GB is generally preferable, due to dual-channel memory operation. Some of that performance gain is countered by him using memory that's just faster to begin with. And of course, once you upgrade to 2x8GB you get the dual-channel benefits still. He's basically sacrificing a little bit of performance now for cheaper and easier upgrades later.

 

Alternatively, you could look at an H170 board to get those four slots. You'll have dual-channel speed now and upgradability later. It's not a bad investment, but it does add to the price.

Hey man speaking of the price the  Phanteks Enthoo Pro M   costs more where I live like 20$ more :L Can you recommend any other case?(UK)

10 hours ago, stconquest said:

As mentioned above, that motherboard only has two DIMM slots.  The 1x8GB stick will mean you can add another stick later.

 

To add to what @DHelios is saying.  You do want dual channel, but 2x8GB (dual channel) is better than 4x4GB (dual channel).  It is not the biggest deal, but the four sticks will stress out the memory controller a bit more.  Skylake does not support quad channel memory.

 

Everything I picked in the build is made up of good, to very good, quality components.  I understand you might want to get a little more wiggle room out of the power supply.  The 520W will be fine, but the 620W will be better.  I can't argue against it other than to say it costs a bit more.

 

 

 

 

[stconquest]

21 minutes ago, Ciph3r said:

Hey man speaking of the price the  Phanteks Enthoo Pro M   costs more where I live like 20$ more :L Can you recommend any other case?(UK)

 

20 pounds more than the Corsair 100R?  That's because the Pro M is a good case, not a crappy one =D.  You won't find a better case for less money.

[Ciph3r]

Just now, stconquest said:

20 pounds more than the Corsair 100R?  That's because the Pro M is a good case, not a crappy one =D.  You find find a better case for less money.

Lol not 20 pounds more its 20usd more

[stconquest]

1 minute ago, Ciph3r said:

Lol not 20 pounds more its 20usd more

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/part/nzxt-case-cas340ww1

[stconquest]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  (£258.99 @ Ebuyer)
Motherboard: MSI H110M Pro-VD Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  (£45.99 @ Ebuyer)
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  (£25.99 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (£52.98 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card  (£259.98 @ Amazon UK)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H24 ATX Mid Tower Case  (£31.49 @ Amazon UK)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  (£73.95 @ Amazon UK)
Case Fan: ARCTIC Arctic F12 74.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  (£3.29 @ Amazon UK)
Case Fan: ARCTIC Arctic F12 74.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  (£3.29 @ Amazon UK)
Monitor: Asus VC239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  (£116.29 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £872.24
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-19 01:37 GMT+0000

[Ciph3r]

32 minutes ago, stconquest said:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  (£258.99 @ Ebuyer)
Motherboard: MSI H110M Pro-VD Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  (£45.99 @ Ebuyer)
Memory: Crucial 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  (£25.99 @ Amazon UK)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (£52.98 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card  (£259.98 @ Amazon UK)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H24 ATX Mid Tower Case  (£31.49 @ Amazon UK)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  (£73.95 @ Amazon UK)
Case Fan: ARCTIC Arctic F12 74.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  (£3.29 @ Amazon UK)
Case Fan: ARCTIC Arctic F12 74.0 CFM 120mm  Fan  (£3.29 @ Amazon UK)
Monitor: Asus VC239H 60Hz 23.0" Monitor  (£116.29 @ Amazon UK)
Total: £872.24
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-19 01:37 GMT+0000

Is Acer G226HQL BBd any good i found one for 69.99Pounds:

http://www.ebuyer.com/368183-acer-g226hqlbbd-21-5-led-lcd-dvi-monitor-um-wg6ee-b03

Can I stick with Corsair 100r if its better?

[stconquest]

8 hours ago, Ciph3r said:

Is Acer G226HQL BBd any good i found one for 69.99Pounds:

http://www.ebuyer.com/368183-acer-g226hqlbbd-21-5-led-lcd-dvi-monitor-um-wg6ee-b03

Can I stick with Corsair 100r if its better?

That monitor is a TN panel but it is such a good deal.  Yeah, since the budget is tight... grab the £70 one.

 

The 100R is not really better, just more expensive... but if you like it, go for it.