First time build. Curious if experienced builders think it's decent. Open to suggestions but I'm trying to keep it around the same $ and color scheme.

[BrandonIsComputering]

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/BrandonComputes/saved/xTLMnQ

 

this is my build on pcpartpicker. Absolutely love this site. Would  appreciate your professional opinions! 

[Castdeath97]

Don't get the V300, Kingston switched the NAND to a slower one just check google.

 

 

[Castdeath97]

Also use the thermal paste included with the cooler. No need for a aftermarket paste, they barely make a difference anyhow.

[TheRandomness]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X61 106.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($135.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($172.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($69.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial BX200 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($58.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($45.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: NZXT Noctis 450 ATX Mid Tower Case  ($136.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.99 @ Amazon) 
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 144Hz 24.0" Monitor  ($248.00 @ Amazon) 
Keyboard: Corsair STRAFE Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($99.99 @ Amazon) 
Speakers: Logitech Z623 200W 2.1ch Speakers  ($99.99 @ Amazon) 
Other: GGing Pro gaming mouse pad (extended) ($16.99)
Other: Ambient LED lighting ($21.99)
Other: MAXNOMIC™ DOMINATOR RED Gaming Chair ($369.99)
Total: $2126.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-19 14:57 EDT-0400

 

Better PSU and SSD.

[Drakomon322]

12 minutes ago, BrandonIsComputering said:

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/BrandonComputes/saved/xTLMnQ

 

this is my build on pcpartpicker. Absolutely love this site. Would  appreciate your professional opinions! 

First, you don't need an aftermarket CPU cooler. There is one included with the cooler.

Second, don't get the V300 series. Instead, get the HyperX Fury SSD series or  Samsung EVO series.

And third, if you are willing to spend 2110 USD in your computer, get a better PSU.

Other than those recommendations, you are fine. 

 

[Nena Trinity]

Does that monitor have freesync?  

[brob]

36 minutes ago, BrandonIsComputering said:

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/BrandonComputes/saved/xTLMnQ

 

this is my build on pcpartpicker. Absolutely love this site. Would  appreciate your professional opinions! 

I would suggest a better psu model, EVGA 210-GQ-0650-V1.

 

Consider a larger ssd, Silicon Power Slim S55 240GB.

 

Consider a case that includes user controlled lighting, Phanteks Enthoo Luxe.

 

Drop the unneeded thermal compound.

[BrandonIsComputering]

8 hours ago, Nena360 said:

Does that monitor have freesync?  

No =p

[BrandonIsComputering]

8 hours ago, brob said:

I would suggest a better psu model, EVGA 210-GQ-0650-V1.

 

Consider a larger ssd, Silicon Power Slim S55 240GB.

 

Consider a case that includes user controlled lighting, Phanteks Enthoo Luxe.

 

Drop the unneeded thermal compound.

Thanks, by upgrading the PSU, do you mean to a higher wastage? Or a higher grade then 80+ gold?

 

and I can't drop the case, I'm in love. The led lighting is to go around my desk for ambiance. 

[BrandonIsComputering]

9 hours ago, Castdeath97 said:

Don't get the V300, Kingston switched the NAND to a slower one just check google.

 

 

Thank you for letting me know : )

[brob]

9 hours ago, BrandonIsComputering said:

Thanks, by upgrading the PSU, do you mean to a higher wastage? Or a higher grade then 80+ gold?

 

and I can't drop the case, I'm in love. The led lighting is to go around my desk for ambiance. 

I mean a better quality. 80+ ratings certify electrical efficiency, not quality of build, components, or power delivered.