Are there any final improvements I can make performance and budget wise to this gaming pc build before I finalize all the parts?

[ultralathrop]

This question is specifically for the motherboard and the PSU. This was my first pc build!

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/PC7JvK

 

 

EDIT: 

After all the feedback, I have come up with three builds and still don't know which one is best.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ultralathrop/saved/

1- Contains ASRock mobo and 8gb RAM

2- Contains Asus mobo and 8gb RAM

3- Contains Gigabyte mobo and 16 gb RAM

Edited March 24, 2016 by ultralathrop

[Guest]

Go cheaper on the motherboard (By like 30 dollars) and get a better PSU 

[Rolfejc]

The Evga Supernova G2 550 watt unit is around the same price and is overall better. The motherboard also looks good

[Vercii]

17 minutes ago, ultralathrop said:

This question is specifically for the motherboard and the PSU. This was my first pc build!

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/PC7JvK

 

Changed PSU

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

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($189.99 @ Micro Center) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: Asus H170-PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($110.00 @ B&H) 
Memory: Crucial 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($29.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($86.99 @ Micro Center) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($48.97 @ Directron) 
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz) 
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case  ($44.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($99.99 @ Amazon) 
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($19.89 @ OutletPC) 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)  ($86.95 @ OutletPC) 
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($24.99 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1097.62
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-23 20:30 EDT-0400

[Streetguru]

47 minutes ago, ultralathrop said:

This question is specifically for the motherboard and the PSU. This was my first pc build!

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/PC7JvK

 

If you're just gaming at 1080p drop your GPU down to a 380X, a 390 is more of a 1440p card

Best budget board, has USB 3.1 and Type C

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-motherboard-gah110ms2hp

 

Solid PSU

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/evga-power-supply-210gq0650

 

 

Don't buy an OEM windows key if you're going to buy a windows key

 

you can find less expensive 390s as well

 

and you probably don't need a dvd drive

 

[ultralathrop]

I've made some changes, how's it looking now? Found a cheaper mobo and a better psu.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/4jyd4D

[Streetguru]

32 minutes ago, ultralathrop said:

I've made some changes, how's it looking now? Found a cheaper mobo and a better psu.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/4jyd4D

The PSU above in my comment is nearly the same for $30 less, it's simply semi-modular vs full

[ultralathrop]

13 minutes ago, Streetguru said:

The PSU above in my comment is nearly the same for $30 less, it's simply semi-modular vs full

Thank you for this. I changed the PSU. My last question would be about my CPU Cooler, do you think it is necessary to buy one because the intel 6500 already comes with a stock one.

[diapersarefullofshit]

A motherboard with usb3.1 type c is nice. It is worth it, sometimes the smallest improvements can have the biggest impact.

[Streetguru]

4 minutes ago, ultralathrop said:

Thank you for this. I changed the PSU. My last question would be about my CPU Cooler, do you think it is necessary to buy one because the intel 6500 already comes with a stock one.

It'll just run a bit quieter, probably worth the 30 bucks if you want near silence

[ultralathrop]

28 minutes ago, diapersarefullofshit said:

A motherboard with usb3.1 type c is nice. It is worth it, sometimes the smallest improvements can have the biggest impact.

How's this?

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157683&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

[Streetguru]

3 minutes ago, ultralathrop said:

How's this?

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157683&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

Should be fine, but like I said the gigabyte board I linked it probably the best overall 1151 board

[diapersarefullofshit]

$20,-- more expensive.

m-atx vs atx

2 vs 4 ramslots

h110 vs h170

4x vs 6x sata

1 vs 2 casefanheaders

alc887 vs alc892

 

It is more about what you need or want. You could also get the other m-atx one and then get 16GB ram instead of 8GB for about the same price as the asrock mobo... choices... hard...

[stconquest]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($196.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler  ($34.50 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($51.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Aegis 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory  ($57.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($56.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($48.97 @ Directron)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card  ($309.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M ATX Mid Tower Case  ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer  ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)  ($86.99 @ Amazon)
Case Fan: Fractal Design GP14-BK 68.4 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($8.99 @ NCIX US)
Case Fan: Fractal Design GP14-BK 68.4 CFM 140mm  Fan  ($8.99 @ NCIX US)
Keyboard: Logitech K120 Wired Standard Keyboard  ($11.88 @ OutletPC)
Mouse: SteelSeries Rival 100 Wired Optical Mouse  ($33.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1074.03  No rebates
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-23 23:00 EDT-0400

[brob]

I would suggest two small changes. A better memory kit and a slightly larger psu.

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($196.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($28.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H170-PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($110.00 @ B&H)
Memory: G.Skill NT Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($33.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($87.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($48.97 @ Directron)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card  ($329.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case  ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($19.89 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit)  ($86.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse  ($28.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1097.55
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-23 23:02 EDT-0400

[BurblingBarbacoa]

• Think about grabbing a memory kit with heat spreaders. Not that much more and it will look a lot better th an those greed PCBs. 
• Maybe look at a 380x? If you are currently at 1080p it will be more than fine and if you want to go 1440p then the option is there. If you are already running 1440p 60htz or higher then keep the 390
• That power supply is fine. Maybe look at a lightly higher wattage one for possible future crossfire or to let the fan run quieter (I'm not sure if this PSU as a fanless mode). If you don't care about silence and you don't want to go dual 390 in the future then disregard this. 
• Take a look at the Shadow Rock 2 and the Pure Rock over the 212evo. 
• Look at kinguin for a cheap Windows key if you want 
• Ditch the optical drive. If you really need one get an external one. 

[ultralathrop]

EDIT: 

After all the feedback, I have come up with three builds and still don't know which one is best.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ultralathrop/saved/

1- Contains ASRock mobo and 8gb RAM

2- Contains Asus mobo and 8gb RAM

3- Contains Gigabyte mobo and 16 gb RAM

Sorry for formatting. 

[stconquest]

2 hours ago, ultralathrop said:

EDIT: 

After all the feedback, I have come up with three builds and still don't know which one is best.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ultralathrop/saved/

1- Contains ASRock mobo and 8gb RAM

2- Contains Asus mobo and 8gb RAM

3- Contains Gigabyte mobo and 16 gb RAM

Sorry for formatting. 

The one with 16GB of RAM.

[diapersarefullofshit]

6 hours ago, ultralathrop said:

EDIT: 

After all the feedback, I have come up with three builds and still don't know which one is best.

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/ultralathrop/saved/

1- Contains ASRock mobo and 8gb RAM

2- Contains Asus mobo and 8gb RAM

3- Contains Gigabyte mobo and 16 gb RAM

Sorry for formatting. 

usb type c & 16gb ram. Your future is garanteed. Most devices will eventually get type c connectors, it is a wise choice. In your list windows is quite expensive, be sure to check if you can get that cheaper somewhere else.

[ultralathrop]

20 minutes ago, diapersarefullofshit said:

usb type c & 16gb ram. Your future is garanteed. Most devices will eventually get type c connectors, it is a wise choice.

Thoughts on this mobo?

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157683&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

[diapersarefullofshit]

1 hour ago, ultralathrop said:

Thoughts on this mobo?

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157683&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker,%20LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

- Look at my post from 10h ago for a comparison between both motherboards. The gigabyte mobo is fine in that configuration and you get 8GB more ram for the same price.

- You can also get a smaller case if you want, as the gigabyte mobo is a m-atx. The $68,-- Cooler Master Silencio 352 is a high quality case with sound insulation and an sd card reader (luxury). I personally like the looks of the new $80,-- corsair carbide air 240 aswell (with or without window). Bang4buck the 352 silencio is a no brainer, i can not think of a case that even comes close the bang4buck ratio this case offers.

 

 

If you pick the silencio, be sure that your cooler is 150mm or less.