First Build Questions

[Blinxwrath]

Hey guys! I am completely new to building computers so for the past month I have been trying to learn everything I can. Here is a list of what I am thinking of building, but I am sure there are ways I can make it faster for about the same amount (or less) of money. I will mainly be using this setup for gaming, and streaming after picking up some more equipment. I would love to hear any tips or suggestions you have. Also, what are some things I will need for the actual build process? I know I need an anti-static mat/bracelet, but I was wondering if there are any other things I may need. Thanks in advance, and the link to my parts list is below!

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/k38RsJ

[TheRandomness]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($167.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial BX200 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($63.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.89 @ OutletPC) 
Case: Corsair Graphite Series 230T Orange ATX Mid Tower Case  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($55.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($248.00 @ Amazon) 
External Storage: Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive  ($59.99 @ B&H) 
Other: RX 480 4GB ($199.00)
Total: $1220.60
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-07 10:26 EDT-0400

 

Don't need an i7 for gaming

The CPU is a k series, meaning it can be overclocked with that board

The RX 480 is a $200 graphics card with better performance than the 980, wait until the end of the month for it. 

The PSU is much better in terms of internal component quality. 

Get the OS off of Kinguin, G2A or /r/microsoftsoftwareswap for like $25. 

 

When building, don't wear socks on carpet. An anti static mat/anti static wristband isn't really necessary. 

[jeonjaeng]

7 minutes ago, TheRandomness said:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($167.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial BX200 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($63.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.89 @ OutletPC) 
Case: Corsair Graphite Series 230T Orange ATX Mid Tower Case  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($55.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($248.00 @ Amazon) 
External Storage: Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive  ($59.99 @ B&H) 
Other: RX 480 4GB ($199.00)
Total: $1220.60
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-07 10:26 EDT-0400

 

Don't need an i7 for gaming

The CPU is a k series, meaning it can be overclocked with that board

The RX 480 is a $200 graphics card with better performance than the 980, wait until the end of the month for it. 

The PSU is much better in terms of internal component quality. 

Get the OS off of Kinguin, G2A or /r/microsoftsoftwareswap for like $25. 

 

When building, don't wear socks on carpet. An anti static mat/anti static wristband isn't really necessary. 

True, but i do like my 6700k for gaming works great if you ever wanna stream or record. Also do get the K series like said above

[Herman Mcpootis]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-6700 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($297.99 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: ASRock H170A-X1 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($76.98 @ Newegg) 
Memory: GeIL EVO POTENZA 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($49.98 @ Newegg) 
Storage: AMD Radeon R3 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($58.50 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($47.49 @ OutletPC) 
Case: Corsair Graphite Series 230T Black ATX Mid Tower Case  ($49.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($49.99 @ Micro Center) 
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer  ($16.88 @ OutletPC) 
Monitor: Acer GN246HL 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($191.19 @ B&H) 
External Storage: Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive  ($59.99 @ B&H) 
Other: AMD R9 480 ($199.99)
Total: $1098.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-07 10:47 EDT-0400

[Blinxwrath]

21 minutes ago, TheRandomness said:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($233.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.89 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: MSI Z170A GAMING M5 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($167.88 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial BX200 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($63.99 @ NCIX US) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($46.89 @ OutletPC) 
Case: Corsair Graphite Series 230T Orange ATX Mid Tower Case  ($59.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: XFX TS 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply  ($55.99 @ NCIX US) 
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 144Hz Monitor  ($248.00 @ Amazon) 
External Storage: Western Digital Elements 1TB External Hard Drive  ($59.99 @ B&H) 
Other: RX 480 4GB ($199.00)
Total: $1220.60
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-06-07 10:26 EDT-0400

 

Don't need an i7 for gaming

The CPU is a k series, meaning it can be overclocked with that board

The RX 480 is a $200 graphics card with better performance than the 980, wait until the end of the month for it. 

The PSU is much better in terms of internal component quality. 

Get the OS off of Kinguin, G2A or /r/microsoftsoftwareswap for like $25. 

 

When building, don't wear socks on carpet. An anti static mat/anti static wristband isn't really necessary. 

Would getting an i5 be able to withstand streaming, and stuff like that? Or would getting an i7 be worth instead of having to upgrade in a year or so? Thank you for this though, I definitely appreciate it!

[Herman Mcpootis]

6 minutes ago, Blinxwrath said:

Would getting an i5 be able to withstand streaming, and stuff like that? Or would getting an i7 be worth instead of having to upgrade in a year or so? Thank you for this though, I definitely appreciate it!

An i7 would do better for streaming, the extra threads will help.