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[Seran]

Purpose: Maxed out 1080p gaming at 60+ fps where possible(new titles, most demanding games). This build is also meant as a platform for future graphics card upgrades and maybe possibly a CPU upgrade as well at some point, so I am hoping all of the parts other than the CPU and GPU are solid enough to last me for a good while provided no unexpected damage happens.

Budget: 800 euros. I live in Latvia. Best place to check prices if necessary https://www.salidzini.lv/ No english option, just use the search and the cheapest options from all the computer shops will show up.

 

GPU: EVGA GTX 1060 6G SC Gaming

CPU: Intel i5-6600K

CPU cooler: Hyper 212 EVO

Motherboard:  MSI Z170A Gaming M3 (A bit expensive for this setup, but I want a solid motherboard that I dont have to worry about replacing)

RAM: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 1x16gb Ram (The 1x16gb was cheaper than 2x8, and I want to keep the option of adding the maximum amount of ram to the motherboard open)

Case:  Corsair Spec-03 RED (Spec-01 and Spec-02 seem to cost virtually the same, so I saw no reason not to take the third)

PSU: Corsair RM550X (Would love some cheaper alternatives, if anyone has a suggestion.)

 

I'm pretty happy with this list, but if there is some big flaw or possible performance increase I'd love to hear thoughts on it. Thank you in advance!

[gtx1060=value]

2 minutes ago, Seran said:

Purpose: Maxed out 1080p gaming at 60+ fps where possible(new titles, most demanding games). This build is also meant as a platform for future graphics card upgrades and maybe possibly a CPU upgrade as well at some point, so I am hoping all of the parts other than the CPU and GPU are solid enough to last me for a good while provided no unexpected damage happens.

Budget: 800 euros. I live in Latvia. Best place to check prices if necessary https://www.salidzini.lv/ No english option, just use the search and the cheapest options from all the computer shops will show up.

 

GPU: EVGA GTX 1060 6G SC Gaming

CPU: Intel i5-6600K

CPU cooler: Hyper 212 EVO

Motherboard:  MSI Z170A Gaming M3 (A bit expensive for this setup, but I want a solid motherboard that I dont have to worry about replacing)

RAM: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 1x16gb Ram (The 1x16gb was cheaper than 2x8, and I want to keep the option of adding the maximum amount of ram to the motherboard open)

Case:  Corsair Spec-03 RED (Spec-01 and Spec-02 seem to cost virtually the same, so I saw no reason not to take the third)

PSU: Corsair RM550X (Would love some cheaper alternatives, if anyone has a suggestion.)

 

I'm pretty happy with this list, but if there is some big flaw or possible performance increase I'd love to hear thoughts on it. Thank you in advance!

you should be using the asus z170a - just change the colour of your case to white - the mobo is a lot cheaper and works just as well although it may not look as nice

[TheRandomness]

For a cheaper PSU the EVGA GS/G2/GQ lineups might work. 550W is fine, but a 450W could easily run your system. 

[Seran]

4 minutes ago, gtx1060=value said:

you should be using the asus z170a - just change the colour of your case to white - the mobo is a lot cheaper and works just as well although it may not look as nice

Its actually a tiny bit more expensive than the MSI one here.

EDIT: Whoops, sorry. Scratch that. Was looking at the wrong board ;D Thanks for the tip!