First computer build

[Dormerister]

Hi, I'm a complete beginner when it comes to building computers, even though I watch tech channels regularly, I still have troubles deciding what to do. I would like to get some help with this build, I need it for school and work. I'm an Animation student (specialy 3D animator and I use maya a lot), and I work as a video editor, but I'm also an avid gamer. This build was given to me by my cousin, and I just want to hear opinions and suggestions.

 

My budget is $1,200 dollars but I can go up to $1,300 dollars if it include a screen and a keyboard.

 

This is the list. PC part picker: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/XHk3m8

 

I would really appreciate the help.

[Mi26]

Bigger ssd and lower wattage but better psu 

[DaBeggad]

i would pay less for the ram and more for the cooler

[Megah3rtz]

Shitty SSD. 

[Castdeath97]

Avoid the V300, get something better it's a terrible SSD.

[Dormerister]

4 minutes ago, Castdeath97 said:

Avoid the V300, get something better it's a terrible SSD.

 

12 minutes ago, Megah3rtz said:

Shitty SSD. 

 

15 minutes ago, Mi26 said:

Bigger ssd and lower wattage but better psu 

So far, I need to change my SSD, What do you guys recommend? 

[DaBeggad]

Just now, Dormerister said:

 

 

So far, I need to change my SSD, What do you guys recommend? 

i got a sandisk im happy with it personally

[steffeeh]

If you render a lot when video editing and such then more RAM might be beneficial.

Aside from the model of the SSD which has already been pointed out I'd recommend getting a bigger SSD (240+ GB).

 

Note that this will increase your budget a bit. But ask yourself - how long will it take before I want to upgrade to for instance more RAM or a bigger SSD? If it won't take that long you're better off with investing a little extra from the start rather than having to upgrade and hassle with selling the old parts. Me myself I wish I would have done this when I built my first rig.

[Dormerister]

Sandisk SSD PLUS 240gb would be a better fit?

[DaBeggad]

1 minute ago, Dormerister said:

Sandisk SSD PLUS 240gb would be a better fit?

ye

[Megah3rtz]

4 minutes ago, Dormerister said:

Sandisk SSD PLUS 240gb would be a better fit?

Crucial MX300 275gb is great value for its size and so much faster than the sandisk, consider that.

[Megah3rtz]

2 minutes ago, DaBeggad said:

ye

nah

[Mi26]

850 evo 

[Herman Mcpootis]

1 hour ago, Dormerister said:

 

 

So far, I need to change my SSD, What do you guys recommend? 

Hynix SL308 and Crucial MX300 are great budget choices.

[Kinda Bottlenecked]

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KRcRYr
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KRcRYr/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($220.98 @ Newegg) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.88 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: ASRock Z170 Extreme4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($119.99 @ Newegg) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory  ($79.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Crucial MX300 275GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive  ($72.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($48.89 @ OutletPC) 
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1070 8GB G1 Gaming Video Card  ($399.99 @ B&H) 
Case: NZXT S340 (Black/Red) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($66.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply  ($49.99 @ B&H) 
Monitor: Asus VG248QE 24.0" 1920x1080 144Hz Monitor  ($250.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Keyboard: Corsair Raptor K30 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($59.99 @ Corsair) 
Total: $1395.67
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 08:03 EST-0500

[Dackzy]

A i5 at 4.5GHz will be able to bottleneck a 1070 at 1080p...

I think that I have showed proof of this over 10 times now.

[DaBeggad]

2 minutes ago, Dackzy said:

A i5 at 4.5GHz will be able to bottleneck a 1070 at 1080p...

I think that I have showed proof of this over 10 times now.

yeah its able ... in very cpu heavy games and not that hard but youre right 6700k for instance runs smooooooooooooooooooooother (btw HI ^^)

[Dackzy]

Just now, DaBeggad said:

yeah its able ... in very cpu heavy games and not that hard but youre right 6700k for instance runs smooooooooooooooooooooother (btw HI ^^)

Hi

At 60Hz I wouldn't care much, but at 144Hz I would get a i7 and get some other parts that is cheaper and still good. I am willing to bet that I can fit a i7 into his budget, but I don't have the time right now

[Akolyte]

Nice build, either way it should work.  While I will add my bit I also want to add a bit of advice.  Don't go with what anyone says if you don't agree.  Building a computer is about building the computer YOU want and need, and so if you want a 120GB SSD for a better GPU or 1TB HDD the STICK WITH IT.  While I would suggest getting a bigger one for convenience sake make sure to choose wisely and choose what you want. 

 

Also, while building a good computer can seem very nerve racking it really isn't once you build one.  Just build it right and you will be fine.  I built my computers on carpet and they work fine, and I've watched people build computers on carpet while eating McDonalds and drinking coke with greasy ass fingers and it still works totally fine no damage.  This is by no means saying that you should do this, you SHOULDN'T do that but you should also know that unless you really mess up you should be fine.  The most important part is not bending CPU socket pins, i've seen that done a lot, and can lead to some bad situations.  But follow Linus's videos and you will be fine. 

 

As for the SSD I suggest going with a Samsung EVO or PRO they are the ones I trust, and while you might not have the budget for it, if it was me I would go down to a 1060 and get a better SSD but that is where your choice comes in.  It's just my personal preference.  I would also go with a non-k CPU since in my opinion overlcocking doesn't make a HUGE difference unless you overclock quite a lot, although it is a lot of fun!  And so because I think a PC should be for more than gaming I personally choose the full experience over going with one thing and loosing another.  In my opinion a balanced system is a good system. 

 

Here is the full link to my changes:  (I accidentally removed the keyboard.)

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jvPgFd  

[Dormerister]

Thank you all for the help, I'll keep your advice in mind when I buy the parts.

 

You guys helped out a lot.