First Build

[jaximusrex]

Hello hive mind,

 

I'm a first time PC builder looking to get a general idea of what I can get for my money.  I'm not looking to buy immediately just get an idea of what to look for.  I tried PC part picker and thought I would see what people thought of my current list.  I'm relatively new to this (this is my first build).  I currently am running a 5 year old MacBook Pro.  

- Budget: $1,000+- a bit depending on what I can get
- Zip Code or Location: US
- Specific Use: Some mid-range gaming (LOL, CSGO, Skyrim) but nothing crazy heavy
- Any preferred components?: This is what I was looking at, but am not tied to anything https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fKXyZ8
- Any spare parts you can re-use?: Nope
- Overclocking your processor?: I had thought about it, would like to hear opinions on this especially since I am a newbie. (I had looked at this list for overclocking so this might be a possibility, it is just a bit over what I was hoping to spend https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jMZwHN - only real change are motherboard and CPU)
- Need an Operating System?: Yes, but would be willing to buy separately from the budget.
- Need a Monitor? / Mouse? / Keyboard?: No
- Need a Wireless Card or Adapter? Would prefer built in WiFi otherwise yes.

Other Useful Info

- Preferred Case Features (Ex: Color, Side Window, Flashy): Fractal Design Black Nano S - definitely think I want a smaller form factor and really like the look of this case
- Number of Monitors: 1

 

As of right now I am just really looking at opinions on the list and if there is anything I should definitely change or look at instead.

 

Thanks everyone!

[gtx1060=value]

what colour do you want??? and are you ok with a mid atx tower?

[jaximusrex]

6 minutes ago, jaximusrex said:

- Preferred Case Features (Ex: Color, Side Window, Flashy): Nano S - definitely think I want a smaller form factor and really like the look of this case

The Nano S by Fractal Design in Black

[The Sloth]

wait for zen but https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fsntHN this is one of the best one. also a nice choice on the nano s its awsome. if you want a small nicelooking case with sli support get a v21.  

[gtx1060=value]

1 minute ago, jaximusrex said:

The Nano S by Fractal Design in Black

ummm - telling you right now, mini itx builds for z270 that look nice normally don't go very well - and mini itx is for the most experienced of builders - not first time- you're cable management will literally take 20 hours or just really shitty

[jaximusrex]

That is the one thing I was worried about was being inexperienced and doing a small build.  But I don't think I want a Mid-Tower PC.  I'll have to think on it.

[gtx1060=value]

2 minutes ago, jaximusrex said:

That is the one thing I was worried about was being inexperienced and doing a small build.  But I don't think I want a Mid-Tower PC.  I'll have to think on it.

how does a micro atx mini tower do? it's maybe at most 10 cm larger than mini itx - 

[gtx1060=value]

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7600K 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.75 @ OutletPC) 
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($99.99 @ B&H) 
Motherboard: ASRock Z270M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($119.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2800 Memory  ($96.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Sandisk SSD PLUS 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($74.99 @ B&H) 
Storage: Hitachi Ultrastar 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($39.99 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: Asus Radeon RX 480 8GB ROG STRIX Video Card  ($244.99 @ Jet) 
Case: Cooler Master MasterCase Pro 3 MicroATX Mini Tower Case  ($74.99 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: Corsair CXM 550W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($40.98 @ Newegg) 
Total: $1031.66
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-02-15 20:50 EST-0500

 

a bit over budget - i would go for fully modular psu - so bitfenix whisper m is decent or evga gs or g2

[CatXice]

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/8TZwHN

[gtx1060=value]

also, if you want this to be a really nice build - get a nzxt kraken x52 or 62  - but that will bump you up to 1100 dollars

[gtx1060=value]

1 minute ago, CatXice said:

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/8TZwHN

nex is a shitty psu @Energycore - gs or g2 would do better

[Antony Leung]

Well, if you want a console size pc, (like im planning to build too) i recommend, this, but is overbudget. so you need to think. 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7600K 3.8GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($238.75 @ OutletPC) 
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG C7 40.5 CFM CPU Cooler  ($29.88 @ OutletPC) 
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard  ($159.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory  ($97.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: PNY CS1311 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($79.99 @ Best Buy) 
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 1070 8GB AMP! Edition Video Card  ($385.70 @ Jet) 
Case: Fractal Design Node 202 HTPC Case  ($78.99 @ SuperBiiz) 
Power Supply: Corsair SF 600W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular SFX Power Supply  ($119.99 @ Corsair) 
Total: $1191.28
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-02-15 20:53 EST-0500

[Antony Leung]

16 minutes ago, jaximusrex said:

That is the one thing I was worried about was being inexperienced and doing a small build.  But I don't think I want a Mid-Tower PC.  I'll have to think on it.

Dont worry, about it. if you take your time and with patience and common sense you will do it. also if you're lost youtube is your #1 ally on building pc of any size. that's what i did and made a few small mistakes but i learn about it and i can say with certainly that i can build a pc.

 

I started first with a build for my father, and now he's happy about it. is just a humble build of 400$. use a G4400. 

 

and im impresed that can run BF3 but a low settings 40+FPS at 800x480. (yeah is a mess but i did expect that).

[jaximusrex]

Thanks! I think I'll be able to do it (I'm relatively handy) which is why I went with it.  Thought I'd rather spend some extra time building something I actually want rather than having a huge PC I hate just because it was easier.