Feedback on first ever build.

[Oordell]

Hi.

 

Just as a start; I'm completely new here on this forum and have never build a PC before. However I'm going to do so for the first time now, and I was hoping some of you could help with som input on the parts I've been looking at.

 

1. Budget & Location

My budget is ~$1,500 US including everything, but I might be flexible enough to go over budget, if it's necessary.
I'm located in Denmark.

2. Aim

A general workstation. I will be doing a lot of programming, AI training etc. Also some 3D simulations in programs like Unity, Unreal Engine, but not a lot. Would also like to be able to run games such as Fortnite, but it's not the primary goal for this build.
I will also be dual booting with Windows (will need a licens as well) and Ubuntu, since some of the programs I use are optimized for Linux.

3. Monitors

Would like a dual monitor setup, however if the budget doesn't allow it, I'll start with one.

4. Peripherals

Keyboard and mouse is needed. 

 

I have created the following list on PCPartPicker:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor  ($159.89 @ OutletPC) 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - MasterLiquid 240 66.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($79.99 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: MSI - B450 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard  ($104.89 @ OutletPC) 
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3200 Memory  ($269.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Samsung - 860 Evo 1TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive  ($162.99 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB SC GAMING ACX 3.0 Black Edition Video Card  ($379.99 @ Newegg) 
Case: Fractal Design - Meshify C Dark TG ATX Mid Tower Case  ($98.06 @ Newegg) 
Power Supply: Corsair - CXM (2015) 450 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($49.89 @ OutletPC) 
Total: $1305.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-11-07 09:31 EST-0500

 

Notes on the list:

- I know RAM is expensive, but 32GB is preferred for some of my use cases

- As you can see, neither keyboard, mouse or monitor is listed, as I'm not sure what to pick here. A licens for Windows isn't listed as well

 

I'm hoping on some feadback on the parts I've chosen. Maybe I can save a little on different parts?

[hconverse02]

Looks good to me

[Kodiak.]

Hej bror!

 

Det ser godt ud. 

 

(little rusty on Danish, it's been a while)

[Tristerin]

6 minutes ago, Oordell said:

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Unless you value aesthetics I would get a cheaper case and try to get a Ti version of the 1070

[Imbellis]

I'd very strongly recommend that you go with a full tower cooler such as the Noctua D15 over a 240mm radiator.

Sure a 240mm radiator will run you a couple of degrees lower, but the pump can (and will) fail and the liquid will evaporate from the tube.

 

Air coolers, on the other hand, only have fans - which can be easily replaced if they die. Generally, a cooler such as the D15 will also be quieter than a 240mm radiator.

 

As for mouse, many here will recommend the Logitech G502 (at top of list). They're very reliable and have a couple extra bindable keys.

[MandoPanda]

23 minutes ago, Oordell said:

Hi

I would not spend as much on the case.

 

 

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor	$159.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard	MSI - B450-A PRO ATX AM4 Motherboard	$84.80 @ Walmart
Memory	G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3200 Memory	$269.99 @ Newegg
Storage	Samsung - 860 Evo 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$82.99 @ Amazon
Storage	Seagate - Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive	$79.85 @ OutletPC
Video Card	Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB Windforce OC Video Card	$349.99 @ Newegg
Case	Corsair - 200R ATX Mid Tower Case	$39.99 @ Newegg
Power Supply	Corsair - TXM Gold 550 W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply	$75.89 @ OutletPC
Monitor	LG - 23MP57HQ-P 23.0" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor	$109.99 @ Newegg
Monitor	LG - 23MP57HQ-P 23.0" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor	$109.99 @ Newegg
Keyboard	Corsair - STRAFE RGB Wired Gaming Keyboard	$89.99 @ Amazon
Mouse	Logitech - G502 Proteus Spectrum Wired Optical Mouse	$49.73 @ Amazon
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total (before mail-in rebates)	$1553.09
	Mail-in rebates	-$50.00
	Total	$1503.09
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-11-07 09:56 EST-0500

 

[Oordell]

16 minutes ago, Kodiak. said:

Hej bror!

 

Det ser godt ud. 

Haha, mange tak ;).

 

16 minutes ago, Tristerin said:

Unless you value aesthetics I would get a cheaper case and try to get a Ti version of the 1070

Ok, will consider that.

 

17 minutes ago, Imbellis said:

I'd very strongly recommend that you go with a full tower cooler such as the Noctua D15 over a 240mm radiator.

Ok, but I'm a little concerned that it will block the RAM slots on my MOBO. Is there any way to check for that before I buy it?

 

3 minutes ago, MandoPanda said:

I would not spend as much on the case.

Thanks a lot! I will take what you listed there into consideration. 

[Imbellis]

As shown by the specs on Noctua's website, RAM can be up to 64mm tall. Although it shows 32mm of RAM clearance with the two fan setup, you can always rotate the cooler 180%  - making the RAM clearance always 64mm. If you don't want to flip the direction, you can always just move the fan up a couple millimeters until the RAM fits below.

Spoiler

For reference, GSkill's Ripjaw V is 42mm tall.

 

The case you have listed, the 200R, is compatible with coolers up to 165mm. The D15 is listed as 165mm too; however, in most cases, it's shorter than that due to fan configs, so you'll be fine.

[Oordell]

23 minutes ago, Imbellis said:

The case you have listed, the 200R, is compatible with coolers up to 165mm. The D15 is listed as 165mm too; however, in most cases, it's shorter than that due to fan configs, so you'll be fine.

Tanks a lot, that helped!

[Guest]

Go with the D15S if you want better Ram clearance. Just make sure you get an AM4 bracket either from Noctua or the retailer. You could easily go with the stock cooler though if you want to save a bit more money and are not going for a high overclock.