[Build Ready] Build Novice Looking for Input
Hi r/buildapc! I'm a long-time lurker on this subreddit and have really enjoyed looking over the amazing builds that come together here. This isn't my first build - actually my second - but it's been a long, long time since I've built a PC (2008). My old i7-920 needs replacement and that's why I'm here. I put together what I feel is a decent machine.
Primary use will be for office use - Visio, Project, SketchUp, Office are my primary tools. But I'll also be doing some gaming and very light video editing. Gaming wise I'd like to run newer games and I'm okay if I'm not at the bleeding edge. So 1080/60fps is fine by me.
Here's my build. In general I'm just looking for thoughts on any bottlenecks or easy improvements that would net worthwhile gains. I've already pulled the trigger on purchasing but nothing has shipped yet.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor | $249.89 @ OutletPC |
| CPU Cooler | Corsair H100i GTX 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $103.69 @ Amazon |
| Motherboard | Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard | $153.99 @ SuperBiiz |
| Memory | PNY Anarchy 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory | $79.99 @ Newegg |
| Storage | Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $142.57 @ Amazon |
| Storage | Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $49.89 @ OutletPC |
| Video Card | Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card | $322.98 @ Newegg |
| Case | Corsair Air 540 ATX Mid Tower Case | $129.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $65.98 @ Newegg |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit) | $87.95 @ OutletPC |
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $1436.92 | |
| Mail-in rebates | -$50.00 | |
| Total | $1386.92 | |
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-02-21 15:42 EST-0500 |
Posted Feb 21, 2016, 8:55 PM UTC