[SOLVED] $1,200 build - Seek critique

[rcald2000]

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/PFyddD

CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 2.9 GHz 8-Core Processor ($299.99 @ Best Buy)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55 CFM CPU Cooler (Purchased For $0.00)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B460M MORTAR WIFI Micro ATX LGA1200 Motherboard ($124.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Team T-FORCE DARK Z 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: ADATA XPG SX8200 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($119.00 @ Amazon)
Video Card: MSI Radeon RX 5700 XT 8 GB GAMING X Video Card ($429.99 @ B&H)
Case: Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply (Purchased For $0.00)
Total: $1173.95
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-12-15 20:18 EST-0500

 

[Phaaze88]

A 10400 should be just fine, nor do I have any complaints with that motherboard - except whether WiFi is needed or not; there's a Mortar with it and one without it.

 

[Phaaze88]

Looks ok to me!

Regarding the combo of cpu and cooler: https://ncc.noctua.at/cpus/model/Intel-Core-i7-10700-413
"If power limits are disabled in BIOS, CPU might not be able to keep maximum turbo clock under prolonged AVX loads, suggested maximum power limit: 250W."
Just a heads up.

 

[rcald2000]

Phaaze88 Thank you. Some background: This build is potentially for a friend with a six year old, completely unstable build, that reboots multiple times daily. We both have a friend-in-common, that's offering to buy the build above for him. With that said, I don't want to financially compromise him, therefore I'd like to offer a lower-price option, just in case it's necessary. I was thinking about: Intel core i5-10400 ($155) / cheaper LGA 1200 MB / cheaper GPU (Maybe 1660 Super, if one could be found).

Follow-up questions: Is 10400 reasonable CPU for gaming and if so, what motherboard would be reasonable to compliment it with. I really like the B460M Mortal, because of the integrated wi-fi, but not sure if a $125 motherboard is foolish with a $155 CPU. Also, what's a good 1080p gaming GPU. The friend that'll receive this gift only has a 60 Hz display at the moment, so any computer that doesn't randomly reboot is an upgrade at this point. Thanks, and I understand if you don't have time to read my verbose follow-up question. Regardless, I thank you for the response that you've already provided.

 

[Phaaze88]

A 10400 should be just fine, nor do I have any complaints with that motherboard - except whether WiFi is needed or not; there's a Mortar with it and one without it.

 

[rcald2000]

Update: The PC components in the original pcpartpicker list were indeed successfully ordered for and received by my friend. He's extremely excited about his Intel core i7-10700 and AMD RX 5700 XT build. Thank you once again for quickly reviewing and responding to my posting.