Advice on Core i5-6500, RX 480 Build. Some questions as well.

[Mchalo]

Hi I'm looking for some advice on how I should proceed with a PC build.

What the PC would be used for:

Low to Mid end gaming - I don't think ill want to play FPS or RPG high end games on this pc however after I get a taste of the PC master race I might change my mind and want to play them at mid settings. The kind of games I know I will want to play are Prison Architect, Sim City, Planet Coaster, Roller Coaster Tycoon, mostly simulation and strategy games.

4K Video - I do want to be able to watch 4K movies on my monitor.

Everyday computing - Microsoft office suite, internet surfing, etc.


What I've already chosen for my build

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/hrgnLD

I'm firm on the CPU and GPU. I could be convinced of a different MoBo. The other components that I've chosen such as the Ram I could be easily convinced to go a different way. I am looking for advice on what else I should include with this build.

A Few Questions

1. Should I use PCIe or Sata SSD? And what is M.2?
2. I do not plan on overclocking, do I need an aftermarket CPU cooler or can I use the stock CPU cooler?
3. Which PSU? I want a quality PSU that won't fry my PC with at least an 80+ Gold rating and I am unsure on what wattage I need.


I would like for this build to be less than $900 not including the 4K monitor which I will purchase much later

I understand that I'm asking a lot of questions I don't expect any one person to have all my answers, where you are able to help I would appreciate it.

Thanks

 

[envy14tpe]

1. Get the 2.5" SSD. M.2 is priced high and doesn't benefit users like you. It's more for professional level editing work.
2. It's nice to have an aftermarket cooler as the intel stock cooler is noisy and so so cooling. You could get the Cooler Master TX3. Set it to low rpm and you'll have a quiet cool CPU, that doesn't cost much.
3. This one is top quality and has plenty of power for your system.
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.49 @ SuperBiiz)

Some advice.
1. Get 2x8gb. It is cheaper than what you listed, but faster, and it is better to have 2 sticks to take full advantage of dual channel, plus you won't have compatibility issues.
2. Consider a SSD. Makes your whole system snapier. If you can afford it, get the 250gb size:
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.89 @ OutletPC)
If not in budget, then
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($44.88 @ OutletPC)
3. Based on the games you play, you could just get a 470. It'll save you $30 and you'll play your games just as good as a 480. Your style of games does not require so much GPU power.

 

[RealGamingwithJohn]

DONT GO WITH KINGSTON! even tho they are the 3rd best ssd. Get a samsung 850 evo or a intel ssd.
Also get a EVGA Supernova gs 550W. Its better than a g2. I have one myself.even tho kingston is cheap its not better than samsung or intel. So go with a intel or samsung ssd.

 

[CTurbo]

That motherboard is way overpriced. No need to buy a cpu cooler. Don't get two 2x4Gb RAM kits.

 

[CTurbo]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($198.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H170A-X1/3.1 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($38.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($89.39 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB ARMOR OC Video Card ($279.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: DIYPC Solo-T1-R ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.97 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($62.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $831.79
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-08-12 00:43 EDT-0400

 

[Mchalo]

1. Get the 2.5" SSD. M.2 is priced high and doesn't benefit users like you. It's more for professional level editing work.
2. It's nice to have an aftermarket cooler as the intel stock cooler is noisy and so so cooling. You could get the Cooler Master TX3. Set it to low rpm and you'll have a quiet cool CPU, that doesn't cost much.
3. This one is top quality and has plenty of power for your system.
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.49 @ SuperBiiz)

Some advice.
1. Get 2x8gb. It is cheaper than what you listed, but faster, and it is better to have 2 sticks to take full advantage of dual channel, plus you won't have compatibility issues.
2. Consider a SSD. Makes your whole system snapier. If you can afford it, get the 250gb size:
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.89 @ OutletPC)
If not in budget, then
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($44.88 @ OutletPC)
3. Based on the games you play, you could just get a 470. It'll save you $30 and you'll play your games just as good as a 480. Your style of games does not require so much GPU power.

2.5 SSD it is thanks

Is it better to get 2x8gb than 4x4gb?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($198.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H170A-X1/3.1 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($38.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($89.39 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB ARMOR OC Video Card ($279.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: DIYPC Solo-T1-R ATX Mid Tower Case ($33.97 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($62.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $831.79
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-08-12 00:43 EDT-0400

That MoBO seems just as good as the one I originally picked and its cheaper!

Can someone tell me the major difference between the two
Ive compared the two mobos here http://www.newegg.com/Product/Productcompare.aspx?CompareItemList=%2D1%7C13%2D157%2D683%5E13%2D157%2D683%2C13%2D128%2D869%5E13%2D128%2D869
I originally choose the gigabyte model because it was highly reviewed on this site
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/best-motherboards,3984.html
And because of the audio codec being really high

But now I'm not sure its worth the extra money

 

[envy14tpe]

Yes, 2x8gb RAM is best as your mobo is set to dual channel for RAM. High end mobos can run quad channel and that is why some people buy 4x4gb RAM. But for you, 2x8gb is best.

As for mobo, I'd look at something under $90. And ASRock makes good budget boards. Mine has run flawless for 4+ years. Here is a good choice:
Motherboard: ASRock Z170 Pro4S ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($82.98 @ Newegg)