Advice on New PC build.

[Treemachine]

So my old PC is bottlenecking and after several forum posts and many conversations I've come to the sad conclusion I need to completely salvage that computer and build something new.

Here is the list of parts I've come up with as an idea for my build so far

https://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/13X3DHIW9VISP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_ws_FORLAbGK2GD33

I'll be using my Old Geforce 1060 6gb with this build, which is why a graphics card isn't on the list.
I'll also be using windows 10 as my OS, so I will have an OS as well.

tips on adjustments, incompatible parts, etc would be greatly appreciated. I'm not the most educated in PC hardware and their compatibilities.

Also, will that PC case fit all the mentioned components, or are there any other issues I may run into with this setup?

 

[feelinfroggy777]

Is this a gaming rig? If so, you really don't need an 8 core / 16 thread CPU. That will only benefit you in workstation task. If this is a gaming rig, Intel has an advantage in gaming and the new 8400 will pair very nicely with your 1060. This build will save you money all the way around and will get equal or better performance.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LkqQ7W
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LkqQ7W/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8400 2.8GHz 6-Core Processor ($178.65 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus - TUF Z370 Plus Gaming ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($114.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($169.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung - 960 EVO 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($110.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Gold 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($75.55 @ Newegg)
Total: $649.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-02-28 09:16 EST-0500

If you like to overclock, then the 8600k may be the chip for you. This is a good build for not much more.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/dfVgsZ
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/dfVgsZ/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8600K 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor ($234.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG - H5 Ultimate 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($46.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI - Z370 GAMING PRO CARBON ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($169.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($169.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung - 960 EVO 250GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive ($110.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Gold 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($75.55 @ Newegg)
Total: $808.19
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-02-28 09:20 EST-0500

 

[Treemachine]

Is this a gaming rig? If so, you really don't need an 8 core / 16 thread CPU. That will only benefit you in workstation task. If this is a gaming rig, Intel has an advantage in gaming and the new 8400 will pair very nicely with your 1060. This build will save you money all the way around and will get equal or better performance.

This is a gaming/video editing rig. I'm currently trying to play a game called Black Desert Online which is incredibly CPU intensive, I also use this for 1080P Gameplay editing/rendering, and graphic design in photoshop.

Would you still recommend changing down to the i5 if that was the case? I apologize for my ignorance but are you saying if I lower my CPU from i7 to i5 it will run better/faster with my current graphics card? Also, would I be able to run that build I already have with the i5?

 

[King_V]

Please note that if you go with a K processor, you'll need a CPU cooler. Didn't see one on your Amazon list.

 

[geofelt]

You have posted a very good list of parts for your intended use.
You can build as is, I see no problems.
My thoughts:

1. I5-8600K has 6 threads and can oc to 4.7 and better depending on your luck in getting a good chip.
Few games need more than 2-3 threads, most depend on a high single thread performance.
as of 12/01'2017
What % of I5-8600k chips can oc
at a agressive vcore of 1.4 or so and delidded
4.9 98%
5.0 84%
5.1 65%
5.2 38%
5.3 13%

2. Love the Seasonic focus line. 750w is more than you need. GTX1060 needs only 450w. 650w will run even a GTX1080ti.

3. I like the case. I also like the extra 200mm fan for front intake. That will give you more than enough cooling for anything you might want to put inside. And, 200mm fans push more air and are quieter.

4. As a result, a simple air cooler will do the job. A Noctua NH-D15s will cool equally well, be simpler to install, be quieter, cost less. It has no ram clearance issues, and the s variants are also offset to clear graphics cards in the first pcie x16 slot.
And--- it will not leak. Other large tower type coolers will do the job too.

5. Love the Samsung 960 pcie device. Consider the 500gb version for not that much more.

6. g.skil ram is fine 3000 speed is about right.

7. No thoughts on the motherboard, any Z370 motherboard should be fine.

 

[feelinfroggy777]

Is this a gaming rig? If so, you really don't need an 8 core / 16 thread CPU. That will only benefit you in workstation task. If this is a gaming rig, Intel has an advantage in gaming and the new 8400 will pair very nicely with your 1060. This build will save you money all the way around and will get equal or better performance.

This is a gaming/video editing rig. I'm currently trying to play a game called Black Desert Online which is incredibly CPU intensive, I also use this for 1080P Gameplay editing/rendering, and graphic design in photoshop.

Would you still recommend changing down to the i5 if that was the case? I apologize for my ignorance but are you saying if I lower my CPU from i7 to i5 it will run better/faster with my current graphics card? Also, would I be able to run that build I already have with the i5?

If you are doing video editing and rendering, I would probably go for the i7 8700k if it is within your budget. The 8700k is the quintessential chip on the market as it is the gaming king and can effectively manager multi threaded applications such as editing and rendering. It is just a 8600k with hyper threading. Those extra threads may not help much for gaming, but for video editing and any streaming, they will be a nice addition.

As for Black Desert Online, either the 8600k or 8700k will run the game better than any other chip available.

 

[geofelt]

If the extra $100 or so for a I7-8700K does not bust your budget, buy the 8700K.
If you do not, you may be second guessing yourself.

OTOH, the real difference is in how many threads you get.
6 for the 8600K and 12 for the 8700k.
Each chip will OC to about the same limits.