Are my parts compatible

[iamE]

I'm building my first PC and I don't know if the parts I chose are compatible. I know the processor is bottlenecking the GPU. I don't have anymore money to pay for a better one.

http://pcpartpicker.com/list/3grFd6

I'm going to overclock the CPU later. I already have a CPU cooler and thermal paste. Are there any parts that aren't compatible? If there's anything better you can find for cheaper or the same price please tell me.

 

[CTurbo]

I cannot currently recommend the RX480 due to it's power issue. http://www.anandtech.com/show/10465/amd-releases-statement-on-radeon-rx-480-power-consumption

I recommend going with an i3 and a R9 380 or GTX960 for a better balanced and more reliable gaming system.

 

[iamE]

I cannot currently recommend the RX480 due to it's power issue. http://www.anandtech.com/show/10465/amd-releases-statement-on-radeon-rx-480-power-consumption

I recommend going with an i3 and a R9 380 or GTX960 for a better balanced and more reliable gaming system.

That would cost more money which I don't have.

 

[Barty1884]

As CTurbo mentioned, the RX480 has known power-draw issues. That should (hopefully) be fixed soon, but I wouldn't recommend picking one up until that's validated.

You're right with your CPU, that'll hold you back. The dual-core element won't hold up for too, too long. Some games point-blank refuse to run on it today.

A ~$400 build is tough, but you can do better. I'd suggest:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-6100 3.7GHz Dual-Core Processor ($110.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI H110M Pro-VD Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($49.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: Crucial 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($30.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PNY GeForce GTX 960 2GB XLR8 Elite OC Video Card ($148.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Rosewill SRM-01 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply ($33.89 @ Newegg)
Total: $394.72
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-07-03 22:24 EDT-0400

The GPU is not on the same level as the 480, but it's still a pretty good GPU.

The PSU is not the best, but on a $400 budget, it's good enough

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Great build minus the PSU ^

 

[Barty1884]

Great build minus the PSU ^

The PSU is not the best, but on a $400 budget, it's good enough

Totally agree, but a $400 build limits the options.