[SOLVED] Budget PC help

[stiglz]

Hey everyone,

First time building a PC and was looking to start off with somewhat of a budget PC.

1.I was just wondering if their were any slight upgrades that are worth implementing or even downgrading some aspects if it isn't worth it.
2. Do you guys think I would be able to use a 144hz monitor with this build playing games such as CS:GO?
3. Is there anything else that I need for this build such as a network adapter?

Thank you for any help!

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/3LtFnH

CPU: Intel - Core i7-8700 3.2 GHz 6-Core Processor ($304.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - Z370M DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($100.60 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill - Value 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial - BX500 480 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1060 3GB 3 GB SC GAMING Video Card ($184.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Deepcool - TESSERACT SW ATX Mid Tower Case ($48.94 @ B&H)
Power Supply: EVGA - BR 450 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $769.49

 

[Barty1884]

1. There's always changes that could be made.
At a glance, you're pairing a locked CPU with a Z board. Unnecessary, and some money could be saved there.
For titles like CS:GO, and i5 is probably more than sufficient
Dual channel memory will be beneficial.
The PSU is not the greatest, but should be fine for that build.
For ~$185 though, an 8GB RX580 is available (and comes with a couple of free games) - I'd recommend this over the cut down 1060.

2. Yes, a 3GB 1060 should be fine for ~144Hz on titles like CS:GO.

3. If you want Wifi, you'll need an adapter, or switch to a board with onboard Wifi.


To give you an idea:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i5-9600K 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor ($259.99 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master - Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - Z390 Phantom Gaming SLI/ac ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($115.00 @ Newegg)
Memory: GeIL - EVO SPEAR 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($47.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial - BX500 480 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor - Radeon RX 580 8 GB Video Card ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cougar - MX340 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair - CX (2017) 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $747.82
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-01-23 17:38 EST-0500

Now, that includes a decent amount of rebates, which mean you'll be paying for them upfront.

Honestly though, for the money, I'd be much more inclined to look towards an AMD build.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor ($164.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - B450M DS3H Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($76.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($92.99 @ Newegg Business)
Storage: Crucial - BX500 480 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PowerColor - Radeon RX 580 8 GB Video Card ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cougar - MX340 ATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair - CX (2017) 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $634.92
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-01-23 17:39 EST-0500

6c/12t, 16GB of 3000MHz DDR4 and a 580 for ~$150 less than your original offering...

 

[LordVile]

How bout this:

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/tPZmhy

 

[Barty1884]

I'd think it's probably a touch overkill for CS:GO etc on 1080p/144Hz LordVille, but a solid build for the money.

For raw horsepower, the 1070 would be a better choice.... Not 100% sure I would trade off from the 16GB RAM if I was playing titles like CS:GO myself though.

 

[LordVile]

Never thought CSGO was a RAM heavy title.

When people say CSGO I always think esports, figures the 1070 would push 144 on all esports titles maxed out

 

[Barty1884]

Sorry, wasn't clear. I didn't mean specifically *for* CS:GO, just that I would land the foundation, including 16GB and be happy with the GPU that's fit for purpose.
Could go either way though.

 

[stiglz]

Wow, thanks for the options guys. Could I technically install two 580s for the price of one 1070?

 

[Barty1884]

You could, although there would be more planning required in the motherboard & PSU specifically.

I know CS:GO used to scale pretty well with CFx or SLI, but I'm sure there are pitfalls too.

Do you exclusively play CS:GO?

 

[stiglz]

Mostly yes, might play some PUBG every now and then.

 

[Barty1884]

There's very, very few instances where SLI or CrossFire makes sense - basically all but the top tier cards where there's no single, stronger option.


**EDIT**
Actually, looks like I must've been thinking about another title altogether - looks like CS:GO does not scale well with SLI or CFX.
http://amdcrossfire.wikia.com/wiki/Crossfire_Game_Compatibility_List

 

[stiglz]

So taking your guys advice I changed the cpu to an i5-9600, but pc part picker gives me and error saying:
"Some Intel Z370 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Coffee Lake Refresh CPUs. Upgrading the BIOS may require a different CPU that is supported by older BIOS revisions."

Not exactly sure what that means, would a different motherboard solve this dilema?

 

[LordVile]

I wouldn’t use a 9th gen with a Z370 board. The Z390 was purpose built for them. HOWEVER. There is no reason for you to get a Z chipset board with a locked chip (One that doesn’t have K in the name). Again I would seriously consider a Ryzen 5 and save yourself the money to invest elsewhere, CSGO will hit well over 100FPS on most new~ GPUs and PUBG isn’t as CPU crippled as it once was from my knowledge. Never played it, not over enthralled with BR games.