First build need help

[chueko25]

So this is my first computer build and I'm wondering if this is a solid build or if theirs areas that I can improve and maybe save money. Also would this psu do the job or am I better of getting a 620 watt one that some websites I saw recommend. https://pcpartpicker.com/user/chueko25/saved/

 

[alexoiu]

I'd select different power supply (not the CX from Corsair) - check https://community.newegg.com/eggxpert/computer_hardware/f/135081/t/45344.aspx
and a kit, not single RAM module (either 2x4 or 2x8 gb).

 

[chueko25]

Why a kit instead of a single Ram stick.

 

[alexoiu]

For taking advantage of dual channel if encoding/editing or similar.

 

[gamerboy91]

I agree with alexoiu, rather go for a kit of RAM. Why do you want the Noctua cooler? You can go for the Cooler Master Hyper 212 for less and it's an awesome cooler. Are you going to overclock your system? if not why not save more money on the build and go for the non-K 4690? It has the Intel Boost incorporated so it boosts itself...

 

[TofuLion]

made some changes for you: dual channel ram, better quality SSD, better gpu, and MUCH better PSU

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($226.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($64.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A/USB 3.1 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($156.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($94.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB SSC ACX 2.0 Video Card ($315.04 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.95 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($86.89 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Asus MX299Q 29.0" Monitor ($399.00 @ Amazon)
Total: $1628.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-20 03:01 EDT-0400

if you can swing a few extra bucks, grab a 290X it will be better at the slightly higher resolution. you will also want to upgrade to a bigger PSU, however, maybe something like 750 Watt EVGA B2

 

[gamerboy91]

CPU

Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor
$218.99 FREE $218.99 Directron
Buy
CPU Cooler

Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler
$28.89 $28.89 OutletPC
Buy
Motherboard

MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard
$134.99 Free two-day shipping with Amazon Prime $134.99 Amazon
Buy
Memory

Kingston Predator 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory
$79.99 Free two-day shipping with Amazon Prime $79.99 Amazon
Buy
Add Additional Memory
Storage

Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
$108.99 $108.99 SuperBiiz
Buy
Add Additional Storage
Video Card

EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card
$339.99 -$15.00 $324.99 NCIX US
Buy
$15.00 mail-in rebate

Add Another Video Card For 2-Way SLI
Case

Corsair 500R White ATX Mid Tower Case
$109.99 -$20.00 FREE $89.99 Newegg
Buy
$20.00 mail-in rebate

Power Supply

EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
$84.99 -$20.00 $64.99 NCIX US
Buy
$20.00 mail-in rebate

Optical Drive

Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer
$17.99 -$5.00 FREE $12.99 Newegg
Buy
+ USD $5 off w/ promo code EMCARKR56, ends 4/20

Add Another Optical Drive
Operating System

Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit)
$87.79 $87.79 OutletPC
Buy
Wireless Network Adapter

Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter
$29.99 $29.99 SuperBiiz
Buy
Monitor

BenQ XL2420Z 144Hz 24.0" Monitor
$319.99 $7.59 $327.58 Newegg
Buy

Base Total: $1562.58
Promo Discounts: -$5.00
Mail-in Rebates: -$55.00
Shipping: $7.59
Total: $1510.17

I also created a new List...Everything listed has a specific purpose. The screen you listed has a higher resolution, but the screen I listed you will see much more of a difference in the picture quality. The 144hz screen's quality is amazing!

 

[TofuLion]

@gamerboy91, if you're going to suggest a locked cpu, there is no need for a Z97 motherboard or aftermarket cpu cooler. also, the screen you suggest does not have a better picture quality. it's a TN panel which means it has worse quality than the IPS, but with faster response times and refresh rates which makes motion seem more clear.

and just so you know, you don't have to copy and paste the whole pcpartpicker list from the web page, just click the "[bb]" at the top of the list and it will give you a bulletin board formatted list. it's easier on the eyes

 

[chueko25]

Thanks guys your answers are helpful.