Is a price reduction possible?

Zoejin

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Dec 1, 2016
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Hello
I want to build a new Set-up and Picked out the Components I would like. My question is now if it is possible to optimize my selection. I really would like to keep the performance on the same level as it is now. Don't worry about the lack of an operating system or a keyboard, I got that already.

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

CPU: *Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($149.99 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($115.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($87.11 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($118.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB WINDFORCE OC 6G Video Card ($249.99 @ Jet)
Case: Raidmax Vortex ATX Mid Tower Case ($38.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($77.33 @ OutletPC)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I PCI-Express x1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.99 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" 1920x1080 Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($43.44 @ Amazon)
Headphones: Logitech G230 Headset ($31.99 @ Best Buy)
Speakers: Logitech S120 2.3W 2ch Speakers ($11.98 @ NCIX US)

Total: $1311.43
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 11:21 EST-0500

Thank you in advance for your answers <3
 
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Heres my version, dropped the Z170 motherboard and the 212 evo, you don't need either. As well the 650 GQ is not EVGA's best, replaced with a 550 G2, more than enough power, cheaper, and WAY better quality. Saves you about 100 bucks, still keeps you with high end stuff.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: *Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($91.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($115.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($87.11 @ Amazon)
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Barty1884

Retired Moderator
1. With a locked CPU (6500), a Z170 is not necessary
2. Neither is the 212 Evo - the stock cooler is fine
3. A budget SSD would likely not be too noticeable vs an 850 evo in "real world" performance (something like an A-DATA SP550)
4. A DVD drive is rarely necessary in 2016
5. a WD black is overkill for mass-storage, a 3TB drive (WD Blue) is available for less
6. A cheaper case won't impact performance

Haven't touched your peripherals or monitor, as those are 100% personal preference; but this will give you the same performance for ~$200 or so less

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: *Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H170A-X1/3.1 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($79.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($115.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: ADATA Premier SP550 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($64.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Blue 3TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($87.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB WINDFORCE OC 6G Video Card ($249.99 @ Jet)
Case: Rosewill TYRFING ATX Mid Tower Case ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair RM 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I REV 4.2 PCI-Express x1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" 1920x1080 Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($43.44 @ Amazon)
Headphones: Logitech G230 Headset ($31.99 @ Best Buy)
Speakers: Logitech S120 2.3W 2ch Speakers ($11.98 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1108.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 10:59 EST-0500

 

Rogue Leader

It's a trap!
Moderator
Heres my version, dropped the Z170 motherboard and the 212 evo, you don't need either. As well the 650 GQ is not EVGA's best, replaced with a 550 G2, more than enough power, cheaper, and WAY better quality. Saves you about 100 bucks, still keeps you with high end stuff.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: *Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($191.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus B150 PRO GAMING/AURA ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($91.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($115.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($87.11 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($118.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB WINDFORCE OC 6G Video Card ($249.99 @ Jet)
Case: Raidmax Vortex ATX Mid Tower Case ($38.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA G2 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($75.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.88 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I PCI-Express x1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.99 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Monitor: Asus VS247H-P 23.6" 1920x1080 Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($43.44 @ Amazon)
Headphones: Logitech G230 Headset ($31.99 @ Best Buy)
Speakers: Logitech S120 2.3W 2ch Speakers ($11.98 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1227.20
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-01 11:15 EST-0500


Also you did not include Windows 10 in here, if you do it will bring you back to your original price, but you do need it.
 
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