[SOLVED] Mt first build

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So I'm finally able to build my pc and I have decided on these components:

https://www.amazon.com/Intel-i5-8400-Desktop-Processor-Cores/dp/B0759FGJ3Q
https://www.amazon.com/d/Computer-Graphics-Cards/EVGA-GeForce-GAMING-Support-06G-P4-6161-KR/B01IPVSGEC
https://www.amazon.com/MSI-Performance-GAMING-Z370-PLUS/dp/B075GSVHGP
https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Vengeance-3000MHz-Desktop-Memory/dp/B0134EW7G8
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Cache-Desktop-Drive-WD10EZEX/dp/B0088PUEPK
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-250GB-2-5-Inch-Internal-MZ-76E250E/dp/B0793FNNP6
https://www.amazon.com/NZXT-Computer-CA-H500B-W1-White-Black/dp/B07C3SQP9V

Am I good? Should I switch anything? Also, what's a good monitor to go with?
Thx in advance
 
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The i5-8400 is usually a little faster than the Ryzen 5 2600, but that's when comparing with the same GPU. If the cheaper CPU allows you to get a better GPU, then the Ryzen 5 2600 system will be faster.

Now, you could simply pay a little more and get both the i5-8400 (which is a locked CPU that can't be overclocked) and the faster GPU. Either way, I think the RTX 2060 is a good choice for a sub-$1000 gaming system.

mATX (MicroATX) is a smaller motherboard that you don't necessarily need. I included it in the list because it was cheaper trying to offset...
I wouldn't get that GTX 1060 model, it has a very small and dinky radial heatsink that won't keep your GPU very cool. The EVGA GTX 1060 6GB SC has a much better copper/aluminum heatsink. You could also go for an RX 580 8GB if it allows you to get the i5-8600K instead of the i5-8400.

No, no. You should get the Ryzen 5 2600 + RTX 2060. Yep. That would do it.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor ($164.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI - B450M GAMING PLUS Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($84.99 @ B&H)
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($105.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($77.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate - Barracuda 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB XC BLACK GAMING Video Card ($349.99 @ B&H)
Case: NZXT - H500 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($71.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $915.83
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-02-08 20:22 EST-0500
 
Feb 7, 2019
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Thing is, from what I've seen the 5 2600 is only better for multi-tasking, and only when overclocked right? I don't plan on any of these. Also, is a mATX better than a ATX mobo?
 


The i5-8400 is usually a little faster than the Ryzen 5 2600, but that's when comparing with the same GPU. If the cheaper CPU allows you to get a better GPU, then the Ryzen 5 2600 system will be faster.

Now, you could simply pay a little more and get both the i5-8400 (which is a locked CPU that can't be overclocked) and the faster GPU. Either way, I think the RTX 2060 is a good choice for a sub-$1000 gaming system.

mATX (MicroATX) is a smaller motherboard that you don't necessarily need. I included it in the list because it was cheaper trying to offset the higher price of the RTX 2060.
 
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