Need help figuring out if this build is good

[ShanGaming]

Hi,

I was wondering if this pc build is good.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/RdtN9W

I'm trying to keep it under $650 and I want to play games but I'm not a hardcore gamer. Like I'll play GTA V, CSGO, Watch Dogs 2 and games like that. I will also use Autodesk programs and stuff like that. I really don't want to change the motherboard and the case because they look good together. If there is anything I should change, please tell me.

And if there are alternatives for the motherboard and the case please tell me.

Thanks.

 

[lakimens]

I'm not an expert on cases, but I know that one's pretty good. Right now, I can only think of the Phanteks Enthoo as a competitor, I don't know much about cases.

 

[ShanGaming]

Oh well I ordeeed the parts

 

[lakimens]

It's like the most popular choice in that price range, so no worries.

 

[ShanGaming]

Yeah I'm just worrried about the psu

 

[lakimens]

Why are you worried about the PSU? JonnyGuru rated it 9+.
I'll give you some other options in close price range:
Seasonic G550
EVGA GQ 650W
EVGA G2 550W
EVGA G3 550W

 

[ShanGaming]

Yeah but I already ordered it now. I think I ordered the wrong one.

 

[lakimens]

Well, even the one in your fist build, the Supernova NEX is that bad, 8.5 on jonnyguru.

 

[ShanGaming]

No it's not EVGA it's Seasonic but it's a different version and the same wattage

 

[lakimens]

If it's Seasonic, don't worry, all of their models are good.

 

[ShanGaming]

Oh okay good. I might have to build my pc on carpet so any tips

 

[lakimens]

I built mine on the carpet and nothing happened, but it's not recommended.
It's a safety precaution just like wearing an anti-static strap.
If a screw falls under the motherboard, don't leave it there, it could electrocute the motherboard. The screw connects with the case, case is electrified(static electricity), transfers it to the motherboard.
Don't forget to screw in the GPU, just leaving it in the slot could overtime destroy the slot, because of the GPU pulling it downwards.
Don't forget the I/O shield, put it before the motherboard, so you don't have to do it all over again.
The fan of the CPU's cooler should only be connected to CPU_FAN, all the other ports can be used for case fans.

 

[ShanGaming]

What if you don't have a anti static strap

 

[lakimens]

You buy one or risk it like I did.

 

[ShanGaming]

Ok and my case doesn't have a optical drive space and if I have to update the drivers how would I do that

 

[lakimens]

You would open Google Chrome and search for the drivers on the manufacturer's website.

 

[ShanGaming]

Oh okay thanks for your help man. My parts are coming in tomorrow and I can't wait till I build my pc. One quick question: I'm building a pc without a graphics card right now just to be safe in case I mess something up. I'm probably gonna build my pc in the kitchen or my uncles house but if turns out good and I bring my pc to my house (carpet), and I decide to install a gpu, can I install a gpu on carpet? Like while standing on carpet because I have a glass desk?

 

[lakimens]

It's the same, anything you touch can get electrocuted(static electricity). Can't you put it on your desk?

 

[ShanGaming]

The pc? Yeah I was going to put it on my desk at first but I would be standing on carpet tho

 

[lakimens]

I'm not sure if that would be a risk.

 

[ShanGaming]

Alright man I built my pc and it's working rn. I'm just scared on how I installed the motherboard in my case. It feels weird

 

[lakimens]

Well, since it's working it's probably just paranoia, maybe check again and good luck.

 

[ShanGaming]

Thanks for your help

 

[lakimens]

You're welcome.