New build for a friend, need some suggestions please

[lehtv]

Apart from the TP-550, Memoryexpress doesn't have very good PSU deals. The best deal I can find is XFX 550W $60 AR, very similar to TP-550 (also a Seasonic). If that's not an option for some reason, Corsair GS600 for $75 is your best bet.

I was having a look and what do you think of the Silverstone Strider Essential 700W? Or the OCZ ModXstream Pro 600W Sli ready? Or the OCZ ZT Series 550W Modular? Or the Antec High Current Gamer 520W Modular?

Silverstone is generally good, but Strider Essentials are only 80 Plus, kind of budget oriented. OCZ ModXStream is an older design, I would only buy OCZ's ZS, ZT and ZX lineups. Antec HCG-520M is a good Seasonic-made unit, the downsides are that it's backed only by 3-year warranty despite the $100 pricetag (on Memoryexpress) - I would not pay more than $70 for it.

 

[johnvosh]

Apart from the TP-550, Memoryexpress doesn't have very good PSU deals. The best deal I can find is XFX 550W $60 AR, very similar to TP-550 (also a Seasonic). If that's not an option for some reason, Corsair GS600 for $75 is your best bet.

OK, thanks. Good to know before I get everything put together! Wouldn't want it to die 6 months from now!

 

[mfenn]

I know it's partially personal preference but I believe the Cooler Master CM690 II http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX32711 is a better case for the money. It's not in stock in all locations but 2 out of 3 isn't bad. Otherwise the rest of the build looks decent.

No USB 3.0 ports on that model, so you won't be able to take full advantage of the motherboard that you bought. I'd audible to the Antec Three Hundred Two if you can.

 

[johnvosh]

No USB 3.0 ports on that model, so you won't be able to take full advantage of the motherboard that you bought. I'd audible to the Antec Three Hundred Two if you can.

That's ok. I've got a spare bay adapter here I'm going to be putting into it that has 2 usb 3.0 ports!