That's a decent build, only problem is the small form factor loses versatility, the m-atx mobo doesn't even allow for a second pcie x16 slot, and if he ever DID go beyond his current use, he may run into expandability/compatibility issues.

going full ATX is cost prohibitive

that's a big IF

CPU and architecture are good, motherboard is cheaped out on a but but sufficient, RAM would be more practical as 2x4gb dual channel. get a seagate barracuda>west digi blue

that last one may be bias

definitely bias

also ATX isn't expensive

looking at raw statistics, WD blues have a lower failure rate

not saying they're better

but it's more expensive than MATX

these are budget boards, meant for budget oriented people

he could spend $30 more on an ATX mob and $25 more on an ATX case, and $15 more on PSU to eliminate upgrade restriction and would keep him right on budget.

seeing that he went for a $700 build, it seems like he's not exactly wanting to spend the whole eight hundo

being on a "budget" doesn't mean being "imprisoned", the actual question goes to the person in need of the PC

So what does HE desire?

I just don't think he's gonna go for SLI

or crossfire

it's not economic in most cases, and it's just a lot of heat and room taken up

that future versatility for small extra cost (no more than $100 more but money well spent if he DOES upgrade), or a one-time build for his current needs that will be disposable when his needs change or it becomes a drag for him?

I get that the freedom to do so is great, that's my argument for the second amendment, all the time.

I know the feeling, I think about that with my board all the time, it's hard to find server boards that support SLI

Don't get me wrong, I don't care for SLI or crossfire, but it really depends on the person.

Especially fi you have autism

and don't want to be pinged

or are a dog

and angerey

and gay

Is he gonna use the PC for more than LoL and CS:GO is the real question

may he evolve to play more demanding games?

Welp, gotta sleep. gnight @Polygon

gnight m8

don't let the k!kes steal your money while you sleep

I'm guessing he's probably gonna use something some day that'll be intensive enough to warrant more than a 1050 Ti

At the current cost of the 1050ti, he might as well get a GTX 760,770,780 or anything at least as good as the 760 used alternatively.

it'd be way cheaper and more practical for his needs.

because of you know, cost.

whats sli or crossfire

sounds dope af

it's where you stripe two of the same card to get the performance of both combined

dayummm

but it isn't 100% efficient, it is AT MOST like 70% efficient