I'm getting ready to build my first PC and want to make sure I have everything compatible. I'm particularly worried about issues like the air cooler blocking the RAM. Here's my parts list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/QmqY6Q. Any advice or thumbs up from you all would be great!
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Congrats on your first build! It looks great to me, and you've picked some solid components. You're going to enjoy this process!
Overall, your build looks fine! The one major change I'd suggest is swapping out the SSD; the P310 isn’t the best for the price. Consider getting a Crucial T500 or Lexar NM790, which are better quality options. Also, you might want to look for a motherboard with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth since your current choice doesn't have it.
You shouldn’t run into any physical conflicts with your parts. Just a tip, if you happen to live near Micro Center, you could snag some better deals on your components.
Just a heads up, the Crucial P310 is QLC, so you might want to think about going for a TLC SSD instead. There are some good 1TB TLC options that would perform better, but it's not a huge deal if you're okay with the P310.
Everything seems compatible. Just double-check that your cooler won't obstruct the RAM; it shouldn't be a problem, but it's good to confirm before you install everything!
Thanks for the encouragement!