New ITX build

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Hey guys. I don't mean to post a second thread on this but, I figured since no one is checking my other thread out, I figured this would be the next best place to post it. I just want some opinions on this build before I start buying parts, especially since I've never done this before. I'd really appreciate the feedback. Thanks :)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($159.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: *Gigabyte GA-H97N-WIFI Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard ($91.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra II 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card ($289.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 130 Mini ITX Tower Case ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Cooler Master VSM 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($11.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Dell U2515H 60Hz 25.0" Monitor ($379.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Logitech Wireless Combo MK270 Wireless Standard Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($15.89 @ Amazon)
Total: $1174.80
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
*Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-28 18:49 EST-0500

This is mostly an all purpose rig with light-medium gaming and the typical movie watching/streaming videos.
 
I would spend just a few more bucks and get into a socket 1151 "Skylake" processor and compatible Z170 motherboard (I used an Asrock Z170 gaming ITX). Would also add a spinning HD of around 2gb for storage.
Also note that if you buy the Dell from amazon, don't forget to transfer ownership to you to get the advertised warranty.
 
How does this look? I'll be honest and state that I've lost touch with the tech world for roughly 9 years now so excuse my ignorance but, I noticed the CPU I originally posted says its 3.2ghz while this one says its 2.7ghz. I'm sure that's insignificant but, I was just curious as to what that meant.

Also, I already have an external drive. Thanks for the recommendations guys. This new change is just slightly more expensive than my original list which is a relief because I was hoping it wouldn't go up too much :p

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6400 2.7GHz Quad-Core Processor ($174.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Gaming-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2800 Memory ($46.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra II 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 390 8GB Nitro Video Card ($289.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 130 Mini ITX Tower Case ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Cooler Master VSM 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($11.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Dell U2515H 60Hz 25.0" Monitor ($379.99 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Logitech Wireless Combo MK270 Wireless Standard Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($15.89 @ Amazon)
Total: $1224.80
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-29 17:33 EST-0500
 
A 250d case is a bit bigger and more expensive but has easily removeable filters everywhere and room for full size components.

I think I've used your case. One thing I'd do is actually reverse the normal flow - I'd vent out through the front. If you want that case and have the front fan on suck instead of blow you'll get dust buildup on the front grate. Drives me nuts.

This is a travel build I just did with economicalish components: http://hardforum.com/showpost.php?p=1041950561&postcount=603
There's tons of systems in the SFF owners thread. I liked the Sugo 13. A bit cheap and flimsy but you get what you pay for. :). No ODD on that case which I never use anymore anyways.
 
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That looks like a pretty solid case there. I'm going to stick with the 130 case for now as I have the option of putting in my optical drive (which I use frequently, at least for now anyways) plus it's cheaper. I'll definitely take the dust issue into consideration if that ever becomes a problem for me. Although I'm spending more than I'd like, I'm pretty excited because this is my first build in like 8 years plus the fact that it's ssf which is pretty cool. I just have to wait for newegg to get back to normal =\
 
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