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It should be fine, but the BIOS might need an update for the FX-6300. I wouldn’t feel confident with any AM3+ board using a 970 chipset when running the FX-6300, even without overclocking. Based on what I’ve learned, the VRM configuration on cheaper boards isn’t reliable. Still, it depends on the individual. Some users have successfully run the 6300 on these boards without issues.
I’m not sure how to express this clearly. You could be fine or you might run into issues. The board you chose is from an older design and chipset. It only supports 1333MHz RAM (you selected 1600MHz), which already highlights its age and limitations. I’d strongly suggest picking something like the one at http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asrock-moth...970pro3r20 for around $60. This model offers four RAM slots instead of two, supports higher RAM speeds (including 1600, now standard), a newer build with better quality parts and a more stable VRM layout—important for these high-end CPUs. It costs a bit more and needs a larger case (N300 instead of N200), but it’s worth it for newer components that work out of the box, make upgrades easier, and last longer. You can skip the optical drive if you don’t need it, saving about $20 and keeping your budget intact.
You're leaning toward an AMD configuration? If not, explore this setup: PCPartPicker part list with cost details by merchant for a CPU like Intel Core i3-4150 3.5GHz Dual-Core ($118.48 at SuperBiiz), a motherboard such as the ASRock B85M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1150 ($69.99 at Newegg), 8GB DDR3-1600 memory from Avexir, a 120GB PNY XLR8 SSD ($59.00 at Amazon), a 1TB Seagate Barracuda drive ($54.99 at Newegg), and a 2GB '14Series Radeon R9 270 video card ($149.99 at NCIX US). Store space includes a 3.5" 7200RPM SSD from Seagate ($59.00 at Amazon) and a Cooler Master N200 case ($44.98 at Newegg). The power supply is Corsair Builder 430W (80+ Bronze) ($34.99 at Micro Center), the monitor is an Acer G236HLBbd 60Hz model ($109.99 at Newegg), and the wireless adapter is a Rosewill RNX-N150PCx Wi-Fi card ($10.99 at Newegg). Keyboard: Corsair Raptor K30 ($49.99 at Micro Center), mouse: Corsair Raptor M40 ($27.99 at NCIX US). Overall cost comes to $720.38, covering shipping, taxes, and available discounts. This arrangement skips the extra case fan, keeping your SSD and using the microATX N200 form factor.