PC build for video editing

A friend needs a build for:
Primarily video editing and some graphic design software.
The budget is roughly $1000.
I put this list together; let me know if any corrections are needed or if anything doesn't align.

AMD FX-6100 processor with Gigabyte motherboard $233
Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3P $187
Kingston DDR3 1600MHz $190
Seagate ST1000DM003 1TB 64MB 7200 SATA $158
Gigabyte Radeon R7 240 OC, 2GB $187
Hyper 600w power supply $162
Spire Kepler Rev.2 cooler 1156/775/FM1 $37
LG optical drive and NaviaTec PC case $33
NaviaTec Mid Tower ATX PC Case $30

The total comes to $1217
.
Does anyone see where we could cut costs?

Thanks

I was just looking at the numbers, and the AMD FX 6300 is barely $33 more expensive,
though generally speaking, the prices I'm seeing are from the local Best Buy

Definitely prioritize the power supply. You could go with a 400W Fortron Hex, which will be plenty. You can also ditch the optical drive; it’s pretty much useless nowadays. Just install the OS via USB, and you probably won't ever need to pop a CD or DVD into the computer again.

EDIT: Here is how the build from the shop looks:

1 x Gigabyte 970A-DS3P, AM3+, AMD 970 SB950, 4x DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866
1 x AMD FX 6300 processor, 3.5GHz, 14MB, 95W, AM3+, FD6300WMHK
1 x DDR3 8GB (1x8GB) Crucial, 1600MHz CL11
1 x Toshiba 1TB, 7200rpm, SATA 6 Gb/s, 32MB, DT01ACA100
1 x Spire Kepler Rev.2 cooler, 1156/775/FM1, 96.5×51×125 mm, 92mm
1 x Fortron Hex 400W power supply, 12cm fan, Active PFC
1 x MS Phoenix case without PSU, Midi tower MBO: ATX, mATX
1 x MSI R7 250X 1GD5, 1GB GDDR5 128GB, DVI + HDMI + Display Port

$1214

Stronger graphics card, stronger processor, better case.🙂

And everything else—is this build compatible? Does the processor, motherboard, and RAM all work together?

I laid out my entire build in my last post, so I doubt you'll find a better combo. You're looking at 8 GB of RAM, an AMD FX 6300, and a 250X. It's a step up from the FX 6100, and that GPU is noticeably stronger than the 240—which was still stuck using DDR3 memory anyway.

So, what kind of graphic design software are you actually using, and what's your go-to stuff to create in them?

It’s not my area of expertise, so I can't say for sure, but I’d wager it’s just CAD and other similar nonsense.

In that case, you’re probably better off grabbing a beefier Intel Core i5 with integrated graphics—especially if you're mostly grinding through 2D work with just some light 3D stuff thrown in. Honestly, a dedicated GPU isn't even the priority for video editing right away since it's so easy to just pop one in later... though if you do, try to stick with Nvidia because of CUDA support—maybe something like a GTX 740 or a GTX 750.

Also, definitely make sure you go with a fast HDD, because a Toshiba drive is noticeably slower than a Seagate Barracuda—you really can't trust those Toshibas unless you're looking at 2TB capacities or higher.

Here's an example:

Intel Core i5 4460
MSI H81M P33
KINGSTON 8GB 1866 MHZ
SEAGATE 3,5 1TB SATA 3 BARRACUDA
FORTRON HEXA 400W 80+ ACTIVE PFC power supply
MS PHOENIX MIDI ATX

= $1087 including assembly and shipping.

If you're doing video editing, an SSD is basically non-negotiable... you could just burn everything to a DVD once you're finished... honestly, I'd even skip the graphics card if it meant getting an SSD inside

So, I'll leave this old desktop with an HDD and just pick up some kind of SSD.
I don't really follow this stuff, so I'm not particularly well-versed in SSD performance.
Is 128GB sufficient? My plan is to run Windows and my basic programs from there, while moving all the heavy video files over to the HDD. Am I thinking about this correctly?

Look, if you've got the chance to upgrade to an SSD, it's a total no-brainer—I didn't mention adding one earlier just because you were asking where else we could squeeze out some extra performance.

You're spot on, and honestly, right now the Intel 520 is a solid pick.

Kingston 120GB SSD, specifically the SSDNow V300 SATA 3 SV300S37A/120G $150, is this a decent choice?
I completely fried my graphics card, threw in a DVD-ROM, and now I'm getting $1167.
What should be installed on an SSD, and is 120GB actually sufficient?

graniteharbor85 already told you, the Intel 520 is a better pick than that V300.

Gregory Hayes87 said:Is this $150 actually any good?
I pulled my GPU out entirely, threw in a DVD-ROM instead, and now I'm getting $1167.
What should I put on an SSD, and is 120GB enough space?

Nah, skip that SSD. Grab an Intel one instead—they’re faster, better quality, and come with a 5-year warranty. As for the size, 120GB is plenty. Windows will take up maybe 60GB, leaving you plenty of room for everything else.

Don't bother with those new V300 drives—they're practically the slowest SSDs on the market. If you're looking to cut costs as much as possible, at least go with a Patriot Blaze instead.

Thanks everyone, that’s all there is to it, I'm done