Deciding on Computer components. Have CPU, GPU and Mobo almost selected.

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Jacob_G

Jacob_G

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I am a first time pc builder. I intend on using the system for solidworks, gaming, and general computing (excel, internet etc.) I have no experience with overclocking, however i want to leave that option open in case i decide to learn later.

As of right now i have selected the following components:

motherboard:
ASUS P8Z77-V LK LGA 1155 Intel Z77 Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131837
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ASUS P8Z77-V LE LGA 1155 Intel Z77 Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131823

processor:
Intel Core i7-3770K Quad-Core Processor 3.5 GHz 8 MB Cache LGA 1155
http://www.amazon.com/Intel-i7-3770K-Quad-Core-Processor-Cache/dp/B007SZ0EOW/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1364108519&sr=1-1&keywords=intel+i7-3770k

graphics:
XFX Double D FX797GTDFC Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150632
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GIGABYTE GV-R797TO-3GD Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125439

I am having trouble deciding if these components adequately fulfill my needs, or if they are overkill. Additionally i am trying to balance my system so that i don't overbuild in one way, and throttle the system in another.

In addition i am unsure of where to start looking for the remaining components.

HD:I was thinking of getting a small SSD (~128 G) and using my 1T external for additional storage.

Memory:Should i be getting 8 G ram, or more? Should it be 1333 or 1600? And finally should I get 8 G, should it be in 1 stick or 2? If i get 16 should it be in 2 sticks or 4?

Power supply: I was thinking modular to avoid cable clutter, but have no idea after that.

If you have a better name for my thread, please feel free to rename it. Thank you ahead of time for any insight you can offer, i very much appreciate it.
 
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pete123edgar

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For ram you should go with 2x4gb @ 1600, depending how much you are multitasking, 16gb of ram aren't going to be utilized. Much of your build are good though, go with the V-LK since its cheaper.

Unless you are looking for some crazy fps or your monitor supports more than 60Hz, just go with a 7950, though if the 7970 cost a little more, you can go along with that too.

I like to go with modular so I'll have better cable management. Last thing, unless you are like a professional solidworks or need some crazy processing, a 3570k will do.
 
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pcperson7

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The brand does matter, I really suggest you go with corsair RAM it's the best you cant get, get the vengeance or dominator. Also, as pete said if you are doing video editing or photoshop get the i7, otherwise the i5 is all you need(since the i7 has hyper-threading).

Hope it helped :)
 
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