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Hakumisoso Terror

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In 2 months i am going to buy the parts for my new pc. I have done a lot of research and this is what i have so far:
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CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ Outlet PC)
Motherboard: Asus P8Z77-V LK ATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($104.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($51.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($67.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card ($319.99 @ Newegg)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WDN3800 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 500R Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($116.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Raidmax 700W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($70.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.96 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 Full (64-bit) ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Asus VS239H-P 23.0" Monitor ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire TK Wired Gaming Keyboard ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1377.82
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-04-07 10:45 EDT-0400)
Feedback on my build?
I have a few questions too.
The powersupply i have selected has an LED an. i think it looks better with the fan facing up but i dont think that is good for cooling and performance so i should keep it facing down right?
 
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Sakkura

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If $99.99 qualifies as under $100, I'd recommend a Seasonic M12II 750W or an XFX Pro Edition 750W.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151107&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207029&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

Otherwise, a Corsair CX750M should do in a pinch. The other two are higher quality though.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139051&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
 
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hizodge

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I'd personally switch the PSU to a reliable brand I can recommend like Corsair, Antec, Silverstone, rather than something that markets its products by having LED fans on them.

For example: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817256085
It's fully modular, 80+ Gold certified and has enough to power up your CPU and any single-GPU card you throw in it with plenty of overclocking headroom. All that at a reasonable price.

And no, technically there's no difference which side your PSU is facing as long as you have decent airflow inside your chassis. I'd still recommend having the fan taking in cool, fresh air from the outside through a dust filtered intake if at all possible. Also take note that the pricing/availability situation can change a lot in 2 months. Not to mention new stuff that may come out. Although I can understand your anticipation very well.
 
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Hakumisoso Terror

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Im gonna add a question to this thread:
Can i max out games like crysis 3 at 1080p with this build? Based on customer reviews i will change my video card to this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125414&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=
 
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