planning to buy this build. is it good ?

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this is a gaming pc:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($27.88 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PLUS ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LP 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($81.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($108.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($91.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($399.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G-750 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($128.46 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($19.43 @ Amazon)

is it good or do you have any changes ?
if you have any changes i'm good to drop $100-$150 more
 
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It will go well with the motherboard and it is more stable and consistent as lithuan1an said but it's not much faster than the i7 3770 (only about 7-11%). Compared with the i5 4670K it is alot faster so you can go for it.(But as you mentioned you are buying thiis build for a gaming PC it's best you consider an even better graphic card(Not that the GTX 770 is'nt really awesome!!)

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Hey. Overall very good, but you can save some extra money. PSU is too powerfull, better pick 600 or 650W
Motherboard is too expensive too, it doesn't give any advantages over cheap ones. Just quality ( i don't see it lol ). So save your money and pick cheaper.
Everything else - nice
 

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I think it would be better if you get an older CPU like i5-3570K(If you're big about overclocking) or an i7-3770. The new ones aren't much faster, they only have much better integrated graphics (In this case you're getting a separate graphic card). So therefore the integrated graphics would be of no use to you. This will certainly save you money and have a minimal effect on performance. If you're willing to spend more then you might wanna get a GTX 780.
 
Have a case to put it in ?

http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&page=1&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Acorsair%20500r

If doing more than moderate OC, id get the Phantels cooler
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Phanteks&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3APhanteks

The Asus is a good Board, but I gotta give this one the edge
http://www.amazon.com/MSI-Computer-Corp-Z87-GD65-GAMING/dp/B00D12OBYK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377437974&sr=8-1&keywords=MSI+z87+gd65

http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/msi_z87_gd65_gaming/12.htm

MSI has been using components that meet or exceed MIL-STD-810G for some time as part of its Military Class build philosophy. Parts such as Super Ferrite Chokes that run at up to 35 degree Celsius lower temperatures, have a 30% higher current handling capacity, and a 20% improvement in power efficiency; Tantalum filled Hi-C Caps that are are up to 93% efficient; and "Dark Capacitors" that feature Lower ESR and a ten-year lifespan all tied into a PCB with improved temperature and humidity protections as part of the "Military Essentials" package......In the end MSI's Z87-GD65 is a board that comes with an expansive feature set that includes all your basics and the extras that set them apart such as the V-Check points, upper end audio, Dual BIOS ROMs, KIller Network package, Military Class IV package, and a three-year warranty. Couple that with good looks that carry the dragon theme through the board, and you have a winning combination at $189.

http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/cpu_mainboard/msi_z87_gd65_gaming_review/15

Now and again a motherboard appears that is so obviously brilliant, and so affordable, that we wonder if anything will be able to top it. For a while that crown was held by the ASUS Sabertooth, both in X58 and then P67 variants. Then MSI stole the crown with the Z77 MPower. Looking at the Z87 GD65 Gaming we think it's going to take something extraordinary to top it, such is the perfect storm of price, performance, features and looks.

The switch to Military Class 4 has given us an extremely ready overclocker too. You're always thermally limited when overclocking and the i7-4770K is one of the most demanding around. Considering the amount of cooling we're using we think that although the GD65 is capable of bringing 5GHz from our i7-4770K you'd need a proper water loop to make the most of it.

Performance is outstanding. The stock results were a particular highlight. We know a lot of people still just like to put their CPU in and go, without overclocking it first. Despite how easy it is these days we know that the fear factor still exists. So you'll be glad to know that the MSI Z87 GD65 Gaming really rocks hard even at stock settings. Naturally the overclocking is blistering too, with some OC3D records broken.

MSI have laid the gauntlet down to all the other manufacturers. Gorgeous to look at, blistering performance and all at a very affordable price, the MSI Z87 GD65 Gaming is not only the new benchmark for Z87 motherboards, but probably for all motherboards.

Id do the MSI GFX too ..... if nothing else (same speed as the Gigabyte) it has a better color scheme for the rest of the components

750 watt PSU is too big for one card and too small for SLI

Id stick with the 4670k ..... the IB CPUS overclock higher (6-7%) but they start out over 10% faster and IB is at end of life.....many IB MoBos are already no longer available.

http://benchmarkreviews.com/252/msi-z87-mpower-max-motherboard-review/12/

I don’t think there’s any compelling reason to move from an Ivy Bridge or even a Sandy Bridge based system to a Haswell system– there simply isn’t enough performance and feature differential to justify it. On the other hand, if you’re building a new rig from scratch, there’s little point in investing in end-of-life platforms, so going Haswell/Z87 makes sense.
 

AMKANMBA

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Oh yes, and lithuan1an is absolutely right. But not about the PSU. If you're willing to use your PSU for 2 years or more you should get one that supplies power that is more than required (The capacitors in it will start aging). And i don't think it is wise to get a gold rated PSU as the initial cost will out-run the saving you'll be making in a couple of years. :)
 

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It's your choice, i would recommend an i7 3770 with an asrock b75 pro3. That would be cheaper and a lot faster. As i said you don't need to worry about the integrated graphics as you are buying a separate graphic card.
 

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It's gaming PC, so i7 here is totally useless. If you want ivy bridge go with i5-3570k, but overall better pick haswell if your budget can. It's faster, more stabilize (that is how they say) and more power efficient.
And PSU loses its wattage over age? Haven't heard it yet lol. My brother's 5 years PSU still running great even if it is minimum requirement...
 

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how about an i7 4770 ? does it go well with this motherboard ? Motherboard ATX DDR3 1333 LGA 1150 Motherboards Z87-GD65
the price differences in the cpu is only $70 and someone said it's a lot better.
 

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PSUs do lose some of their wattage because their electrolytic capacitors start aging after a year.( It's not that big an issue as it is something like 5 watts a year and good ones barely lose a watt)
 

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It will go well with the motherboard and it is more stable and consistent as lithuan1an said but it's not much faster than the i7 3770 (only about 7-11%). Compared with the i5 4670K it is alot faster so you can go for it.(But as you mentioned you are buying thiis build for a gaming PC it's best you consider an even better graphic card(Not that the GTX 770 is'nt really awesome!!)
 
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