PC Build ~1500 USD (or ~10000 SEK), need some input on this build!

bellybutton

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Hey.

I'm in the process of building a new computer for myself.

Approximate Purchase Date: As soon as possible.
Budget Range: ~1500 USD, I will be purchasing the parts using SEK and the prices in the two currencies may vary so don't see this as a rock hard ceiling.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, Software Development, Virtualization, CAD, Video Encoding.
Parts to Upgrade: Case, CPU, GPU, RAM, Motherboard, PSU, (Cooling?), SSD drive, .
Do you need to buy OS: No.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: No preferred website(s), but I might purchase the parts from www.inet.se.
Location: Stockholm, Sweden.
Overclocking: Maybe.
SLI or Crossfire: I do not intend to use this.
Why Are You Upgrading: My old computer is old, old, old and slow.
Software (examples): VMWare, SolidWorks, Battlefield 4, BioShock Infinite, Kerbal Space Program, Natural Selection 2, Crysis 3.

Additional Comments:
I want to build a future proof computer that I can have for at least 4 years, but preferably longer than that.
It shouldn't sound like a jet engine but it does not need to be absolutely quiet.
I do not care about its looks.

I've chosen parts but as much of my hardware knowledge comes from the research I've done for this build, I'm unsure how the parts will work together (e.g. bottlenecks) or if I'm spending unnecessary money somewhere.

Selected Parts:
ASRock Z77 Extreme4, here (newegg.com).
Intel Core i7 3770K 3.5GHz (Ivy Bridge), here (newegg.com).
MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB, here (newegg.com).
2 * CORSAIR Vengeance 8GB, here (newegg.com).
CORSAIR CX 750W, here (newegg.com).
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO, here (newegg.com).

I'm going to buy a SSD drive as well, either a ~120GB one or a ~250GB one. Preferably the bigger one but I could go for the smaller one and use SSD caching if I need to save money.

I have not selected a case yet.

Questions:
I'm interested in overclocking the CPU (mainly for gaming purposes) which is why I chose a K model, but I'm wondering if there's any point in doing this since the GPU might be limiting the performance anyways?

I've chosen the i7 instead of the i5 because of the hyperthreading. I've read that it's useless in modern games but this computer isn't only going to be used for gaming. And perhaps future games might utilize the extra cores? Any thoughts about this choice?

Any thoughts?


Thank you!
 

tingc222

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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1WnaQ

A few notes:

-i5 vs i7 not much difference, unless you're using CPU-bound software (I'm not familiar with 3D CAD...if it's GPU accelerated then there's no problem with my build)
-The Corsair HX650 is plenty, is better than the TX series, and has considerably underestimated power draw. See its review at hardware Secrets.
-the UP4 board I actually use and is very good for voltage control. Low heat as well due to its new VRM design. Stay away from ASRock boards (I came from your position...ended up returning the ASrock as they suck ass for voltage control).
-saved a few bucks here and there, got you a GTX780. I'd stick with at least 3GB VRAM.
-memory is the newer 1.35V modules. Less heat always better.
-Total does not include a monitor.
 

bellybutton

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Nov 2, 2013
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I was unclear, I do not need a monitor or a CD drive! I edited my post to make this clear.

As for your list, thanks! I'll check it out, do some googling and then get back to you.

If I overclock the i5, is the Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO enough to cool it and can the PSU handle it?