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noltron

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Hey everyone, so Ive been planning a build for a while and this is what I got so far:
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/noltron/saved/2IzU
I will also most likely just buy the parts from newegg or tiger direct, perhaps some other reputable website
Heres some other info:

Approximate Purchase Date:
I will purchase these parts once Black Friday sales hit the websites.
Budget Range:
$2000 max
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
Will be used for heavy gaming and some video editing
Parts Not Required:
I already have a 32" monitor, keyboard, mouse, mic, etc
Preferred Website(s) for Parts:
newegg, tigerdirect, any reputable site with good service/prices
Country:
USA
Overclocking:
I do want to do some modest overclocking, however I have never overclocked in my life.
Also my mobo can support the RAM speeds of 2400, however I have to overclock to do so.
Monitor Resolution:
currently 1360x768
Additional Comments:
-Absolutely any suggestions will help, I would like to know if you think any part can be outperformed by another for a similar price, or perhaps even for more.
-I may switch graphics to a gtx780
-I don't really know how to evaluate whether or not a motherboard is the right one for the job
-Is it worth it to get a haswell i7? from what I have read, I have heard the one I have selected (i5-4670k) is probably the best bet
-I don't know how I should plan my fans to maximize airflow (I heard that exhaust should be in the back and top, and intake should be in front)
 
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Tradesman1
Nice rig! I'd suggest looking at Asus for the mobo, from what I've seen they seem to have the best handle on the Z87 and Haswell, after about 20 builds, I decided on the Hero and it's still my #1 choice, the Asus Z87-Pro is a close second, the Gryphon is another great one
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Tradesman1

Tradesman1

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Nice rig! I'd suggest looking at Asus for the mobo, from what I've seen they seem to have the best handle on the Z87 and Haswell, after about 20 builds, I decided on the Hero and it's still my #1 choice, the Asus Z87-Pro is a close second, the Gryphon is another great one
 
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babernet_1

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($309.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($154.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($130.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung EVO 1TB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($579.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card ($484.70 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper ATX Full Tower Case ($144.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Kingwin Lazer Platinum 650W 80 PLUS Platinum Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - OEM (64-bit) ($98.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $2094.60
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-02 19:29 EDT-0400)

The 4770K is becoming a must now. BattleField 4 is 30% faster with the hyperthreading of the 4770K over that 4670K. In fact the 4670K is just as fast as the FX 8350, can't have that. Of course those 8 virtual cores of the 4770K will help with video editing too.

ASUS Pro. Asus is the best of the motherboards. Best BIOS and quality, just saying.

I recommend a full 16GB of RAM. Will really help with the video editing and is needed as a cache for the Samsung SSD.

Samsung 840 EVO 1TB. A new, radical solution. First of all, when using the RAM as a cache, you get a stunning 1,000MB/s read/write speed, just under twice the speed of any other SSD. Also with the full SSD storage. All your apps will be faster, instant startup of games, faster video editing, everything will be better, and quieter too.

Your requested video card. A bit overkill, but that's what you want in a new build for more lasting usage.

Storm Trooper Case. Cases are very personal, but I like this one. You can add one or two fans on the side to blow right on your graphics card, a real plus.

Talking about fans, you want more intake than exhaust fans. The positive air pressure in the case will cool better, and the case won't collect dust so easy. With this case you can have three or four intakes on the front and side, and two exhausts on the rear and top. That's how to cool a case.

The Kingwin Lazer Platinum is a top quality supply, up there with the favorites Seasonic, XFX, and Cosair, yet is a good price for modular cabling and high efficiency platinum. If you want to go with two graphics cards in the future, you may want to consider a 850W supply.
 
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g-unit1111

g-unit1111

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It's a good build but for $1900 your funds are way mismanaged especially for a gaming rig. You're throwing money away buying the extra thermal compound and the case fans.

This is what I would do:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X60 98.3 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($117.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme6 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($172.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($127.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.95 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($484.70 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($484.70 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 530 Red ATX Full Tower Case ($113.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: NZXT HALE90 V2 850W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($169.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($84.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $2111.27
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-03 01:54 EDT-0400)
 
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AxlFone

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G units build can be done better. I leave the case out.
But if black case is OK then buy this case.
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/phanteks-case-phes813pbl
(Use red paint)

You really do not need so expensive psu. Cheap can be as good.
This is same psu that gunit do have on his build. Made by superflower.
And at same price you may want to buy 1000w psu .
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/rosewill-power-supply-lightning1300
150$ 1000w http://pcpartpicker.com/part/rosewill-power-supply-lightning1000

Really good. Look jonnygurus review of that psu. (1300w)

SSD you can buy cheaper. And mobo. You do not lose anything taking gigabyte X-D3H or UD3H They are really good for OC andreally reliable too. Really good protection on connectors.

Better for your budget and good solid parts.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC12DX_BK 68.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-D3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($139.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Sandisk Ultra Plus 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($149.00 @ Adorama)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($484.70 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($484.70 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Rosewill Lightning 800W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1770.34
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-03 04:08 EST-0500)
 
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noltron

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Hi! Thanks again for your responses!

So I switched to the i5-4670k (again). I think I will stick with this and modestly overclock it.

Also I switched down to 8gb of ram for now.

I do want a larger SSD because right now I have a 128gb SSD, and it KILLS ME how I cant fit nearly anything I want to put on it.

So, do you guys think it is worth it to go with a 2-way SLI? I will dish out the extra cash if its worth it. Even if it means going a bit past my $2000 limit.
I don't know that much about getting 2-way SLIs set up either. Is it straightforward enough to set up, even for a novice like me?

Lastly, in terms of the PSU efficiency, would you suggest getting a 80+ platinum PSU? Is it worth it, vs getting a 80+ gold? Or even a silver for that matter.
What PSUs do you guys use in your systems?

Thanks for everyone's help, though! I really appreciate it =)
 
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