New PC build, 2k budget

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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2fWrM

This is under 2k so has room to add things -- perhaps upgrade my old Asus ASUS VH236H Black 23" 2ms to something bigger and/or with a higher refresh rate? Or get a mouse that's better for claw-grippers like myself?

I already have a 250gb SSD so I didn't add that to the list.

I'm not married to the case.

I will probably overclock in the future but not right off the bat.

Thanks in advance! This is only my second build ever so I'm still very much a noob.

 
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Hah hah, thanks for the kind words...I think? ;)

It's true, nothing seems wrong with this build, I just came in under budget and thought I could throw in a little extra oomph somewhere and was looking for advice.

This will be a gaming machine, in 1080p for the moment but I'd like to eventually raise that resolution. I'd like to spend money now so I can not worry about upgrading in the near future (yes I know that the word "future-proof" isn't a real word but "near-future-proof" is.)

I play MMOs -- I dream of a future that includes 60fps ultra raids (although I think that isn't possible). I'd like to play upcoming next-gen games like Titanfall at a buttery 60fps with all the eye-candy cranked.

Stuff like that.
 
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Since you already have a SSD then the only thing I'd suggest is getting a 650W PSU, to save money. And it'll handle overclocked i5 plus any GPU. Second, get a R9 280x. It's half the price of the 780ti and you can always uprade sell/buy new GPU when the time is needed. Lastly, look for a mobo with some more rich features like a Asus mobo.
 
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That is a really nice setup. If you are looking to push towards the $2k budget you can hold out for this card or bump your CPU to the 4770k since you have access to a microcenter. Delve into watercooling? It is fun to spend someone else's money. Have fun with it bro, looks nice.
 
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Quiet is important. So look for quiet but efficient fans. I'd grab a decent mobo too since it is in your budget.

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/2gAsr
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U9B SE2 37.9 CFM CPU Cooler ($46.99 @ Mwave)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-PLUS ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($147.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($84.99 @ B&H)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Video Card ($329.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Arctic White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($102.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($86.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($17.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro - 64-bit - OEM (64-bit) ($158.78 @ Mwave)
Total: $1441.66
 
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I'm almost finished the build. I got the case, CPU, GPU picked out.

Thinking about this mobo:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157373

But I might go with Envy's suggestion of the Asus instead...not sure yet!

And this PSU:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151132

I have an .edu address but no copy of Windows 7 so I'm confused about getting Windows 8 for the sale price of 60 dollars, since it seems to be just an 'upgrade'. I may just buy the OEM version and save myself the headache.

 
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Cool, got everything picked except still up in the air about the mobo and the PSU. I think I'll go with the seagate...

But now I'm leaning toward this mobo...

The Z87-A

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131981

I will prob be putting a second video card in, in the future, FYI....

Or should I go with a Gigabyte UDH4, which someone suggested is better? This is the hardest part to choose it seems...
 
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Are you planning on gaming on one 60Hz monitor? If so then there is no need for 2 GPUs. A single R9 280x is plenty for messaging out games. Also with one 280x you should get at least 600W. If you want to run two 280x then you need 850W. My point is that if you want one monitor gaming then plan on a one gpu system with 600-700W PSU.
 
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Are you planning to get any fans or water/liquid coolig on it?
 
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