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I will soon be doing my first PC build (http://pcpartpicker.com/p/35gvo) and need some recommendations for a case, any opinions would be greatly appreciated. Height isn't an issue and while I don't want to spend a lot I can if I need to.
 
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Here is a modified version with the case suggested by both tiny voices and I.

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CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($152.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($143.84 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($57.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($319.99 @ NCIX US)...
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Here is a modified version with the case suggested by both tiny voices and I.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($152.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($143.84 @ NCIX US)
Memory: Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($57.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($319.99 @ NCIX US)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus PCE-N15 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($26.99 @ B&H)
Case: Corsair Carbide Series 300R Windowed ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $949.88
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-06 16:35 EST-0500)
 
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FoxyGrandpa

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Thanks for the input; do you mind telling me why you think the AMD FX-8320 is better than the i5-4440. I also am wondering whether or not I need a CPU cooler if I'm not going to overclock (I'm too worried).
 
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It's better in that it's cheaper and still performs really well, not trying to be rude or anything, but a lot of people doesn't actually use the full potential of their CPU and just want the 'best' for the money. In my opinion, if builder himself can't use it to the full potential why waste money. It's like buying a sports car, but barely know how to drive. I think FX 8320 will do more than enough for many purposes.

CPU cooler is not necessary, but I like to put it in there for most builds because it only costs $30, and you get a quieter computer, potential overclocking ability, and prolong the life of a component.
 
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here a possible suggestion just to add another option though it get's beaten by Idontunderstand due to better price.
only reason I added a non k cpu on z87 mainboard is to spare the trouble later of replacing mainboard cpu and windows when the i5 will get weak and just add a i7 and oc it. as well sli/crossfire support.
hope I didn't go overboard with the price.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/35jnR
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/35jnR/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/35jnR/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($174.29 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($57.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 280X 3GB Video Card ($328.99 @ Staples)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.99 @ Microcenter)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1019.17
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-06 17:21 EST-0500)
 
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