High-End Gaming PC Build for $1700

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Hello. I am planning on building my first gaming PC. I plan on using the PC for gaming as well as everyday use such as university documents, studying and browsing the web.

The maximum budget that I have is $1700.

I used PC Part Picker to get the following build (including keyboard, mouse and display): http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/3zbm7

Is this build perfectly compatible? Any recommendations, suggestions or comments? Is there a significant different between the GTX 770 variants?

Note: I do not require an OS since I receive free OS software through my university. I only plan on using the SSD to install the OS and basic software for a faster boot time.
 

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($164.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($85.55 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.79 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Dual Superclocked ACX Video Card ($389.99 @ Memory Express)
Case: Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case ($92.92 @ DirectCanada)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.50 @ Vuugo)
Monitor: BenQ RL2455HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($189.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Mouse: Corsair Vengeance M65 Wired Laser Mouse ($73.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $1643.65
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-26 23:46 EDT-0400)

I firstly changed the motherboard. This MSI has won 40+ awards and is the best value. Next, I changed the ssd. You don't have to pay 1 dollar per gig for an ssd, the 840 Evo is fantastic and cheaper. Next, I switched the gpu to an EVGA 770 because EVGA is such a fantastic company and only 10 bucks more. Then, I changed the case. The 400R is 20 bucks cheaper and much bigger. It can support up to 8 additional fans and fantastic cable management. Then I switched the power supply to an Antec. Its 100 less watts, but you don't need 750 watts and the Corsair has a notorious reputation for having bad capacitors. I then changed the monitor. The Benq not only has 2 hdmi ports, but a 1 ms response time which is great for gaming. Finally, I switched the mouse to a Corsair because Razer is like alienware, overated, overhyped, and crap quality. No offense to you if your a fan of razer. Also, regarding the 770 variants, the only thing you might want to consider is if your going to run a triple monitor setup then the 4 gig version would be better, if not the 2 gig variant is adequate.
 

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Thank you for the quick and detailed reply. Will the 620W power supply be sufficient for this build to last a decent number of years?

Also, the website states a compatibility note, "Corsair 400R ATX Mid Tower Case and Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler height clearance could not be verified." Will this be a problem or are the case and cooler compatible?
 

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Yes it will be sufficient for a number of years, the only time it'll require an ugrade is if you decide to Sli. Also, the 400R will fit heres something I just pulled off a site:

Noctua's nh-d14 spec's is 160mm tall. The 400r is said to have roughly 185mm space CPU-side panel.

So yes, the 400R will fit the Noctua.
 

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Okay, one last question. Will the original case (R4) still work for this build? I mainly chose it because I prefer its look.
 

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($154.99 @ NCIX)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($82.01 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($84.75 @ Vuugo)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.79 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($559.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($55.75 @ DirectCanada)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Canada Computers)
Monitor: Asus VE247H 23.6" Monitor ($149.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Mouse: Razer DeathAdder 2013 Wired Optical Mouse ($64.99 @ NCIX)
Total: $1700.20
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-27 00:20 EDT-0400)

better graphics card, no loss in performance!
 

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Forget I said that I was thinking of another build my mind is going a million miles per hour, and so is my chrome.. 15 tabs open for custom builds ftw!.. lol fml. Just another day in the life of a nerd.
 

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($164.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($85.55 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.79 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Dual Superclocked ACX Video Card ($389.99 @ Memory Express)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Memory Express)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.50 @ Vuugo)
Monitor: BenQ RL2455HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($189.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Mouse: Corsair Vengeance M65 Wired Laser Mouse ($73.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $1660.72
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-27 00:24 EDT-0400)

Here it is with the Fractal, it'll still work.
 
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Like I said, I wasn't thinking. I saw high end, jumped in typed a response and I thought it was a different thread xD.
 

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($164.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($85.55 @ DirectCanada)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($94.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.79 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 780 3GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($559.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Memory Express)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($19.50 @ Vuugo)
Monitor: BenQ RL2455HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($189.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Microsoft SIDEWINDER X4 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($46.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Mouse: Corsair Vengeance M65 Wired Laser Mouse ($73.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Total: $1830.71
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-04-27 00:29 EDT-0400)

Here is the same build with a 780. If you wanted better performance, while 100 bucks more than zemiaks it has higher quality and better performing parts.