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lunyone
Looks pretty good, but the RAM you selected runs at 1.65v (which is like OC'd RAM to run on the given settings). The set I listed in my build would be a better option, IMHO. It runs at stock 1.5v and at the same timings.
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xxvolwarexx

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That motherboard is good, but I personally favor Gigabyte or ASUS over MSI, but people will tell you otherwise. I currently have that same GPU, and its good for medium to high end 1080p gaming for the most part, but don't expect 60+ frames on bf4 all ultra settings.
 
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Hi,
I did a little revision on your original build and was able to cut $30
-Added better motherboard for overclocking
-Added better RAM
-Added better Case, with lots of room, good cooling,modular HDD cages, rubber grommets, windowed panel and sleeved cables
-Added PSU also made buy SeaSonic

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.94 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($114.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($83.98 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 2GB Superclocked ACX Video Card ($249.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Thermaltake Chaser A31 ATX Mid Tower Case ($68.49 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($19.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($94.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1121.31
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-04 17:14 EDT-0400)
 
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lunyone

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If OC'ing isn't a concern for you, I have an optional build under $1150 budget:

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($177.00 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Pro3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($68.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($73.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.44 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB DirectCU II Video Card ($499.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1184.36
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-05-04 17:25 EDT-0400)

* CPU will perform close to 4670k at stock settings.
* Mobo should have what most people want and can OC if needed.
* RAM has low profile heat spreaders and runs at stock voltage of 1.5v and at CAS 9 timings (also cheaper).
* I adjusted the 2 HD's to try and fit the budget.
* Upgraded the GPU to GTX 780. Another option is R9 290/290x, if you want another option.
* Changed PSU. 600w Bronze rated PSU is plenty for this build. If you want other options, than chose those. Your PSU is fine, just a bit more $.
* Picked OEM Windows 8.1.

It's up to you with what you want to buy. I'm just offering a different perspective that will perform better in gaming for similar cost.
 
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mckinstryt

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First of all, Im not really sure how to OC, but i have heard that it is getting more performance for the $. Is it easy?

Second, If the CPU you got is less powerful than the one i had than why would you get a higher power gpu? Would the cpu be able to get the full performance?

 
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lunyone

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Sorry I modified the original build, so there are a few changes that you should look at. OC'ing isn't too hard these days, but I generally don't recommend it. It's up to you if you want to keep that option open or if keeping it at stock speeds is okay (which these days most CPU's are pretty good). The CPU I listed shouldn't limit your gaming performance. The CPU is an Intel quad core and is clocked pretty good, so it should do fine for most gaming situations that your going to run into. The GPU is usually your most important part for gaming. Yes the other parts play into the gaming experience, but the GPU is usually the limiting factor when gaming.
 
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mckinstryt

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I think I want to OC so here is my build. (got a cheaper case and psu and upgraded GPU)

http://pcpartpicker.com/user/mckinstryt/saved/4yFe

 
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Looks pretty good, but the RAM you selected runs at 1.65v (which is like OC'd RAM to run on the given settings). The set I listed in my build would be a better option, IMHO. It runs at stock 1.5v and at the same timings.
 
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