Is this PC Gaming Build compatible?

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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/tYHTzy

I'm trying to build my own Gaming PC and have come up to with this build.

Will this build work flawlessly?

What parts won't work well and which parts won't work at all (Will the Power Supply might not be enough, will the RAM not work with the motherboard, does the motherboard not support SLI, etc)?
 
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Alpha3031

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Some tweaks
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($120.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Toshiba 1TB 2.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($65.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 4GB TWIN FROZR Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 4GB TWIN FROZR Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 350D Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($93.49 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ NCIX US)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1230.39
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Remember to get a CPU cooler when you want to start overclocking
 
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I agree with Alpha3031 above.

The i3 will bottleneck, and you'll probably only need 8gb of ram so you may as well put that money towards an i5-4690K. Only go K if you plan on overclocking, otherwise save your money and get a i5-4690. It's the same chip but not unlocked for overclocking. If your going to overclock think about a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. The Noctua NH-D14 is only worth it if you really want to push the chip to it's limits and may not give you much real world benefit (in my opinion). If your not overclocking than don't worry about an aftermarket cooler, unless you want to improve the aesthetics.

If you want to play at higher than 1080p or multi-screen than go for the MSI GTX 760 4GB graphics cards, or if you plan on buying Watch Dogs, since it covers the extra costs.

Think about getting a full or semi modular PSU. Considering you've got a window it will cut down on the clutter of cords you'll need to hide. Also going to a 750W PSU may improve efficiency a bit, as power supplies tend to be most efficient around 50% draw. A semi modular EVGA 110-B2-0750-VR 750W 80+ Bronze PSU is only about $30 more. Also gives you more head room for adding parts and overclocking.

I'm assuming your budget is about $1300 but if you've got extra cash, it might be worth putting in an SSD.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($239.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($120.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Toshiba 1TB 2.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive ($65.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 4GB TWIN FROZR Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 4GB TWIN FROZR Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($249.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 350D Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($89.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1285.88
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
 
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So would this be good?

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ZQ2wkL

I can't change the Graphics Cards since I already have those on me.

 
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Yes that would be good. Although as I said before, I'd get a semi-modular power supply as it will have better cable management.

Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Newegg)
 
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