This will max-out wow on ultra.
i5 4690K + MSI Z97 Gaming 5 combo $360
Kingston HyperX DDR3 1600 8GB $73
ASUS R9 280X 3GB $268 AR AP
PNY XLR8 240GB $100 AR
HGST Enterprise 7200RPM 1TB $50
Samsung DVD Burner $15 AP
Seasonic S12G-650 $70 AR
NZXT H230 $40 AR
Total: $976 AR AP
- For multi-tasking and productivity applications, you might want to also upgrade to 16GB of RAM for $138.
- There is a R9 270 2GB available for $145 AR and an R9 280 3GB for $200 AR if you want to spend less but still get good gaming performance.
- If you intend to OC (the system is capable) grab an aftermarket HSF like the Hyper 212+ for $20 AR.
And for monitor go for whichever you like.
I prefer this one...