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Simpy49

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I've been doing research on this build for quite a few weeks now and kind of nervous since this is my first build. I used to be strictly console gaming and recently decided to try my hand at cpu. Looking to get the best bang for my buck since I am a broke college student. Just looking for some guidance.

This is what's currently in my cart:
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K Haswell Quad-Core 3.4GHz LGA 1150 84W Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics
Motherboard: MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming LGA 1150 Intel Z87 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Extreme OC High Performance Triple CFX/ SLI Intel Motherboard
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Power Supply: CORSAIR CX series CX750 750W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI CrossFire 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC Power Supply New 4th Gen CPU
Graphics Card: EVGA SuperClocked w/ ACX Cooling 02G-P4-2774-KR GeForce GTX 770 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 SLI Support Video Card
Cooling System: Corsair Air Series SP120 (CO-9050014-WW) 120mm PWM High Performance Edition High Static Pressure Fan (Twin Pack)

Let me know what you think.
 
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Alex Kelly
Looks good, although I recommend some changes.
The i5 4690K has a better thermal interface, so it'll run cooler and overclock better. You will need something like an MSI Z97 Gaming 5 or Gaming 7 or support it though, these will perform just as well as a GD65.
I HIGHLY recommend a different power supply, so many people have been having problems with the CX series and I can't recommend staying away highly enough.
The EVGA Supernova B2 or G2 750W (if you can afford it) is a much better choice and will allow you to SLI later on. :)
As for a case, the Phanteks Enthoo Pro is a great choice, as well as anything from Corsair or NZXT.
Good luck! :D
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Looks good, although I recommend some changes.
The i5 4690K has a better thermal interface, so it'll run cooler and overclock better. You will need something like an MSI Z97 Gaming 5 or Gaming 7 or support it though, these will perform just as well as a GD65.
I HIGHLY recommend a different power supply, so many people have been having problems with the CX series and I can't recommend staying away highly enough.
The EVGA Supernova B2 or G2 750W (if you can afford it) is a much better choice and will allow you to SLI later on. :)
As for a case, the Phanteks Enthoo Pro is a great choice, as well as anything from Corsair or NZXT.
Good luck! :D
 
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