This build good enough for gaming at 1080p?

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: MSI B85M GAMING Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($85.66 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 760 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($194.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair SPEC-03 White ATX Mid Tower Case ($54.00 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($55.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/RSBS DVD/CD Writer ($19.88 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: AOC E2425SWD 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN822N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($18.24 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($29.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $897.68
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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I am thinking about maybe getting an i3 instead to lower the price point. I would like it under 800 if that is possible. I'd like Skyrim and SC2 on Ultra or near it as possible. How is my Mobo and Graphics card by the way? and is the PSU a good quality one? Thanks ahead of time guys!
 
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Z97 and k processors mean you can very easily overclock.

The MoBo supports two GFX cards....when ya system gets older, instead of building a new box, just add a GFX card and go another 1.5 - 2 years

The G45 supports RAM up to DDR3-3000 / B85 to 1600 .... 2133 RAM is the cheapest right now

G45 had 6 SATA III ports to B85's 4

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Thanks for the tip on the PSU I didn't even see that on there wow thats ridiculous! What's wrong with the Monitor? Also, what is the difference between that mobo and the ones that are cheaper that msi sell, like the pc mate?
 


Z97 and k processors mean you can very easily overclock.

The MoBo supports two GFX cards....when ya system gets older, instead of building a new box, just add a GFX card and go another 1.5 - 2 years

The G45 supports RAM up to DDR3-3000 / B85 to 1600 .... 2133 RAM is the cheapest right now

G45 had 6 SATA III ports to B85's 4
 
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