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System look-over (i5-4690k / -4670k)

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  • Systems
  • Intel i5
September 29, 2014 6:45:25 PM

Good day,
since I'm still running Intel Pentium 4 on XP, I want to build a new system.

Over the last few days I've looked around a lot and decided on these parts, but since I'm kind of inexperienced with this, I'd like some advice.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($234.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.49 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97M-PLUS Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($126.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($86.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT Source 210 Elite (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($68.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $739.40
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-29 21:20 EDT-0400

I've decided to use the i5-4690k instead of the -4670k because the price is pretty much the same for the shops I'm looking at.
I guess 4690k / z97 and 4670k / z97/z87 are both acceptable?
I'm not adamant on overclocking, but I think the slight extra charge is worth it?

Another thing that I'm unsure about is the compatibility between mainboard and CPU.
I've read different things, but by now the z97 boards should be shipped with updated BIOS to use 4690k out of the box?

I did not include a graphics card because I'm looking to use the integrated HD 4600 for a while.
I'm mostly playing games from 2007 and before, so this should be good enough.
There seems to heavy bias against the Intel integrated graphics, but after looking at performance tests it seems more than sufficient for me.
Additionally, I do plan to look at GPU in the future, there seems to be the GeForce GTX 960 coming out in mid October.
Otherwise, I'm looking to get a GPU when needed. Looking at the rest of the system, game performance should be largely dependent on the GPU I choose?

I've not spend much time on choosing the PSU, Case and optical drive.
I do not know if the PSU wattage is overkill.
Case should be a simple design.

I'd also like Windows 7 64-bit with it, Home or Professional.
I'm guessing the OEM versions from ebay or other shops for 20€ are fakes? It looks dubious.
What about the MAR (refurbished) versions?

So, if there's any advice on replacements for any of the components, please go ahead.
The budget is below 700€ (Euros! Not US dollars like the PCPartPicker list) including the Windows 7. The PCPartPicker list comes to about 640€, excluding shipping.

I think that's all.
Regards

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