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I am on the brink of ordering parts, and I just want to be sure that everything is compatible, if I maybe should replace a part, up/downgrade the power supply, etc.
I will mainly use this computer for gaming, and I have overclocking in mind for the future
Budget: ~$1400
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
(Also, if anyone knows a good, cheap-ish keyboard they would recommend, that would be great).

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 ($28.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($187.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($129.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($348.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.25 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: XFX ProSeries 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($102.98 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer H236HLbid 60Hz 23.0" Monitor ($129.99 @ Best Buy)
Total: $1475.11
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-08 16:11 EDT-0400

EDIT: Replaced the parts that babernet and ferwindjacks suggested.
 
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I assume your budget is right around 1500.

Going down the list;

I personally do not like MSI. Their products seem high quality, but from reports and consumer reviews they are hit or miss, and the customer support is absolutely dreadful. I recommend going for an Asus motherboard, such as the Z97 Pro (which is something around that price point). However, I would personally choose the Maximus VII Hero.

I would also grab an Asus Strix 970 for the same reasons listed above. Also got high reviews for OCing as the cooling system is quite good.

I would personally grab an XFX 750w psu for around the same price. XFX is listed as tier one on this website as the quality and reviews are all top notch. The 750w PSU may or may not allow you to SLI...
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I assume your budget is right around 1500.

Going down the list;

I personally do not like MSI. Their products seem high quality, but from reports and consumer reviews they are hit or miss, and the customer support is absolutely dreadful. I recommend going for an Asus motherboard, such as the Z97 Pro (which is something around that price point). However, I would personally choose the Maximus VII Hero.

I would also grab an Asus Strix 970 for the same reasons listed above. Also got high reviews for OCing as the cooling system is quite good.

I would personally grab an XFX 750w psu for around the same price. XFX is listed as tier one on this website as the quality and reviews are all top notch. The 750w PSU may or may not allow you to SLI the 970 later on, it is still in debate apparently. I would think it will be just fine as Maxwell has great efficiency standards now.

I would also personally buy WIN7 while you still can, but thats personal preference I guess.

Cant say much on monitors but here is what I have and I love it. Great quality, 24in of pure madness.
http://www.amazon.com/BenQ-Gaming-Monitor-RL2455HM-24-Inch/dp/B007HSKSMI/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1412796694&sr=1-1&keywords=benq
 
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You suggested the Asus z97.
Would I need the WiFi version? I am currently using an ethernet cable and I plan on doing so as my WiFi router doesn't reach my room.
 
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Thanks once again.
Do you think that is all I need? I respect your opinion on the monitor and OS but I still think I'm going with what I currently have.
 
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I would follow babernets advice, I didnt catch that you had a 4670k. Might as well go for the 4690k since its relatively the same price and better performance. Besides that, Id say you're good to go. GL and HF with the build.
 
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Thanks to you too, babernet. I really appreciate it, being a first-time builder.
 
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Personally, I'd go with the ASUS TUF series Sabertooth Mark2 MB. The main difference circuitry wise is 8+2 phase vs 12 phase, but it's been server tested for two weeks straight and has extra robust cooling and caps, which at the end of the day, is more important and proven for OCing than 12 phase. Trust me, people get just as big OCs out of 8+2 boards, sometimes even better if they're made well. It's also only $166 and has a 5 yr warranty.

Also, harder to get, but I'd go with the Giga vs ASUS 970. I've yet to see anyone that's bought one complain of anything, be it the common coil whine people have talked about on other brands, or OC level , or temps, or performance. Just hard to get right now.

The RAM is good but soon 8GB may be less than you want. Lots of people going with two 8GB modules now.

I'd also bump up to the WD Black HDD. It's made with better parts, runs faster, is more reliable, and has a 5 vs 2 yr warranty, and I've seen them for only $15 more. Got mine for $75 some time ago on an Newegg email promo, and have seen them there for $70 since. Newegg's email promo subscriptions are a must do before deciding on build parts!

On cost savings, if the 256GB (vs 128) SSD is for installing some games, other than general programs, know that you'll for the most part only get faster level (or mp map) load times. So unless you're playing very competitive mp matches, it's more for convenience than necessity. Honestly, my WD Black HDD loads levels pretty fast.

Yeah I know you may have heard SSDs stream game textures better. Well, to that I say, virtually EVERY game I've had some performance issues with that I tried installing on my Plextor M5P SSD, had no better performance, and that was well after the initial problems many games had being installed on an SSD.
 
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