is this a good build? also what case should i get?

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tgs600

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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/BTPVZL

I have been trying to build a good gaming pc, one that can run new games at max graphics.
are the parts i have good? should anything be replaced with something better?
also do i need/should i buy a cpu cooler?
$1250 is pretty much my limit.

and what case should i buy?

Thank you for your time.
 
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jimthenagual

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Excellent build all around. Really nice choices.

You only need a cpu cooler if you plan to overclock, otherwise the stock cooler that comes with the CPU is fine. That said, if you are not planning on overclocking, you could save some money here. Drop off the 'k' cpu to a non-k, and get a H97 based motherboard (make sure it is one that can still crossfire as it is nice to have that option in the future).

I'd recommend taking a look at the Enthoo cases, either the Luxe or the Pro. I have the Luxe and can't say enough good about it. The Pro is $50 US cheaper than the Luxe but still very high quality. Other high quality cases include Fractal Design and Corsair.
 
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envy14tpe

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I'd upgrade PSU to 750W in case you want a second GPU. And switch to the 970. Amazing GPU. Slap a good cooler and get an awesome case. This will max out all games at 1080p @ 60Hz:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($61.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-PRO ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($161.79 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($94.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($114.00 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($50.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($348.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: XFX XTR 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.75 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($99.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1361.32
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($128.49 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($77.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($76.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.85 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card ($329.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (White) ATX Mid Tower Case ($82.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($25.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($13.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1124.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-20 06:51 EST-0500
 
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