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Hey guys, I have picked all the parts for my build out and now I am in need of a mobo. I have tried to look around but was wondering if you guys could give me a hand with it too. I do not want something that can be regarded as budget but rather something reliable (a trustworthy brand preferable). Here is my build and future plans:

- i5 4690k (overclocked)
- Gigabyte G1 GTX 970 (overclocked)
- Samsung 850 Evo 500GB SSD
- WD Black 2TB SSD
- Corsair Vengance Pro (4 x 4GB) 1600MHz (im getting only 2 x 4GB atm but might grab another 2 in future)
- EVGA SuperNOVA G2 90Plus Gold Modular 750W

So basically what I need is

1) a mobo that will comfortably run all of above (overclocked gpu and cpu and 4 RAM slots) and usb slots at the front and back, preferabble an ATX as that will fit the Phnateks Ethnoo Pro comfortable

Any help, or multiple suggestions are welcome :)
 
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James Orme
http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/best-intel-amd-motherboard,review-33054.html

Do not skimp on the motherboard, I would argue for gaming that it is equally as important as your graphics card.

I always start with picking the motherboard first and then selecting components that compliment it.

The link above is a Tom's Hardware guide to best motherboards for Jan 2015. Give it a read, and see which one you think sounds like the best solution.

None of the Z97's are that expensive, and I would generally choose a motherboard that is around the £200 mark, and with more than sufficient features and bandwidth for all components.

Also when assembling, remember to wear an anti static wristband! Any static into your new components could cause...
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Mr_Venbeer

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Hello. Any Z97 chipset motherboard will be good for your purpose. The ASRock Z97 Extreme6 is a very good motherboard. Has a high performance/price value. I would also recommend any of the Gigabyte Z97 Gaming motherboards, as they support SLI and are good overclockers for future proof.
 
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http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/best-intel-amd-motherboard,review-33054.html

Do not skimp on the motherboard, I would argue for gaming that it is equally as important as your graphics card.

I always start with picking the motherboard first and then selecting components that compliment it.

The link above is a Tom's Hardware guide to best motherboards for Jan 2015. Give it a read, and see which one you think sounds like the best solution.

None of the Z97's are that expensive, and I would generally choose a motherboard that is around the £200 mark, and with more than sufficient features and bandwidth for all components.

Also when assembling, remember to wear an anti static wristband! Any static into your new components could cause anything from micro-stutter in gaming, to artifacting or even destruction of components (a few I have experienced first hand).
 
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