Looking to build best possible Gaming/Streaming PC for roughly 1000-1200$

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Arjaan1

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Hey Guys! Im in need of building a new gaming/streaming PC for around 1000-1200$. I will mainly be streaming via Twitch.tv. I realize that streaming is very CPU dependant. I would like to make use of my current system for a dual computer setup with capture card if it would in fact be better.

I will need CPU, Mobo, SSD, GPU, PSU and perhaps a capture card if that option is viable.

Lemme know your thoughts and Thank you!

Arj
 
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I would stick with the card, it will not cause any lag whatsoever, the programs are EXTREMELY resource intense.
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No case, cooler...?
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/fWjDK8
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/fWjDK8/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.69 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($104.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($72.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: A-Data Premier Pro SP600 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($87.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($349.99 @ B&H)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($112.75 @ OutletPC)
Power Supply: Antec HCG M 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1167.18
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-24 15:06 EST-0500
 
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This is probably the best setup:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($104.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($67.50 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($68.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($66.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($329.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Azza SIRIUS ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($13.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($87.75 @ OutletPC)
Other: Elgato Game Capture HD ($138.91)
Total: $1227.78
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-24 15:07 EST-0500
 
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That is a complete waste of money and overkill of a case, also, he needs a capture card which go upwards of $140
 
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The case does not matter when it is quality. The case has a 4 star rating and it looks pretty nice also. Correction, it costs $29.99 which is $30+ with tax.
 
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A. That's after rebate.
B. On a budget, what's on the inside is more important. Unless the case is complete crap, and horrible for cooling. Still, plenty of sub $50 cases that are fine.

How about an R9 280 instead? Saves budget room for capture care?
 
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Also, you don't have the most crucial thing he needs which is a capture card. As explained in a previous post, they cost upwards of $140 which would devastate his budget if added to your build.
 
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the new 300 series is coming out and the old 200 series has no competition with the 900 series by Nvidia. It is just impossible to compare them now. Looks like AMD really has to up their game. But for the moment, 970 is the best choice.
 
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I'm not 100% on the use of a capture card, would it be necessary? I figured I may aswell due to having the old pc. If i am slightly over 1200 its not a big deal. Thanks guys
 
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I would stick with the card, it will not cause any lag whatsoever, the programs are EXTREMELY resource intense.
 
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