First gaming build help 1,200 budget

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akolencik

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So I'm looking to finally build a gaming rig and was looking for build recs. I understand the technical aspects of everything, its just knowing what bands and models are the best. Im looking to get as much power as possible within a 1200 budget. Preferably an Intel build, including a monitor (24"), keyboard and mouse, windows, and wireless connectivity. Any recommendations would be much appreciated!
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($214.89 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($25.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($74.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($43.79 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($324.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: BitFenix Neos Black/Blue ATX Mid Tower Case ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($44.99 @ Micro Center)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($12.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.75 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: LG E2411PB-BN 24.0" Monitor ($129.99 @ NCIX US)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WDN4800 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($34.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($23.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1171.29
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-02-08 21:51 EST-0500
 
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i7Dreamer

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Don't get Seagate get Western Digital.
 
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if its same price as h97, why not get it? it will still offer a bit of overclocking, and probably has less issues with cooling than a h97.
 
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4 phase power boards are not suitable for overclocking. 8 phase minimum.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ NCIX US)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper T4 70.0 CFM Rifle Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($58.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($309.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Xigmatek Recon ATX Mid Tower Case ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE DVD/CD Writer ($14.97 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit) ($92.00 @ B&H)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill N900PCE 802.11a/b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($27.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: BenQ GL2460HM 60Hz 24.0" Monitor ($139.93 @ B&H)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.85 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1199.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-10 11:24 EDT-0400
 
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TNT27

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4 phase can still overclock, just not as much. and if its same prices as h97, why not for free overclocking performance potential.
 
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and my point is any z97 is better than a h97, if you are on a budget and a z97 is same price as h97, why not get it!? it offers a bit better cooling, maybe some extra feautres (Doubtful though), allows some overclocking (even if its 4 phase).

But of course if you have the funds a 8 phase is defiantly better option
 
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