Review PC Configuration - New Build For Video Editing

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debjeet

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Hello everyone!
I would want your opinion for my new PC Configuration that I am planning to buy. I will be using the system for mainly audio/video editing using the best Adobe Suite of software among others including but not limited to Adobe Premiere, etc.
Gaming will be limited as I am not a hardcore gamer but whenever I am in a mood, I take out my PS3.

As part of this build I am planning to buy the following:


Intel Core i7-4790K Processor (8M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) (BX80646I74790K)
$320


ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO Z97 ATX DDR3 2600 LGA 1150 Motherboards MAXIMUS VII HERO
$212


Samsung 850 EVO 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E250B/AM)
$120


Corsair Vengeance 8GB (1x8GB) DDR3 1600 MHz (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory (CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10)
$68

Questions:
1. Do I still need a graphics card with an i7-4790k?
2. Should I go for more RAM?
3. Are these all components compatible with each other?
4. What other components should I be buying? - Is Water Cooler a must?
5. For case, is Mid-Tower fine? Planning to buy the following. ANy other suggestions?
NZXT Phantom 410 Mid Tower USB 3.0 Gaming Case – White
6. PSU?
7. I am looking out for a wireless but ergonomic keyboard/mouse combo. Any suggestion? Is Microsoft 4000 for BUsiness wireless?
8. WIll the motherboard or the processor support dual monitor configuration?
9. I am thinking of excluding BluRay Burner
10. Any other advice is most welcome.

THanks.
-Debjeet
 
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1. don't need one.
2. yes, dual or quad channel for 16GB for video editing is normally the standard. Look for g skills ripjaws 4x4 16GB 1600MHZ kit.
3.yes
4. storage HDD - you can pick up 3TB for $97 they're WD caviar blues. you may also need an aftermarket cooler if you want to overclock - look for the rajintek themis or the CM 212 evo.
5. thats fine - may want to check out the fractal design r4 pearl - its a much quieter and professional looking case.
6. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-s12ii430b will be more than enough, if you like you could throw a 750TI GPU in there later if you were bored.
7. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/logitech-keyboard-920002416 - that's highly reviewed, have a gander.
8. no you need a...
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1. don't need one.
2. yes, dual or quad channel for 16GB for video editing is normally the standard. Look for g skills ripjaws 4x4 16GB 1600MHZ kit.
3.yes
4. storage HDD - you can pick up 3TB for $97 they're WD caviar blues. you may also need an aftermarket cooler if you want to overclock - look for the rajintek themis or the CM 212 evo.
5. thats fine - may want to check out the fractal design r4 pearl - its a much quieter and professional looking case.
6. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-power-supply-s12ii430b will be more than enough, if you like you could throw a 750TI GPU in there later if you were bored.
7. http://pcpartpicker.com/part/logitech-keyboard-920002416 - that's highly reviewed, have a gander.
8. no you need a graphics card, as I mentioned it before here it is: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gigabyte-video-card-gvn75toc2gi
9. if you're going to use it buy it, but I have no clue why you would.
 
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debjeet

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Thanks for your help. I finally ordered the following:

SeaSonic G Series 550-Watt ATX12V/EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply SSR-550RM

Logitech MK710 Wireless Desktop Mouse and Keyboard Combo

Corsair Vengeance 8GB (1x8GB) DDR3 1600 MHz (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory (CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10)

Samsung 850 EVO 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD (MZ-75E250B/AM)

ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO Z97 ATX DDR3 2600 LGA 1150 Motherboards MAXIMUS VII HERO

Intel Core i7-4790K Processor (8M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) (BX80646I74790K)


Now the case is something that I'm confused with. I need to zero down on a case. I have heard/read great reviews on the fractal design r4 pearl but somehow I didn't like the design. (Personal Opinion) I am more bent towards nzxt phantom series cases just because of the looks. However, performance is a key. Someone please convince me for a nice looking but at the same time a case with great performance - cable management, airflow, expansion slots, etc.

Also, I'm now looking for suggestions on monitors (21"+) in the range around $100.

Thanks.
 
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