Looking for help on build. Haven't built a gaming rig solo. Last time was when I was helping a friend with his 10 years ago.

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OGSirbe

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PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/rCHyRB
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/rCHyRB/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($279.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 7 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($151.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($159.54 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($188.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($124.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($549.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($549.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Thermaltake Chaser A31 Snow White ATX Mid Tower Case ($72.19 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($99.99 @ Micro Center)
Optical Drive: LG WH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($52.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N250PCe 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($18.00 @ Newegg)
Fan Controller: NZXT SENTRY 3 Fan Controller ($29.88 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus PB278Q 27.0" Monitor ($429.99 @ Micro Center)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($127.99 @ Best Buy)
Total: $3016.36
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-13 16:45 EDT-0400

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/rCHyRB

I have taken feedback from friends and a couple other forums. If anyone can go over my build and let me know if I'm overdoing anything (as in if I can get something cheaper that will do the same thing as what I have listed).

My budget is ~3k usd so I'm set in my budget but obviously less money would be better.

Once again this is what I want my gaming rig to look like. If anything shouldn't be in here or if I can easily replace some things to save money please let me know.

I appreciate any help.

Thank you!!

Edit: PS... this is the compatibility note I am receiving:

The G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory operating voltage of 1.65V exceeds the Intel Haswell Refresh CPU recommended maximum of 1.5V+5% (1.575V). This memory module may run at a reduced clock rate to meet the 1.5V voltage recommendation, or may require running at a voltage greater than the Intel recommended maximum.
 
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DonkeyOatie
OK. For a gaming system, an i5 is plenty. Overclocking in general, gives little benefit for gaming because most CPUs are already powerful enough to drive two good GPUs, so the GPU system is the limiting factor.

When I put together a system, I try to keep the costs down to a minimum, without compromising quality. The plan is to build a system that will play most games for the next five years. (I say most, because if you look back to the best systems from 2009/10, they have issues with a few modern games, mostly in the area of GPU power)

Here's my changes:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1231 V3 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($241.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler:...
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DonkeyOatie

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Just how much do you plan to overclock your CPU? It will get you very few FPS and costs a significant amount of money.
The compatibility note merely means that to use the memory to full effect you will need to use XMP (Xtreme Memory Profile) to overclock or adjust the memory timings in association with your CPU. Why 4 x 4 and not 2 x 8?

Cases are a very personal choice, but I'd want something with better thermals, given what you plan to pack into it.
 
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OGSirbe

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I'm not too familiar with overclocking and cpu usage. So you're saying I should go with an i-5 to save some money and just overclock it?

Also for memory, I guess you are right for 2 x 8 so I can expand further if I feel like it.

Also I'm not too familiar with cases, I went strictly off reviews. But what kind of ventilation should I be looking for? What's the best pattern of fans?

Thanks for your answer

 
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OGSirbe

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I did a little tweaking and switched up...

the CPU to an i5-4690k 3.5ghz

Ram to Gskill Ripjaws X 2x8

Case to NZXT full tower Phantom
...also I switched my cpu water cooling to NZXT model just to make sure it'll fit properly in the case.

Ended up saving myself roughly $100
 
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OK. For a gaming system, an i5 is plenty. Overclocking in general, gives little benefit for gaming because most CPUs are already powerful enough to drive two good GPUs, so the GPU system is the limiting factor.

When I put together a system, I try to keep the costs down to a minimum, without compromising quality. The plan is to build a system that will play most games for the next five years. (I say most, because if you look back to the best systems from 2009/10, they have issues with a few modern games, mostly in the area of GPU power)

Here's my changes:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1231 V3 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($241.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($28.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97S SLI Krait Edition ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($124.99 @ Adorama)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($186.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($71.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($549.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 980 4GB Twin Frozr Video Card (2-Way SLI) ($549.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair Air 540 ATX Mid Tower Case ($125.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($117.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG WH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($52.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: Asus PB278Q 27.0" Monitor ($424.99 @ NCIX US)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard ($127.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2794.83
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-14 19:40 EDT-0400

The Xeon has 4 cores and hyperthreading. It's more than you need now, but should cover any future.
You do not need a CPU cooler, but if it turns out that the system runs hot, the $30 cooler will do.
The SLI Krait is a good inexpensive motherboard with a black/while scheme. (Check the reviews) http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2383187/motherboard-tier-list-z97-chipset.html
The case is big, but runs cool. (Check the reviews) http://www.anandtech.com/show/7124/corsair-carbide-air-540-case-review

The PSU I have suggested is the G2, a much better PSU than the G1 you selected. http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html
 
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