Need help - A build for Gaming/Youtube/Livestreaming PC ($1200-$1300)

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I need a computer build that I can buy that will be great for video editing, computer gaming, and can run 4+ apps at once. I can go up above 1200 dollars if the budget isn't high enough. I want to be able to multi-task without having to worry about lag and the computer crashing. I also need some cooling systems and any necessary/recommended items. I also want to have dual monitors for this pc. It would also be cool to be able to use shaders in minecraft without lag and run all games at Ultra Settings while also doing other things. This summer will be the summer I put a lot of time into youtube and I need a machine that will do the job at an efficient rate and won't overheat/overload. If its possible, do a build for both 1200$. Thanks SO SO much!! - Please Include Wifi adapter and wired adapter (ALL necessary/recommended items). - Already have monitors picked out.
 
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I just need a build, not an upgrade.
 
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Would you want to OC? Is it a must have for you? If not I'd actually reccomend the Intel Xeon 1241V3 CPU. That's basically a locked i7 and available at the price of a 4690k i5. It has multi-threading so your stremajng and editing is set. Try something like this -

CPU - Intel Xeon E3-1241V3 CPU (3.5GHz)
Motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 3 (or Gaming 5 is there's money left). These mobos look great, OC great, have SLI, and have a very good audio codec (ALC1150 + Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi tech)
Memory - G.Skill RipjawsX 8GB 2133MHz (or 16GB again if there's Monet left)
Storage - Seagate Barracuda 1TB HDD and Samsung 850 EVO 250GB SSD
GPU - MSI Gaming 4G GTX970
Case - Corsair Carbide SPEC-02 or NZXT Phantom 240/410. Case is basically your choice :p
This should be in your price range.
 
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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/b3dmjX

I'm afraid I'm not sure about which WiFi adapter and stuff to include :p I'm pretty sure you don't need to add more fans into the build cos the Phantom 410 has 3 in built, and they're good fans. Your total is less than $1200 so you can always add a CPU Cooler like the Hyper 212EVO from Cooler Master and it still won't exceed $1200. Hope it helped :D And yes, you won't require more than 550W power supply even if you all out OC your GPU.
 
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i would go for this, i went a but over your budget however, it has more than enough RAM and a GTX 980 which is enough to play any game at max settings in 1080p and most games at 1440p, it also has a i7 4790k which is great for gaming and running multiple applications at once.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Micro Center)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($125.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($108.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($108.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card ($544.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($68.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $1287.38
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-04 22:35 EDT-0400
 
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^^The i5 won't help you when it comes to streaming. But if you would SLI in the future then yes, I would suggest a 750W PSU. If you won't step up to 1440p resolution and plan to continue to game at 1080p, then I'd suggest not going for the GTX980. Its a massive overkill. All that money can be better spent on a CPU that supports multi-threading, a better motherboard with better features and audio and a higher clocked RAM. These things will help you in streaming and will make a difference. Even if you do plan for 1440p gaming, go for the GTX970 but then instead of the 550W PSU I suggested, get a 750W from EVGA.
 
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I would go with a 1231 V3 Xeon, it is pretty much the best cpu on the market, locked i7 with the price of an i5.


An i5 won't be good in this scenario because it is only 4 cores and 4 threads, while the 1231v3 has 4 cores and 8 threads. That will help with streaming and editing.

a 970 is MORE than enough for a 1440p build at this time. Just add another one when you need it.


IF you want a specific 970, look into the EVGA SuperClocked, great cooler, and its the fastest out of the box
 
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How about this? - http://pcpartpicker.com/p/zrj8wP
 
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Or this? - http://pcpartpicker.com/p/hF7kP6 (different case)
 
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The NZXT Phantom 410 is the case I have and for $88 its a steal. And just spend $3 more dollars and you'll get 2133MHz 16GB RAM from G Skill with CAS Latency 10.
The 1231V3 is perfect actually.
And get MSI Gaming 4G GTX970. That OCs like a beast, looks badass and has the best reviews. I've heard of coil whines from the EVGA ACX2.0 versions.
Lastly, if you will go SLI in the future, you're gonna need a Z97 mobo. No H97 mobo has SLI support. That's why I listed a Z97 with the Xeon even though Xeon doesn't OC.
Hope it helped :)
 
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http://pcpartpicker.com/p/CVgnqs

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1231 V3 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($241.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($117.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.45 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($349.99 @ Adorama)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($83.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($97.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1160.38
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-05-06 00:26 EDT-0400


This seems pretty good. It has a Black/Red theme running as well if you're into stuff like that. Now that I think of it, almost every GTX970 performs the same, just 1 or so fps difference, so buy any one of them as long as they're from a good company and look good.
Hope it helped :)
 
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The SuperNOVA Nex PSU has poor caps and is low quality. I would never SLI with it or use it really. EVGA SuperNova B2 750 watt is the better alternative. Much higher quality.
 
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