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That's a decent build, but this is a lot better for the same price:

This will max out anything at the moment at 1080p, and should do so for a while.

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($176.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Biostar B85MG Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.97 @ Directron)
Memory: Team Elite 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: OCZ ARC 100 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.75 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($310.95 @ B&H)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H21 ATX Mid Tower Case ($32.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 600W ATX Power Supply ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $759.61
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-03 15:39 EDT-0400
 
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The builds quite good.the power supply is a bit over the top. I would recommend you to get a z97 motherboard as they will have many more features. The i5 proccesor is really good for that price as well.
 
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This is a little over your budget but a great GPU and includes monitor.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($176.98 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: Biostar B85MG Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($49.97 @ Directron)
Memory: Team Elite 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.75 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon R9 290X 4GB Gaming Video Card ($278.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Thermaltake Versa H21 ATX Mid Tower Case ($32.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: Thermaltake TR2 600W ATX Power Supply ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer G227HQLbi 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($107.58 @ Newegg)
Total: $765.23
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-03 15:43 EDT-0400
 
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Reply to get your attention and to say will the motherboard for the top one need a bios update
 
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I have this exact CPU/MOBO/GPU combo and no I haven't needed to do anything :)
 
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WIPGamer

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Thanks A Bunch, but what about the question about graphics. Above. Also do you know about keyboards?
 
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The 290x is better than the 280x. Both will perform well at 1080, just the 290x will confidently max out any game at pretty much 60fps.

As for keyboards, as I said I'm not an expert haha. But I may be able to help, what would you like to know?
 
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Sorry it took so long to respond, but I wanted to know if the logitech g510s is worth it for 90$, if you know and if there is a really good keyboard for around 60$ hoping you respond
 
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gamingwoop

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No problem :)

That is a very good keyboard and I would say is worth the price, however it doesn't have mechanical keys. For me, that isn't an issue, but many others (and maybe yourself) would feel that mechanical keys are a must. For $90 you can get a mechanical keyboard. For $60 probably not...however good options for $60 are membrane keyboards (not mechanical) like the Roccat Isku, the Microsoft Sidewinder etc.

As per usual, PCPartsPicker.com is a great search tool.
Here's a list of non-mechanical keyboards for $60:http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/keyboard/#X=0,6002&qq=1&sort=d6&page=1
And a list for mechanical keyboards for $90:http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/keyboard/#X=0,9102&sort=d6&page=1&k=1

Hope this helps :)
 
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Thanks a bunch, what is better about mechanical keyboards anyway? What about blue vs brown cherry switches? Sorry for constantly asking questions... but hey "Science... question everything." Right? Anywat I might get the g710 or the g510s.
 
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gamingwoop

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Exactly! Asking questions is the best way to learn quickly, so don't worry, I'm glad to help.

The main draw to mechanical keyboards is simply the feel - most, if not all way prefer the tactile feedback to mechanical keys so much so that they'll pay a lot more just to get them. It also supposedly makes typing easier. The second main draw is durability - a mechanical keyboard will last a lot longer than a membrane/rubber dome keyboard, and will keep a high level of quality/condition for a longer time. Also, as mechanical keyboards are usually priced higher than normal keyboards they're usually just at a higher quality anyway, as they are in a more premium market. Of course, with everything, it all comes down to personal preference and budget limitations; the former of which is best explored via physically trying out each variant. So if you can go down to a shop that stocks a range of keyboards then try some out and pick your favourite.

In terms of different types of Cherry switches: there's Black, Brown, Red, Blue, Green and Clear variants...so lots of choice. This article explains each in detail: http://lifehacker.com/how-to-choose-the-best-mechanical-keyboard-and-why-you-511140347 but here's a very brief summary anyway:

Brown: hybrid between gaming and daily use - very popular
Blue: great for uber-fast typing, described as "a typist's dream" - less common for gaming
Red: gaming orientated, quieter - popular
Black: can be tiresome for quick typing, good for gaming - relatively popular in gaming
Clear: offer most tactile feedback, most pressure needed to press, some typists prefer this - pretty rare
Green: the newest variant, "cutting edge" - only just coming to mainstream market

Hope this helps, I actually learnt a bit about them haha :)
 
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I Think I might go with the blue switches since I like tactile feedback.Thanks a bunch man , if you don't might I might ask other people on this website what they think about your build Y'know just to make sure. If I have an more questions I trust I can come back to you?
 
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gamingwoop

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Yeah of course. Definitely ask other people just to double-check and double-check again. If you're buying something expensive always get multiple opinions, and never fully trust all your purchases on just one person haha :) and of course you can come back for any other questions as well.

Good luck and happy gaming, enjoy your pc!!
 
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Looking at various reviews, it looks like they're actually pretty similar. Both have Cherry, both have media controls, both have multicolour backlighting. The only significant difference people notice is the build quality - the Logitech is cheap-ish feeling plastic, the Corsair is solid aluminium. So for the extra $20 you're paying for a most-likely longer lasting keyboard, and a nicer feeling one.
 
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