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I've got 2 builds that I would like evaluated, they aren't much different except one kind of has the wants versus needs which makes it about $150 more. If you could check for compatibility of these parts with each other and if everything will fit in the case I've chosen with cords going the correct route.
My goal for this PC is to play Diablo 3 without having the computer make any noise. I know i've picked parts that cost a bit more but this was for quality and silent parts. Also I plan on having a dual monitor setup, will this be possible?
I am usually downloading songs or movies in the background, listening to music, streaming tv shows and movies, playing games, surfing the web or on excel, usually doing these simultaneously... Will this be possible silently with the i3 or do I need the i5?

This first build is the need: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/qftTTW

CPU: Intel Core i3-4160 3.6GHz Dual-Core Processor ($108.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($128.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($78.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($28.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $685.64

The second build is the want: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/fPLTTW

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($166.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($54.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($97.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($128.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic G 550W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($78.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($28.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $841.63

Thank you in advance for you input!
 
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Going to tell you right now, as Blizzard releases expansions, they up the system requirements, on their games. What might run stellar now, is not guaranteed to run as well come next expansion. WoW is a perfect example of this. In cata, my system with CF HD 5850's could run 60-100FPS, on Ultra all day long. Mists came out, and I had to turn things down to a mixture of good-high just to maintain 60. Spend more now, to avoid spending later. You always want to get the absolute best GPU you can afford, that will not bottleneck your CPU, as those tend to need upgraded, before a CPU will.
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a few personal notes, ignore all you want.

to save money now, you could hold off on the cpu cooler and install that later, as well as the 1tb hard drive, it's always cheap and easy to add storage down the road, that saves you 75 right there.

not sure what a 750ti on dual monitor is like
 
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Honestly neither system makes much sense to me. Sacrificing too much GPU performance here. This would be a more sensible approach.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($166.95 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Scythe BIG Shuriken 2 Rev. B 45.5 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($34.58 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 PRO4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($48.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($97.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card ($192.49 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair 100R ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($28.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $845.83
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-23 13:01 EDT-0400
 
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The 750 ti runs D3 at max settings in 1080p anywhere from 75-100 fps. Do I need more fps if that's the only game I'll ever play on the PC? Also will the 750 ti be able to run 2 monitors easily with 1 playing the game and the other watching a movie or something? If that doesn't work for 2 monitors then I'd upgrade to the 960, but I don't want to sacrifice the Define R5 case to get a better Video Card.
 
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Going to tell you right now, as Blizzard releases expansions, they up the system requirements, on their games. What might run stellar now, is not guaranteed to run as well come next expansion. WoW is a perfect example of this. In cata, my system with CF HD 5850's could run 60-100FPS, on Ultra all day long. Mists came out, and I had to turn things down to a mixture of good-high just to maintain 60. Spend more now, to avoid spending later. You always want to get the absolute best GPU you can afford, that will not bottleneck your CPU, as those tend to need upgraded, before a CPU will.
 
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Okay good point, money isn't the issue here. Was just going off of what was needed versus excessive but you've eliminated that question with future releases. I believe the GTX 960 will support dual monitors (correct me if i'm wrong). So the only questions I have is i3 versus i5? and why?
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($166.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H81-D3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($54.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($48.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($329.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Fractal Design Define S w/Window ATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($28.98 @ OutletPC)
Keyboard: Cooler Master CM Storm Devastator Gaming Bundle Wired Gaming Keyboard w/Optical Mouse ($27.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $844.86
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-23 17:49 EDT-0400
 
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Definitely i5, since you can afford it. The i3 is a dual core with hyperthreading, but the i5 is a full fledged quad core.
 
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