Need a build centered around an i5-6600k! Advice for new Moba etc

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Trying for a new build. Havent built a comp before, i think i can do it. I Was going for this BUT:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($223.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($78.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($94.99 @ Adorama)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($65.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 960 4GB Video Card ($209.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($74.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.88 @ Mac Mall)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 OEM (64-bit) ($89.95 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1044.72



If im going to spend a grand, i might as well upgrade to the newer stuff right? I have no idea about this stuff though. The 6600k did way better, and id like to futureproof my build to a degree
 
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1) never buy ram separately. it is sold in kits and the modules are tested together. separately purchased sticks have a chance of not working together. for a few dollar difference it is pointless to buy them separate.

2) haswell is still relevant and will last for years to come. skylake will provide a slight performance increase, but if this is for gaming the premium may not be worth it. the gains you'll get from putting the money into your gpu and haswell instead of skylake will provide you with better future proofing for games.

3)kingston ssdnow drives cost more and are very low quality compared to some of the other lower priced ssd drives like the #1 rated samsung 850 evo.

4) the nex series of evga's power supplies (or b1) do not provide the quality you should be looking for in this type of system. pick the next step up which is the b2 series.

5) a gtx 960 is not a prefferd card for 1080p gaming. if you can afford a 970 or a r9 390 your games will run smooth.

6) the board you selected is a little on the low end side for overclocking. i'd recommend something better for sure.
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($223.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($132.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($32.00 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($81.49 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus Radeon R9 390 8GB Video Card ($294.99 @ Micro Center)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($43.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($15.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit) ($89.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1070.26
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-29 22:19 EST-0500
 
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Ok wow, ive been doing a little research and the newer build i came up with is very similar to yours! Thanks btw, thats awesome


this is what i came up with... my queston is whats the difference between the PowerColor Radeon and Asus Radeon?
Also, what about the motherboard? Would you recommend the one you chose, or the one i found? I modified the System Builder Marathon Q4 Build


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

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($279.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170XP-SLI ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($133.55 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($149.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: PowerColor Radeon R9 390 8GB PCS+ Video Card ($298.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: LG WH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($43.89 @ Amazon)
Total: $1196.34
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-29 22:35 EST-0500
 
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i usually recommend the msi z170a gaming m5. the gigabyte one will definitely get the job done though. the popular budget one is the asus z170-a

your build looks nice. i would personally stick to sapphire or msi for the r9 390. if you are between the asus and power though, go asus.
 
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you know, i think ill go with the MSI.

thanks for the advice man!

 
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