Noob in dire need of help with gaming PC build!!!

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HelloMyNameIsNoob

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Hey, guys! This is going to be my first gaming PC build (http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Hfq36h). I picked these parts with a goal to future proof and not have to upgrade for at least 4 years while still maintaining good FPS while gaming. When I do upgrade, I am looking to only spend about $300-$400 (for sli). In addition, I am trying to keep everything lower than $1650. I thought it might be good to build this with my 9yr old son so I would like this go seamlessly. I conducted ALOT of research and I THINK these parts will work together fine... Well, that where you, experts, come in. Can you take a good look over and see if my research is correct? Also, any tips (before, during, and after building)? In addition, I am looking to OC my cpu and maybe my gpu. What do you recommend (speed, voltage, etc.)? Will my 212 evo suffice? Will I be jeopardizing the life of the components? All input is welcome! Thanks guys!
P.S. The list isn't very clear but I am going to be using a refurbished Phantom 410.
 
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Wolfshadw
There is no preference between Intel/NVidia (GTX cards) or Intel/AMD. There is no difference in longevity.

Here is an updated build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.99 @ Best Buy)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.44 @ Amazon)
Thermal Compound: Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5g Thermal Paste ($4.58 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($153.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill NT Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300...
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Evo 212 for OC'ing is plenty fine. About build, its a plenty good build. Only for the record, maybe you want to think about GPU to R9 390, maybe in the future you want to upgrade your monitor, if you will stay at 1080p , then 970 is fine.
 
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tbh with you there is no such thing as a future proof PC, u can buy the best of the best compatible parts and then want to upgrade within 3-4years, pc builds rely on your budget, and the speed that technology has been advancing over the last few years defends my point.
but your build seems fine to last the next 2-3 years
ps . no1 can predict how demanding games/VR/Resolution will be for upcoming games, for example the recommended specs for The division includes a gtx 970
 
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There is no preference between Intel/NVidia (GTX cards) or Intel/AMD. There is no difference in longevity.

Here is an updated build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($249.99 @ Best Buy)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.44 @ Amazon)
Thermal Compound: Arctic Silver 5 High-Density Polysynthetic Silver 3.5g Thermal Paste ($4.58 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z170-A ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($153.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill NT Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($43.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.88 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB SSC ACX 2.0+ Video Card ($325.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Red) ATX Mid Tower Case (Purchased For $0.00)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($84.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($17.78 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Gigabyte GC-WB867D-I 802.11a/b/g/n/ac PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.89 @ OutletPC)
Monitor: BenQ XL2411Z 144Hz 24.0" Monitor ($274.19 @ Amazon)
Keyboard: Rosewill RK-700M Wired Standard Keyboard ($11.98 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Logitech G502 Wired Optical Mouse ($49.99 @ Best Buy)
Other: Surge protector ($13.00)
Other: Splitter ($5.95)
Other: Qck mat ($7.59)
Other: Refurb 410 ($70.00)
Total: $1492.11
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-01-27 10:36 EST-0500

You don't need a Core I7 processor as there is little to no gain over the I5 series processor in games. The I5 will provide you with more than sufficient CPU power for games for the foreseeable future.
You certainly do not need DDR4-3000 RAM. DDR4-2400 is more than sufficient.
Another note on the graphics card is that you will need to remove the top 3.5" drive bay bank in order to install your graphics card.
Finally, I've never been a fan of USB devices that need to be installed all the time, so I switched your wireless adapter to a PCI-Ex1 internal.

-Wolf sends
 
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thats not true... and jst an advice get the asus Z170-A which is plenty for ur cpu and all and u can save like 40 bucks... use that 40 bucks to get a samsung evo 240 which has more capacity and way more faster and reliable than kingston..
and as for power u can sli two 980 with the 850w psu so i suggest get the 650w one but if u want more power for upgrades get the 750... and the evga B isnt a good model.. get the supernova g2 750w which is 81 dollars
 
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Here is my stab at it. I turned down your CPU to an i5 and turned up your CPU cooler to a Noctua NH-d15 which is highly regarded as the best air cooler on the market. I changed your monitor to the exact same TN panel offered by acer for a few bucks cheaper. I also changed you to a WD Black 1 TB drive and Changed you over to the faster Kingston HyperXfury edition ssd in the same size. I also changed you over to Faster and Cheaper GSkil ram. Then I poored what every you had left into one of the best PSU's on the market so you won't need to change that for some time to come. Let me know what you think.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($254.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.88 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus MAXIMUS VIII RANGER ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($199.99 @ B&H)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Kingston HyperX Fury 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital BLACK SERIES 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($72.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB SSC ACX 2.0+ Video Card ($293.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA P2 850W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($133.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSC0B DVD/CD Writer ($12.88 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: Edimax EW-7822UAC 802.11a/b/g/n/ac USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Monitor: Acer GN246HL 144Hz 24.0" Monitor ($236.54 @ B&H)
Keyboard: Rosewill RK-700M Wired Standard Keyboard ($11.98 @ Newegg)
Mouse: Logitech G502 Wired Optical Mouse ($49.99 @ Best Buy)
Other: Surge protector ($13.00)
Other: Splitter ($5.95)
Other: Qck mat ($7.59)
Other: Refurb 410 ($70.00)
Total: $1618.63
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-01-28 10:51 EST-0500
 
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going for higher wattage doesnt mean its better... for 970 u picked 850w???? a 650 or a 600 should be plenty for that build.
 
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Then select a 600 or a 650 watt PSU the reason for 850 is later expand ability. You know what sucks buying a 600w power supply then using around 500 550 watts unstable and then having to replace the entire power supply because its not enough for your computer and all its peripherals. A PSU is one of the primary components you don't want to have to replace much for years and years. You kind of build on it until it's no longer enough and upgrade it.
 
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