My first PC build - Is there anything wrong that I can fix or improve?

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KrisMemes

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Here is my first PC build, I'm going to use it mainly for high graphics gaming. I want it to be very powerful and my budget is about $2000. I'm open to any suggestions and any feedback would be great!

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel - Core i7-7700K 4.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($326.48 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua - NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($88.15 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus - STRIX Z270-E GAMING ATX LGA1151 Motherboard
Memory: Corsair - Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($126.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung - 850 EVO-Series 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($365.13 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB Founders Edition Video Card ($699.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Phanteks - Enthoo Pro M Tempered Glass ATX Mid Tower Case ($107.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA - SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1789.71
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-07-04 20:39 EDT-0400
 
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A few questions if you don't mind:
- I've heard that Intel CPUs are slightly better for high graphics gaming than AMD CPUs. Is this true? And if so, is the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 that much more cost efficient than the Intel i7 7700k making it worth to save money for a slightly worse CPU? (Even though I definitely have enough money for an Intel CPU)
- Is it always better to get both an SSD and an HDD? (I've already realized that it is much cheaper and I'm considering it)
- Is there any real difference in the manufacturer/style of a 1080 Ti?
- Should I just buy a cheaper motherboard that is compatible and has features for gaming instead of a more expensive one? (Mainly just wondering if the Motherboard matters that much for gaming)

You don't have to answer all of these questions but I just simply want to know why this PC build is better because I'm generally interested and want to know more about PC building.

Thank you for your time and I'm looking forward to your response!
 
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Mike3k24

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Well first I'm not sure where you heard that from but when you're at higher res gaming you're more GPU bound so really any CPU is capable. The 1600 imo is better because it's capable of being overclocked on any b350 board and is also more future proof.
Its not really a thing of it being "better" to always get an HDD + SSD. But I always find it better to have the combo because you can hold much more.
The differences between the 1080ti's are just a matter of some being faster and some being slower.
 
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