Are my desktop parts compatible? First time build.

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CPU: Intel Core i7-7700K
CPU cooler: NZXT Kraken X62 280mm
Memory/RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 3000MHz 16GB (2x8GB)
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070
Motherboard: Asus ROG Maximus X Hero Z370
Power supply: Corsair RM750
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO 500GB SSD

I have intentionally not picked a case yet, as I need help with what is suitable for these parts. As far as I can tell I need a full-tower, water cooler supporting case. I care more about practicality and performance than fancy designs and light weight, but I want black colour.

As for network connection, I prefer wifi over ethernet, but I am dependent on stable connection. Do I need a wifi adapter for that? If so, I found this one "Asus PCE-AC68".

If there is anything I have missed, please inform me - I need guidance. Sound card seems to be included with the motherboard, but I don't even know if the motherboard I picked is a good choice.

I know the Intel Core i7-8700K CPU is on the market now, but the performance on the 7700k appears to be more reliable unless you overclock and use all threads/cores for all games.
 
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If you are building from scratch and don't mind paying the extra money for 8th gen, nothing wrong with the i7-8700k and the Z370 motherboard.

Though the i7-7700k is a decent 'budget' choice right now. The cheapest unlocked i7 right now.

Certainly if you are getting an i7-7700k, the only logical choice is Z270 chipset motherboards. Yes, the IX Formula qualifies, but it is a very expensive motherboard. Better off with something like an ASUS Strix Z270F or if you still want ROG, the Hero IX.
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That is very helpful, thank you. In that case, I rather sacrifice my motherboard than my cpu, since I really want the 7700k. How do I find a Kaby Lake motherboard? Does "
Asus ROG Maximus IX Formula" quality as Kaby Lake?

 
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Any 7th gen mobo. I would buy a Z270, H270 or B250 mobo. If you want to use the 7700k. They'll more compatible with the 7700K

Don't buy a H110, Z170, or B150 mobo.

These will need a BIOS update to support the 7700k. And you'll have to buy or borrow a Skylake CPU to do it
 
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If you are building from scratch and don't mind paying the extra money for 8th gen, nothing wrong with the i7-8700k and the Z370 motherboard.

Though the i7-7700k is a decent 'budget' choice right now. The cheapest unlocked i7 right now.

Certainly if you are getting an i7-7700k, the only logical choice is Z270 chipset motherboards. Yes, the IX Formula qualifies, but it is a very expensive motherboard. Better off with something like an ASUS Strix Z270F or if you still want ROG, the Hero IX.
 
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You make good points, and I'm now considering i7-7700k with ASUS Strix Z270F - so I saved a lot of money there. I also looked at your build, but I can't tell what is water cooler or not. Does your case support water cooling? Is your cooler a water cooler? I looked at this case "Fractal Design Define R5 Black Pearl Windowed". Looks cool, but I am concerned if it supports water cooling, and if its big enough to fit the parts I listed.
 
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The Define R5 is capable of water cooling, though I don't think it is best case in terms of airflow.

"120mm Fans
Top: 3 x 120/140 mm fan (not included)
Bottom: 2 x 120/140 mm fan (not included)
Side: 1 x 120/140 mm fan (not included)

140mm Fans
Front: 2 x 120/140 mm fans (included is 1 Fractal Design Dynamic GP14 fan, 1000 RPM speed)
Rear: 1 x 120/140 mm fan (included is 1 Fractal Design Dynamic GP14 fan, 1000 RPM speed)

Extensive water cooling support for a case of this size; housing radiators up to 420mm in the top and 360mm in the front."

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Yes, my case supports water cooling, very much so. I have two 280mm radiators and 7 140mm fans. As I recall the case is capable also of dual 360mm radiators, and a rear mounted 120mm/140mm if needed . I like fairly simple cases, so the mid-range Phanteks Enthoo Pro M met all my needs.

The core of my cooling system is an old Swiftech H240-X. Which is a pre-filled CPU cooler with the capability to expand into custom water cooling. I think it is the Swiftech Apogee XL that it comes with. I took that route and have it also cooling my GTX1080 along with the additional 280mm radiator in the loop. (It used to cool my i7-4770k and two GTX980 equally well, with only an additional thick 120mm radiator in place of the second 280mm)

Swiftech H240-X (Or the new H240X-2) is essentially a Radiator/Reservior/Pump combo that comes with a CPU block. I added a GPU block, new fittings, and an additional radiator to expand it into a custom cooling loop.

It was much more convenient for me, especially in my older case, to not have to mount a reservoir or pump. (I actually prefer the look of the integrated solution)
 
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