Looking to complete my build have $300-$400 for PCU and Mobo

MeatWallet

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Hello all, I'm looking for some help finalizing my build. I was going to with a 2500k but with the recent problems resulting in no one selling them I'm looking for other options. I realize that nothing will touch the 2500k in the same price range but I don't think I have time to wait until the problems are fixed. What kind of timeline are we looking at anyway for them to fix the problems and releases more mobos? Do you think prices will be around the same as they were when releases? I have pretty much everything else as you will see below.

Approximate Purchase Date: Within the next two weeks


Budget Range: $300-$400

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, HTPC, surfing the internet.


Parts Not Required: PSU
Ram
CPUhttp://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150477&Tpk=XFX 5850
HDD
OS
I'm also reusing my old Alienware Aurora case and 24" monitor, mouse, keyboard and Audio card.

Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Amazon, I have $220 in gift cards I'd like to use. I also have a $15 gift card to Newegg.

Country of Origin: USA

Parts Preferences: by brand or type Whatever the best for the money.

Overclocking: Yes


SLI or Crossfire:Maybe eventually but I doubt it


Monitor Resolution: 1920zx1080


Additional Comments: Just looking for the best for the money.