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Hello i was planning to build my first computer tower for around $1,000. I was planning to do some overclocking and some heavy gaming. I have the parts already pick out and would like to know what you think. If you guys have a better build for the price please let me know. Im not buying any hdd, monitors, keyboard, mouse, etc. since i own them already. And what do you guys preferred 2500k or 3570k? Oh and i would like this build to last atleast 5years that's why i went with the sabertooth, and i want it to be futureproof.

Intel Core i5-3570K $230
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z77 $250
XFX Double D HD-695X-CDFC Radeon HD 6950 2GB $240
G.SKILL Sniper Low Voltage Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) $50
SeaSonic X Series X650 Gold ((SS-650KM Active PFC F3)) 650W $140
Noctua NH-D14 (for overclocking) $85
EVERCOOL SB-RV Ever Lubricate Rocket V system cooler $13
 
I wouldn't bother with the Pci slot cooler, but otherwise looks solid
I'm not up on the latest Intel chips, but I know the 2500k is a solid proven choice without the heat issues associated with I.b. chips and good clockers to boot
I see no reason not to pull the trigger though, just make sure that your case will support the 6950's length
Moto
 

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Do you have any case in mind? I would preferred it to be under $100, and i like blue leds or red
 

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Thats fine with me, ill probably crossfire later on when i have money with another 69xx graphic card