First time build $1,200-$1,300

Nice build. Couple pieces I'd consider changing.

1. I'm not a fan of the base for that monitor. Had one, returned it. Felt like the stand would break rather easily and is not compatible with aftermarket stands.
2. A bigger hard drive, a few more dollars and get TB+.
3. You're building a fast machine, get a SSD which in my opinion is the best end user experience upgrade. A pc with a SSD will feel much quicker than one with a faster processor and platter drive.
4. Bigger PSU so you've got a little head room and enough juice for potential future additions.

If you're going to be gaming @ 1080p then you have some flexibility in your vid card.

To keep the total cost the same I'd go with a HD7870 or HD7850, if you need more horsepower grab another in the future, get a bigger platter drive, and a SSD.

Thank you for the feedback!
1. I'll think I will get a monitor with a better stand.
2. Now I'll get a larger hard drive (what do you think is a good speed for the hard drive?)
3. The SSD looks like a good idea but how many gbs would be good?
4. Sure I'll get a better PSU.
5. I'm a big fan of Nvidia so, do you think an asus gtx 660 non ti would be fine?

new build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/nw6D
anything to get the price a little lower?

Thanks g-unit1111 for the info

Best answer selected by gmf382.