This is a second idea for a build I'm going for instead of my initial AMD build. Considering my choices, I'm probably going to be considering this build instead of my first idea, since I have very little use for the 8-cores processor. Maybe eventually I'll have a use for them, but I'm only going to be gaming, so this is sufficient for me as of now. I will do some overclocking, just to throw that out there.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/231PQ
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO
Motherboard: MSi Z87-G45 Gaming
RAM: Kingston HyperX 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3-1600
SSD: Kingston SSDNow V300 60GB
HDD: WD Caviar Blue 1TB 7200RPM
GPU: MSi R9 280X Gaming (Twin Frozr)
PSU: Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Semi-Modular
Optical: Samsung DVD/CD Writer
I'm always open to some suggestions, but I want to keep it at $1000 (I'm okay with going $50 over, since that's not much of an issue for me).
Get a bronze certified PSU not gold since you won't be running multiple graphics card you can use bronze just as good, anything 80+ is already top tear anyway, lose the optical drive unless you really need it (you can install the OS from a 8gb flash drive) and get a 60 gb Kingston v300 to run as your boot drive and some programs, huge performance boost.
I'll take note of the PSU, which would only be there until I do plan on Multi-GPU where I would also get another monitor. I'm keeping the Optical Drive because I still need it for other things. Besides, I'd like to have a hard-disk copy, as a fall-back plan in the worst-case scenario.
I honestly felt that the 500w was enough, but then again, overclocking it does require additional power (or I'm thinking of something else), so it is probably better to get a better PSU. My only problem with that PSU is that it's not at least Semi-Modular. I'd prefer to have only necessary cables, and if I have all these different cables that I don't use, it bothers me. It's not an OCD problem, is a necessity problem, cause I don't need those unused cables, so I shouldn't need those cables. That's why I'd prefer at least Semi-Modulars. But I do appreciate the insight on a slightly larger PSU from both you and Ghall, which lead me to consider the Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze. It will only bring up the $1000 build an additional $20, but that's easily pocket change right now.
Since the overall build looks sufficient otherwise, I'll probably have this as my template for Spring-time.
I always manage to survive with all non-modular PSUs, and find some area to stuff all the cables in. Even in a Mini ITX case. But if that's what suits you, then go ahead! Your build will look even neater, and you won't have as many cables routing behind your motherboard.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/237kf Worth the few extra bucks. Low profile ram 30nm all the bells and whistles, it's not too known about. Tear off the ugly heatsinks if you want they serve no purpose. Phanteks cpu cooler and that fractal design will keep your whole system cool through the overclocking.
get a samsund 840 evo as maindrive. i have one and it is the best thing ihabe ever done to my pc. it is satupid fast and i have some games on it and they start soo fast, bevore i have m y games on a wd blue and it takie half time to start bf4 or crysis
I never heard of Phanteks actually, so I can't trust that much money to them. I'd rather go with an incredibly well-known CPU cooler that's been tried and true, such as Cooler Master's Hyper 212 EVO. Maybe down the line when I have enough cash to spend, I'll give this one a whirl and see how well it performs against the EVO.
Now the Fractal Design is the one difference I do like. I've liked their cases for their simplicity and clean look. Though I also like the NZXT Phantom's for their "Cyber Futurist Technological" look if that makes any sense. If I ever want to do another PC Build, say for me or whomever, I'll probably use that Define R4 you suggested, unless Fractal Design comes out with some other nice cases in the future.
I do appreciate the suggestions, but I think I'll stick to my build, unless the prices change in my favor.
The phanteks beats the noctua nh-d14 in benchmarks and the thicker heatpipes are soldered better into the sink there is no visible air gap. Anyways, to maximize that evos efficiency you should lap the bottom. newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231550 same price better ram, enjoy your build.