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i5 12600K is probably the way to go

That's a pretty well balanced system. However, spending a little more will get you a 12600k + Z690 combo which is far superior.

What software are you using to stream? OBS has an option (NVENC) where you can encode using your GPU instead of CPU, taking the load off your CPU. I've set up PCs with even 9th Gen i3s streaming smoothly using this method. Might be worth checking out. Also, 16GB RAM is kinda a minimum for...

I agree there should be an R9 270 for ~$160. Also, 2x R9 280s for $400?

You could build a much faster setup for $1200. You'll be looking at something like a i5 4690K and a R9 290. Watch this on how to build a PC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPIXAtNGGCw

Agree with the above. Why the kickass card with the weak CPU? If you are really really tight with your budget, get a R9 280 and a i3 at least.

That's a good price you are getting for the 280X. I'd suggest taking it.

8/4 pin for the CPU?

HD7770. The GTX650 is more or less equal to a HD7750.

What budget are you working with? If it's around $600, here's what I'd suggest. Core i3 4130 - $115 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EUUKVXM/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00EUUKVXM&linkCode=as2&tag=banforbucga08-20&linkId=SJY2WUV3XBU6YAKE Gigabyte...

I'd recommend an i3 + B85 combo.

Yes.

Go for the XFX unit.

Don't the links I gave you have better prices than some of those? (CPU, monitor?)