800$ Pc build based around a Gtx 960/970

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Hey guys my friend is looking to build a gaming pc for around 800 Usd or less. The computer must include:

Case
Cpu
Psu
Motherboard
Ram *8 Gigs*
Cpu fan *Not stock*
Gpu *Gtx 960/970*
Hard Drive *both SSD and a HDD*

I want a system based around a gtx 960 and a 970 preferably thanks for the help

 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG C7 40.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($49.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory ($42.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($87.89 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($49.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 960 2GB Superclocked Video Card ($179.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($64.99 @ Directron)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 550W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($74.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $780.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-01-20 21:56 EST-0500
 
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seems like a fairly solid build to me. however i would try and swap out the HDD for a WD black HDD because i have had bad experiences with there blue drives.
 
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iv owned 2, its worth the upgrade to the black drive. plus WD specifically states the use of the black drives is for gaming and other heaver tasks and there website. in my opinion its worth the extra 20 - 30 dollars for a superior experience.
 
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Actually, when given the choice.. most people would pick the black over the blue...
 
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Given the choice, I'd pick a 980Ti over a 950. But it costs more.
 
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I would redo this build to revolve around the GTX 970 (instead of the 960). Unless you're looking for an entry-level gaming system... it's not really worth it to buy the 960... and you, the ASKER, might be disappointed with it's performance.
 
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I'm not the asker. I created a build that fulfills exactly to his specifications. If you were to put in a 970, how exactly would you cut costs? Buying a crappy power supply that'll fry the system? An I3 CPU instead of the better I5?

Consider it a challenge 😉
 
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Actually, I was responding to the asker... I saw how you responded about the blue vs black drive... hehehe...
 
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A GTX 970 is $160 more. That would mean cheaper PSU and cheaper case (and I take PSU quality seriously, and who doesn't like a nice looking case and a full modular PSU?) Even then, you still have to cut $100. Lowering the CPU to an I3, and the SSD to 128GB does that trick. But realistically, lots of cuts there I don't want to take. Especially the CPU, an I5 is much better for gaming. Better to have a strong CPU and a weak GPU than a weak CPU and a strong GPU.
 
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I'm aware of the costs... I'm simply implying the asker will have to touch base with his "friend" and create a new budget for the build or make sacrifices... like perhaps getting rid of the one of the drives for now and adding it at a later time.
 
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Alright guys I got my answer, everyone has a right to their own opinion. I have a fair knowledge about pc's I just wanted a second oppinion to verify my thoughts, guy who recommended the build got best answer, thanks for the help pals
 
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