first gaming build V 2.0 (help)

Brokkensteel

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Hello again guys. I hope im not annoying anyone with so many question. After the suggestions I received on my last post I decide to rework some stuff because it seems I was wasting a bit of money that I didnt needed to, specially the case. ( http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/answers/id-2470224/build-1st-gaming-system.html ).
This is the current (i want to keep the price low without compromising anything or the future):

CPU: intel core i5 4690k 3.5ghz
GPU: gtx970?? (Brand)
RAM: (low price/good quality 1600mhz ddr ram) 1x 8gb stick (ill get another within the next 6months but not now)
Mobo: Asrock z97 extreme 3
Case: cooler master black k (night) 350 window (can I fit everything in here??)
PSU: cooler master G750M 750w (???)
SSD: Kingston SKC 300S37A120G 120GB (im keeping this because its the cheaper ssd I can get for under 90€. Is it bad?)
HDD: Seagate 1Tb (around 60~70€)

Now I have some new questions.
The case im choosing will be able to fit everything? Is the cooling good enough? I think it might but im not sure, plus I like the looks of it.
I definitely want a gtx 970 but which brand? At first I wanted the asus strix, but the I saw the evga ssx acx2.0 That was a bit more powerful but I like the asus strix and it seems to have a better build quality. Ive been reading and also seems the ones with less coil whining and less prone to bending. Ive seen some people talking about oc the adus strix.. how safe is that? I also have some doubts about the 6+2 power connections vs the strix using a 8pin connector. Whats the real difference? I could use some info on ram too. Ill add a second stick later. Same with cpu cooler and I might do the same with the HDD if I get a good price on a 225 (?) Gb ssd. All this addition can be done within 6months. Is that psu enough? I might be adding a 2nd gpu within 1~2years. And by then will the case still work or will I need to replace the case?
Is that mobo good enough to keep me for some time? Can I get a cheaper equaly good? Or should I be well served with this? Regarding the cpu cooler, will it fit the case? I want to say I plan on gaminh at 1080p and I will not be going higher probably.
Once again thank you for your help in my other post and for the fast answers.
Cumpz: brokkensteel
Ps: will this setup keep me gaming at high/ultra setting for long (3~4years) with a single gpu? Whst if I indeed add a second gtx 970 later on the road?
 
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1. Yes, u cam fot tjos om tjat case.
2.Cooling is fine as long as you don't overclock. If you do, get a cooler. Air: Cooler master 212 evo. Water: Corsair h60 or something along this line.
3. Gtx 970 I recommend Asus strix or MSI. Performance will vary at the very much like 5% in any gtx 970. 6+2 is the same than 8 in my understanding. That depends on the psu.
4. Ram does not really matter as long as it's over 1333mhz. If you add a second stick, take the same one.
5. CPU cooler above info.
6. Storage I personally recommend 120-250gb ssd and 1tb hdd. SSD: samsung evo. HDD: seagate barracuda.
7. PSU is more than enough. I have the same one only 650w and it's good, only a little noisy (at least mine). I would rather get a 620w seasonic...
The case seems a bit on the small size when it comes to internal size.
Here`s examples:
- can`t fit 160mm CPU coolers (145mm max)
- can`t fit GPU`s longer than 315mm.
Now, I mention this since my case is a mATX case, and can easily fit a 160mm cooler and up to 400mm GPU (I have a Silverstone SG09).

Regarding the GPU, I got the Gigabyte Gaming G1 yesterday, and that`s what I would recommend on top of all the others. It has a backplate, so no worries on bending, and I think the highest clocks between all 970`s.

Depending on your budget for the case, I would change it.
Two of my favourites are the Antec 1100 and the NZXT 410 Phantom.

Regarding SSD, the Kingston V300 is on the cheap side for a reason. Any extra money you spend on that is money well spent. The Samsung 840 Evo and Crucial MX100 are great SSDs, but there`s also a new model from Toshiba which seems nice, but can`t recall the model now.

I`m sure some members here will be able to provide you with some improved builds to suit your purpose.

Also, what`s your budget and location?
 
1. Yes, u cam fot tjos om tjat case.
2.Cooling is fine as long as you don't overclock. If you do, get a cooler. Air: Cooler master 212 evo. Water: Corsair h60 or something along this line.
3. Gtx 970 I recommend Asus strix or MSI. Performance will vary at the very much like 5% in any gtx 970. 6+2 is the same than 8 in my understanding. That depends on the psu.
4. Ram does not really matter as long as it's over 1333mhz. If you add a second stick, take the same one.
5. CPU cooler above info.
6. Storage I personally recommend 120-250gb ssd and 1tb hdd. SSD: samsung evo. HDD: seagate barracuda.
7. PSU is more than enough. I have the same one only 650w and it's good, only a little noisy (at least mine). I would rather get a 620w seasonic (it's like 60 bucks atm)
8. The case is ok with 2 gpus. It's the mobo you need to look at. It supports sli so no problem. Unless you have the case already I would strongly suggest getting a better case tho. I can personally vouch for the Define r4 or r5.
9. The mobo looks good. Cheaper? Just look on pcpartpicker for z97 mobos that support sli and get the cheapest one. Note that prices fluctuate a lot.
10. This setup should be great for the next 2 years on ultra. Past that it depends on the games but I think a second gpu might prove useful by that time. Keep in mind you will be able to buy a second hand one for like 200 bucks by then.

That was long lol. Ask more if you need to but try to make the questions more clear in the future, thx.
 
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