Hello and some advice for 2015

[BCShak]

First Hello to everyone here. I've scanned through the Forums for some time but now need some advice from the community here.

I've been building since I was 10 yrs, so DIY isn't a problem. My issue is keeping up with the latest Hardware/Software. I like gaming, but don't have much time to do it. However when I do game, I want to have the best experience possible.

My current rig is outdated and I'm looking to get the following build.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/pHLYhM

I have other HDD's for the additional storage.

My Budget is $1500 (excluding Monitor, KB, and Mouse) I would like it to last for at least 5 years.
I plan on getting Windows 10. Should I wait until it's released to upgrade? I plan on getting a second card some time later as I will also be getting a new monitor, at least a 24" WHQD.

I know this isn't much info but would this work?

Other Thoughts:
I've been considering getting a PS4 since that will very likely be good for another 6 yrs. Won't look as good but will do a good job at $400 base.

Many thanks

 

[logainofhades]

You want Z97 board, to go with that CPU. DDR3 2400 is a waste of $$$. I would do something more like this.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($319.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($30.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-GAMING 5 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($146.98 @ OutletPC)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($104.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($343.99 @ B&H)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 ATX Mid Tower Case ($107.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($108.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Asus BW-12B1ST/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($64.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1368.79
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-20 15:47 EST-0500

 

[BCShak]

I never have nor intend to do any overclocking. I like having the extra performance, just in case, but is it worth the extra cash? Would this last me for at least 5 yrs.

 

[logainofhades]

I generally do not think overclocking is worth extra $$$. How long a system will last, is not something that can easily be determined, as tech can change so quickly. Here is a non overclocking, but SLI capable, option for you. Still i7 performance, but less $$$ and no integrated graphics, that you will not be using anyway.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1231 V3 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($245.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme3 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($117.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX100 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($104.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card ($349.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($107.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Power Supply: EVGA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($104.99 @ Amazon)
Optical Drive: Asus BW-12B1ST/BLK/G/AS Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer ($73.13 @ Amazon)
Total: $1245.06
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-26 14:54 EST-0500