How does this gaming build look?

kian2attari

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Hello!

I have never built a PC before. I was looking to make a PC mostly for gaming and also some (little, I am just learning) programming and heavy normal desktop usage and whatnot.

I have done a bit of research and have come up with this.
I have not decided on the Motherboard yet.
I may overclock in the future(not extreme overclock) and I really doubt I will ever use SLI. I am looking for a mobo that fits in the price range which is the best for gaming(z97) and still offers as many features as possible.
I am looking at the Extreme 4, Gigabyte HD3, or MSI gaming 5. Which would suit my needs for the best price.
Any other suggestions are welcome!
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/36FDFT

I wanted to ask for any opinions or suggestions on the build(especially things like the case which I care more about the interior of) . My budget is around $1000 and I live in the US.

I am mostly looking for around 60+fps on 1080x1920(even better if more is possible) or the best graphics possible for atleast a couple more years. I normally play the new games like Battlefield, Dying Light, COD, Far Cry etc

Thank you!
 
Solution
Great build for the price, go for Z97 Extreme4, it's usually around $120 and supports SLI, has M.2 slot and is an overall great board. Or you can go for it's younger brother, the Extreme3, which's around $100 and supports SLI, but lacks M.2.

All of the motherboards that you listed are good. You may want to include the Extreme 6 and the Asus Z97 Pro or A in your list. I would choose a better quality power supply in the 600-650 watt range. Seasonic, , XFX, EVGA some great choices for power supplies.