Is this a good build?

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($188.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock H97 Anniversary ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($71.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($77.16 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 270X 2GB Dual-X Video Card ($179.99 @ Amazon)
Case: NZXT H440 (White/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($63.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $781.69
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-21 18:18 EST-0500

Your going to want a better cooler, the stock intel ones are junk. Also for a buck cheaper, you can get the newer 4590 i5. Other than that, along with the psu being upgraded, this is a solid build.
 
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Is the psu a must for a upgrade because I'm on a budget, and would it be ok if I got the cpu cooler after like a month of use with the stock one, and why'd you change my motherboard? Sorry if this sounds stupid it's my first build



 

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Yes, the psu is a must. For a few bucks more you get more power from a more reliable brand. Corsair psu's are notorious for blowing caps after a few months use. You could wait to get the cooler, but your system will run really hot. I've seen them up in the range of 85-95 celcius, which could fry your cpu.
 
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Why a different motherboard?