Is this build balanced?

[JimBobWales]

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($33.24 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Pro4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: A-Data XPG V2 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($72.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($339.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 300R ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.00 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $960.18
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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I just need some final thoughts before I order the parts. It's for a friend with a budget of about $1000. Main use would be for gaming (Crysis 3, BF 4, Civ V, AC 4, Witcher series, ...)

I threw in the evo in case he wants to over clock it later (He's expresed some interest in overclocking)

 

[shortstuff_mt]

The build looks pretty good, but there are a couple minor adjustments that can be made.

The CX line of PSUs is Corsair's budget line. You can do better for the money. SeaSonic S12II 620 Bronze 620W $69.99 @ Newegg

I would get some 1866MHz CAS 9 RAM. G.SKILL Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-1866C9D-8GAB $77.99 @ Newegg

 

[Gamingforce]

Yes, this is a balanced build. He would get 60+ FPS on Crysis 3, BF 4, AC 4 etc. Other contributors please correct me if i'm wrong but this seems like a really nice build to me.

 

[JimBobWales]

The build looks pretty good, but there are a couple minor adjustments that can be made.

The CX line of PSUs is Corsair's budget line. You can do better for the money. SeaSonic S12II 620 Bronze 620W $69.99 @ Newegg

I would get some 1866MHz CAS 9 RAM. G.SKILL Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-1866C9D-8GAB $77.99 @ Newegg

ok Both of those sound good. Would you suggest extra fans for the case? It comes with 1 120 and 1 140 mm. I can fit five additional 140 mm fans but not sure if it's at all necessary.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

The fans are probably sufficient, but a nice 140mm top fan would be nice. I run this fan in the top of my case and I really like it.

Corsair Air Series AF140 Quiet Edition CO-9050009-WW 140mm High Airflow Case Fan $20.99

 

[JimBobWales]

The fans are probably sufficient, but a nice 140mm top fan would be nice. I run this fan in the top of my case and I really like it.

Corsair Air Series AF140 Quiet Edition CO-9050009-WW 140mm High Airflow Case Fan $20.99

How about side panel fans? Do they provide any real world benefit? Specially since the gpu already has a fairly well rated cooler as it is.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I haven't used side panel fans for a long time. They usually interfere with tower style CPU coolers like yours. I prefer to just set the case up with a nice front to rear/top airflow.

 

[JimBobWales]

I haven't used side panel fans for a long time. They usually interfere with tower style CPU coolers like yours. I prefer to just set the case up with a nice front to rear/top airflow.

Alright, thanks for your help

 

[shortstuff_mt]

Any time. Good luck with the build!