Looking for advice on possible gaming build.

[NavalTech86]

So I am in the market for a new computer build. My previous build which I put together as well, has lasted over eight years. It is slowly dying and I figured it was past due to upgrade to some new technology.

I have put together what I think would work well for gaming, though I would appreciate some (helpful) feedback. I am somewhat flexible on price, though would prefer to stay around what i'm currently at. The build I have priced is right around 1300, and lets say I can spend up to 2000, though I'd prefer to stay lower.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($224.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($99.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($129.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Trident X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($129.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Sandisk Extreme Pro 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($139.95 @ Adorama)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 280X 3GB Black Edition Double Dissipation Video Card ($247.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: NZXT Noctis 450 ATX Mid Tower Case ($139.99 @ NZXT)
Power Supply: Corsair 760W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($159.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1325.27
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-28 15:07 EDT-0400


Thank you for any advice and suggestions you might have.

 

[TNT27]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Xeon E3-1231 V3 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($231.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock H97M PRO4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($79.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($323.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($58.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1025.28
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-28 15:15 EDT-0400

And if you are intrested in overclcking and dual gpu ready:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($316.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14CS_BK 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus Z97-A ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($129.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($109.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.95 @ SuperBiiz)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($52.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($323.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Corsair SPEC-01 RED ATX Mid Tower Case ($47.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: EVGA 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($118.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Total: $1295.37
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-04-28 15:19 EDT-0400

For best future proofing Id also look into the X99 platform

 

[NavalTech86]

Thank you, I'll definitely have to adjust my build.

I'm not familiar with the X99 platform though. What is that?

 

[Bossyfins]

X99 is aimed for those who need to work/productivity. They are generally used for major applications like AutoC4d and Video Editing.

However, X99 also brings more PCI Lanes, so you could do 3-4 way SLI.


Personally, the 4790k will last you a while before you need to upgrade. Maybe 4-5 years.

 

[NavalTech86]

Yeah, I definitely do not plan to do any video editing or CAD. So I might just go with the build from up above.

Also, one thing I forgot to mention was the four cats living with us, and hardwood floors. So I would need a case that can resist cat hair as best as possible.

Not sure if that case will be able to do that, or if I should be looking at something like the CoolerMaster HAF.

 

[TNT27]

Case is just personaly preference really, i enjoy sub 60$ cases that get the job done well. However Id suggest looking into Fractual Design's cases such as the r4/r5, and corsair's carbide 500r. There are many great cases out there, and also many poor cases. Just come up with a list of one's you like and toms will work the magic and help you find the best quality one's out of it.

 

[Bossyfins]

H440 is one of the cases known to block dust and hair. Also the Enthoo Pro, but TNT suggestions are nice as well.