My $1200 build

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CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($159.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Motherboard: ASRock 970 Extreme3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($59.99 @ NCIX)
Memory: Kingston Predator Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($55.69 @ Amazon Canada)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($89.79 @ DirectCanada)
Video Card: Zotac GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($329.99 @ Memory Express)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($53.13 @ DirectCanada)
Case Fan: Cougar Vortex 64.5 CFM 140mm Fan ($11.69 @ DirectCanada)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($84.99 @ Memory Express)
Monitor: Asus VW246H 24.0" Monitor ($212.00 @ Vuugo)
Headphones: Razer Electra Essential Gaming & Music Headset Headset ($50.50 @ Vuugo)
Total: $1192.75
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)

Hi, I was doing a $1200 build. Is this good? I've been editing my build for over a month now. I heard that the 770 will go on sale soon so I chose it over the Asus r9 280x. Also, I'm not getting the 8350 because it's $30 more (or 40) so I don't think it's worth it.
Should I trust rebates?
 
Hi, build looks good. Only thing you can buy cheaper is cpu cooler.

Then this is good choice.http://pcpartpicker.com/part/phanteks-cpu-cooler-phtc12dxbk

MoBo is maybe not best one. Asus EVO is maybe better.

And if looking good monitor for cheap price then this is the one.
Bit pricy but quality is way better.
http://www.amazon.com/QNIX-QX2710-Evolution-LED-2560x1440/dp/B00CAKD6LI

Nowremember that this monitor is same level as the Dell 27" 800$ price monitor. :) Still price is just under 400.
 
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CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($159.99 @ NCIX)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.46 @ DirectCanada)
Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($99.75 @ Vuugo)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport XT 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($76.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Toshiba 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($86.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Video Card: Galaxy GeForce GTX 770 4GB Video Card ($379.99 @ NCIX)
Case: Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case ($53.13 @ DirectCanada)
Case Fan: Cougar Vortex 64.5 CFM 140mm Fan ($11.69 @ DirectCanada)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 750W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($82.14 @ DirectCanada)
Monitor: Asus VS229H-P 21.5" Monitor ($152.50 @ Vuugo)
Headphones: Razer Electra Essential Gaming & Music Headset Headset ($50.50 @ Vuugo)
Total: $1180.12
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-23 05:47 EST-0500)

this would be better. upgraded mobo and 770 is 4gb. also, i got faster ram, and replaced cpu cooler with hyper 212
 
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