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Dromio

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Hey, guys. I'm looking to buy a new custom pc within the week and could use some help. I'm on a $1700-1750 budget, and I'll be going through ncixus.com for parts and assembly.

System usage priorities (from greatest to least): illustration/video editing, internet use, gaming

The build should perform decently with next gen games, in the short term, but I prioritize durability -- something which will hold up for 5+ years with the least possible need for disassembly and maintenance. Also mandatory is an air-cooling system.

I have a future interest in overclocking, but I don't want a cpu which I'll have to worry about temperature or constantly have to fiddle with the settings, even at stock speed, just to keep cool and well-preserved. I also don't want a massive heat sink - I'm considering the cooler master hyper 212 evo, but I wouldn't want anything much bigger than that. Noise is not really a factor.

I'd also like a motherboard with quality built in sound.

OS: Windows 8
SLI or Crossfire: Maybe
Current monitor resolution: 1280x1024 (I've no interest in upgrading yet)
Location: MS, US

So I put together this (scroll down to see the actual components), but to be clear, I'm not dead set on anything listed. I've had the most trouble trying to balance air-cooling with cpu speed. I guess it goes without saying I'm looking for the highest performance parts, with these priorities in mind -- I'm ready to use every dollar in budget to assure I get a quality computer. Any help is appreciated.
 
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($329.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G55 SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($116.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($142.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($104.99 @ Mac Mall)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($99.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card ($655.91 @ Newegg)
Case: Rosewill THOR V2 ATX Full Tower Case ($110.49 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Smart M 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($79.99 @ Micro Center)
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224DB/RSBS DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Wireless Network Adapter: TP-Link TL-WN721N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($12.29 @ B&H)
Total: $1788.58
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-14 01:45 EDT-0400
 
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Ok. So maybe a i7-4770K because you wanted to use a Hyper 212 Evo.

Yes I think you should of with either Cooler Master or NZXT cases as they have excellent air flow. But this may be beyond your budget. :)
 
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Ok. So maybe a i7-4770K because you wanted to use a Hyper 212 Evo.

Yes I think you should of with either Cooler Master or NZXT cases as they have excellent air flow. But this may be beyond your budget. :)
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I've considered the i7-4770K as well, but I've heard similar things about heat issues with it and many others of the i7 series. Like I said, I'm not settled on any of the parts I picked - if there's a better heat sink out there (that's not absolutely massive), I want to know.

I chose a Cooler Master case in my components list in the OP for that reason exactly - air flow and cooling, in general, is a top priority of mine. It's just a question of balancing processor power and what you can actually get done with an air cooling system. And I'm not yet sure how far I have to ratchet back. :??:
 
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This statement doesn't make any sense.

There's a little confusion here in regards to the i7-4770K vs i7-4970K. The 4970K is an updated version of the 4770K that was updated with better power delivery and a better thermal compound for better overclocking and cooler temps. The 4770K should not even be considered since it is slower and runs hotter than the 4970K. The Hyper 212 EVO will cool the 4970K just fine and allow for a bit of an overclock as well. The 4970K runs at least 10 degrees cooler than the 4770K.
 
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Yes there are many great one. The best manufacturer I know but ugly if you don't mind is Noctua. If you like the manufacturer then go with the Noctua NH-D14.

Yes go with a CM case they are excellent.
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I've considered the NH-D14, but it's one of those beasts that looks like it'd be hell to work around and maintain. If I decide I'll need a massive fan to get the processing power I want, it'll likely be this one.. or maybe the Alpenfohn K2.
 
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Yes that's good too and have great reviews. But personally I would go with the Noctua. 😀

In the end it is your choice. :)
 
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The Hyper 212 EVO will cool the 4970K just fine and allow for a bit of an overclock as well.
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Can you provide any links for stats or tests on this -- I've only been researching the past few days, but I've only heard advice against.
 
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