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This is my first build and could use some help. If someone could just look through make sure I didn't miss any compatibility issues or if you have some suggestions that could help that would be great. Thanks :)

 

Case: Cooler Master HAF X

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119225

 

Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming LGA 1150 Intel Z87

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=13-130-693

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116899

 

GPU: GTX 770 2gb

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127741

 

RAM: G.Skill Trident X Series 16gb+ G.Skill Fans (just because)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231588

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835236002

 

PSU: CORSAIR CSM Series CS550M 550W

 
Hard Drive: WD Black Series 1tb
 
Sound Card: Creative Sound Blaster z
 
CPU Cooler: CORSAIR Hydro Series H55 Quiet Edition Water / Liquid CPU Cooler. 120mm
 
I am also looking for tips on aesthetics and layout. if anyone find a part that doen't make sense and you have a better option PLEASE tell me. 
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This is my first build and could use some help. If someone could just look through make sure I didn't miss any compatibility issues or if you have some suggestions that could help that would be great. Thanks :)

 

Case: Corsair Obsidian 750D

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139024

 

Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming LGA 1150 Intel Z87

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=13-130-693

 

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116899

 

GPU: MSI R9 270 2GB 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127769

 

RAM: G.Skill Trident X Series 16gb+ G.Skill Fans (just because)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231588

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835236002

 

PSU: Silverstone Strider Gold S Series 750w

 
Hard Drive: WD Black Series 1tb
 
Sound Card: Creative Sound Blaster z
 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master V8 GTS
 
I am also looking for tips on aesthetics and layout. if anyone find a part that doen't make sense and you have a better option PLEASE tell me. 

 

 

If this system is for gaming your GPU needs to be vastly upgraded. R9 270 is a very middle of the road card. If you are getting a 4670k I would be thinking around a R9 280X or a GTX 770

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3 things that stick out to me:

 

You should have bought 2 8GB DIMMS instead of 4 4GB. (Just in case having 32GB become a thing in the future.) 

 

Dat GPU. You should have reallocated your budget to get a better card.

 

That case is overkill for such a system. The thing is gonna look empty.

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As @rhawthorne said. The case is a massive (great case). But for that build it's unnecessary. Try for a smaller case, like the 650d Obsidian or similar. The PSU is overkill, also. Anything 500 watts is good. The RAM, sure you said "just because". I would defo go for a cheaper kit like the corsair vengeance. With the money you save, upgrade the GPU to either a GTX 780 or R290.

 

Honestly, the noticeable affect you will get is from the GPU, while gaming. 

 

Put in a 60BG or 120GB SSD as your boot drive. Honestly the most important thing, after a good GPU. Is to have an SSD. The boot time and overall performance boost from an SSD against a HDD is MASSIVE!

 

Everything else is fine.

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I notice a lot of people pointing out the size of the case. I know it will look empty but it is the only one i could find in that price range that actually appealed to me. if you know one that looks similar plz tell me.

get a HAF-X it looks even better ,or a define R4, an 800D or a cooler master CM storm scout 2

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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I notice a lot of people pointing out the size of the case. I know it will look empty but it is the only one i could find in that price range that actually appealed to me. if you know one that looks similar plz tell me.

Corsair 450d, basically the same but with better airflow

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Please note I like the PSU as it could allow for upgrades in the future.

it does but if you will run some very high end GPU in dual configuration ,it will handle it yes, but will running at near 90% load ,it's Gold so it should be alright, but for me, i like to give my PSU some 25~30% headroom, so it lasts longer and runs cooler and quieter, it's just me

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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it does but if you will run some very high end GPU in dual configuration ,it will handle it yes, but will running at near 90% load ,it's Gold so it should be alright, but for me, i like to give my PSU some 25~30% headroom, so it lasts longer and runs cooler and quieter, it's just me

 

Any suggestions? I don't know much about PSU options.

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Any suggestions? I don't know much about PSU options.

just get a well branded one Cooler master,corsair ...80+ Gold would be good ,and up the wattage to like 800~850W just to be super sure it will handle it, if you aim to up the Graphics cards config ;)

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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just get a well branded one Cooler master,corsair ...80+ Gold would be good ,and up the wattage to like 800~850W just to be super sure it will handle it, if you aim to up the Graphics cards config ;)

Would this one work (i literally have no idea what psu to pick) CORSAIR CSM Series CS550M 550W?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139059

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Would this one work (i literally have no idea what psu to pick) CORSAIR CSM Series CS550M 550W?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139059

VERY GOOD ONE ,Corsair is well known to make very good PSUs ,GS Series is also a good choice

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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Wow, this is a great forum. 5 minutes and already this many posts and no trolls. I have been watching Linus for a long time and just decided to get an account to his website. Thanks for all the great suggestions :)

it's LTT ,the best out there ;)

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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Aesthetic appeal is one of my main concerns. 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119236

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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Would this one work (i literally have no idea what psu to pick) CORSAIR CSM Series CS550M 550W?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139059

if going for a GS 600 fits your budget it would be great ,just to give it some headroom as i saidhttp://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139023

 Crust : Intel Core i5 4690K @ 4.4Ghz 1.45v  |  Motherboard : MSI Z97 MPower  |  Fruity Filling : MSI GTX 960 Armor 2Way-SLI |  Cooling : Noctua NH-D15  |  RAM : 16GB Corsair Vengeance 1600Mhz | Storage : 2xSamsung 840 EVO 500GB SSDs Raid-0  |  Power Supply : Seasonic X-Series 1250W 80+Gold  |  Monitor : Dell U2713HM 27" 60Hz 1440p  |                                                                                                                                           

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