Desktop Recommendations?

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  1. TimePlaysGames
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    8gb of RAM is fine for gaming.

    You only need 16gb if you're doing things like 3D rendering.
     
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    It was 270 last week at my microcenter, but even then it only saves you 30-40 bucks

    Or if you're running 2 minecraft accounts, a recording software, spotify, and 10 chrome tabs, like me then 16gb is pretty useful lol
     
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    So here's what I'm planning on doing:

    CPU:Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($317.99 @ SuperBiiz)
    CPU Cooler:Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($89.99 @ Amazon)
    Motherboard:MSI Z97 PC MATE ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($81.89 @ OutletPC)
    Memory:Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($49.89 @ OutletPC)
    Storage:Samsung 850 EVO-Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($64.68 @ OutletPC)
    Storage:Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($47.78 @ OutletPC)
    Video Card:MSI GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card ($319.99 @ SuperBiiz)
    Case:NZXT S340 (Black/Blue) ATX Mid Tower Case ($75.99 @ SuperBiiz)
    Power Supply:EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($82.99 @ SuperBiiz)
    Operating System:Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit) ($89.75 @ OutletPC)
    Monitor:Acer G257HU smidpx 60Hz 25.0" Monitor ($259.99 @ B&H)
    Razer BlackWidow Chroma: ($167.99 @ Amazon)
    Razer Death Adder Chroma Mouse: ($58.70 @ Amazon)
    RAZER GOLIATHUS SPEED EDITION - SMALL: ($14.99 @ Razerzone)

    I hope this isn't a lot..
     
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    Your motherboard has room for 32 gb, so why not just upgrade to 16gb ram right away? It only costs like 80 bucks more, and you'll most likely want to do it in the future.

    Just a heads up when you're setting up pc make sure to put the Os on the ssd otherwise it won't run as fast.

    For this pc which will get over 500 fps, your monitor is total s***. Go buy a 144 hz monitor you can get a 24 inch for about the same price.
    If you know what the difference between a 144hz monitor, and a 60hz is just skip this, but if you don't I'm going to explain it. Monitors have refresh rates, and their refresh rates are measured in hz. 60hz= 60 fps maximum visible
    144hz = 144 fps maximum visible. The difference is huge for gaming, and it'll just look gorgeous and smooth compared to a 60 hz.


    Amazon.com: ASUS VG278HE 27-Inch Screen LED-lit Monitor 144hz 2ms: Computers & Accessories

    27 inch 144 hz monitor if you really want best of the best
    $350

    Amazon.com: Asus VG248QE 24-Inch LED-Lit Monitor: Computers & Accessories

    24 inch 144 hz monitor for pretty much the same price as the one you found except this is 10x better.

    Edit: just found out the monitor you listed is 1440p, but the 144hz is still better for gaming tbh unless you were a graphics designer, or obsessed with pixel density I don't see a need for a 1440p monitor. Or unless you want to spend 900 dollars on a 1440p 144hz monitor lol not even kidding that's how much they cost.

    Aside from that this pc will be fantastic for gaming. Don't totally understand why you're spending 200 bucks on razer products. I just don't like the price, but I can't argue with how good they are for gaming.

    Also one last thing I would check around some other places online, cause for most of these parts you're paying top dollar. And like I said if you have a microcenter even within like 2 hours of you, go and buy all of this stuff there. It would save you like 200 bucks not even kidding.
     
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  6. ItzFrog
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    Okay, thanks Joe. I'll get that monitor instead seeing that it is 10x better. ;p
     
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    I am probably going to take off the mouse and mouse pad and just get the keyboard because I already have this mouse: Amazon.com: E-Blue Mazer II 2500 DPI Wireless Gaming Mouse (EMS601BKAA-NF): Computers & Accessories

    Do you have any recommendations on a mouse that isn't over 30-40$?
     
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    You going to be doing a lot of MC pvp, or fast paced shooting games? If so you would probably want a mouse with a fast response time. Tbh if you want to only spend like 20 bucks more, just get the death adder chroma. I really wanted to get it, but my parents wouldn't let me ;(. If not, check out steelseries they are a bit cheaper than razer, and still great. You can always get a generic gaming mouse too, you just need to make sure it has a high dpi. Higher dpi = better quality, and much more sensitive to small movements. Basically it's just better for gaming.
     
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    I am looking to do games like gta and pvp. ;p Maybe cs go, cod, you get the idea. ;p
     
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    I would just do the death adder or a steel series then.
     
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    Okay, I decided not to get the keyboard until later. It is too much right now and I already have one.
     

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