Not only is future proofing a useless endeavor, but the i5-4690K will be more than powerful enough for years to come with your usage. X99 seems kind of absurd with just gaming, and the 4690K is more than enough for occasional streaming.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type | Item | Price |
---|---|---|
CPU | Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor | $224.95 @ SuperBiiz |
CPU Cooler | Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler | $74.99 @ Mwave |
Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $114.99 @ SuperBiiz |
Memory | PNY XLR8 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $53.99 @ Amazon |
Memory | PNY XLR8 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $53.99 @ Amazon |
Storage | Crucial MX100 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $199.99 @ Adorama |
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card (2-Way SLI) | $554.99 @ Amazon |
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB Superclocked ACX 2.0 Video Card (2-Way SLI) | $554.99 @ Amazon |
Case | Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $107.99 @ SuperBiiz |
Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $94.99 @ NCIX US |
Monitor | Acer B286HK ymjdpprz 60Hz 28.0" Monitor | $380.98 @ Newegg |
Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts | ||
Total | $2416.84 | |
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-07 20:58 EST-0500 |