High-end PC (gaming) 4.5k Need advisement

[blayker699]

Hello

So basically I'm going to home built my first gaming desktop and i would really love if you guys could point out if i chose bad parts that don't fit together or some brand name that are actually bad.

CPU:Intel Core i7-980X Extreme Edition
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115223

GPU:SAPPHIRE 100280SR Radeon HD 5970 x2 crossfire
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102887

MB:ASUS Rampage III Formula LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131666

RAM:G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2000
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231306


HDD:SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD103SJ 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822152185

SSD:Intel X25-M Mainstream SSDSA2MH080G2R5 2.5" 80GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820167023


PS:COOLER MASTER Silent Pro Gold Series RSC00-80GAD3-US 1200W ATX 12V v2.3 / EPS 12V v2.92 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817171055


CD/DVD:LG Black 10X Blu-ray Burner - Bulk SATA WH10LS30 LightScribe Support - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827136181

CASE:Antec Twelve Hundred Black Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811129043


So i had thoughts which are:
1-The gpu brand sapphire would it be good or bad one ?

2-The motherboard Asus rampage i have few thoughts about it!!Should i get the Extreme Verstion (Newegg.com - ASUS Rampage III Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard)
Or just go with ASUS P6T.

3-The rams!! Should i get the 2200-2400 ones or just stick with 2000?or should i find one with low latency?

4- I would like to have your reviews and thought from guys like you with experts stands of view

And just little thing on the side Im planning to learn how to OC my gears in the near future cause i wont be upgrading anytime soon...

[jdeb]

I would change the ram, ripjaws having issues
Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Triple Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TR3X6G1333C9
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if your into overclocking
Newegg.com - CORSAIR DOMINATOR 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 15000) Triple Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TR3X6G1866C9DF

Change the hard drive for better reliability
Newegg.com - Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Consider this power supply, better reliability

Newegg.com - CORSAIR HX Series CMPSU-1000HX 1000W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Compatible with Core i7 Power Supply

If you are into overclocking on air you may consider this
Newegg.com - COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 Plus Intel Core i5 & Intel Core i7 compatible RR-B10-212P-G1 120mm "heatpipe direct contact" Long life sleeve CPU Cooler

Here is a great link with a full review and some overclocks
Asus Rampage III Formula Living Review

[David M]

Do not go with the X58 setup unless you are already a computer geek and don't mind getting frustrated at spending hours trying to tweak your setup just to get it to work right. This is not something most enthusiast websites are bothering to mention. Many gamers are buying the X58 setups and getting very frustrated that it does not work correctly right out of the box. Ask Khalil, a professional builder, what his experiences are with X58 chipsets.

If you prefer a reliable computer then go with the LGA 1156/P55 setup. The major difference between the chipsets performance wise is the available bandwidth for the second graphics card. Dual channel vs triple channel RAM?...no noticeable difference.

You can build a computer that plays 99% of the games at full settings, 60+ FPS and on a high resolution monitor for much less than $4500. Spend what you save on your computer on a multi-monitor setup and a great sound system. See my signature. Getting multi-monitors is like getting broadband versus dialup. You will never want to go back. There are a few more specifics you will need to know but I can help you with that.