I underlined a few changes
Alright, first things first.
1) X79/3930K are insane unless multimedia work is going to be an every day task or you want to destroy synthetic benchmarks. An idea of the difference between a 3770K and the 3930K. Borderlands 2 is about as CPU dependent as you get. Skyrim is very CPU dependent. Crysis 2 is about average. If I were to post BF3, you would see every processor just about the same.
(courtesy of Tech Report and TechPowerUp)
With new engines, these differences likely won't grow, but will actually become even more marginal. CPU's are so insanely powerful compared to what games are asking them to do. Once engines are optimized for modern CPUs, it's very unlikely they're going to be a bottleneck.
I *really* suggest going with a 3770K and Z77. The number one reason is guaranteed PCI-E 3.0. X79 kind of pseudo-supports it and you have to flash your system to see if it takes hold. It's a total crapshoot, last time I checked.
The only thing you might say to deter me from this stance is if you want to bench as a hobby. I get it, and I've done silly stuff for it too.
2) Drop that PSU.
If you are in the market for a new good PSU, buy the Seasonic X750 on Newegg right now!
$100 w/ Promo Code EMCYTZT2397. That's like 40% off.
3) This is a very personal choice, and one that is tied in to my Z77 suggestion before I suggest a motherboard. Did you pick the HAF because you like the aesthetic and you like the idea of a big case, or did you pick it for its perceived cooling ability?
If the prior, look at the CM Storm Stryker/Trooper, HAF XM, and Corsair 500R.
If the latter, parts are super efficient these days and don't really require the same kind of cooling. If you want to have a case that is both super cool and very quiet, I'd suggest looking at something like the Fractal Arc Midi, Lian Li PC-7HX, Fractal Define R4, BitFenix Ghost, BitFenix Shinobi XL, or NZXT Switch 810 with custom fans like the Corsair AF120 Quiet Edition.
4) Get this RAM instead. It clocks to 2100mhz like no problem, outclassing $300 sets of RAM. Just get two sets of it.
Now, with this money saved, get a 120hz monitor like the Samsung S23A700/750/950D if you like really nice colors or the BenQ XL2420T if you want super responsive awesomeness.
Also, other things that would benefit you a lot more than the processor and motherboard you have selected:
- Set of quality cans
- Really nice soundcard or external DAC/amp
- Mech keyboard like the Filco Majestouch 2, Noppoo Choc, CM Storm Quick Fire
- Steelseries Sensei RAW (no other mouse can compare if you don't claw grip)
If you have any other desires or interests, like mATX/SFF, watercooling, super silent, or even built for benches/high overclocking, I can offer some other suggestions as well.
