Need help deciding on 2 components for new pc build

brkkab

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I'm currently in the process of getting parts for a new computer build.
So far I have a Asus Maximus VIII Hero mobo and a Samsung 850 EVO 500GB. M/2 ssd for it. I'm also going to be re-using the Seagate Barracuda 3.0TB h.d , Intel 530 Series 400GB ssd (for Games), Lite On DVD-RW, Lite ON Blu-ray burner and memory card reader from my current pc.
I'm also going to be getting a NZXT Phantom 820 case. G-Skill Ripjaws-Z DDR 4 3200 ram (32GBS) and a Corsair HX-1000i psu for the new pc.
I need suggestions between the following part's for the new pc.
The heatsink is either going to be a EK-XLC Predator 240 or a Corsair Hydro Series H-100i GTX.
With either one, I'll be using 4 EK-Furious Vardar FF5-120 (3000rpm) fans in push/pull.
I also need help deciding between 2 GeForce GTX 4.0GB or 2 AMD Radeon 390X 4.0GB video cards.
I'm ordering a Intel Core i5 6600K cpu on Thursday and eventually plan on upgrading it to a Core i7 6700K in early 2017.
Keep in mind, I'm on permanent disability (Social Security) for life and can't afford to spend over $300.00 on a part/s in a month.
The pc won't be built until May as I won't have all parts until then minus the new video cards.
I'll be using my current GeForce GTX 760's until then, but they need to go back inn this pc, so I can sell it.
All suggestions appreciated between the AIO's and video card's.
P.S. PC will be running Windows 10 Pro x64.
 
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I'm actually hoping for Tuesday or Wednesday. I have medical stuff Monday & Thursday.
Though, when I ordered my current pc's case, I received it the next day on a Saturday morning.
I very well may be building it tomorrow. I'll know sometime tonight when my tracking number is updated by FedEx.
I already have the number, they're just not as good as UPS or the USPS, in the tracking department. It probably won't give me any results until 11:00 P.M.
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The weird part is Saturday, Sunday & Monday last week was sunny. We didn't have any rain until Tuesday afternoon.
 
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I don't know about the neighbor's nerves, but I don't let it bother mine.
I dealt with death at a yong age. I was 11 when my father died and 12 when I got diabetes. Both of those hardened my nerves.
I had to go from acting like my 11 year old age to 18.I basically took over my dad's problem solver instincts.
Out of my sibling's, I'm the one that is most like he was.
 
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As far as the power issue. It's happened at least 3 or 4 times.
My motherboard has built in surge suppression and everything is plugged into a surge suppressor. After I get my new video card, I have to get a new U.P.S.
 
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I just officially got word from Western Digital's support that their version of Acronis doesn't do incremental backups.
Glad I uninstalled it and went back to what I know works.
 
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Roughly 2 more weeks before I get my PowerColor Red Devil RX 480. I'll be ordering it November 3. I should have it the following Monday or Tuesday.
I already have my old pc sold in December.
In December I'll be getting a new RGB keyboard & mouse for this pc. My new eyeglass purchase will happen in December, too. Thanks to the old pc sale.
One of my roommates is buying the old pc & old monitor.
January & February is looking like I'll be getting the EK XLC Predator 240 and the 2 additional fan kit for push/pull with it.
Then after that I want to get the Witcher 3 GOTY and Battlefield 1.
I think I get a discount card for Battlefield 1 with the video card. Problem is the version I want is $129.99, but it includes all the dlc.
 
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Oh yeah, I almost forgot. I got Windows 10's Windows 7 Backup setup to where it finally works properly to backup my documents, downloads, music, pictures, saved games & videos.
I uninstalled Macrium Reflect & EaseUS ToDoBackup free, as I have Windows 7 Backup working properly now.
I should be renewing my Carbonite backup in December or January, so Windows Backup is good enough for my needs.
 
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**Note for everyone** I think the new Nvidia drivers they released for Battlefield 1 yesterday are bad. My pc was fine before them. Now since I installed them various app's are crashing. Mail crashes within 2 seconds if you click on anything. Photos crashes after a few minutes. I'm sure there's more, but I haven't tried everything.
I also noticed something weird with 375.57. The driver never turned off sli during it's clean install, like all past Nvidia drivers have done. I had to turn it off manually and then re-enable it.
 
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Did you use the DDU to remove your original driver first?

I installed the same driver and it's been fine although I've not benched it yet.

Give it another go but use the DDU, I swear by it..
Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) V17.0.2.1 Released. - Wagnardmobile Forum
 
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kemical: No, I just let the custom install uninstall the previous driver.
As far as the video card, it depends on the price and availability on the 3rd.
As far as that article, it must be old. TimeSpy hasn't been in beta for a few month's.
In DX 12 the AMD cards beat Nvidia. In DX 11 Nvidia wins.
I've watched enough videos on that.
 
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@brkkab can you give a post with the current system specs thus far please? I'm curious as to what you have. I'm considering building my own system, dumping my BestBuy frankenbuild, lol.
 
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Only other part I have that their isn't a category for is a multi-format memory card reader & and a NZXT Phantom 820 matte black case. Case has Bitfenix Spectre Pro red led fans. 2 200mm. and 4 140mm. Using cases red led lighting, too.
 
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