first gaming build upgrade

[djrc]

Hi everyone,
Looking for some help/confirmation here.
Already have a case, SSD, SATA and good graphics card GTX1070, but wanted to refresh the MB, processor, RAM combo for a up to date gaming PC.

Thinking of going for these: are they all compatible and any advices on better choice would be appreciated.
Cheers.


Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz (Skylake) Socket LGA1151 Processor - Retail
Stock Code CP-581-IN


Asus Prime Z270-K Intel Z270 (Socket 1151) DDR4 ATX Motherboard
Stock Code MB-68Z-AS


Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo CPU Cooler
Stock Code HS-035-CM


Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Compound (3.5g)
Stock Code AC-000-AC

Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 PC4-24000C15 3000MHz Dual Channel Kit - Black (CMK16GX4M2B30
Stock Code MY-445-CS

 

[djrc]

I have got this old case quite big, and with a PSU with loads of connections, not good looking but goes under the desk, so not a problem.
Looking at around £600 for CPU, RAM, MB, fan and cooler, will go higher if really makes a difference.
Thought i7, 4GHz would be good for gaming, what would you recommend instead?

 

[djrc]

I read that most games weren't using more than quad core and that i7 had better perfs.
Took a pic of the case, but can't find a way to attach it :0

 

[djrc]

Thanks for the posts, I think you're right, better go for a more recent CPU, more future proof.
More of an Intel guy, like the MB you recommended on that build, is the extra cost on the fan really needed though?