Advice on Build for High End Gaming

Budget:
$2000-2500

Expectations:
I would like to be able to run most graphically intensive triple A titles such as The Witcher 3 and Mass Effect: Andromeda on ultra settings comfortably without worrying about overheating the system.

Usage:
This build will most likely strictly be used for gaming and other entertainment things like streaming Netflix, Amazon video, etc.

Special Needs:
I would like the build to be able to transition smoothly into future upgrades. I'm not sure if liquid cooling is overkill or not?

Saved Ticket #:
1651193

Specifications:
Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Digital Storm VANQUISH 6
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K 4.2 GHz (Codename Kaby Lake) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: MSI Z270 GAMING PRO CARBON (Intel Z270 Chipset) (Up to 3x PCI-E Devices) <br><strong></strong>
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 3000MHz Digital Storm Performance Series
Power Supply: 850W EVGA SuperNOVA <br><strong></strong>
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: Blu-Ray & DVD Writer/Reader (Burn + Play Blu-Ray & DVDs) (12x BD-R) (Internal) <br><strong></strong>
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (480GB Digital Storm Performance Series) <br><strong></strong>
Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (2TB Seagate / Toshiba)
Storage Set 3: - No Thanks
RAID Config: - No Thanks
RAID Card: - No Thanks
Internet Access: Wireless PCI-E ASUS PCE-AC56 (Supports 802.11ac) <br><strong></strong>
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB (NVIDIA Founders Edition) (VR Ready) <br><strong></strong>
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H115i - 280mm Liquid CPU Cooler (Fully Sealed + No Maintenance) <br><strong></strong>
HydroLux Tubing Style: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
HydroLux Fluid Color: - Not Applicable, I do not have a custom HydroLux liquid cooling system selected
Cable Management: Premium Cable Management (Strategically Routed & Organized for Airflow)
Chassis Fans: Standard Factory Chassis Fans
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock CPU - Up to 4.4GHz (Depends on Cooling and Motherboard) <br><strong></strong>
Boost Graphics Card(s): - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s)
Boost OS: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Factory Reset Feature (Restore Windows + Drivers) (Partition up to 50GB of Storage)
Virus Protection: FREE: McAfee AntiVirus Plus (1 Year Service Activation Card) (Not Pre-installed) ($35 Value)
Office: - No Thanks
Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
Branded Gear: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 15-20 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty (3 Year Labor & 1 Year Part Replacement)

Originally posted by bprat22 Hi CommanderFyr....  Looks good but I would make a couple of suggestions....Your 1080Ti pick is dependent on your monitor.  For 4K, the 1080Ti is the right choice.  If you game at 1080P then the 1070 will do it.  Nothing wrong with a stronger card, but just not needed and can save some money.The 7700K Turbo's to 4.5 Ghz, so the added Processor Overclock isn't needed.  You could select the stage 2 for 4.8Ghz if you wanted to bump it up a bit.  In the Recovery Tools, select the CD option.  If the drive dies the partition won't do you much good.  No internal lighting to add some bling ?  Good Luck.

I got the Dell Gaming S2417DG YNY1D 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor with G-SYNC. It only goes up to 1440p w/ a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time. Am I still better off going with the 1070? Also is liquid cooling really necessary or can I get by with air cooling? I've never had liquid cooling before and having liquid inside the build makes me a little nervous. Thanks for replying.