[ValkRider]

I have about $1700 for a new build.
32 gig memory is my goal. Dual SSD drives and I'll also incorporate my older sata3 WD Black spinners.
I can also use my dvdrw sata3 drive(s)
I probably will not be into video much at all so I shouldn't need a top end graphics card.
I have not done a build since my core duo builds.
My machine will be a dedicated DAW only, no games or other software.
Am I wrong in thinking I should build a system with a mother board that has Thunderbolt capability built in?
I see some new hardware out there with TB compatibility and it looks pretty nice.

Is it better to go with a Xeon Processor, Haswell Chipset or not?

I have PTools 11.3.1 Vanilla and am not intending to go to 12, even with the new additions available in 12.2 vanilla.
I am entertaining the thoughts of going with either Cubase or Studio 1

I will install Windows Pro 8.1 that I own. I don't know that I want Windows 10.
I sure want the ability to control when or if my O.S. will install updates.
Windows 10 wants to be a live O.S. which may be ok for desktop users but not for a DAW or dedicated higher end video machine.

So what do you more experienced guys suggest?
I will be doing my research but it can be overwhelming with all the new stuff available.

BTW, I considered a hackintosh build but I want to know I have a stable machine and not chase gremlins.
Thanks.