I'm a first-time PC builder and I'm unsure if my build can handle heavy loads. Here's my parts list (you can check it out on PCPartPicker):
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler**: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM
- **Motherboard**: Asus B650E MAX GAMING WIFI ATX AM5
- **Memory**: Patriot Viper Venom 64 GB DDR5-6400
- **Storage**: Crucial T500 2 TB NVME SSD
- **Video Card**: Zotac GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB
- **Case**: Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower
- **Power Supply**: Lian Li EDGE GOLD 850 W
- **Operating System**: Windows 11 Home
The total cost is around $1894.53. I'm primarily looking to play games like Cyberpunk with high FPS and minimal lag, and I also want to do some rendering in Blender. Do you think my build is up to the task?
3 Answers
Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend the 7900x for gaming alone. You might be better off with a 7600x or a 9700, which are cheaper and any of these options should still deliver solid performance for your needs.
Your build is quite solid for gaming and rendering! The Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the RTX 5070 Ti should handle Cyberpunk at high settings with great FPS. However, you might want to consider swapping your power supply for a less fancy one to save a few bucks. Also, there are some suggestions to look into a different GPU, like the 9070 XT, for better performance.
What’s the difference between the non-XT and the XT variants? Would I notice a big performance drop?
It sounds like your build is fantastic for what you're aiming to do! Just clarify what you mean by 'heavy loads.' Are we talking strictly gaming, or do you plan to use software like Blender for rendering animations? Knowing your workload can help determine if you need any tweaks to your setup.
I’d like to play high-graphics games like Cyberpunk and Elden Ring, and also use Blender for animations and rendering.
Okay, I’ll look into the 9700. Thanks for the tip!