Hey everyone! I'm gearing up to build my first PC and would love some feedback on the components I've chosen. I'm looking for tips on how to make it more budget-friendly without compromising much on performance. Here's my parts list:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor - £157.99
- **Motherboard:** Asus TUF GAMING B650-E WIFI ATX AM5 - £144.99
- **Memory:** Kingston FURY Beast 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 - £59.99
- **Storage:** Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7300 1 TB NVMe SSD - £68.98
- **Video Card:** ASRock Challenger D Radeon RX 6600 8 GB - £195.22
- **Case:** Montech XR ATX Mid Tower - £55.00
- **Power Supply:** MSI MAG A550BN 550 W 80+ Bronze - £39.99
- **OS:** Microsoft Windows 11 Home - £110.00
**Total:** £832.16
Additionally, I have a few questions:
1. I'm worried about the airflow in my case. The Montech XR has a glass front, and while I love how it looks, I've read mixed reviews. Is the airflow adequate for my setup?
2. Does having DRAM on my SSD really make a difference? I included a model with DRAM but can switch to a cheaper one that might lack it but still has good speeds.
3. Is the stock cooler for the Ryzen 5 7600 sufficient, or should I invest in an aftermarket one?
I'll mainly use this build for gaming and occasionally music production. Thanks for any advice!
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Hey! Just wondering, what's your max budget for the build? That might help in giving better suggestions!
I was thinking to stick around £750 max, but I guess with the Ryzen 7000 series it's a bit tricky, so maybe up to £800? If it goes over that, I might reconsider!