I'm currently building my first PC and need some advice on the parts I've chosen so far. I'm not including the case or RAM since I've already bought those. Here's what I've selected:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 5 9600X 6-Core
- GPU: GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9060 XT Gaming 16GB
- Motherboard: ASUS B650E MAX Gaming WiFi
- PSU: MSI MAG A650GL Gaming Power Supply
- SSD: Crucial P3 Plus 1TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe
What do you think? Are these good choices or should I consider any changes?
2 Answers
Overall, this is a solid build! The Ryzen 5 9600X should serve you well for years. Just keep in mind that you might outgrow your GPU and PSU quicker than expected. A couple of tweaks: consider getting a standard B650 motherboard instead of the B650E unless it’s on sale, and maybe bump the PSU up to 850W for future upgrades. Also, think about getting a 2TB SSD since games are getting bigger!
The SSD you're using, the Crucial P3 Plus, relies on QLC flash, which doesn't last as long and tends to slow down after a few years. I'd recommend switching to a TLC SSD instead, like the Kioxia Exceria Plus G3 or one from the WD Blue series. It'll be a better investment in the long run.
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Thanks for the suggestions! The motherboard is on sale for about $150, so I'm going for it. I’ve heard mixed reviews about the QLC SSD. What do you recommend instead?