Hey everyone! After using my i5-7600 CPU and GTX 1060 6GB GPU for the past eight years, I'm finally looking to upgrade my setup. I'm aiming for a build centered around the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti or possibly the 5080 model. Here's what I've planned so far:
- Motherboard: ASUS ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi DDR5
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- Cooler: Corsair iCUE Link H150i RGB 360mm LCD AIO (White)
- GPU: ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 Ti OC 16GB GDDR7
- RAM: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5
- Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 2TB NVMe SSD
- PSU: Corsair RMx RM1000x Shift 1000W 80 Plus Gold (White)
- Case: NZXT H9 Elite Premium Dual-Chamber Mid-Tower (White)
I want to keep a white-themed aesthetic, and I'm also hunting for a solid 27-inch monitor to go with it.
So, I have a few questions:
1. Are any of these components overkill or mismatched?
2. Did I miss any crucial parts or accessories (like case fans, thermal paste, expansion cards)?
3. Any good monitor recommendations for this build?
Thanks in advance for your help!
2 Answers
This is going to be a major upgrade for you! Whether it feels like overkill really depends on your needs. If you can afford it, I say go all out. You’ve got a great CPU and motherboard combo. Just keep in mind the thermal paste—you’ll need some, and getting a good one can help keep your CPU cool! What monitor resolution are you looking at?
4K can impact gaming performance depending on your GPU and game settings. 1440p could be a safer bet for high frame rates with your new build!
Your build looks solid! I don't think it's overkill at all—you're just future-proofing your setup. Some might say your motherboard is too much, but investing in a good one makes upgrading in the future way easier. If you have the budget for all-white parts, go for it, but maybe save a bit on the case and put that money towards a better monitor instead. Just my two cents!
I haven’t picked thermal paste yet! As for the monitor, I've used a 24-inch for a while, and I’ve tried a 32-inch which was good for movies but not ideal for gaming. Now I'm considering a 27-inch—4K would be awesome, but I’m concerned about performance.