Hey everyone! I'm in the process of building my new PC and I've already picked up some components that I think were great deals. My goal is to create a sleek, quiet system without LEDs. I specifically need your recommendations for a motherboard (it must have Bluetooth for a game controller) and a GPU to complete the setup.
Here's a rundown of my current parts:
- **CPU:** Intel i5-10600KF
- **Cooler:** SilentiumPC Fera 3
- **RAM:** 32GB DDR4-3000
- **Storage:** Samsung 500GB NVMe + WD Blue SN500 500GB NVMe
- **GPU:** MSI RTX 2080 Gaming X Trio
- **PSU:** 650W
- **Case:** Modecom Oberon Pro (which is super noisy and has bad airflow)
Right now, my setup handles 1080p and 1440p gaming decently, but I want to upgrade to something quieter and more efficient for higher resolutions. Here's what I've already got:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D – $325
- **CPU Cooler:** NZXT Kraken 240 – $110
- **RAM:** Goodram IRDM DDR5 32GB (2x16GB) 6000 MHz – $92
- **Storage:** Samsung 970 EVO Plus 2TB NVMe – $125
- **PSU:** Cooler Master MWE Gold V2 850W – $100
- **Case:** Fractal Design Pop Air TG – $83
What I still need:
- **Motherboard** – Must have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, be stable for DDR5-6000, ATX size, and no LEDs.
- **GPU** – Looking for the best value for 4K gaming.
Key requirements for these remaining parts:
- Elegant, minimalistic design (no RGB or LEDs)
- Quiet operation under load
- Good thermal performance
- Bluetooth capability for a wireless gamepad
1 Answer
Are you sure you want to go for 4K gaming? Personally, I think 1440p with a high refresh rate might be a better choice. You really don’t need Bluetooth on your motherboard; a simple Bluetooth dongle will do the trick! As for GPUs, I'd suggest looking at the 5070 Ti or 9070 XT for 1440p, and if you're set on 4K, the 5080 might be your best option.
True about the Bluetooth adapter! You can save some cash that way. As for the 4K, I already snagged a 4K OLED 144 Hz TV for my games, but I don’t need every game to run in native 4K. The 5080 is beyond my current budget, though. Should I consider using my old GPU until prices drop on the new cards?