I'm mainly gaming and playing titles like Elder Scrolls, Satisfactory, PlanetSide 2, and Manor Lords. I don't stream or edit videos or music, but I still want a computer that can handle heavy Excel sheets if needed. I'm hoping for any critiques or suggestions on my current build! Here's what I have listed on PCPartPicker:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** Noctua NH-D15 [chromax.black] 82.52 CFM CPU Cooler
- **Motherboard:** MSI MAG X870 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
- **Memory:** Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30
- **Storage:** Crucial P3 Plus 1 TB NVME SSD & Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB NVME SSD
- **Video Card:** Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 7800 XT 16 GB
- **Case:** Corsair 3500X ARGB ATX Mid Tower Case
- **Power Supply:** Corsair HX1000i 1000 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
Total cost is around $2543.91. What do you all think?
4 Answers
The mobo and storage choices seem over the top for your needs. Why two drives? You can manage with just one good SSD. Also, consider downgrading your CPU slightly; you could go with a 7600X and still do well for gaming.
Love the sentiment! Keeping it lean can really help maximize your budget.
You're overspending on the PSU and cooler. The HX1000i is more than you really need—an RM850x would save a lot of money. Plus, the RGB RAM isn't necessary; it could even conflict with your CPU cooler. Consider putting those savings towards a higher-end GPU, like an RTX 5070Ti or RX 9070 XT instead!
That’s a good call! A better GPU would make a big difference in gaming if you can trim some of the other specs.
I agree on the PSU recommendation. Saving there could let you upgrade other parts!
I think you could definitely improve your GPU without spending too much more overall! Check out this revised build I put together with a better GPU and some cost savings on other parts:
- **CPU:** Same AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- **Cooler:** Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE (much cheaper and effective)
- **Motherboard:** MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX (good value)
- **Memory:** Silicon Power Value Gaming 32 GB
- **Storage:** Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB NVME (great for speed)
- **GPU:** PNY OC GeForce RTX 5080 (awesome performance)
Expect to spend about $2549.82 for this build, which greatly optimizes for gaming!
I like what you did there! You definitely saved some cash on parts without sacrificing too much performance. The RTX 5080 is a beast.
Just a tip: if you don’t need that super high-tier CPU, you could consider downgrading to save even more for the GPU!
Honestly, pairing a RX 7800 XT with a 9800X3D doesn't make the most sense. You could easily get a better GPU that isn't bottlenecked by your CPU. Plus, why spend $2.5k just for that card? It's a solid choice, but there are better options out there for that price.
Yeah, a single well-sized SSD will handle most gaming needs just fine. Extra drives are sometimes just unnecessary clutter.