Hey everyone! So, I'm looking to put together what I think might be my last gaming PC build before my girlfriend and I start having kids. My current setup dates back to 2017 and can't handle the new Battlefield 6, so it's time for an upgrade. Here's what I've got lined up:
- **Mainboard:** ASUS TUF Gaming B850-PLUS WiFi
- **GPU:** ASUS RTX 5080 PRIME OC
- **CPU:** Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- **CPU Cooler:** ASUS ROG Strix LC III ARGB LCD All-in-One
- **Power Supply:** ASUS TUF Gaming 1000W Gold (already a birthday gift)
- **RAM:** Lexar RGB DDR5 RAM 32GB Kit (2x16GB) 6000MHz CL30
- **SSD:** Crucial P510 SSD 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 5.0 x4 Gen5
I'm keen to hear if there's anything you think I could adjust, like components that aren't necessary or better alternatives for the same price—or even cheaper!
2 Answers
You're thinking of passing down that PC to your kids in the future, right? Might as well go all out now! They'll appreciate it later, and you can always upgrade down the line to keep things fresh.
Honestly, that build looks fantastic! The only tweak I'd suggest is considering a CL28 kit instead of CL30 for that minor performance boost, but it really depends on what games you play. Also, if you're streaming, think about using 2x 24GB or even 2x 32GB for headroom. Personally, I’ve had no issues recording with a 4TB GM7000 SSD, which could be another option if you plan to handle plenty of footage.
Exactly! Plus, think how cool it would be for them to inherit a powerful machine!