I'm about to build my first gaming PC, and I'm hoping to get some feedback from experienced builders. Is there anything significant in my build that I should change or consider? Also, I've been hearing mixed things about AIO coolers and I'm curious about the reasons behind that. Here's my current parts list:
- Ryzen 5 5600
- Thermalright Peerless Assassin cooler
- Asus Prime B550M-A motherboard (with built-in WiFi)
- 2x16GB Corsair LPX DDR4-3200 RAM
- Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2TB M.2 SSD
- XFX Swift OC Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB graphics card
- MSI MAG A750GL 750W power supply, 80+ Gold certified
- Fractal Design North ATX Mid Tower Case (includes 2 case fans)
I've made some adjustments based on recommendations, and I really want to make sure I'm on the right track!
2 Answers
Hey! One thing to consider is whether you really need the 240GB SSD since you're going with that 2TB drive. If it's just for Windows, you could partition the larger drive instead, which would save you some cash that could go towards getting 32GB of RAM. Just a thought!
Yeah, if your budget allows, definitely go for the 32GB RAM. It’s becoming the new standard for gaming, especially if you're getting into more demanding titles!
From my experience, I typically suggest spending about half your budget on the graphics card for gaming builds. Think about it: upgrading storage down the line is way easier than dealing with a $500 GPU.
If you're thinking about performance, an RTX 5070 will outperform the RX 7600XT in most aspects. Also, if you’re considering an Intel chip, the i5-14600K is a competitive choice in terms of performance and value right now.
Lastly, be cautious with newer AM4 boards as they sometimes have issues with WiFi chips, so keep that in mind!
Totally get that! Windows can run fine on a larger, single SSD. And yeah, 32GB of RAM would definitely give you wiggle room for multitasking! I'd recommend it for future-proofing.