I've had a pre-built PC that I've been using for gaming since before the pandemic, but it's starting to show its age. My hard drive just failed, my GPU runs really hot after a couple of hours of gameplay, and I suspect my power supply isn't cutting it anymore. I'm looking to upgrade before the holiday rush and am putting together a list of components to monitor for sales. I'm aiming for a build that can handle high settings in competitive FPS and AAA games for a few years. Is this a suitable next-gen setup? I'm also open to any aesthetic suggestions or personal opinions on the build. I'm okay spending around $2,000 if it means getting a complete and reliable setup. Here's my current parts list: [link](https://newegg.io/59aa9f1)
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You might want to reconsider including an HDD. If you're using it as a boot drive, that's fine, but for performance, an SSD would be better. Check out my suggestion below for a new build with some good parts.
Thanks for the feedback! I was thinking the same about the SSD. I get what you're saying about the potential performance benefits.
Looks solid overall, though I noticed your RAM could benefit from a lower CAS latency. If you can find CL28 RAM for just a few more bucks, it'll give you better speeds. Also, consider upgrading the motherboard for better support as you move forward!
Good catch! I'm definitely willing to invest a little more for improved performance. What RAM would you recommend?
Make sure the motherboard matches well with your CPU and other parts; compatibility is key!
Just a thought: if you can snag an SSD for a boot drive, it could really speed things up. Plus, considering the sheer size of SSDs now, having an HDD might feel outdated!