I'm building a new PC and I'm unsure about the fan size I should get and how the intake and outtake airflow works. Here's the list of parts I'm planning to use: CPU - Ryzen 9 9950X3D, GPU - RTX 5080, a Gigabyte X870E motherboard, 64GB of TeamGroup RAM, and two SAMSUNG 990 EVO Plus SSDs, all in a Corsair 5000D Airflow case. I'm also thinking of getting a liquid cooler for the CPU, so any advice on that would be great as well. Additionally, should I consider a vertical mount for the GPU? I want to prioritize good airflow and aesthetics. The case can fit both 120mm and 140mm fans, but I'm not on a budget, so I'm open to suggestions!
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If you're not just gaming, you could save some cash by picking a different CPU. The Ryzen 9 9800X3D is still powerful, but might not be necessary unless you're pushing limits. Also, for cooling, I'd definitely recommend 140mm fans over 120mm if you can fit them; they push more air at lower speeds which means quieter operation and better cooling. Check for fan layouts specific to the Corsair 5000D for the best setup ideas!
What could I save on money? I looked at the 9800X3D but got bottleneck warnings. Some games I want to play need 64GB of RAM, any other GPU suggestions?