I'm looking to finalize my new PC build and would love some feedback. Here's what I have planned:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D – €448.00
- **CPU Cooler:** be quiet! Light Loop 360mm – €119.95
- **Motherboard:** ASUS TUF Gaming B850-Plus WIFI – €219.90
- **GPU:** ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5080 OC 16GB – €1,099.00
- **GPU Riser Cable:** be quiet! PCIe 4.0, 200mm – €55.90
- **RAM:** Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 – €321.73
- **SSD:** Lexar NM790 2TB PCIe 4.0 – €115.47
- **Case:** be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black – €127.94
- **Additional Fans:** 3x be quiet! Light Wings LX PWM Reverse 120mm – €50.64
- **PSU:** be quiet! Pure Power 13 M 1000W ATX 3.1 – €149.88
**Total:** ~€2,708.71
I want to know if this build is good to go or if I should consider making some changes.
1 Answer
Here's what I suggest:
- Instead of that AIO cooler, consider the Phantom Spirit 120 SE for a cheaper and quieter option. The 9800X3D doesn’t need an expensive cooler.
- Look for a more affordable B850 motherboard; you can probably save around €40 without compromising quality. Just avoid ASRock because of reliability issues.
- If you're open to brand alternatives, check out Gainward or Palit for the GPU. I have the Palit GamingPro 5080 and it's been solid.
- Since this is for gaming, 32GB of RAM should be sufficient; going for 64GB might just be unnecessary unless you're doing heavy multitasking.
- Think about switching to an 850W Seasonic FOCUS GX PSU. It's enough for your needs and will accommodate future upgrades.
Yeah, 32GB sounds good for now. I just want to make sure my build lasts a while.
Thanks for the suggestions! I chose the AIO for aesthetics and airflow, planning to set up multiple fans for optimal circulation. Also, what motherboard brands would you recommend?