I'm excited to build my first PC and have put together a parts list after doing some research. I'd love your help to check if everything is compatible and makes sense for my needs. I plan to use it primarily for Adobe software and some FPS gaming. You can check out my list here: [PC Parts List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/dtCKfd).
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I agree with the previous points. The last-gen graphics card you picked is quite overkill for what you're doing, especially when better, newer cards are available for less money. Plus, if you’re mainly using Adobe apps, they often don’t need as much as you’re planning for RAM unless you’re doing high-demand tasks. Intently think about whether all that RAM is necessary or if you can save a chunk of change by going a bit lower. It could allow for a boost in a better CPU instead, which would be really valuable for your work.
It looks like your parts are mostly compatible, since PCPartPicker handles about 95% of that for you. But I think you might not be getting the best value for your needs. What’s your budget? How do you prioritize the Adobe software versus gaming? If you focus more on Adobe, you might want to reconsider your choices. A 4070 Ti offers better performance than the older graphics card you selected, and you could save quite a bit by opting for 32GB or 64GB of RAM instead of 128GB unless you know you'll need it. Intel CPUs aren't really the best right now; look at AMD AM5 options for better performance. Here's an example build that's $600 cheaper but potentially performs better: [Example Build](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fgfzt3). You could think about swapping to an RTX 5080 for minimal performance gains at a lower price, too!
I’m on a $2600 budget and do Adobe work more than gaming (it’s about 20% of my use). Since my current specs are old, I really need an upgrade. I’ll switch to a 5070 Ti as you suggested, and I think you're right about the RAM; I’ll probably go with 32GB instead. Also, I might look into Ryzen CPUs, but I noticed they can be pricier than Intel for similar performance. What do you think of this Ryzen setup I found? [New Build](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/g2mMjn).
Thanks for the insights! I’m definitely reconsidering my RAM and CPU choices based on your suggestions. It’s nice to know I can save some cash and still get something that performs well for what I need.