I'm building a PC for my partner, aiming to handle modern games at 1440p. I already have 16GB of RAM and SSD storage lined up. I've done some shopping for Black Friday deals and put together a potential build. I want to know if these components are compatible and if you have any other advice. Here's the list:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor - $194.95
- **CPU Cooler**: Corsair NAUTILUS 360 RS 74.37 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler - $89.99
- **Motherboard**: Asus TUF GAMING B850M-E WIFI Micro ATX - $169.99
- **Memory**: TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR5-6000 - $0.00 (already owned)
- **Storage**: Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB NVME SSD - $0.00 (already owned)
- **Video Card**: ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 9070 16 GB - $529.99
- **Case**: Montech AIR 903 MAX ATX Mid Tower - $70.00
- **Power Supply**: SAMA GT 650 W 80+ Gold Certified - $62.99
Total price is around $1117.91. What do you think?
3 Answers
Your build is solid! Just a thought—if you're not committed to the liquid cooler, you might consider a 9070 XT instead, as it's generally better for 1440p gaming!
Make sure to confirm compatibility with PC Parts Picker. Since you're using an MATX board, an MATX case would be ideal. I have a Lian Li A3 MATX and love it, so that could be a great option!
Looks good overall! Just a heads up, some people find a Micro ATX board might look a bit off in a full ATX case. Depending on your aesthetics, you might want to consider that!
Thanks for the tip! Do you have any suggestions for a more suitable case?
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll look into switching that out.