I just built my first PC and I'm not super knowledgeable about hardware. I'm looking for feedback on my configuration to see if it's a good deal or if there are any parts I should consider changing. My main uses will be gaming and schoolwork. Here's what I've got:
- Windows 11 Home 64bit (installed with a license)
- NZXT H7 FLOW (2024) RGB case
- AMD Ryzen 7 7700 (8-core, up to 5.3GHz Turbo)
- Polartherm X10 thermal paste
- be quiet! Dark Rock 5 CPU cooler
- MSI PRO B850-S WIFI6E motherboard
- 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 RAM (6000MHz Kingston Fury Beast CL30)
- 2TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD from any manufacturer
- No HDD/SSD included
- 12GB NVIDIA RTX5070 graphics card from any manufacturer (to be installed before shipping)
- 750W MSI MAG A750GL 80+ Gold power supply
- Additional ARGB stripes (2 pcs)
- No optical drive
- 2 years warranty
Would appreciate any tips or thoughts on this setup!
2 Answers
Overall, your parts look decent for gaming and productivity! If you're aiming to save some cash, consider opting for a smaller CPU cooler or switching to DDR5 6000CL36, which might be cheaper without sacrificing too much performance.
What country are you buying in? If you're in Germany, using a site like PCPartPicker could help you find and compare better deals.
I'm in Germany! My budget is around 2k.
Thanks for the tips! I'll look into those alternatives.