I'm building my first PC and would love to hear any advice or tips before I purchase the parts. Here's the current list of components I'm considering:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor - $184.99
- **CPU Cooler**: Montech HyperFlow ARGB 240 76.2 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler - $84.99
- **Motherboard**: ASRock X870 Pro RS ATX AM5 Motherboard - $169.99
- **Memory**: Crucial Pro 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL38 Memory - $359.00
- **Storage**: Western Digital WD_BLACK SN7100 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive - $292.05
- **Video Card**: XFX Speedster QICK 319 BLACK Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB Video Card - $449.99
- **Case**: Antec FLUX PRO ATX Full Tower Case - $159.99
- **Operating System**: Microsoft Windows 11 Home OEM - $119.99
**Total Cost:** $1820.99. I'm also open to better deals or alternative suggestions!
2 Answers
If you're looking for a slightly better GPU without a huge price increase, check out this setup:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor - $184.99
- **GPU**: PNY OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card - $549.99
- **Total**: $1752.64.
You can find some good deals on parts if you're patient!
Make sure you pay attention to the little things like not skipping any screws during assembly. I also like to keep a few extra screws around in case I drop some— I tend to be a bit clumsy! Oh, and definitely get a good thermal paste; I recommend a Honeywell thermal sheet. And just a heads up, it's often easier to install the PSU last!
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks! I’ll definitely consider that GPU!