Hey everyone! I'm working on my new PC build and would love some feedback. Here's what I have so far:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($199.99)
- **CPU Cooler**: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro A-RGB 360 77 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($98.99 @ Amazon)
- **Motherboard**: Asus TUF GAMING B650E-E WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($199.99)
- **Memory**: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory ($199.99)
- **Storage**: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X2 NVME Solid State Drive (Purchased for $150.00)
- **Video Card**: ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card ($699.99)
- **Case**: Lian Li O11 Dynamic Mini V2 ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Amazon)
- **Power Supply**: SeaSonic CORE GX ATX 3 (2024) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($104.99 @ B&H)
- **Case Fans**: Asiahorse Nyota 61.5 CFM 120 mm Fans, 3-Pack ($24.00 each, total 3 packs)
- **Fan Controller**: ARCTIC Case Fan Hub Fan Controller ($9.42 @ Amazon)
I'm getting some good deals from Microcenter. I feel like I might be overspending on the power supply, though. Does anyone have any suggestions or think I'm missing anything? I'm planning to play at 1440p with an AOC mini LED 27" monitor!
2 Answers
This build looks solid! You've got a really good CPU and cooler, and that motherboard is a great choice too. Plus, 32 GB of RAM is definitely a win for performance. The 9070 XT is a nice pick for gaming at 1440p, and your storage is more than sufficient to get started. Honestly, looks like you're on the right track!
Consider the 9800X3D bundle with an air cooler instead. Here's a link to it: [9800X3D Bundle](https://www.microcenter.com/product/5007092/amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d,-asus-b650e-e-tuf-gaming-wifi-am5,-gskill-flare-x5-series-32gb-ddr5-6000-kit,-computer-build-bundle). Also, having 9 case fans seems excessive; I'd recommend starting with 2-3 intake fans and 1-2 exhaust fans to keep it efficient without overdoing it.
Is the 9800X3D really a better option than the 7800X3D? I've heard that at 1440p, the GPU usually limits performance. And yeah, I might have gone overboard on the fans, but they look cool and were cheap!
Thanks! This is actually my second build; my current PC is about 6 years old and definitely needs an upgrade.