Hey everyone! I'm diving into building my first gaming PC, and I could really use some advice. I've always stuck with prebuilt systems, but with the current prices, it feels like the right time to try building my own. I'll admit, I haven't done as much research as I probably should have, and I'm a bit overwhelmed with the options. Here's the build I'm considering for my first attempt:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** Corsair NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB Liquid CPU Cooler
- **Motherboard:** Gigabyte B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ATX AM5
- **Memory:** Kingston FURY Beast RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000
- **Storage:** Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 NVME SSD
- **Video Card:** PNY OC GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB
- **Case:** Fractal Design Meshify 3 RGB ATX Mid Tower
- **Power Supply:** MSI MAG A850GL 850 W 80+ Gold Fully Modular
- **Case Fan:** Corsair RS120 ARGB 120 mm Fans 3-Pack
The total comes to about £2766.39, and I hope the components will make for an easy build with enough room in the case. I'm mainly into games like Dota 2 and Lineage 2, but I want to be prepared for AAA titles in the future. Any glaring mistakes or suggestions would be highly appreciated! Thanks!
5 Answers
This build looks solid! Just a thought, but consider upgrading to a 1000W power supply for extra headroom for future upgrades. Also, you'll want to pair this system with a high-quality monitor. Do you have one in mind?
Overall, this setup is pretty beastly, but the SSD might be a bit much unless you really need that speed. There are cheaper options that could save you around £100 without sacrificing performance.
Thanks for the tip! I haven't picked out a monitor yet, so that's something I need to look into.
Hey there! I was in your boat just last week, though I'm located in Poland. I swapped my case for a Phanteks XT Pro Ultra which comes with extra fans. My setup ended up costing about £100 more than yours, but I got a CPU and RAM that outperform your choices. Just a thought: maybe downscale on the GPU since the 5070 Ti will hold up well for gaming. I’m running it and it performs great! Also, you might want to consider an air cooler instead of the AIO; they can be just as effective and save you some cash.
I appreciate the insights! I'll look into the 5070 Ti. The idea of switching to an air cooler sounds doable too. Thanks!
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