I've already purchased the AMD 9070 XT GPU and some Corsair RAM, but I'm looking for feedback on my overall build. Are there any components that seem overkill or underwhelming, or any questionable choices? I'm open to suggestions, especially for a CPU cooler. Ultimately, I want my setup to handle gaming well and last at least 7-10 years with minimal upgrades.
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Just a heads up, I don't think your graphics card will last 7 years without needing an upgrade. Expect more like 5 years, especially with new tech coming out. Also, I suggest avoiding Western Digital drives; I've had bad experiences with their products and support.
You could save some cash by opting for a different motherboard and SSD. Check out the MSI Pro X870-P WiFi motherboard along with Crucial's T710 2TB NVMe SSD. They perform just as well and are much cheaper.
Nice suggestions, thanks!
If you're in the US, you should definitely hit up a Micro Center. They often have great bundles for the 9800X3D at better prices. Plus, you don't need the X870E motherboard; a B850 PCIe 5.0 works fine and saves you about $100. With the cash saved, consider the 9850X3D CPU—it's only slight upgrade but worth it.
100% this.
I’m not from the US but I’m currently in Kissimmee and the nearest Micro Center is in Miami, which is a long drive. I might just order from Amazon for convenience.
Just a quick note: it looks like you don't have a CPU cooler in your build. I recommend the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120—it's a reliable choice and works great.
Yes, I know! Thanks for the suggestion.
Are you trying to stick to a specific budget? I put together a build that I think would be solid: [**Build Link**](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/zrXmqd) . I noticed you didn't mention RGB, so I kept that in mind, but let me know if you're open to it for a slight price increase.
I could stretch my budget a bit, but if you think I'm wasting money somewhere, please let me know. Also, for the RGB, if it's only $10-$20 more for better specs, I'd consider it.
Wow, thanks for the warning! I'll consider switching to a Crucial SSD instead.