I'm putting together a new PC that I plan to use for both studying and gaming. I've already picked out most of the components, but I'm stuck on two key parts: the CPU and GPU. Currently, I'm considering going with an Intel i7 processor. Here's a list of the parts I've settled on so far: RAM is Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 16GB, the motherboard is MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI (ATX), cooling is handled by a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB, storage is a Lexar NM790 1TB SSD, and I've chosen an MSI MAG A650GL power supply. Any advice or recommendations would be super appreciated as I have a basic understanding of builds but I'm not an expert!
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What's your budget for the build? If you’re sticking with Intel, you might want to look into their new 200 Plus series CPUs. For gaming, a lot of folks find AMD's X3D series to be great performers. Just double-check your budget before you decide!
It’s a bit tough to give tailored advice without knowing your full context and budget. If your studies involve heavy processing like video rendering or 3D modeling, the i7-12700K is a solid choice. For a slightly cheaper but still high-performing option, look at the i5-12600KF which can boost to 4.9GHz. As for GPUs, while many focus on VRAM, if you're not gaming at 4K, you can save some cash. The 9060XT is a good pick, or check out the 5060 for budget options. If you want to go high-end, splurge on the 5080 if your budget allows! Just keep in mind the power supply; if upgrading, aim for 850W, but 650W should be fine for what you've got planned if you’re not overclocking.
Thanks for the advice! Just to clarify, I'm trying to stick to under €1500 for the whole build.
I'm trying to keep it under €1500.