I'm planning a gaming PC with a $2,500 budget and would like feedback on whether these parts are well matched or if I made any poor choices. The build includes a Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Radeon RX 9070 XT, 32GB of DDR5-6000 memory, an 850W power supply, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. Are there any compatibility, quality, cooling, or value concerns I should address before buying?
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The Lexar NQ780 uses QLC flash, which generally has lower endurance and can slow down more noticeably during sustained writes as the drive fills. For an operating-system and primary-game drive, I’d consider a reputable TLC-based NVMe SSD instead, ideally with better endurance and a stronger warranty. Also verify that the power supply has appropriate modern GPU connectors and that the case has enough airflow for the 9800X3D and RX 9070 XT.
The CPU, graphics card, and memory are strong choices for a high-end gaming build, but it’s difficult to judge the value without seeing the individual prices. I’d take a closer look at the cooler, motherboard, power supply, case airflow, and SSD before finalizing the parts list.
Are there any specific issues with those parts that I should investigate?