Hey everyone! I recently graduated and decided to treat myself to a new PC build with a budget of over $1500. I've been diving deep into researching components and have found it overwhelming, so I'm hoping to get some insights from you all. Currently, I'm considering an AMD CPU bundle from Microcenter, but I'm stuck between options like the Ryzen 7700x ($399.99), 9700x ($429.99), or some 3D bundles priced between $450 and $750. I'm leaning toward the 9700x, but there are compatibility concerns with the included motherboard in the bundle, which makes me consider the 7700x instead.
For the GPU, I think the 7800xt for $590 at Microcenter offers great performance for the price, but I'd love your opinions on this or any similarly priced alternatives. I'm mainly looking for a system that can handle newer games like Rivals, Minecraft, COD, and Diablo, although I'm not set on anything fancy for content creation or video editing—just something that allows for a bit of flexibility in that area. I'd appreciate any tips or recommendations on where to find the best deals and parts!
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Hey! I think the 7700x paired with a 5070 ti could fit well within your budget. You can get a good deal on the GPU directly from Zotac. Also, if you buy the CPU and motherboard from Newegg, they have a promotion going where you can save $50 and get a free NVMe SSD when you buy both together. Check out this build I put together for you: [PC Build](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/nm7VRV)
Thanks for the suggestion! How does the 5070 ti stack up against the 7800xt? I know the 5070 is strong, but I’m not sure if it might be too much for my gaming needs. Any thoughts?