I'm in the process of building my first small form factor (SFF) PC and I'm a bit unsure about my chosen specifications. I want to make sure I'm on the right track. Here's the link to my build on PCPartPicker: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qzZ2np. I'm mainly aiming for 1080P gaming. What do you think? Any suggestions or things I should change?
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You might want to consider a 5070 Ti instead of the 4070 Super; it could save you some cash unless you find a good deal on a used 4070 Super. Just a thought!
That 4TB SSD might be overkill for your needs, but it really depends on how you use your games. If you can, check out Microcenter for CPU/RAM/Motherboard bundles; they can save you around $100. By the way, you can find a 4070 Super priced around $600 by searching a bit. It feels like a $900 price tag is a bit excessive for your build.
Are you sure you want an SFF PC? You’ll probably need a micro ATX case at minimum to accommodate a decent video card for 1080P. SFF is generally better suited for home theater setups or office tasks. If you're going mini ITX, keep an eye on the temperatures for the CPU and GPU. I’d suggest leaning towards the 5070 unless you find an amazing deal on the 4000 series.
Actually, you can fit a lot into a 16L case like the Ncase M2, even with a 240mm cooler, so it's definitely possible!