Hey everyone! I'm about to dive into building my very first PC, and I'd love your feedback on my planned setup. I have a budget of £1400 and here's what I'm considering:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 9600X - £179
- **Cooling:** Corsair NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB - £95
- **Motherboard:** MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX (WIFI ATX) - £220
- **Memory:** Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB - £90
- **Storage:** Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB - £113
- **Graphics Card:** GeForce RTX 5070 - £500
- **Power Supply:** MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 850 W - £95
- **Case:** Lian Li 011 VISION COMPACT
- **Fans:** 8 Corsair RS120-R
Total: £1410
Are there any changes you'd suggest, or any tips you have for a first-time builder?
3 Answers
Everything looks great! If you're thinking about the 5070 Ti, I'd suggest it, but consider your budget since it’s pricier.
Looks good to me! Just make sure when you install your RAM, really push it all the way in. It's important!
Thanks for the tip! If I switch to a cheaper motherboard like the ASUS TUF B650 or the MSI PRO B850-P, would it make a big difference?
The AIO cooler seems like overkill for the 9600X since it only pulls around 90W. But if you like the aesthetic, go for it! Everything else looks solid.
I really do love the look of the AIO! I'm planning to upgrade my CPU in the next year, so I want to be prepared. What if I went for a cheaper ASUS TUF B650 motherboard instead? Would that impact my build significantly?
I want the best performance, but the price difference is £250, which is a lot! If I switch to something like an ASUS TUF B650 motherboard, would it be a significant downgrade or would it be okay?