Hey everyone! I just got my hands on an RTX 6000 Blackwell from a friend and I need some help planning a PC build around it. I'm eyeing a deal for the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E APEX paired with a Ryzen 9 9950X3D. For RAM, I'm thinking about a 2x 64GB DDR5 kit from G.SKILL (model F5-6000J3444F64GX2-TZ5NR). It's been quite a while since I built a PC—about 10 years—so I'm feeling a bit out of the loop on the latest hardware trends. Another question I have is whether I should go for an all-in-one radiator or if a Noctua cooler would suffice, considering the 600W GPU is going to generate a lot of heat. Any advice you can offer would be greatly appreciated!
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If money's tight, you might want to think about selling the card instead. You could probably get enough to build a solid PC with a 5090 and still have some cash left over. For everyday tasks and gaming, you likely won't notice a big difference unless you're doing heavy AI work on it.
Honestly, if you're looking to save some cash, you might want to consider a less expensive motherboard like the X870E Tomahawk or even an X870E Gaming Plus. As for the cooler, the Corsair Nautilus RS 360 works really well. And don't forget to get a case that has good airflow; something like the H9 Flow would be great. For the power supply, go for at least 1200-1600W if you're thinking about adding another GPU down the line—it'll ensure you're covered.
That sounds like a smart move! I built my rig just for fun and enjoyment, so prioritizing your needs makes a lot of sense.