I'm putting together a PC build with a budget of around $1,200. Here's what I have so far: a Lian Li O11 Vision compact case, 6 NZXT F120 RGB core fans, a CORSAIR NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB liquid cooler, 32GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RAM at 6000MHz, a 5060ti GPU with 16GB of VRAM, a Ryzen 5 7600x CPU, a 1TB Crucial P3 Plus PCIe Gen4 SSD, an MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi motherboard, and an MSI MAG A650BN power supply. What upgrades or changes do you suggest I make?
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Consider ditching that 360mm radiator. You could use that money to step up to a better GPU, like the 5070. Also, replace your cooler with the Peerless Assassin dual tower for about $25. Your case doesn’t include coolers, so it’s fine to drop the extra fans, and invest in a 9600x or 9700x instead for better performance overall. Remember, prioritize performance over looks; you can always upgrade the aesthetics later.
If I were you, I'd skip the RGB fans and AIO cooler. Instead, invest that money into a better GPU and power supply. You can find Thermalright RGB fans for really cheap—like $4 each!
I'm not on a budget; I can afford the extras!
One thing to keep in mind is that the P3 Plus SSD uses QLC flash, which doesn't hold up well over time and gets slower after a few years. You might want to look into a TLC drive like the Kioxia Exceria Plus G3 or WD Blue SN580 for better durability and performance.
My case doesn't come with any coolers at all. Did you check my original post?