Feedback Needed on My Gaming PC Build for £2000
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GamerNinja42
I'm trying to build a gaming PC with a budget of around £2000 in the UK. I'd really appreciate any feedback on the parts I've chosen. Here's my current parts list:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor - £382.99
- **CPU Cooler**: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE - £30.08
- **Motherboard**: MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5 - £179.49
- **Memory**: Klevv FIT V 32 GB DDR5-6000 - £299.99
- **Storage**: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2 TB NVMe SSD - £259.99
- **Graphics Card**: XFX Swift Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB - £569.99
- **Case**: Phanteks XT PRO ATX Mid Tower - £44.99
- **Power Supply**: NZXT C850 850W 80+ Gold - £84.98
- **Custom Fans**: Thermalright TL-C14C X3 140mm Fan - £13.79
**Total**: £1866.29
I'm looking for your thoughts and suggestions on any changes I should make!
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Just a heads up, I'd avoid buying high-value components like the CPU, RAM, or GPU from Amazon or any courier that uses Evri. They can be a bit unreliable with deliveries, and I wouldn't want my new hardware just sitting out in the rain on my doorstep.
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Your build looks solid, but I think you might be overpaying. The parts you listed add up to about £1715 without a GPU or SSD, which seems steep. I built a similar setup with a 9800X3D and an RX 9070 XT for around £1606. I suggest looking for a better airflow case and a basic fan pack for cooling. Here’s my optimized parts list:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core
- **Cooler**: Thermalright Phantom Spirit - performs similar to a 240mm AIO for less.
- **Motherboard**: A budget-friendly B850 with WiFi.
- **Memory**: Still keep the 32GB that you have.
- **Graphics Card**: A 9070 XT will greatly improve your gaming performance.
- **Case**: You can get a case that's affordable and has good airflow with some added fans.
- **Power Supply**: Stick with a quality 850W PSU, great for future upgrades.
You can check out my list for details. I think you'll be happier with the performance and cost!
PCBuilderXtreme: Thanks for your input! I’m pleasantly surprised it’s cheaper; I’ll definitely look into your suggestions.
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You should definitely try compiling your build on a part picker site to keep track of everything. It really helps! Once you've done that, you can share it for more tailored advice and any potential savings.
GamerNinja42: I already did! Just updated it above!
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GamerNinja42: Is it mainly due to delivery issues? That's a good point; I wouldn’t want that to happen either!