I'm building my first PC and I've got a budget of $1500-$1600. I've put together a part list, and I'm wondering if there are any improvements or upgrades I should consider. Here's what I have:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor ($312.99)
- CPU Cooler: Thermalright Aqua Elite V3 66.17 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($44.90)
- Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 GAMING X AX V2 ATX AM5 Motherboard ($167.99)
- Memory: Corsair Vengeance 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($129.99)
- Storage: Western Digital Black SN770 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($69.99)
- Video Card: MSI VENTUS 3X OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card ($679.99)
- Case: Montech XR ATX Mid Tower Case ($80.90)
- Power Supply: MSI MAG A650GL 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX PSU ($89.99)
Total: $1576.74. What do you think? Any tweaks I should make?
1 Answer
If you're near a Micro Center, you might find better deals in-store. But since you're sticking to online shopping, here are a couple of suggestions:
1. Consider switching to an air cooler instead of the liquid one; it could save you some cash and perform just as well—if looks aren't a priority.
2. An at least 750W power supply would be advisable for your build—better to have some headroom. If you're considering going up, an 800W would work just fine!
Would an 800W one be good?