Hey everyone! I'm planning my first PC build and I've put together a list of parts. I'd love your input on whether anything looks inadequate or if I might be overdoing it. Here's what I have so far:
**CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
**CPU Cooler**: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 A-RGB 68.9 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
**Motherboard**: Asus ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
**Memory**: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL28 Memory
**Storage**: Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
**Storage**: Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
**Video Card**: Asus TUF GAMING OC Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card
**Power Supply**: Corsair RM850x SHIFT 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular Side Interface ATX Power Supply
Thanks for your help!
5 Answers
Your list looks solid! If you’re into heavy multitasking or creative work, 64GB RAM could be beneficial, but 32GB is typically enough for gaming and general use. Just saying, if you need tons of Photoshop work, more RAM can be handy!
Don’t forget thermal paste! It’s crucial. I made that mistake once, and it wasn’t fun. Luckily, Arctic often includes their MX thermal paste with their coolers, so check that out!
Yep, Arctic does usually include quality paste, so you should be good there. Just be sure to double-check!
When building a gaming PC, I usually suggest spending about half your budget on the graphics card. If you're aiming for a budget around $1,500-$1,600, you’re in a great spot for a 9700XT build. Just think about your goals; you seem to want a high-end setup to showcase AMD's best offerings! If you're looking for components, the Crucial T500 offers good value, and Gen 5 SSDs could be worth looking into if you're going premium. Everything else seems fine if you're going high-end!
The CL28 RAM is great, especially since it’s not much more expensive than CL30. Definitely go for it if that’s in your budget!
I think you might be overspending on the motherboard. For gaming, a B650 or B850 motherboard should suffice. The X870E is high-end, but not always necessary. Also, consider swapping the 9800X3D for a 7800X3D for better value unless you're all about 1080p esports. As for storage, there are definitely cheaper SSDs that perform just as well for gaming, so keep an eye out for deals! For the PSU, it’s a good pick, but check if it fits your case since some cables are mounted on the side. Just a thought!
Totally agree! They provide some excellent paste, it should save you a trip to the store.