I'm building my first PC and I need some guidance. I've already picked out the CPU, RAM, storage, and monitor. I really want to get the RTX 5070 Ti for the GPU, but I'm unsure which brand to go with. I'm also torn between air cooling and water cooling. My budget is around $3000 to $3700. I could really use help deciding on other components like the motherboard, GPU, cooling system, PSU, case, and whether a Wi-Fi adapter comes with the motherboard. Here's what I've chosen so far: [https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qqx9qH](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qqx9qH). Thanks for any advice, and I hope you have a great day!
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Here's a basic build I put together: [https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fLWrJn](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fLWrJn). I've chosen the Thermalright Phantom Spirit air cooler; it competes well against more expensive options. For the motherboard, the Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E is great because it has built-in Wi-Fi and decent specifications. The Montech Century II PSU offers great value and quality. For the case, the Lian Li 217 has excellent airflow with two 160mm fans, plus it's pretty quiet.
That's a fair concern! You might want to consider your power needs and how many components you'll be running. A 1050W PSU should be fine, but reducing to a lower wattage could save some costs if you’re not pushing the limits.
For RAM, I'd recommend going with T-Create; it's a good deal and has better cooling. You don't necessarily need a top-tier M.2 drive; something like the M480 Pro or KS3000 should serve you just fine, and they’re cheaper. For the PSU, the RM1000x or something like the Core Reactor is solid. As for cooling, the Spirit 120 Evo is one of the best air coolers for your AM5 setup. Don’t stress too much about the 5070 Ti; as long as it has three screws and isn’t SFF, you're good to go!
I really like your second list! It looks solid, but do you think we can upgrade anything to hit that $3700 mark before taxes?
I’m wondering if a 1050W PSU might be too much for this setup. I live in an older building, and power can be a bit unstable when using multiple appliances at once.