I'm putting together a PC build and need some advice on my configuration. Here's what I have so far:
- **Case**: MSI MAG Forge 320R Airflow (white)
- **CPU**: I'm considering either the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (6 cores at 3.7GHz with a 5.0GHz Turbo) or the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (6 cores at 4.7GHz with a 5.3GHz Turbo).
- **CPU Cooler**: Silentware Bora
- **GPU**: 16GB AMD Radeon RX 9060XT
- **Motherboard**: MSI PRO B850-S WiFi6E or MSI B850 Gaming Plus WiFi6E
- **Memory**: Kingston FURY Beast 32GB Kit DDR5-6000 CL30
- **Storage**: 1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe (with read speeds of 7450MB/s and write speeds of 6900MB/s)
- **Power Supply**: 750W MSI MAG A750GL 80+ Gold ATX 3.1
Does this build work well together? Which CPU and motherboard combination do you recommend? What kind of performance can I expect from this setup?
1 Answer
If you're looking for the best bang for your buck, I'd suggest going with the Ryzen 5 7600X, especially if the price difference isn't too high. It pairs nicely with the RX 9060XT. For the motherboard, I recommend the MSI B850 Gaming Plus WiFi. As for the CPU cooler, you could save some cash by opting for a Thermaltake Phantom Spirit which should cool either CPU effectively.
I agree with going for the 7600X if you can swing it. The extra performance is worth it! Plus, the Gaming Plus board has some great features.