Hey everyone! I'm gearing up to build my first PC primarily for gaming, aiming for high settings and 144 fps on my 1440p monitor. My budget is flexible, sitting around $2000 max. I've already purchased the RTX 5070 Ti and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, but I can still return them if needed. I'd appreciate your feedback on the following components: Motherboard, PSU, and Case. I've got a list here:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz - $359.99
- **CPU Cooler**: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE ARGB - $37.90
- **Motherboard**: ASRock B650 Pro RS WiFi - $160.98
- **Memory**: G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2x16 GB) DDR5-6000 - $114.99
- **Storage**: Silicon Power UD90 2 TB NVMe - $95.97
- **Video Card**: Zotac GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB - $749.99
- **Case**: Montech HS01 PRO ATX Mid Tower - $139.90
- **Power Supply**: Corsair RM850e 850 W Fully Modular - $125.29
- **Case Fan**: Thermalright TL-C12CW-S X3 120 mm Fans (3-Pack) - $13.19
Total: $1798.20
I'm exploring a fishtank-style case without a dual chamber but worried about cooling. I've also been considering the Geometric Future M5 or Lian Li O11 Vision Compact. Would it be wise to invest a bit more in a better motherboard? I noticed I could snag an ASUS ROG Strix B650-A Gaming Wifi for just $23 more. I love a bit of RGB flair, so there's that too. Looking forward to your thoughts!
3 Answers
Are the case fans just for looks or do you actually need them for cooling? If cooling is a concern, that’s worth evaluating, especially if you plan on swapping cases later. Those Thermalright fans are pretty decent though if aesthetics matter to you too.
Honestly, I'd steer clear of ASRock motherboards for now. I've heard some horror stories about reliability. You might want to check out ASUS boards that are more dependable, especially if you're looking to stick with PCIe 4.0.
Yeah, I heard about the issues, but I thought those were mostly for older models. I’ll keep looking for other options.
Just a heads up, B650 motherboards don't support PCIe 5.0, which is something to keep in mind for future-proofing. My B650 setup runs great, but it’s still a consideration. Plus, if you want a reliable boot drive, think about getting a Samsung or WD Black NVMe; they tend to have better reliability, especially for your primary drive.
Great advice! I was wondering about the price differences. Sounds like it's worth the investment for reliability.
Both, really! I'm looking for a mix of style and effective cooling, especially since I’m new at this.