I'm diving into my first PC build and I'm aiming to enter the cyber security field. This setup will primarily be for work, but I'd like to squeeze in some gaming as well. I'm trying to keep the total cost under $1000 and would love some feedback on my current selection to ensure everything is compatible and offers the best value. Here's what I've put together so far:
- Fractal Design North case
- ASUS Prime B650-Plus WiFi motherboard
- AMD Ryzen 7 8700G CPU
- Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120SE cooler
- Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RAM 32GB 6000MHz
- Corsair CX-M Series CX650M power supply
- Crucial P3 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND
2 Answers
Make sure to think about your motherboard choice. If you're concerned about VRM temps, looking into alternatives like the MSI or Gigabyte boards might help. They generally have better thermal performance. And since you like the integrated graphics features of the 8700G, there are definitely solid options for motherboards that support those capabilities well. Ditching the ASUS could save you some headaches later!
I see you're going with the 8700G, which is a solid choice for integrated graphics. However, you might want to swap it out for the 9600X. It has integrated graphics too and might give you a better performance. Plus, if you stretch your budget a little over $1000, you can consider adding a discrete GPU for even better gaming capabilities. Also, I've heard mixed things about the ASUS Prime B650-Plus. It can run hot due to high VRM temps, so keep that in mind!
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