I'm currently planning an upgrade for my PC and could use some help. Right now, my setup includes an MSI A520M-A PRO motherboard, a Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G CPU, a Xigmatek X-Power 600W PSU, 16GB of G.Skill RAM, a Xigmatek Master X case, and an MSI RX6600XT Gaming X GPU. I want to upgrade everything except the case to save some cash. My target components are an ASUS ROG Strix B850-F Gaming Wifi motherboard, a Ryzen 7 9700X CPU, and I'm deciding between the Xigmatek Fury GD 850W 80+ Gold PSU or the Cooler Master G750W V2 80+ Gold. I'm also considering upgrading to XPG Lancer DDR5 RAM at 2x16GB with 6400MHz. Are these parts compatible with each other? And which PSU should I choose? If anyone has suggestions around the same price range, I'd love to hear them! Thanks!
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The Xigmatek PSU has a better tier rating, so I’d recommend going with that one. If you're looking to save a bit more, the Montech Century II might be a cheaper option if you can find it. Also, I’d suggest considering 6000MHz RAM because it hits that sweet spot for price to performance.
Is the PSU tier list really that reliable? Cooler Master is a well-known brand with a strong reputation, while Xigmatek isn't as popular. The 850W from Xigmatek gives extra headroom for future upgrades and is often cheaper, especially with discounts. Plus, the price difference between 6000MHz and 6400MHz RAM is small—do you think it’s worth the extra cost?