I'm working on a new PC build and have a budget of 2500€ (not including the case and fans I already have). I want to know if everything I've chosen works well together or if there are parts I should consider swapping out. Here's what I have planned: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, ARCTIC Liquid Freezer cooler, Gigabyte X870 AORUS motherboard, 64 GB Corsair Dominator RAM, 2 TB Crucial SSD and 2 TB Samsung SSD, Sapphire PURE Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, and a Lian Li EDGE 1000 W power supply. I'd appreciate any advice or suggestions!
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It looks like you might be overspending in a few areas. For example, the motherboard seems a bit pricey for a gaming-only setup; you could consider a B650 or B850 board instead. You really don't need the extra features of an X870 for gaming. Also, 64 GB of RAM is overkill unless you’re doing highly demanding tasks. Going with 32 GB will save you some cash and is perfectly fine for gaming.
Your build seems fine if you’re okay with spending a bit more for aesthetics. Just remember that sometimes the looks don’t impact the performance at all!
If you're looking to cut costs, you could save around 200€ by choosing a different GPU. The Sapphire PURE is a solid option that I’ve seen for around 750€. Just make sure to check the reviews!
Thanks for the tip! I did find a Sapphire PURE for about 750€; that might work better!
What about the GPU? I noticed the one you suggested has a higher core speed—how does that impact gaming performance?