Hey folks! I recently shared my build list and got some amazing feedback from you all—huge thanks for that! I've just finalized my parts on PCPartPicker, and I'm planning to buy everything in the next week or so. I'm keen on your thoughts about any improvements or changes I might need to consider. I'll be using this rig mainly for video editing, gaming, and coding, and my budget is around €2.1k-€2.2k. Just a heads up, I'm based in Finland, so the prices are in euros. Here's the link to my build: https://fi.pcpartpicker.com/list/wMPxJn
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I've made a few tweaks to your build while keeping your budget in check. The AMD Ryzen 7800X3D is a strong choice for gaming over the non-X3D models, but if video editing is a priority, the 9700X may offer slightly better performance. Also, consider going for 6000CL28 RAM instead of 6000CL30 for enhanced gaming. If you opt for the 9700X, having 48GB of RAM would be beneficial, especially with low latency. I also switched your motherboard to a B850 model to match your GPU brand—Gigabyte all the way! I downgraded the case to a Montech, which is cheaper but still decent, and I added an extra fan for the CPU cooler. Lastly, I went for a solid Kioxia SSD, which is a good deal right now. Check out my version here: https://fi.pcpartpicker.com/list/6vnQWc
Quick thought on the CPU—I've seen a bottleneck calculator suggesting the 9700X might actually suit the GPU better. Should I be worried about that or stick with your recommendation?
Here's another build option for you that prioritizes productivity over purely gaming performance. I've gone for the Ryzen 9 7950X, which should handle video editing like a champ. You'll get decent gaming performance too, especially at 4K. Just something to consider if you want the best overall performance without skimping on video tasks. Here's the list: https://fi.pcpartpicker.com/list/WQVngn. It comes in just under your budget at €2,072.20, and yeah, keeping the 7950X on Eco Mode is a smart move for efficiency!
Thanks a ton for your input! I was stuck between the 7800X3D and the 9700X, so your breakdown really helps. Appreciate you clarifying things!