Hey everyone! I'm putting together a parts list for a new build and I would love your feedback. Here's what I've got so far:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor ($196)
- **CPU Cooler:** Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($129.94)
- **Motherboard:** Gigabyte B850 GAMING WIFI6 ATX AM5 Motherboard ($149.99)
- **Memory:** Kingston FURY Beast RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($146.99)
- **Storage:** WD Black SN850X 2 TB NVME SSD ($147.97)
- **Storage:** Seagate BarraCuda 2 TB HDD ($68.00)
- **Video Card:** EVGA FTW3 ULTRA GAMING LE iCX3 GeForce RTX 3080 Ti ($1298.00)
- **Case:** Montech AIR 903 MAX ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99)
- **Power Supply:** be quiet! Pure Power 13 M 850 W PSU ($134.90)
- **Operating System:** Windows 10 Pro (already have it)
Total price is around $2361.78. I found a used EVGA RTX 3080 Ti for about 310€ (around $364.58), which I might swap for my old GTX 1660 Ti Super. So overall, I'm looking at about $1176 after some changes. I currently have a 1080p monitor, but plan to upgrade to 1440p in a year. Do you think this build is good?
P.S. The prices for these parts in my country are higher than in the US. Here's a quick breakdown:
- CPU: $261
- Motherboard: $271
- GPU: $365 (used)
- RAM: $150
- PSU: $170
- Case: $108
Total: $1325. Also, I have a 2TB Seagate Barracuda HDD already, and instead of the Noctua cooler, I think I can just use my Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. Let me know your thoughts!
2 Answers
Just make sure to set PCPartPicker to your location to find the best prices. That way, you can see all options that are available and compare them! The rest of your build seems very solid, just keep an eye on budget as well with all these parts!
Looks like a solid build! Just a heads up, the Noctua NH-D15 is pretty pricey for the Ryzen 5 9600X. You might get better performance for your buck with a different cooler. Maybe check out some other options available in Europe that are less expensive. Also, it's great that you're considering used parts; that can save you quite a bit!
Totally agree! The NH-D15 is awesome but a bit overkill for the 9600X. Don't forget to check if the thermal performance meets your needs with a less expensive cooler.
Thanks for the tip! I’ll definitely adjust the settings to better compare prices in my area.