Hey everyone! I'm putting together a gaming PC for my brother who has Asperger's, and he really loves white RGB setups. I've picked out some components and I'm wondering if this build is future-proof for 4K gaming. Here's the list I'm thinking of:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - €502
- **CPU Cooler**: Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX - €176.99
- **Motherboard**: Gigabyte X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 - €300.95
- **Memory**: Corsair Dominator Titanium 32 GB DDR5 - €202.80
- **Storage**: Corsair MP700 PRO 2 TB PCIe 5.0 - €229.99
- **Video Card**: MSI SHADOW 3X OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti - €889
- **Case**: Corsair 3500X ARGB Mid Tower - €126.95
- **Power Supply**: Corsair RM1000e 1000 W - €157.94
- **OS**: Microsoft Windows 11 Home - €130
- **Monitor**: Dell Alienware 31.6" 4K 240 Hz - €1033.75
- **Keyboard**: Corsair K55 CORE RGB - €59.98
- **Mouse**: Corsair SCIMITAR RGB ELITE - €69.98
**Total: €3880.33**.
Let me know if this is a good build or if I'm overspending on anything!
2 Answers
I think your build is fine overall, but you might be able to use your budget more effectively. Many of the components seem a bit on the pricey side for what you get. For example, instead of the RAM and SSD you picked, you could get more affordable options that still perform well. Also, upgrading to a RTX 5080 could have been possible with the money saved from cheaper parts!
Your build is solid, but a lot of those components seem overpriced. For example, most people won’t notice the difference between gen 3 and gen 4 NVMe SSDs, so you could save a bit there. Also, it might be worth trying Windows unactivated at first and then activating it later for a better experience down the line.
If you're focused on looks for your brother’s build, that's fine, just keep in mind you can often find similar performance for less.
Good luck with the build!
Thanks for the feedback! I picked the components considering my brother's preferences, especially for the aesthetics.