Hey everyone! I'm planning to build a PC that can handle some heavily modded games like Fallout 4 and The Outer Worlds 2 when it comes out. Here's the spec list I'm considering:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 7600
- **Cooler:** THERMALRIGHT Aqua Elite 240 ARGB V3 Water Cooling
- **Motherboard:** ASROCK B650M PG Lightning
- **GPU:** ACER Nitro Arc B580 OC 12GB (I'm also considering a Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 EAGLE OC 8GB)
- **RAM:** DDR5 Crucial 32GB (1x32GB) 4800MHz CL40
- **Disc A:** Samsung 990 EVO 2TB
- **Disc B:** SAMSUNG 980 1TB
- **Case:** be quiet! Pure Base 600 Silver Case
- **Power Supply:** be quiet! BN342 Pure Power 12 M 650W (or possibly 750W)
I know the water cooler might be a bit much, but I really want a silent setup for light office tasks. I'm using two drives to separate the OS and gaming files. What do you think? Any suggestions?
2 Answers
I’d recommend reconsidering the RAM setup. Dual-channel is important, so aim for 2 sticks of 16GB for better performance. Also, look for faster RAM like 6000 CL 30 to get the most out of your system. As for the water cooler, it’s a bit overkill for the Ryzen 5 7600—save the cash and throw it to upgrade your GPU instead!
Not entirely agree! With 1080p gaming, the RAM you've selected is still solid, but if you want to future-proof for more intensive gaming, then yeah, definitely consider speed upgrades.
Looks like a solid build! For 1080p, that setup should work great, and honestly, the B580 can even handle 1440p quite well. If you're after silence, consider going for an air cooler instead, as they can be very quiet too. You could also look at the Ryzen 7600X for a little extra performance. Plus, you might find an HDD for your secondary drive instead of a second SSD—can save you some bucks for a better GPU!
I hear you about the noise! I totally agree that silence is key; a good air cooler can do the job without the extra expense.
That water cooler is a good price, though! It's hard to find better SSD options for just a few bucks more—I've seen people pay much more for slightly better speeds.