Hey everyone! I'm planning to build a high-end gaming PC and could really use your advice on components before I make any purchases. I'm primarily going to use it for gaming on a 3560x1440 ultrawide monitor at 144hz, as well as 3D modeling, slicing for a 3D printer, and possibly some CAM work.
I'm aiming for a small form factor build, and mATX seems to be a more cost-effective option than ITX. I'm considering the Lian Li A3-mATX case since it's compact. I'd prefer a setup with minimal to no RGB lighting. My budget is around $3500, but I'm slightly flexible; I originally wanted to stay around $3000 before the memory shortage hit. I've already purchased some "affordable" RAM, so that's one component locked in. I'm particularly uncertain about the graphics card and motherboard choices, so I welcome any suggestions! Thanks for your help!
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You might want to reconsider putting all those components in a Micro ATX case. I'm not judging, just concerned about how well everything will cool and the upgrade options later on. The airflow in these cases can be tricky!
I’d prefer to stick with the mATX, ideally wanting it to last for at least 6 years before I think about a new build. I plan on getting the A3 without tempered glass, which has a mesh side. The case is designed for good cooling; if anyone has had bad experiences with it, I'd love to know!