Looking for Advice on My First PC Build

Hey! I just went through the building process too. I saw you're considering some costly RAM. You could save a lot by opting for the Teamgroup T-Create Expert 6000MHz CL30—it’s half the price right now. Plus, Newegg often gives bundle discounts if you add components together. I grabbed a 360 AIO cooler and the Antec Flux Pro case—found it really worth it for airflow! If you're leaning towards AMD, the 9800X3D or 9850X3D is the way to go for gaming.

I reshaped my build, and you can check out the changes here: [link]. Switched out the CPU, motherboard, RAM, SSD, PSU, case, and GPU for better options. Definitely worth a look!

I think the Intel 14900K isn't the best choice for your CPU. If you're primarily gaming, you might want to consider the Ryzen X3D CPUs instead—they really outperform Intel for gaming. For productivity, you can't go wrong with the latest Ryzen 9 or Intel Core Ultra CPUs. Check out some benchmarks if you're curious!

The North case you're looking at is solid! I just built one for my son and he loves it. For cooling, you might want to upgrade to the NH-D15 G2 from Noctua if you want top performance. Also, I recommend consolidating those SSDs—try going for a single 4TB drive instead of two separate ones; it'll save you some cash. Just a heads-up though, the 14900K tends to run hot, so you'll need a good cooler to handle the noise.

Here’s a build I've put together: [link]. The Zotac GPU is only $1399 on Newegg, so with this setup, you’re looking at around $3000 total, which gives you some budget to play with!

What's the primary use for your PC? Is it for gaming, productivity, or something else? I noticed that some parts on your list seem a bit pricey for the performance you might get. There are definitely better value options out there that won't break the bank!