I'm about to finalize my next PC build and would love some feedback! I'm based in the US, and this rig will mostly be for gaming, with some occasional SolidWorks usage. I got a pretty good deal on the CPU and motherboard bundle from Micro Center. While 4TB of storage isn't a must for me, I download a lot of music and my game library is really stacking up. Here's the part list I have: [PCPartPicker Part List](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Y8pjkf).
**PC Build Details:**
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler**: Thermalright Frozen Infinity 240 ARGB
- **Motherboard**: Asus TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI Micro ATX AM5
- **Memory**: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
- **Storage**: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 4 TB NVME SSD
- **Video Card**: Asus PRIME GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB
- **Case**: Jonsbo D32 PRO MicroATX Desktop Case
- **Power Supply**: Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 750 W 80+ Gold Certified
- **Additional Fans**: Various Thermalright fans for cooling
I'm spending about $1076.53 total. Any tips or suggestions before I go ahead with the build?
3 Answers
This looks great! I really like that you matched a MATX board with a Micro ATX case. Just a heads up on that 4TB drive—you'll be glad you went for it. They fill up quicker than you'd think! Just a few months ago, I upgraded from 2x1TB NVMe drives to 2x2TB, and I’m already using about 3.5TB!
As for your GPU choice, the 5060 Ti is decent, but for the price, you might want to consider the 5070. It’s faster and will handle high FPS at 1440p better. Just keep in mind, the 5070 might struggle with VRAM for newer games in five years compared to the 5060 Ti, which, while slower now, may last a little longer.
If you're looking to save some cash, consider swapping to a 750W Be Quiet Pure Power 12 M PSU. It's a solid choice!
That's true, but I think the PSU I picked has braided cables, which are supposed to be a lot easier to work with, especially in a smaller case.
Solid build! The only thing I'd tweak is the RAM. If you can, consider switching to a CL30 instead of CL36; it's better optimized for AM5.
I totally agree, I just noticed the CL36 too. Do you have a recommendation for a good RGB RAM kit? Since it’s going to be the centerpiece of the build, I want something appealing.
That’s a good point! I’ve been weighing those two GPUs, and it seems like a tough choice. I want something that lasts!