Hey everyone! I'm just starting out with building my own PC and I've put together a list of components I want to use. Here's what I have:
- **CPU:** Intel I9 14900KF 24-core
- **GPU:** ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4090 24GB
- **Motherboard:** ASUS Z790-AYW WIFI W II Intel Z790 (LGA 1700) ATX
- **PSU:** MSI - MAG A1250GL Fully Modular
- **Cooler:** KRAKEN ELITE RGB 360 - White edition
- **RAM:** Team T-CREATE EXPERT 64GB (4x16GB) DDR5
- **Storage:** Crucial T700 GEN5 4TB M.2 2280 PCIE 5.0 X4 SSD, plus two Corsair MP700 Elite M.2 2280 2TB SSDs
- **Case:** ASUS ROG Strix Helios GX601 White Edition
I'm looking to keep my budget around $6,000-$6,500 and really want to ensure that all these components work well together. Since I'm brand new to this, I'd love any tips or critiques you have. I appreciate constructive feedback, not just criticism of my limited knowledge. Thanks in advance!
Also, I'm considering switching from 4x16GB RAM to 2x32GB. What do you all think about that?
3 Answers
I've seen some users suggest opting for AMD instead of Intel, especially with the i9 having some reported issues. If your primary purpose isn't heavy multi-threading tasks like editing, you might not need that many cores. Just a thought!
You’ve invested quite a bit, but are you sure about the GPU choice? Some believe you could get better performance for less with a different model. The RTX 4090 is great, but there are debates about whether it's the top choice. What do you think?
I picked the 4090 for its performance and specs, but I’m open to suggestions. What would you recommend?
Here’s an alternative build I made that’s $2,000 cheaper and still great: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/DpPWqH. I kept your white theme but suggest some upgrades that could improve performance without breaking the bank.
Wow, thanks for this! I really appreciate the advice. Just one question: how does the performance of the new GPU you suggested compare to the 4090?
I appreciate your input! I’m just curious, how do AMD CPUs stack up for gaming compared to Intel?