Hey everyone! I'm building a new gaming PC after my current setup from 2017 has started to struggle with newer games. My budget is around $2500, and I mainly play CS2, Escape from Tarkov, and Overwatch 2. Ideally, I'd like to hit around 300 FPS in CS2. Here's the build I'm considering:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro A-RGB 360
- **Motherboard:** Gigabyte B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ATX AM5
- **Memory:** Kingston FURY Beast RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30
- **Storage:** Kingston NV3 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
- **GPU:** Gigabyte GAMING OC Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB
- **Case:** Montech XR ATX Mid Tower Case
- **Power Supply:** MSI MAG A750GL PCIE5 750W 80+ Gold Fully Modular
My total comes to around kr27088.
I have a few questions:
1. Is this build reasonable for the price?
2. Is hitting 300+ FPS realistic in CS2 with this setup?
3. For those who've upgraded from 80-100 FPS to 300+, does it feel like a big difference?
4. Is it wise to build a PC now, or should I wait for prices to drop or for new hardware?
5. Let me know if anything seems unnecessary!
I'd really appreciate any feedback or suggestions. Thanks!
4 Answers
Honestly, I think your CPU is great, but that cooler looks a bit excessive if you're not overclocking seriously. An air cooler would do just fine and looks cleaner too. Also, be cautious with that NV3 SSD; it uses QLC flash, which isn't as durable. Consider switching to a TLC drive like the TeamGroup MP33 Pro or the WD Black SN850X for better longevity.
Okay, thanks for the heads-up!
How do you feel about the case? I think it looks decent for the price, but it's all about personal preference!
Yeah, I like it! It’s cheap and has a cool design, so I’m happy with it.
Also, keep in mind that your power supply adds quite a bit of wattage. If you're running any additional components, make sure it's enough. Just curious, was the extra wattage related to the AIO cooler or your overall setup?
Good point! I guess I'll need to consider that.