Hey everyone! I'm building a new PC with a budget of around $1650 and I'd love to hear your thoughts on it — particularly about potential bottlenecks, whether I'm getting good value for my money, and any suggestions you might have before I finalize my decision. Here's the build I've put together:
- **CPU:** Intel Core i5-14400F (Up to 4.7GHz, Raptor Lake) – $151
- **CPU Cooler:** Coolleo B40 DIG 120mm ARGB with Temp Display – $46
- **Motherboard:** ASUS PRIME B760M-A DDR5 WIFI – $191
- **RAM:** Patriot Viper Venom 32GB (2x16GB) 6000MHz CL30 DDR5 – $131
- **GPU:** ZOTAC GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GAMING OC – $831
- **Storage:** Crucial P3 Plus 1TB NVMe Gen4 (5000/3600 MB/s) – *2 $150
- **PSU:** MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80+ Bronze – $87
- **Case:** ANTEC CX300 ELITE RGB BLACK – $68
**Total:** ~ $1655
**Main Usage:** Gaming on a 2560x1080 ultrawide monitor, light coding, and general usage.
Here are a few specific questions I have:
1. Is this build solid for gaming at 2560x1080 (high/ultra settings)?
2. Is the PSU adequate for this setup?
3. Any recommendations for better price/performance within this budget?
Thanks for your help!
2 Answers
Honestly, I wouldn't go with the Raptor Lake CPUs. They don't have great resale value. Plus, I suggest swapping out the cooler with something like the Phantom Spirit 120 SE. The motherboard is also quite expensive for what it offers. And about the storage — you can find 1TB NVMe drives that are much cheaper. That said, the PSU is fine for now with your Intel setup, but I’d recommend a better brand like Seasonic with at least 750W.
I think you might want to consider switching to an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D instead of the Intel CPU. It's slightly pricier but could offer better performance for gaming at that resolution. The GPU price seems steep too; if you can, check out the RX 9070 XT as an alternative. Your PSU should be okay, but an 850W would give you better headroom if you're planning on overclocking. Overall, it looks like a solid build for your needs!
Good call on looking at AMD! They often provide better value for gaming.
That's a good point! The right PSU can make a huge difference.