I'm working with a budget of £1.4K for my new gaming PC. I'll be focusing on esports titles like Fortnite, Valorant, and Rocket League, aiming for 1080p resolution and occasional streaming. I already own a 1TB SSD, which I haven't included in my build plans. Here's what I'm considering so far: [PC Part List](https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/Q7twV4). I'm also set on using an NVIDIA GPU and not looking into AMD options. Any tips or changes you would suggest as I'm new to this?
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I recommend upgrading to an X3D CPU for better gaming performance. Consider the 7800X3D, which is only an extra £10. It provides great performance boosts, especially for gaming! Here's a restructured build: 7800X3D CPU, a cost-effective air cooler like the Peerless Assassin, a solid motherboard with faster Ethernet/Wi-Fi, higher spec RAM, an affordable 5060 Ti, and a decent case. You could fit all this under your budget!
Have you thought about buying second-hand parts? You could score some great deals and upgrade your machine significantly, although I understand the hesitation with warranties.
I get that, but I'm kind of set on new parts for peace of mind since I'm spending a good amount.
You can grab a 5060 Ti 16GB for about £440, or go for the 5070 at around £530. Just curious, have you looked into AMD options? They can sometimes offer better performance for the price.
I've heard mixed reviews about AMD GPUs and my friends swear by NVIDIA, so I'm leaning towards that.
Would those parts still be okay if I go with the X3D or consider the 7700X instead?