Hey everyone! I've been saving up for a couple of years to finally build my first gaming PC. I'm considering a setup with the 9950X3D processor and the 5090 graphics card. As I'm pretty new to this whole thing, I could really use your help in spotting any major issues with my choices. Specifically, I'd love advice on the cooler, motherboard, and case to ensure they can adequately support the CPU and GPU. Money isn't an issue, so feel free to suggest anything! Here's the build I've put together: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/yVJYjn. Thanks a lot!
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Are you planning to do any video editing with this, or is it just for gaming? The 9950X3D might be overkill for gaming alone, the 9800X3D could give you similar performance. As for RAM, definitely get 6000MHz CL30. Your cooler might not cut it either; I’d recommend something modern like the Phantom Spirit or the Liquid Freezer III for better cooling. Your motherboard is fine, but you may need to update the BIOS to run those newer CPUs—if that's a hassle, consider a B850 board instead. And don’t forget to check if your GPU will fit in the case you choose!
Just a heads-up: Windows 10 will stop receiving security updates after October, so it’s time to switch to Windows 11. Also, for your build, if you're doing video editing, getting 64GB of RAM would definitely help! Make sure you get a cooler that can actually handle your CPU, and consider going for a B850 version of the motherboard. I'd also recommend a higher quality case for a $4000 setup, like the Lian Li 217 or something comparable.
It'll be for gaming, streaming, and video editing. Would you suggest the 9800X3D for all three uses or stick with the 9950X3D? Appreciate the advice!