Hey everyone! I'm putting together my dream gaming setup, and I've got some solid components already. Here's what I have so far:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D 4.2 GHz 16-Core Processor
- **Memory**: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36
- **Storage**: Crucial T705 W/Heatsink 2 TB M.2 PCIe 5.0 NVME SSD
- **Case**: HYTE Y60 ATX Mid Tower Case
I'm aiming to play Cyberpunk 2077 at 2K resolution and wouldn't mind trying out ray tracing, although it's not a dealbreaker. I'm looking to spend around $1500 to $1800 on a GPU. For the CPU cooler, power supply, and motherboard, I'd prefer more budget-friendly options, but if the extra cost is necessary to hit my graphics target, I'm open to suggestions!
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For RAM, you might want to switch to CL30 instead of CL36. It performs better and won't slow you down as much. Just something to keep in mind!
I suggest targeting at least a 5070TI for your GPU. MSRP for that is around $750, so be cautious if you see it priced over $900. Check out this benchmark from the RX 9070 Hellhound as it gives a good idea of performance at 2K resolution!
Say I went with a 5080. Any specific brands I should lean towards or avoid?
Thanks for the tip!