I'm planning to build my first gaming PC featuring an RTX 5070, and I want to keep the total cost under £1300 ($1750) including all the necessary peripherals. Here's what I've put together so far:
**Core PC parts:**
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 7600 (£136)
- **GPU:** PNY RTX5070 OC ARGB (£504)
- **Motherboard:** MSI B650 Gaming Plus Wifi (£135)
- **RAM:** Corsair Vengeance 32GB (2x16GB) 6400MHz (£80)
- **SSD:** Kingston NV3 2TB (£94)
- **PSU:** Corsair CX750 80 Plus Bronze (£69)
- **Case:** Kolink Void RGB (£53)
- **Fans:** Corsair RS120 ARGB (x3) (£30)
**Peripherals:**
- **Monitor:** MSI 32CQ6F (32", 1440P, 180Hz) (£159)
- **Keyboard:** Koorui MKC01 60% (£20)
- **Mouse:** Aula SC580 (£27)
My total for just the PC comes to £1101 ($1480 USD). I'd appreciate any advice on whether these parts are compatible or if I'm risking any bottlenecks. Any suggestions on upgrades or tweaks are welcome!
2 Answers
While your build looks solid for being your first, there are some areas you could improve. First off, the Kingston NV3 SSD is decent but not the best performer. You might want to consider upgrading to a more reliable SSD, like the SK Hynix Platinum P41. Also, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is good, pairing it with the RTX 5070 could lead to some performance limitations. If possible, maybe save up for the 7600X or 9600X later on for better results. But overall, great start!
For a first build, you're doing amazing! If you're open to suggestions, I’d recommend switching out the SSD for a better quality one, like the one I mentioned earlier. As for your case, it’s worth checking if it provides good airflow because some cases include only one fan. You might want to look at options like the Corsair 3500X ARGB or the Antec AX61 ELITE for better airflow and aesthetics. You're really on the right track with this setup!
I appreciate the feedback! I chose that case for the look but I’m a bit worried about airflow too. I’ll definitely check those other options!
That's actually a good point! I was already considering an SSD upgrade for my next build, plus I think I'll keep the CPU upgrade in mind.