I'm in the process of building a PC that's intended to function well for streaming, according to PC Part Picker. I've made a few modifications to a pre-built list and want to ensure that my choices make sense and aren't going to bottleneck my performance. I already have the RAM and PSU. Here's a quick rundown of the parts I'm considering:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 5 9600X 3.9 GHz 6-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro A-RGB 360 77 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
- **Motherboard:** Asus ROG STRIX B850-F GAMING WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
- **Memory:** Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory
- **Video Card:** MSI GAMING TRIO OC GeForce RTX 5070 12 GB Video Card
- **Case:** HYTE Y70 ATX Mid Tower Case
- **Power Supply:** Corsair RM750e (2025) 750 W Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
I appreciate any feedback or insights you can share before I make my final purchase!
2 Answers
It seems like your build might not be optimized price-wise. You could achieve similar performance with a lower-cost setup. For example, the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is a solid upgrade if you can swing it. Also, if you've got storage covered from your current rig, maybe you can cut costs there?
It looks like you might be overspending on the motherboard. Typically, a B850 board can cost a lot less and still perform well. Plus, consider upgrading your GPU—it might be worth looking at options above the 5070 if you have the budget for it. Also, that CPU cooler seems pretty pricey unless you specifically want that aesthetic. Just some food for thought!
Thanks for the input! How does the performance of a 5060 Ti compare to the 5070? Is it a significant difference?
I planned to bring my SSDs over, so I think I can save on storage for now. I'm cool with spending a bit more for RGB aesthetics, though!