Hey everyone! I'm looking to build a powerful gaming rig tailored for racing and flight simulations, as well as some VR gaming with my Quest 3. I'm opting for air cooling because I'm not a fan of AIO maintenance. I'm also planning on having two 2TB drives instead of one big 4TB to ensure backup in case one fails. I know the RAM might seem excessive at 64GB, but I'm concerned about future availability and rising prices due to various industry factors. Here's what I'm considering for my build:
- **CPU**: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- **Cooler**: be quiet! Dark Rock 5 (silent and keeps RAM slots accessible)
- **GPU**: ZOTAC RTX 5080 Solid Core OC
- **Mainboard**: MSI MAG X870 Tomahawk WIFI
- **RAM**: 64GB G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO (6000MHz CL30)
- **SSD**: 2x 2TB Lexar NM790
- **PSU**: 1000W be quiet! Pure Power 12 M
- **Case**: ENDORFY Arx 700 Air
- **OS**: Windows 11 Home
I'm based in Germany and my budget is 4k €, with the build coming in at 3.7k €. I'm not looking for peripherals, just need to know if there are any potential bottlenecks, better alternatives, or compatibility issues I might have overlooked. Would appreciate any advice since I'm not really a hardware expert!
3 Answers
That build looks powerful! If you're set on the RTX 5080, just make sure you shop around to avoid overpaying. You might want to check out budget-friendly alternatives like the Palit 5080 Gaming Pro, which could save you about 100 bucks. It’s not a bad choice—just a shorter warranty. Happy to help!
I think 64GB is actually a good move, especially for something like MSFS 2024! Definitely check out the cooler options; effective cooling can make your gaming experience much smoother.
Consider a larger CPU cooler; it'll keep things quieter, especially during max load. The Pure Power 13M PSU is also a quieter option compared to the 12M. Regarding RAM, running 2x32GB is fine, but if you're mainly gaming, 2x16GB would suffice and might run better in some cases. If you can, go for a single 4TB SSD to keep future upgrade options open.
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