Hi everyone! I'm about to take the plunge into building my first PC after always relying on pre-builds. I really want to learn from the experience, and from what I've read, it seems to be a fun challenge with minimal risks.
I'm aiming to build a solid upper mid-range setup that can handle 2K gaming, video editing, and possibly some AI tasks. I'm also considering a software development course in the near future, so a machine that's somewhat future-proof would be great. My budget is around £2000, but I can stretch it a bit if needed.
Here's the current list of components I'm thinking about:
- **CPU:** AMD RYZEN 7 9800x 3D
- **GPU:** (PNY) GEFORCE RTX 5070ti 16gb overclocked triple fan
- **Motherboard:** MSI MAG B850 TOMAGHAWK MAX wifi ATX motherboard
- **PSU:** CORDSAIR RM1000x Fully modular low-noise ATX power supply
- **Memory:** Corsair Vengeance DDR5 32GB 6000MHz
- **SSD:** Kingspec 1TB 2.5 SATA III
- **Case/Fans:** Still undecided. I'm thinking of starting with one case fan and adding more later if needed.
I have a few questions:
1. Am I missing any essential components apart from cooling and monitors?
2. Is this setup suitable for my intended usage? Would you suggest any changes or different components?
3. Should I get case fans separately, or is it better to choose a case that comes with fans? Any recommendations would be really appreciated! Thanks in advance!
2 Answers
You could save some money with an 850W PSU and consider getting a more reliable NVMe SSD like Samsung or Crucial; they'll provide better performance. As for cases, I really like Lian Li models; their stock fans do a good job. Also, have you thought about a CPU cooler? What do you plan to use?
I think the 850W PSU is a great idea! And for the cooler, the Peerless Assassin 120 SE sounds perfect for your CPU; it's cost-effective and efficient. Regarding the case, it really depends on the airflow. Lian Li cases generally have good airflow with decent stock fans, but you might want to add additional fans later for better cooling if needed.
Related Questions
Lenovo Thinkpad Stuck In Update Loop Install FilterDriverU2_Reload