I'm building a PC primarily for streaming, encoding, and some light video editing. I won't be using it for gaming or heavy multitasking. What are your thoughts on a good mid-range CPU and GPU combination for these tasks?
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The Ryzen 7 7700X is a solid choice for video work, and the 3060 12GB has modern encoding capabilities that make it pretty reliable. It's also not overly sought after for gaming, so the price won't break the bank. If you're looking for more power, consider going with a Ryzen 7 9700X and a 4060 Ti with 16GB of VRAM. Both offer improved performance and efficiency. Intel i5 13600K or 14600K could work too, but typically Ryzen gives you better bang for your buck.
Ever since the 5060 Ti launched, I can barely find any 4060 Tis around!