I'm looking to build a gaming PC and wanted to get some opinions on my planned setup. Here's what I've got so far:
- **CPU**: Ryzen 7 9700X
- **Motherboard**: Asus TUF GAMING B850M-PLUS WIFI Micro ATX AM5
- **GPU**: MSI SHADOW 2X OC GeForce RTX 5070 12GB
- **Case**: Lian Li A3-mATX MicroATX Mini Tower
- **PSU**: MSI MPG A1000GS PCIE5 1000 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX
- **RAM**: Crucial Pro 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-5600 CL46
- **SSD**: Two Samsung 980 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME
- **HDD**: Western Digital WD_BLACK 4 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM
- **Case Fans**: Corsair RS120 ARGB 120mm Fans (3-Pack)
- **CPU Cooler**: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
I've already purchased the case and CPU cooler, but I'd love feedback on the other components before I invest more in them. I'm aiming for an all-black minimalist look with non-RGB components except for the fans. Has anyone experienced issues fitting these parts into the Lian Li case? I know it can be tricky, but I'm hoping it'll be worth it for the look while aiming to stay around a total budget of $2,500. I play games like Skyrim, Cyberpunk, and others, and I don't plan on upgrading more than once every couple of years, so I want to make sure everything fits and works well together.
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I noticed you mentioned the Samsung 980 Pro SSDs; these drives have been replaced a couple of times and can be tough to find. Are you set on that model? If not, I can help recommend some M.2 alternatives that might be more available.
I don't have them yet, so I'd appreciate your suggestions! I do have an older 128GB M.2 that I'm using, but I'm not locked into anything yet.