Hey everyone! I'm planning to upgrade my current gaming PC which has a Ryzen 5 3600 and a GTX 1660 TI. Here's what I've put together so far for the new build:
- Motherboard: ASUS Prime B650 Plus WIFI
- CPU: Ryzen 7 9800X3D (with an ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro cooler)
- GPU: Radeon RX 9060 XT
- RAM: 32GB DDR5 6000 CL30
- PSU: Cooler Master MWE Gold 850
I'm aiming to use this PC primarily for gaming and some software development. I'd really love recommendations for a cool yet budget-friendly ATX case, too. I plan to transfer my SSD and HDD from my current setup, which is why no memory is listed here. Here's my PCPP link if you want to check it out: [PCPartPicker Link](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KzyzVF)
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I think the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a solid choice for gaming, but don't overlook the GPU! Having a better graphics card can give you more FPS than just going all out on the CPU. Something like a Radeon 9070 or 9070 XT paired with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D or even a 9700X could really optimize your performance without breaking the bank. Plus, it keeps the overall cost in check!
Thanks for the advice! If I swapped my GPU to a 7900 XTX, would the CPU still be too much? I'm curious!