I'm about to upgrade my PC and I'm considering going with an RTX 5070 Ti and an AMD 9800X3D. I've read a lot about finding cheaper components, but I want to make sure I'm not compromising on performance unnecessarily. What should I keep in mind when choosing the rest of my parts? Are there any components I should invest a bit more in, so I don't run into issues later on?
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I'd suggest you look at getting the B850 motherboard since it's newer and likely to support more CPUs. When it comes to your power supply, don’t skimp on it! Go for a reliable one like a Seasonic or ThermalTake G3. For RAM, something around 6000MTs should be sufficient, and while coolers are important, you can find good options without breaking the bank, like the Peerless Assassin. If other parts are cheap but functional, that’s fine!
Is 850W enough for my setup? And what about RAM timings—should I go for CL36?