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Another Thread About Building a New Computer

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selank1434
Junior Member
7
12-31-2017, 10:38 PM
#1
Hello everyone!

I'm reaching out again for assistance with a new computer build. I've received some helpful advice in the past (thank you, WhyMe...you're amazing), so I'm giving it another shot.

I'm facing some challenges because of the current memory costs. Previously, building on my own machine offered cost savings by getting exactly what I needed while avoiding low-quality parts. Now, building on my own doesn't seem to provide those savings, but I still benefit from the last two factors mentioned.

I attempted to choose a build one or two steps below the top tier, considering the decreasing returns at the top of performance-to-cost ratio.

Approximate Purchase Date:
This week

Budget Range:
$2500-3000 USD

System Usage (Most to Least Important):
gaming > work (word, excel), surfing online

Are you purchasing a monitor?
No

Parts to Upgrade:
whole system

Do you need an operating system?
Yes

Preferred Websites for Parts:
Newegg

Location:
USA

Parts Preferences:
CPU: AMD, GPU: NVidia > AMD. Brands: Asus, Corsair, GSKill

Overclocking:
Maybe

Multiple GPUs:
No

Your Monitor Resolution:
Currently, 1040P

Most Importantly:
Why are you upgrading?
I bought a second residence and need a computer at home.

[Product Links]
https://www.newegg.com/amd-ryzen-7-...es...6819113793
https://www.newegg.com/msi-liquid-c...12...6835846063
https://www.newegg.com/asus-rog-str...x-...6813119755
https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-ripj...y-...6820374430
https://www.newegg.com/samsung-2tb-990-p...6820147865
https://www.newegg.com/asus-tuf-gam...16...000Y-00C85
https://www.newegg.com/fractal-desi...ha...6811352216
https://www.newegg.com/corsair-rmx-...d-...6817139333
https://www.newegg.com/microsoft-windows...6832351748
https://www.newegg.com/creative-sound-bl...00CW-00002

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selank1434
12-31-2017, 10:38 PM #1

Hello everyone!

I'm reaching out again for assistance with a new computer build. I've received some helpful advice in the past (thank you, WhyMe...you're amazing), so I'm giving it another shot.

I'm facing some challenges because of the current memory costs. Previously, building on my own machine offered cost savings by getting exactly what I needed while avoiding low-quality parts. Now, building on my own doesn't seem to provide those savings, but I still benefit from the last two factors mentioned.

I attempted to choose a build one or two steps below the top tier, considering the decreasing returns at the top of performance-to-cost ratio.

Approximate Purchase Date:
This week

Budget Range:
$2500-3000 USD

System Usage (Most to Least Important):
gaming > work (word, excel), surfing online

Are you purchasing a monitor?
No

Parts to Upgrade:
whole system

Do you need an operating system?
Yes

Preferred Websites for Parts:
Newegg

Location:
USA

Parts Preferences:
CPU: AMD, GPU: NVidia > AMD. Brands: Asus, Corsair, GSKill

Overclocking:
Maybe

Multiple GPUs:
No

Your Monitor Resolution:
Currently, 1040P

Most Importantly:
Why are you upgrading?
I bought a second residence and need a computer at home.

[Product Links]
https://www.newegg.com/amd-ryzen-7-...es...6819113793
https://www.newegg.com/msi-liquid-c...12...6835846063
https://www.newegg.com/asus-rog-str...x-...6813119755
https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-ripj...y-...6820374430
https://www.newegg.com/samsung-2tb-990-p...6820147865
https://www.newegg.com/asus-tuf-gam...16...000Y-00C85
https://www.newegg.com/fractal-desi...ha...6811352216
https://www.newegg.com/corsair-rmx-...d-...6817139333
https://www.newegg.com/microsoft-windows...6832351748
https://www.newegg.com/creative-sound-bl...00CW-00002

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mercolour
Member
56
12-31-2017, 11:13 PM
#2
PCPartPicker List of Components
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
($469.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 Ultra 81.88 CFM CPU Cooler
($55.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
($209.44 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($305.66 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial T705 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME SSD
($239.99 @ B&H)
Video Card:
Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
($929.99 @ B&H)
Case:
Lian Li LANCOOL 217 ATX Mid Tower Case
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
NZXT C850 (2024) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($124.99 @ Best Buy)
Overall Cost:
$2454.96
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Created by
PCPartPicker
2026-01-16 18:02 EST-0500
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mercolour
12-31-2017, 11:13 PM #2

PCPartPicker List of Components
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
($469.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 Ultra 81.88 CFM CPU Cooler
($55.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
($209.44 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($305.66 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Crucial T705 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME SSD
($239.99 @ B&H)
Video Card:
Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
($929.99 @ B&H)
Case:
Lian Li LANCOOL 217 ATX Mid Tower Case
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
NZXT C850 (2024) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($124.99 @ Best Buy)
Overall Cost:
$2454.96
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
Created by
PCPartPicker
2026-01-16 18:02 EST-0500

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acromo
Member
167
01-03-2018, 01:20 AM
#3
If you wanted to save money, the AMD RX 9070 XT could be an option. It's similar to the 5070 Ti but usually available for a bit less than a hundred dollars.
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acromo
01-03-2018, 01:20 AM #3

If you wanted to save money, the AMD RX 9070 XT could be an option. It's similar to the 5070 Ti but usually available for a bit less than a hundred dollars.

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Nienke_2002
Senior Member
621
01-07-2018, 07:33 PM
#4
PCPartPicker Parts Selection CPU: * AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($385.99 @ Amazon) CPU Cooler: * ID-COOLING FROZN A620 PRO SE 58 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Amazon) Motherboard: * Asus TUF GAMING B650E-PLUS WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($169.99 @ Best Buy) Memory: * Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($305.66 @ Amazon) Storage: * Western Digital Blue SN580 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($195.00 @ Amazon) Video Card: * Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card ($879.99 @ Best Buy) Case: * Antec FLUX SE ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: * ASRock Steel Legend SL-850G 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg) Overall Total: $2146.60 *Prices reflect shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts* *Selected lowest-priced items based on specified criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-16 19:26 EST-0500 https://www.asus.com/motherboards-compon...plus-wifi/ http://www.idcooling.com/product/detail?...name=FROZN A620 PRO SE ASRock SL-850G 80 PLUS® GOLD Certified<br />Cybenetics PLATINUM and LAMBDA A+ Certified
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Nienke_2002
01-07-2018, 07:33 PM #4

PCPartPicker Parts Selection CPU: * AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($385.99 @ Amazon) CPU Cooler: * ID-COOLING FROZN A620 PRO SE 58 CFM CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ Amazon) Motherboard: * Asus TUF GAMING B650E-PLUS WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($169.99 @ Best Buy) Memory: * Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($305.66 @ Amazon) Storage: * Western Digital Blue SN580 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($195.00 @ Amazon) Video Card: * Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card ($879.99 @ Best Buy) Case: * Antec FLUX SE ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: * ASRock Steel Legend SL-850G 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg) Overall Total: $2146.60 *Prices reflect shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts* *Selected lowest-priced items based on specified criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-16 19:26 EST-0500 https://www.asus.com/motherboards-compon...plus-wifi/ http://www.idcooling.com/product/detail?...name=FROZN A620 PRO SE ASRock SL-850G 80 PLUS® GOLD Certified<br />Cybenetics PLATINUM and LAMBDA A+ Certified

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mrminer02
Member
183
01-09-2018, 05:14 PM
#5
The Creative Ae5 Plus deserves attention and offers better value. It's worth checking out.
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mrminer02
01-09-2018, 05:14 PM #5

The Creative Ae5 Plus deserves attention and offers better value. It's worth checking out.