Assistance Required for Computer Assembly
Assistance Required for Computer Assembly
Hello everyone,
I plan to assemble my own computer system within the next few weeks, primarily for gaming, live streaming, photo editing, and video creation/rendering.
I possess a solid understanding of computer hardware and have already selected several components, but I’m seeking an additional perspective and feedback on my build choices.
Below is the intended configuration:
NXT H710i Case -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07S...1OLE&psc=1
Aorus Z390 Aorus Ultra or ASUS ROG Strix Z390-E -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...1SVB&psc=1
or
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...Z9A1&psc=1
Intel Core i7 9700K -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...BE5R&psc=1
NZXT Kraken 360mm Radiator -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07B...1OLE&psc=1
Corsair 4x8GB Vengeance RGB RAM -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07D...1OLE&psc=1
Corsair CP-9020187-UK 750 W or ASUS ROG Thor 850 W -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...1OLE&psc=1
or
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...1OLE&psc=1
Corsair CSSD-F480GBMP510 Force Series MP510 480 GB NVMe (For Windows OS)-
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H...1OLE&psc=1
Samsung 860 QVO 1 TB SATA 2.5" Internal SSD -
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07K...16VH&psc=1
Furthermore, I’m aiming for a consistent aesthetic with RGB lighting across as many hardware components as possible to create a visually cohesive centerpiece for my desk.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Using pcpartpicker is a useful tool for assembling your computer and exploring compatibility options. What graphics card did you select? Utilizing quad-channel RAM typically doesn’t significantly improve performance compared to dual-channel, making the price difference not worth it for most people. However, if you prioritize visual appeal, that's a different consideration. Asus power supplies tend to be expensive, but you’re aiming for an RGB setup. You can often save money by opting for Corsair PSUs, as they’re frequently concealed within the case. Based on your components, I estimate a budget of approximately £1800 to £2000.
Here are two builds – one featuring AMD and the other utilizing Intel.
AMD:
PCPartPicker Part List:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/s8Qm7T
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3800X 3.9 GHz 8-Core Processor
Using PCPartPicker, I’ve compiled two system builds – one utilizing AMD components and the other Intel. The AMD build features a Ryzen 7 3800X processor, complemented by an NZXT Kraken Z73 liquid cooler and a Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER graphics card. The Intel build incorporates an i9-9900K processor, alongside the same NZXT cooler and graphics card. Both builds incorporate similar storage solutions – two NVMe SSDs – and a Corsair RMx White power supply. The total cost for both systems is approximately £2056.52 (AMD) and £2186.07 (Intel), respectively, including shipping and taxes. The Z73 cooler was selected for its customization options, though a smaller model could be substituted to reduce costs.
The current selection of components for a gaming, streaming, and editing system is significantly underpowered given the price point of a 9700K processor.
Here’s a parts list generated by PCPartPicker:
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X – 3.6 GHz, 8-core processor (£259.00 from Amazon UK)
CPU Cooler:
Cooler Master MasterAir MA410M – 53.38 CFM cooler (£57.98 from Amazon UK)
Motherboard:
Asus PRIME X570-P – ATX AM4 motherboard (£189.95 from Amazon UK)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro – 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 RAM (£177.98 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Western Digital Blue – 500 GB M.2-2280 SSD (£57.24 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Seagate Barracuda Compute – 2 TB 3.5" HDD (£51.27 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Seagate Barracuda Compute – 2 TB 3.5" HDD (£51.27 from Amazon UK)
Video Card:
Palit GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER – 8 GB GDDR6 video card (£684.99 from Amazon UK)
Case:
NZXT H710i – ATX mid-tower case (£159.97 from Amazon UK)
Power Supply:
Corsair RMx White – 750 W, 80+ Gold certified modular ATX PSU (£119.99 from Amazon UK)
Total:
£1809.64 (including shipping, taxes, and discounts)
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2020-03-19 03:02 GMT+0000
Alternatively, here’s a components list for a more robust configuration:
CPU:
Intel Core i9-9900K – 3.6 GHz, 8-core processor (£461.80 from Amazon UK)
CPU Cooler:
Deepcool GAMERSTORM CAPTAIN 360X WHITE – 64.4 CFM liquid cooler (£142.27 from Amazon UK)
Motherboard:
MSI MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON AC – ATX LGA1151 motherboard (£179.99 from Amazon UK)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro – 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 RAM (£177.98 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Western Digital Blue – 500 GB M.2-2280 SSD (£57.24 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Seagate Barracuda Compute – 2 TB 3.5" HDD (£51.27 from Amazon UK)
Storage:
Seagate Barracuda Compute – 2 TB 3.5" HDD (£51.27 from Amazon UK)
Video Card:
Palit GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER – 8 GB GDDR6 video card (£684.99 from Amazon UK)
Case:
NZXT H710i – ATX mid-tower case (£159.97 from Amazon UK)
Power Supply:
Corsair RMx White – 750 W, 80+ Gold certified modular ATX PSU (£119.99 from Amazon UK)
Total:
£2086.77 (including shipping, taxes, and discounts)
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2020-03-19 03:11 GMT+0000