Building new PC!
Building new PC!
This is my first attempt at building a PC and I’m completely new to the process. I’ve done a lot of research and identified some parts that seem suitable, but I want to be sure.
I’m considering getting an i9 9900kf because I plan to stream games and the extra threads might help. I know I need a z390 chipset for an i9, but I’m still figuring out which motherboard fits best. Maximus hero XI and Aorus are options, but I’m not sure which one is best! Price is definitely a concern.
Another question I have is whether overclocking my new CPU is worth it. I’ve read it can reach stable 5GHz, but I’m unsure if I should try to overclock right away or wait until I feel the CPU can’t handle the demands and then adjust for better performance.
Can overclocking affect the CPU and what’s the safest way to do it? Am I likely to make mistakes? And if I choose liquid cooling, how should I select the number of fans?
You might consider the Ryzen 9 3900x for improved streaming results thanks to its 12 true cores.
PCPartPicker Part List
Type|Item|Price
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CPU Cooler
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Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML360R RGB 66.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
| €109.00 @ Megekko
Motherboard
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Gigabyte Z390 AORUS PRO ATX LGA1151 Motherboard
| €187.95 @ CD-ROM-LAND
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Prices cover shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
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Total
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€296.95
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2019-09-02 23:40 CEST+0200 |
This setup works well; you can usually push the CPU to 5ghz across all cores for better speed. Even at its base, the 9900kf generates a lot of heat, making a robust 360mm or bigger AIO especially suitable, particularly when overclocking.