Can you help me design an M-ITX build that stays up to date?
Can you help me design an M-ITX build that stays up to date?
The Socket AM4 is no longer supported, meaning there’s nothing to future-proof in that setup. Unless you were thinking about Socket AM5.
I compiled this component list for a friend. Think of it as a basic guide:
PC Parts:
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor
($325.05 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Deepcool AK620 68.99 CFM CPU Cooler
($63.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B650 GAMING X AX ATX AM5 Motherboard
($179.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-5600 CL36 Memory
($94.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Samsung 970 Evo Plus 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME SSD
($49.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Samsung 970 Evo Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME SSD
($97.58 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
Gigabyte GAMING OC GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB Video Card
($415.99 @ Amazon)
Case:
Fractal Design Pop Air ATX Mid Tower Case
($96.16 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM750e (2023) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($99.99 @ Best Buy)
Overall Cost:
$1423.73
Includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
This list was created by PCPartPicker
Date: September 15, 2023 16:20 EDT-0400
It was prepared late last month, so the video card choice isn’t ideal. Still, it serves as a starting point.
Haha true, but that's what I meant to make somewhat future-proof for the PC machine I was talking about.
Hey there, glad you found the info helpful. About the 1700 socket, do you think it's still relevant for the future? Thanks for the build, I'm definitely going to look into it. Appreciate your support!
Intel usually produces just 2 to 3 CPU generations per socket. With the LGA 1700 reaching its third generation, it's probably no longer viable.
I constructed an mITX a few years back with a 3700x and 2070Super. At that time, the 2080ti was the leading choice. The 3700x typically runs between 20-60fps on a 13600k, while the 2070Super matches up to a 3060ti. A couple of years ago, such a setup was quite solid, but now it feels a bit outdated, especially with newer releases. Trying to stay ahead is challenging; only by investing in top-tier gear can one realistically keep up over five years, even if starting from the lower side. A 3900x paired with an 2080ti would maintain relevance longer. However, that PC was an improvement over the older 3770k/gtx970, but I’ve been playing the same three games for over eight years. Relevance depends on personal needs—those who want the newest titles will need to upgrade more frequently and spend more.
I don’t see any 7800XT for 500 available. Please retrieve it and complete the build.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor ($340.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Frozen Prism ARGB 70.4 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler ($52.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte B650I AORUS ULTRA Mini ITX AM5 ($249.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL32 ($93.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P5 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Case: RAIJINTEK OPHION ELITE WHITE Mini ITX Tower ($79.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 TT Premium 750 W (80+ Gold Certified, Modular ATX) ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1016.84
Includes shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
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2023-09-18 03:40 EDT-0400