Create AdviceHelp for constructing a gaming PC
Create AdviceHelp for constructing a gaming PC
Hello everyone, I’m looking to purchase a gaming PC that can remain functional and reliable for several years without requiring frequent upgrades. My setup consists of a Dell 27-inch monitor at 1440p resolution running at 144Hz.
MOBO options:
GIGABYTE B650 GAMING X (8+2+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution)
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Cooler: DeepCool ASSASSIN IV (some doubt about liquid cooling, not a strong supporter)
RAM: Corsair Vengeance DIMM 32 GB DDR5-6000 (speed range 30-36-36-76)
GPU: RTX 4080 Super (uncertain model, arriving soon)
SSD: SAMSUNG 990 PRO 1TB (no heatsink included as the MOBO already provides one)
Case: Fractal Design Pop XL Silent Black Solid, Big-Tower
Additional cooling: 3x DeepCool TF 120S (120x120x25)
Power supply: be quiet! Pure Power 12M 850W
I’m open to making some tweaks. Could you advise on which components to keep or replace? Please share your thoughts and reasoning. Thank you.
Questions:
I have reservations about the MOBO choice. Compared with the B650e and X670e models, it only supports PCIe 4.0 lanes. There are B650 variants with PCIe 5.0 M.2 but they tend to run hotter (see video at the link). My preferred options were the MSI MAG X670E TOMAHAWK WIFI and the ASRock B650E PG RIPTIDE WIFI, giving me flexibility to upgrade my SSD later with a Crucial T700 heatsink. It seems unlikely I’ll need to change any other parts in the next few years.
Another concern is the GPU selection. I’m weighing the new 4070ti Super (released soon), the 4080 Super, and the 4090. Right now, upgrading to the latter would be excessive, though it might make sense after two years.
For RAM, I believe 32GB is sufficient. Currently I use 16GB DDR4 at 2666MHz without issues, but my 1080Ti and i7-9700K are struggling. It’s time to consider an upgrade.
Estimated cost for upgrading:
+130 USD – MSI MAG X670E TOMAHAWK WIFI
+45 USD – ASRock B650E PG RIPTIDE WIFI
+70 USD – Crucial T700 Heatsink 1TB
(Since the high-end models haven’t arrived yet)
- ~300 USD – RTX 4070ti Super
+ ~500 USD – RTX 4090 (additional ~30 USD for PSU upgrade from 850W to 1000W)
I would opt for a 7900xtx over the 4080s for Warzone. See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21KxGcB8gQE 1tb 990 pro seems too expensive; consider an alternative. https://pcpartpicker.com/product/DN...-4...w002t0c101 Teamgroup MP44 SSD Review: A Solid, Smart Choice Another great value SSD worth considering
Wow! I never considered purchasing an AMD, as no one seems to be discussing it much. Everyone around me is just weighing the options between 4070, 4080, and 4090. Thanks for your guidance—I’ve done some research and I’m confident I’ll choose the 7900xtx. Regarding the SSD, I think I’ll go with the 990 Pro because of its superior random read speeds. Although it probably won’t boost my gaming performance much, I’ve noticed it can improve frame rates by 2-3 frames.
Now about the monitor, I own a Dell S2716DG. It’s currently running at 144Hz on 1440p with G-SYNC, but with an AMD GPU it would cap at 120Hz, which is quite low. I’m struggling to pick a new one and am torn between these options:
- LCD 27" 160Hz 4K (450fps) – AOC AGON U27G3X/BK
- LCD 27" 240Hz 1440p (315fps) – GIGABYTE M27U
- LCD 27" 240Hz 4K (700fps) – SAMSUNG Odyssey G6 G65B
- LCD 32" 240Hz 4K (700fps) – PHILIPS Evnia 5000 Series 27M2C5500W
- LCD 32" 240Hz 1440p (700fps) – SAMSUNG Odyssey Neo G8 G85NB
- OLED 27" 240Hz 1440p (700fps) – AOC AGON Pro AG276QZD
- OLED 27" 240Hz 1440p (700fps) – LG UltraGear OLED 27GR95QE-B
It's really good! Thanks for the suggestions.
I'm planning to keep the Assassin IV cooler, I can find it affordably.
For the SSD, I currently have Windows and Warzone installed, just a few pictures. I'll do a final check before buying any parts if I need an extra 2TB. Appreciate the link.
Regarding the case, I'm not very familiar with them—I thought more space inside would improve airflow and keep things cooler.
Do you have any recommendations for a monitor, especially since I'll be playing Warzone?
It depends on your budget.
For a dedicated FPS player, a 240hz IPS monitor could be beneficial.
Here’s a possible setup you might like:
https://www.ldlc.com/s/3GN2PFB
I focus on Warzone, yet I struggle to prioritize resolution, fps, and tech specs. The Gigabyte M27Q X costs about 150 more than the options I considered. Here are the displays I saved:
IPS 27" 160hz 4k
(450chf) AOC AGON U27G3X/BK
(530chf) GIGABYTE M27U
IPS 27" 240hz 1440p
(315chf) SAMSUNG Odyssey G6 G65B
(340chf) PHILIPS Evnia 5000 Series 27M2C5500W
IPS 32" 240hz 4k
(700chf) SAMSUNG Odyssey Neo G8 G85NB
OLED 27" 240hz 1440p
(700chf) AOC AGON Pro AG276QZD
LG UltraGear OLED 27GR95QE-B
Samsung and Philips offer VA panels with IPS technology, which results in higher prices. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfd1eCUUD_0