I have some concerns about my recent gaming setup... Are there any adjustments you'd suggest?
I have some concerns about my recent gaming setup... Are there any adjustments you'd suggest?
Hello! I’ve started assembling a new PC tailored for both gaming and productivity. Right now, here’s how it looks:
https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/QTFYqR
Before finalizing, I have a few questions I’d like to clarify:
I’ve watched comparison videos on YouTube suggesting that using 4x8GB RAM DIMMs gives a minor performance boost in games compared to 2x16GB. Is this true or false?
I noticed that most B550 boards come with 1x PCIe M.2 and 1x PCIe M.2 Gen3 slots. The SSD I selected for storage appears to be Gen4 as well. Should I stick with a Gen3 drive, or would you recommend the Crucial P3 Plus for the Gen3 slot even though it’s Gen4?
I’m considering the Corsair RM850e 850W power supply, but I also have the Seasonic Focus GX 750W PSU available at the same price in my country. Do you think an 850W PSU is justified for this build?
Lastly, what are your thoughts on the Deepcool AK500 air cooler? Will it be adequate for a 5600MHz system?
That’s all the concerns I have so far. Please let me know if anything needs adjusting on my list. Thanks!
I would consider swapping the Kingston options for models from Corsair, Klevv, Mushin or TeamGroup. If you intend to use the Samsung 990 Evo as your main operating system or boot drive, it's better to choose a more affordable alternative. In practical situations, you probably won't notice much variation. You might opt for a quicker drive for your game library (assuming the larger SSD is intended for games). Outside of that, you appear to be in good shape with my recommendations.
The Deepcool AK 500 fits well with my 5600x setup, which I’ve used the AK 500 digital on my 7800x3d and 81 to 82c R23 allcore models. Avoid 8gb cards; opt for at least 16gb or 12gb.
For GPU choices, 6700xt, 6750xt, and 6800xt would be better if possible.
Depending on the GPU brand and PSU recommendations from manufacturers’ sites, I’d recommend a solid 850w model—just a bit more than needed, but it’s future-proof.
For RAM, I’ve had great results with Corsair and GSKill, both performing well without issues.
SSDs I’ve used include 980 Pro, FireCuda 530s, and WD SN850X, all performing well.
The 990 Pro could be overkill since it’s fast but doesn’t offer significant gains for the price.
FireCuda 530s offer the longest lifespan and warranties among the options.
WD SN850X are a solid, budget-friendly M.2 option.