InquiryNeed final reflections on my setup is it valuable?
InquiryNeed final reflections on my setup is it valuable?
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Ly3pxs
Alright so the objective is 1440p and 4k gaming, I also wish to stream and create videos. I want to overclock GPU and CPU for enjoyment (in a few months when I acquire my custom AIO kit). I already possess the GPU, so its cost isn't additional. The only two aspects that slightly concern me are the PSU and motherboard. I don't have much knowledge about Strix "H" but I have used their TUF series and it was satisfactory. Also, the PSU I saw had solid reviews but I just have never purchased MSI PSU, or any other PSU that wasn’t Corsair.
Please share your thoughts and opinions on my setup. Finances aren't overly tight since I've been saving, so I plan to stick with the RAM and SSD selections.
It appears you're not concerned about RGB on the fans so I would highly suggest Arctic P12 MAX. I swapped all of the front fans on my system with them and they provide excellent airflow versus noise and should also be more affordable than those Corsair.
If you're considering custom water cooling/AIO it might be worthwhile to look at the 5000D instead as it has the additional exhaust. In my configuration, the side is where my CPU AIO is installed which has allowed for the fans to operate quite quietly as it consistently has fresh air and expels all the heat.
Personally, I'm only using Solidigm drives for my upcoming system, but that's because I appreciate what their software team is attempting to do (who knows if they'll continue to be permitted to) rather than them simply being superior to other drives (they're excellent drives, but so are many alternatives).
The motherboard appears to be quite decent. It’s a bit limited on PCIe slot options, but as long as it meets your requirements that shouldn’t be an issue. Boards that have 2x slots off the CPU along with some from the chipset seem quite rare outside of the excessively priced models.
edit: here’s a review of the PSU
https://www.anandtech.com/show/18720/msi...nced-power
just noticed the costs of all the DIY cooling equipment and it's not inexpensive, I anticipate aio cooling my entire PC in about 6 months honestly so the 4000D should suffice but if it doesn't I have 15 days to exchange it so I'll see!
I recently upgraded from 9700K to 13900KF, so motherboard, CPU, RAM and CPU cooler all transitioned.
From my experience, it is challenging to cool a 13900K or 13700K, and bending connector frames aids it significantly. Consider it. I have already completed the installation, so I am not reverting back, but prior to installation it can make more sense to install.
I’m not certain if your case accommodates it but 140 mm or even 200 mm front fans would be superior.
I possess NH-D15, and it operates wonderfully. But with the default configuration of the motherboard, it still throttles quite a bit, undervolting helps to some extent and it is noted that bending corrector frames does too. However, an AIO is essential for overclocking.
Nevertheless, for the newer generations, the margin for overclocking is significantly low, and maintaining the air cooler and even underclocking does not result in much performance decrease.
You will comprehend what I mean, after the installation. 13700K or 13900K are beasts, but they need to be managed accordingly.
Could you clarify what you mean by "custom AIO cooling?" Custom cooling essentially means you select a radiator, pump, waterblocks, tubes, etc., and then create a custom open loop. AIO stands for all-in-one which is the exact opposite: nothing's custom, it's just a standard integrated block/tubes/radiator package and there's seldom any customization involved. Understanding exactly which you refer to (or a third option) would assist in providing the best advice.
yes I mean a custom water cooling system every component I will assemble and then utilize soft or hard tubing my apologies