Intel remains a strong option for a gaming PC in 2019.
Intel remains a strong option for a gaming PC in 2019.
From a cost perspective, the RX 5700 XT and RTX 2060 Super both start at $400, but the XT tends to offer slightly better value overall. When it comes to performance, the RTX 2070 is priced higher at $100 more, yet it delivers marginally quicker results. In terms of worth, you can still locate a non-Super RTX 2060 for about $350. It may not match the Super’s speed, but a comparable RX 5700 (non-XT) is available too. These notes focus solely on performance aspects. The XT lacks features such as DLSS and ray tracing, and it uses more power compared to the RTX 2060.
Looking for something distinct beyond the standard options? And are you concerned about the cost of the motherboard or the speed of the RAM? Also, don’t worry if you’re not great at assembling PCs—there are simpler choices available.
I've made adjustments to lower the cost without noticeably hurting performance. Here are the updates: CPU cooler removed – The Ryzen 7 2700X’s built-in cooler (Wraith Prism) fits your case choice. It isn’t the top air cooler globally, so don’t aim for world records with it, but it performs better than Intel’s options. RAM was reduced from 3200 MHz to 3000 MHz – This should suffice for most tasks, and you can return to 3200 MHz if needed. If desired, using a tool like https://www.memtest86.com/ can aid stability checks. Storage was lowered from M.2 to SATA III – SATA III SSDs might have bandwidth limits, but the 860 EVO remains fast and responsive. GPU replaced with a board partner card – This offered better value. PSU changed to a non-modular version – The CX 550 matches the CXM 550 specs; cables stay fixed on the PSU. This saves some cost but adds cable clutter. Case has a shroud for the PSU, so extra wires won’t be an issue. PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 3.7 GHz 8-Core Processor ($254.94 @ Amazon Canada)
Motherboard: Asus ROG Strix B450-I Gaming Mini ITX AM4 ($203.50 @ Vuugo)
Memory: *Team Vulcan 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000* ($82.99 @ Newegg Canada)
Storage: Samsung 860 Evo 250 GB 2.5" SSD ($50.95 @ shopRBC)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda Compute 2 TB 3.5" HDD ($64.95 @ Vuugo)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8 GB SC ULTRA GAMING ($548.99 @ PC-Canada)
Case: NZXT H210 Mini ITX Tower ($109.99 @ Canada Computers)
Power Supply: Corsair CX (2017) 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX ($69.99 @ Canada Computers)
Total: $1386.30 Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts where possible *Lowest price parts selected based on criteria Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-10-28 21:49 EDT-0400
It looks like the 3700x and 5700xt models are really standing out this year. If I were making a purchase now, I’d definitely go for both together.
You're questioning whether the 5700XT matches up to the RTX2070 Super in performance, noting it's a strong contender compared to the RTX2060 Super, unless certain games are optimized for NVIDIA. It seems the 5700XT is positioned as a direct rival to the RTX2070 Super, not the RTX2060 Super.
It is. I thought I could have phrased it differently, but I felt this covered it. Yes. I even mentioned that. Right. I believe I hinted at it too. In short, the person asking wanted choices from Nvidia, mainly cards near the price point. These included: RTX 2070 Super – slightly quicker but much pricier, offering RTX capabilities; RTX 2060 Super – comparable cost, marginally lower performance, still includes RTX features; RTX 2060 NON-Super – slower, about $50 less, but still has RTX features. In my view, if you don’t mind the RTX benefits but aren’t focused on them, the RX 5700 XT is the most value option. The RTX 2070 Super speeds up a bit, but not enough to justify the extra $100, and it uses less power than the XT. The RTX 2060 Super is slower but cheaper, if you prioritize raw performance over RTX. If you need Nvidia-specific perks, it’s worth it. It also consumes less energy. But if pure performance matters, the XT might not be worth it compared to the 5700 XT. The NON-Super RTX is a budget-friendly alternative to the Super version and performs decently. If you’re tight on funds, it could be a good pick. Also, you may encounter some meme games that favor the XT, but most users run several titles at once. I gathered my thoughts by reviewing various benchmarks to estimate typical performance differences.