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It's time to shift gears...

It's time to shift gears...

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Yesyesag_Plays
Member
132
10-14-2022, 05:53 PM
#1
Here are your thoughts and hello.
And so... I’ve reached the point where I’m ready to shift focus to my next gaming adventure. For quite some time, I haven’t been satisfied with the PC Gaming Community. Have I produced enough content that it’s actually being read?
Thus, I’ve chosen to go along with how things stand and how games function today. My plan is to set up new accounts and purchase these titles. Once I finalize my computer setup:
Ace Combat 7
Elite Dangerous
(Removed because of ego, greed, and scamming tendencies)
Microsoft Flight Sim
Sins of a Solar Empire 2
Sins of a Solar Empire Full Star Trek Conversion
Budget: likely between 4 to 5K USD maximum
I’m considering the following options and believe they should comfortably cover a high-end 30-inch monitor with 2560 x 1600 resolution, if not more. At this stage, upgrading to a gaming LED TV seems reasonable.
My preliminary research has guided me toward these specifications:
Windows 11 64 Bit Pro
Intel Core I9-11900K BX8070811900K
(2x) CORSAIR Vengeance RGB 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5
Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX LGA 1700
Seasonic Prime TX-1600 Power Supply
Creative Sound Blaster X AE-5 Plus
MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 TI 16GB
Three SSDs in RAID 5 configuration
It might be excessive even for Elite Dangerous and MS Flight Sim, but I’m open to adjusting based on preferences. Or perhaps I should just dive into Alien Ware?
Edited: Removed Elite Dangerous due to moral concerns, and added Sins of a Solar Empire 2 and Sins of a Solar Empire Full Star Trek Conversion.**
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Yesyesag_Plays
10-14-2022, 05:53 PM #1

Here are your thoughts and hello.
And so... I’ve reached the point where I’m ready to shift focus to my next gaming adventure. For quite some time, I haven’t been satisfied with the PC Gaming Community. Have I produced enough content that it’s actually being read?
Thus, I’ve chosen to go along with how things stand and how games function today. My plan is to set up new accounts and purchase these titles. Once I finalize my computer setup:
Ace Combat 7
Elite Dangerous
(Removed because of ego, greed, and scamming tendencies)
Microsoft Flight Sim
Sins of a Solar Empire 2
Sins of a Solar Empire Full Star Trek Conversion
Budget: likely between 4 to 5K USD maximum
I’m considering the following options and believe they should comfortably cover a high-end 30-inch monitor with 2560 x 1600 resolution, if not more. At this stage, upgrading to a gaming LED TV seems reasonable.
My preliminary research has guided me toward these specifications:
Windows 11 64 Bit Pro
Intel Core I9-11900K BX8070811900K
(2x) CORSAIR Vengeance RGB 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5
Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX LGA 1700
Seasonic Prime TX-1600 Power Supply
Creative Sound Blaster X AE-5 Plus
MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 TI 16GB
Three SSDs in RAID 5 configuration
It might be excessive even for Elite Dangerous and MS Flight Sim, but I’m open to adjusting based on preferences. Or perhaps I should just dive into Alien Ware?
Edited: Removed Elite Dangerous due to moral concerns, and added Sins of a Solar Empire 2 and Sins of a Solar Empire Full Star Trek Conversion.**

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DarkraiOG
Member
59
10-15-2022, 03:02 PM
#2
I believe it's better to avoid alienware. The CPU and motherboard aren't compatible. What's your reason for needing RAID5? Where will the computer primarily be used? Right now, the R7 9800X3D is regarded as the top gaming CPU, wouldn't you agree?

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
($469.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 Ultra 81.88 CFM
($55.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5
($209.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Pro Overclocking 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32
($348.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial T710 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME SSD
($429.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PNY OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB
($749.99 @ Best Buy)
Case: Lian Li LANCOOL 217 ATX Mid Tower Case
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Super Flower LEADEX VII Platinum PRO 1000 W
($179.99 @ Newegg)
Overall Cost: $2563.84
Shipping, taxes, and available discounts are included
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2026-01-14 06:09 EST-0500
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DarkraiOG
10-15-2022, 03:02 PM #2

I believe it's better to avoid alienware. The CPU and motherboard aren't compatible. What's your reason for needing RAID5? Where will the computer primarily be used? Right now, the R7 9800X3D is regarded as the top gaming CPU, wouldn't you agree?

PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
($469.00 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 Ultra 81.88 CFM
($55.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5
($209.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Pro Overclocking 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32
($348.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial T710 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME SSD
($429.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: PNY OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB
($749.99 @ Best Buy)
Case: Lian Li LANCOOL 217 ATX Mid Tower Case
($119.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Super Flower LEADEX VII Platinum PRO 1000 W
($179.99 @ Newegg)
Overall Cost: $2563.84
Shipping, taxes, and available discounts are included
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2026-01-14 06:09 EST-0500

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poler199
Member
74
10-15-2022, 10:47 PM
#3
Why?
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poler199
10-15-2022, 10:47 PM #3

Why?

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NinatoPvP
Posting Freak
899
10-17-2022, 09:13 PM
#4
The I9-11900K was introduced in 2021 and is now several years outdated compared to today’s standards. As @LOGAN54321 notes, fitting an LGA1200 CPU into an LGA1700 motherboard would be challenging. For a 1600W power supply, pairing it with an RTX 5090 seems reasonable. I currently use an RTX 4070 and have mentioned that it doesn’t require such high power. If you’re thinking about purchasing an RTX 5090 soon, investing in a 1600W PSU would be wise.

Are you thinking about RAID to improve read/write performance or simply to postpone replacing a failing drive for a short period? I just entered 4,000MB/s into this basic RAID calculator, which estimates a sequential read speed of 12,000MB/s and a write speed of 8,000MB/s.

You can replace the 4,000MB/s value with any number you prefer, but a WD Black SN8100 Gen.5 M.2 NVMe drive would deliver up to 14,900MB/s sequential read and up to 14,000MB/s sequential write. Of course, you’d need a motherboard that supports NVMe Gen.5.

I don’t believe there will be a noticeable speed difference when playing games across three RAID5 SSDs versus a single Gen.4 M.2 NVMe drive, or even a Gen.5 one.

RAID5 won’t protect your data from ransomware attacks and adds extra cost. I have three NVMe SSDs in my main system, but they remain unraided (no RAID).
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NinatoPvP
10-17-2022, 09:13 PM #4

The I9-11900K was introduced in 2021 and is now several years outdated compared to today’s standards. As @LOGAN54321 notes, fitting an LGA1200 CPU into an LGA1700 motherboard would be challenging. For a 1600W power supply, pairing it with an RTX 5090 seems reasonable. I currently use an RTX 4070 and have mentioned that it doesn’t require such high power. If you’re thinking about purchasing an RTX 5090 soon, investing in a 1600W PSU would be wise.

Are you thinking about RAID to improve read/write performance or simply to postpone replacing a failing drive for a short period? I just entered 4,000MB/s into this basic RAID calculator, which estimates a sequential read speed of 12,000MB/s and a write speed of 8,000MB/s.

You can replace the 4,000MB/s value with any number you prefer, but a WD Black SN8100 Gen.5 M.2 NVMe drive would deliver up to 14,900MB/s sequential read and up to 14,000MB/s sequential write. Of course, you’d need a motherboard that supports NVMe Gen.5.

I don’t believe there will be a noticeable speed difference when playing games across three RAID5 SSDs versus a single Gen.4 M.2 NVMe drive, or even a Gen.5 one.

RAID5 won’t protect your data from ransomware attacks and adds extra cost. I have three NVMe SSDs in my main system, but they remain unraided (no RAID).

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DerKreiki
Member
178
10-18-2022, 07:32 PM
#5
With a $4-5K budget, you should be acquiring the latest high-end components. The 11900K is outdated for a gaming setup, making the 9800X3D a far better option at this price. An 1600W PSU might fit a 5090 but isn't necessary for a 5070Ti. Including PCI sound cards is no longer worthwhile unless you really need superior audio. The 5070Ti works but falls short of expectations here. A 5080 or 5090 would be more appropriate. RAID is largely unnecessary in everyday use; M.2 SSDs have much lower failure rates than HDDs, and regular wear is predictable. It doesn’t provide real speed gains, lacks strong support, and would only justify extra cost if you needed extra storage.
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DerKreiki
10-18-2022, 07:32 PM #5

With a $4-5K budget, you should be acquiring the latest high-end components. The 11900K is outdated for a gaming setup, making the 9800X3D a far better option at this price. An 1600W PSU might fit a 5090 but isn't necessary for a 5070Ti. Including PCI sound cards is no longer worthwhile unless you really need superior audio. The 5070Ti works but falls short of expectations here. A 5080 or 5090 would be more appropriate. RAID is largely unnecessary in everyday use; M.2 SSDs have much lower failure rates than HDDs, and regular wear is predictable. It doesn’t provide real speed gains, lacks strong support, and would only justify extra cost if you needed extra storage.

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AQUAV1
Junior Member
4
10-22-2022, 01:41 PM
#6
Hoping the moderators won’t interpret this as multiple accounts for one user being banned by the forum’s rules, which could lead to removal. Without adding more detail, it remains the same.
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AQUAV1
10-22-2022, 01:41 PM #6

Hoping the moderators won’t interpret this as multiple accounts for one user being banned by the forum’s rules, which could lead to removal. Without adding more detail, it remains the same.

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DreedoTV
Junior Member
21
11-06-2022, 11:44 AM
#7
The motherboard is not compatible with Intel core 11th generation CPUs.
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DreedoTV
11-06-2022, 11:44 AM #7

The motherboard is not compatible with Intel core 11th generation CPUs.

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zamys
Senior Member
690
11-06-2022, 03:10 PM
#8
Half of it, meticulously selected, will provide comparable or improved results.
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zamys
11-06-2022, 03:10 PM #8

Half of it, meticulously selected, will provide comparable or improved results.

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icemath63
Member
79
11-10-2022, 02:26 PM
#9
PCPartPicker List of Components CPU: * AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor ($469.00 @ Amazon) CPU Cooler: * Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 81.88 CFM CPU Cooler ($44.39 @ Amazon) Motherboard: * MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($257.39 @ Amazon) Memory: * G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($869.99 @ Amazon) Storage: * Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($349.45 @ Amazon) Storage: * Samsung 990 Pro 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($419.95 @ iBUYPOWER) Video Card: * Asus PRIME GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card ($749.99 @ Amazon) Case: * Antec FLUX SE ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: * ASRock Steel Legend SL-850G 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg) Overall Cost: $3340.14 Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts *Selected lowest prices based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-14 23:01 EST-0500 PCPartPicker Component List Monitor: * AOC Agon PRO AG276QZD2 26.7" 2560 x 1440 240 Hz Monitor ($499.99 @ Amazon) Total: $499.99 Costs include shipping, taxes, and discounts where available *Selected lowest prices based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-14 22:59 EST-0500
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icemath63
11-10-2022, 02:26 PM #9

PCPartPicker List of Components CPU: * AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor ($469.00 @ Amazon) CPU Cooler: * Thermalright Royal Pretor 130 81.88 CFM CPU Cooler ($44.39 @ Amazon) Motherboard: * MSI MAG X870E TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard ($257.39 @ Amazon) Memory: * G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($869.99 @ Amazon) Storage: * Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($349.45 @ Amazon) Storage: * Samsung 990 Pro 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($419.95 @ iBUYPOWER) Video Card: * Asus PRIME GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card ($749.99 @ Amazon) Case: * Antec FLUX SE ATX Mid Tower Case ($89.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: * ASRock Steel Legend SL-850G 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Newegg) Overall Cost: $3340.14 Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts *Selected lowest prices based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-14 23:01 EST-0500 PCPartPicker Component List Monitor: * AOC Agon PRO AG276QZD2 26.7" 2560 x 1440 240 Hz Monitor ($499.99 @ Amazon) Total: $499.99 Costs include shipping, taxes, and discounts where available *Selected lowest prices based on criteria* Generated by PCPartPicker 2026-01-14 22:59 EST-0500

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Itz_Dangerboy
Junior Member
5
11-12-2022, 12:52 PM
#10
Great feed back already, you can tell I have not built anything since my triple eve set up in 2016 ish.
Alrighty then, Soo, lets see. RAID 5 PCIE NVMe just because no price limit, the lulzs and longevity. though I guess 2 in RAID 0 is fine two since I don't care if they Fail.
Ok so I have to re check the socket type for CPU and motherboard. I didn't have any specific reason to pick these so Ill probably just go with the recommendations here unless I want to I9 Extreme.
Doing over kill on the power supply for longevity and in case I want to add a bunch more thinks like more optial drives, Hard drives and SLI/Cross fire for more monitors.
Guess Ill have to think about the rest.
I don't need a case since I have a Silverstone TJ-05 that can fit anything unless I accidentally chose BTX mobo/PSU.
and
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Former_Bubblehead
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Multiple accounts? Oh no I wasn't going to triple screen any of those, I probably have music/media one on, game on main center and network/task manager monitoring on third. Well usually any ways.
and ya I suppose again 3 HD in RAID 5 NVMe is complete over kill so I just do some more basic SSD ones in RAID 0 since I am not too concerned about failure or data redundancy.
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Itz_Dangerboy
11-12-2022, 12:52 PM #10

Great feed back already, you can tell I have not built anything since my triple eve set up in 2016 ish.
Alrighty then, Soo, lets see. RAID 5 PCIE NVMe just because no price limit, the lulzs and longevity. though I guess 2 in RAID 0 is fine two since I don't care if they Fail.
Ok so I have to re check the socket type for CPU and motherboard. I didn't have any specific reason to pick these so Ill probably just go with the recommendations here unless I want to I9 Extreme.
Doing over kill on the power supply for longevity and in case I want to add a bunch more thinks like more optial drives, Hard drives and SLI/Cross fire for more monitors.
Guess Ill have to think about the rest.
I don't need a case since I have a Silverstone TJ-05 that can fit anything unless I accidentally chose BTX mobo/PSU.
and
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Former_Bubblehead
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Multiple accounts? Oh no I wasn't going to triple screen any of those, I probably have music/media one on, game on main center and network/task manager monitoring on third. Well usually any ways.
and ya I suppose again 3 HD in RAID 5 NVMe is complete over kill so I just do some more basic SSD ones in RAID 0 since I am not too concerned about failure or data redundancy.

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