Need guidance on constructing a new PC?
Need guidance on constructing a new PC?
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I built my first PC around 2013. Now, twelve years later I’m planning another build; but things have changed a lot. I was wondering if anyone could offer some tips for my next project.
Budget:
I can spend up to $2,000, but ideally I’d aim for $1,500.
OS and Monitor:
I already have an OS and a monitor (I’m using my Samsung Crystal UHD CU7000 TV at the moment). If you want to see the full list, just follow the link below.
CPU:
Intel Core i7-14700K 3.4 GHz, 20-core processor ($311.70)
CPU Cooler:
Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black, 82.52 CFM ($119.95)
Motherboard:
Asus Z790 GAMING WIFI7 ATX LGA1700 ($159.99)
Memory:
Corsair Vengeance 64 GB (2 x 32 GB), DDR5-6400 CL32 ($199.99)
Storage:
Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($129.03)
Video Card:
Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, 16 GB ($849.00)
Case:
Phanteks Eclipse P600S ATX Mid Tower ($114.99) – I like it because it’s both soundproof and good for airflow, plus its design is nice.
Power Supply:
Corsair RM850x (2024), 850 W Fully Modular ATX ($149.99)
Total:
Around $2034.64
I don’t build PCs often, so I just want this one to be solid—not too cheap or the newest model. It’s for gaming and creative work, plus I’m starting to explore AI image generation which needs a lot of memory. I also do some video and audio editing occasionally.
I usually don’t play AAA games or watch 4K content, but I’d like my PC to handle it better. I plan to build this in late January or early February 2025. Any advice would be really helpful.
There is an ATX 3.0 / 3.1 power supply suitable for these RTX 40XX / 50XX graphics cards because of the adapter. The CPU release date is imminent.
Here are relevant links:
- PCPartPicker RTX 5070 Ti 16GB listing
- CES 2025 NVIDIA RTX50 series details
- Intel Core Ultra 7 processor specs
- RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070 pricing info
- Blackwell GPU announcement from NVIDIA
- PCPartPicker product catalog
- ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS motherboard
- Patriot Viper Venom DDR5 memory
- Acer Predator GM7000 M.2 SSD
- Montech AIR 903 case
- Thermaltake Toughpower power supply
Cost summary: around $664.95 total, shipping and taxes included.
I've never overclocked a CPU before. I guess I haven't been exposed to it much, so I'm not sure what I'm missing. Thanks for your response. It makes me consider more affordable options that provide comparable results. Right now, I'm working on adjusting my setup to discover those more budget-friendly alternatives with the same performance.
Another inquiry is whether electricity is costly in your country.
I've never thought about water cooling before. I assumed if I could manage fans, I'd stick with them. If the CPU required water cooling, I'd have to invest in it and learn the technology, but that would feel like more work than using fans.
I recently shared a question seeking guidance on constructing a new PC. The responses were quite insightful, prompting me to create another thread based on those insights. I encountered several suggestions for more affordable yet just as effective components. For instance, one person recommended the Thermalright Peerless Assassin as a replacement for my Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black 82.52 CFM CPU Cooler, offering similar performance at a lower price.