New PC upgrade
New PC upgrade
CPU
- Intel i9 14900k
GPU
- ASUS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER 16GB ProArt OC
Motherboard
- MSI Intel MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR5 ATX
RAM
- Corsair DOMINATOR Titanium RGB Black 32GB(2x16GB) 6000MHz CL30
Storage
- 1x Samsung 990 PRO 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe, 1x Samsung 990 PRO 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe
PSU
- Be quiet! Dark Power 13 1000 Watt 80+ Titanium
Cooler
- Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360mm
This is the setup I currently have. I’m looking for a build that will last me a long time. The only doubt is about my motherboard—any better or newer options to suggest? Or is what I have sufficient?
Thanks for your input!
The Tomahawk line is usually seen as a solid choice within its price range. While some boards offer more features and thicker PCBs, you wouldn't be too surprised to own this one. I don't remember the exact review, but it seems the LF3 was the cooler's review that didn't meet expectations in terms of performance.
MSI's z790 boards have experienced cracked chipsets. That means you're taking a chance there. If your motherboard is fine, it's okay.
Regardless of the board you choose, verify its QVL for the RAM you plan to purchase. Only buy certified compatible RAM unless you're certain about compatibility challenges. For a build that lasts, aim to minimize instability.
Review the pricing and specifications of older flagship motherboards. An AsRock z690 Riptide or z690 Extreme could catch your attention. They just need an updated BIOS to work with your 14th generation i9.
There won't be any speed difference between gen 3, gen 4, and gen 5 M.2 NVMe drives. Save some money by opting for a 4Tb Crucial P3 Plus instead of a second Samsung 990 Pro. Keep the OS drive as Samsung—it's reliable.
I lack experience with liquid cooling, so I'll leave that to others or you can look into "best liquid cooler" guides.
Think about how much a case can aid cooling; an oven case won't help much.
The 14900K is considered highly undesirable. If you're committed to that CPU, examine a 420 AIO, pair it with the Lancecool III case and an 18+ phase board. I’d also think about this setup if you’re aiming for 4K gaming.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
*Intel Core i7-14700 2.1 GHz 20-Core Processor
($399.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
*ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III A-RGB 48.82 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($139.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
*MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($279.00 @ MSI)*
Memory:
*G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($112.99 @ Newegg)*
Video Card:
*Asus TUF GAMING GeForce RTX 4090 24 GB Video Card
($1599.99 @ ASUS)*
Case:
*Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case
($99.99 @ Newegg)*
Power Supply:
*be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 1200 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($149.90 @ Amazon)*
Case Fan:
*Lian Li UNI FAN SL V2 77.6 CFM 140 mm Fan
($34.98 @ Adorama)*
Total: $2816.83
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
*Selected parts chosen based on predefined parameters*
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2024-04-20 17:46 EDT-0400
Additional accessories for that case.
https://www.amazon.com/Lian-Li-Lancool-C...0BNGMFN9R/
https://www.amazon.com/Li-LIANLI-LAN216-...B0C19193YD
A closer inspection of these items.
https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-Z790...K-MAX-WIFI
https://www.intel.com/content/www/u...-3...tions.html
https://www.bequiet.com/en/powersupply/4406
https://lian-li.com/product/lancool-216/
See also: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TfR60pM5oU
Thank you for the feedback! It's good to hear.
Noticing updates from motherboard makers about overvolting chips and adjusting Intel settings might mean a solution is coming soon, which makes me feel more confident sticking with the 14900k.
I'll consider your thoughts on other components and look into them later this morning.