New Windows version for VR gaming (budget)
New Windows version for VR gaming (budget)
I really appreciate the design of the Shift case series, though the internal layout is quite disappointing from a thermal standpoint. Here’s what I propose:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor
($265.20 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 90 SE 32.77 CFM CPU Cooler
($24.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($169.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($104.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
TEAMGROUP MP44L 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($37.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
TEAMGROUP MP44 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe...
I personally love the aesthetics of the Shift case series but sadly the case internal layouts are incredibly horrible, thermal wise.
Here is my suggestion;
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor
($265.20 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 90 SE 32.77 CFM CPU Cooler
($24.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($169.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($104.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
TEAMGROUP MP44L 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($37.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
TEAMGROUP MP44 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($115.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
MSI GAMING X SLIM GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12 GB Video Card
($629.99 @ Amazon)
Case:
DARKROCK A8-M MicroATX Mid Tower Case
($54.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply:
MSI MAG A750GL PCIE5 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($79.98 @ Amazon)
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 11 Home Retail - USB 64-bit
($129.99 @ Newegg)
Total:
$1614.01
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
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PCPartPicker
2024-12-03 00:20 EST-0500
Two SSD's, the smaller capacity for the OS, app's and launchers while the larger drive is for your game drive. The build does show a majority of Amazon listings, though.
Here's one with Newegg listings;
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7700 3.6 GHz 8-Core Processor
($263.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler:
be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Black CPU Cooler
($44.90 @ Newegg)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B650M GAMING PLUS WF Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard
($119.99 @ Newegg)
Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($104.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Crucial P3 Plus 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($40.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Crucial P310 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($144.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card:
Gigabyte GAMING OC GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12 GB Video Card
($629.99 @ Newegg)
Case:
Fractal Design Pop Mini Air MicroATX Mid Tower Case
($75.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
MSI MAG A750GL PCIE5 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($79.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 11 Home Retail - USB 64-bit
($129.99 @ Newegg)
Total:
$1635.80
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by
PCPartPicker
2024-12-03 00:38 EST-0500
Some listings are either missing on Newegg or out of stock.
Here are some ideas for your CPU and case choices.
For the CPU, consider why you might prefer the first model over the second (7700 vs 7700X).
For the cooler, look for something that matches your case style—light, in sync with the case, or metallic design, keeping it simple and quiet.
Regarding the case, the Shift 2 has a thermal trap issue; you mentioned liking it but are concerned about the PSU exhaust placement. It should still be fine, but double-check if it aligns with your expectations.