Old vet returning to gaming! Need assistance with PC build.
Old vet returning to gaming! Need assistance with PC build.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
- AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor (($368.99 @ Newegg))
- Deepcool AG620 WH ARGB 67.88 CFM CPU Cooler (($58.27 @ Amazon))
CPU Cooler:
- Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE ATX AM5 Motherboard (($219.99 @ Amazon))
Motherboard:
- Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX ICE ATX AM5 Motherboard (($219.99 @ Amazon))
Memory:
- ADATA XPG Lancer Blade 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory (($94.99 @ Newegg))
Storage:
- Acer Predator GM7000 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD (($124.99 @ Amazon))
Video Card:
- Gigabyte EAGLE OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 16 GB Video Card (($799.99 @ Newegg))
Case:
- Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case (($99.99 @ B&H))
Power Supply:
- MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply (($89.99 @ Amazon))
Monitor:
- Gigabyte GS27Q 27.0" 2560 x 1440 170 Hz Monitor (($179.99 @ Newegg))
Total: $2037.19
Prices encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
*Selected lowest-priced items based on specified criteria*
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2024-03-24 23:46 EDT-0400
A closer inspection of these components.
https://www.gigabyte.com/monitor/gs27q#kf
https://www.gigabyte.com/motherboard/b65...tx-am5/#kf
https://www.techpowerup.com/review/amd-ryzen-7-7800x3d/
https://www.deepcool.com/products/cpu-to...6083.shtml
https://www.predatorstorage.com/products...4-ssd.html
https://www.gigabyte.com/graphics-card/g...oc-16gd#kf
https://www.msi.com/power-supply/mag-850gl-pcie5
https://lian-li.com/product/lancool-216/
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TfR60pM5oU
Intel build details are provided.
PCPartPicker list includes selected components.
CPU is an Intel Core i7-13700F at 2.1 GHz with 16 cores.
Cooler recommended is Deepcool AG620 WH ARGB.
Motherboard matches MSI B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI ATX LGA1700.
Memory consists of ADATA XPG Lancer 32 GB DDR5-6000 CL30.
Storage option is Acer Predator GM7000 2 TB M.2-2280 NVME.
Video card suggested is Gigabyte EAGLE OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti.
Case available from Lian Li LANCOOL.
Power supply is MSI MAG A850GL ATX.
Monitor choice is Gigabyte GS27Q 27.0".
Total cost comes to $1953.19, covering shipping and taxes.
Selected items reflect the best match from available options.
Generated by PCPartPicker on 2024-03-24 23:47 EDT.
A lot of good info here. If you have a microcenter near you, you might jot down a bit of the info here and head over there. A lot of the guys there are pretty knowledgeable at least at the one I go to. Many times they have good combo deals on CPUs/boards/ram. And pricing on most of their stuff is comparable to online typically.
I was into AMD before and just my luck if i waited a month longer i would of went amd at the time lol, i love the extra tips you guys are giving me, I always cheap out on monitors this time around it would be different, If you guys however have some monitors recommendation? I'm curious
I rarely open up but I'm older now , As a veteran there many hardships but behind the screen we're all human, We all grow up differently, I would to thank all of you guys for being extra patience with me, That means a lot - I'm still learning because of you guys i actually decided to do tons of research on my own also - Different builds that fit the needs of my family and friends. However there so much to learn from ha
I might have to look them up if I have the time. Do you usually have many options available? What is the exact waiting period I should expect? I believed these were just rumors.
Microcenter has a limited presence outside the Rockies. It's hard to tell your location. Visit their website for more details. They offer a wide range of components, though not as extensive as Newegg or Amazon. They frequently provide bundled deals that are quite affordable for both Intel and AMD. They either assemble your PC or sell parts directly. Their mail order options are minimal, so if you're far away, it might not be the best alternative.
Nvidia might announce fresh GPUs by the end of the year, according to their statements. Consumer cards are likely available no later than the first half of 2025. If you're within a 40-minute drive from the Tustin Microcenter in southern California, I recommend checking out their CPU/Motherboard/RAM combinations. It seems to be the sole Microcenter in California, although I might be mistaken. I’d consider assembling a build like this with a monitor included.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: Intel Core i5-13600KF 3.5 GHz 14-Core Processor
($254.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit EVO 69 CFM CPU Cooler
($49.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock Z790 Riptide WiFi ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($229.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($106.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Acer Predator GM7000 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($77.98 @ Amazon)
Storage: Crucial P3 Plus 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($237.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Gigabyte EAGLE OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 16 GB Video Card
($799.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case
($99.99 @ Newegg Sellers)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 - TT Premium Edition 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($104.00 @ Amazon)
Monitor: MSI MEG 342C QD OLED 34.2" 3440 x 1440 175 Hz Curved Monitor
($849.99 @ B&H)
Total: $2811.81
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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PCPartPicker
2024-03-25 11:31 EDT-0400
Most appealing monitors today are OLED or QD-OLED. I opted for a modern 34-inch QD-OLED model with a 175Hz refresh rate to enjoy the advantages of a fast display. Its curved design offers more screen space at a 21:9 aspect ratio. The CPU I selected strikes a balance between cost and performance, offering a solid core for everyday use. I equipped the build with a fast 1TB boot drive and a 4TB DRAMless storage for games and media. At the monitor’s resolution (3440 x 1440), a 4070 Ti Super is recommended to handle modern games. I chose a stylish yet reasonably priced case from Lian Li, and selected the most affordable power supply that supports all components. The cooler provides strong cooling while remaining quiet. A 32GB RAM module from a reputable brand also meets the needs for smooth multitasking. I’m prepared to invest more in displays since they’ll be your primary focus for the next 5–10 years. If you have suggestions to reduce costs, feel free to share!
Delay your purchase until the end of the year. Then you can get a top-of-the-line build for about $3k or a bit more. With the RTX5090 coming soon, performance will improve significantly. If you stick to 1440p gaming on it, you'll be ready for a long time—no updates needed and you can run even the toughest games at full settings.