Plan your 3950x system setup carefully.
Plan your 3950x system setup carefully.
Your setup includes some unusual components, such as two distinct NVMe drives and two smaller hard drives instead of a single larger one. It also features premium fans, an upgraded case, and an overpowered power supply.
The cooler will perform well as long as he isn't pushing it too hard. If he is, the NH-D15 seems like a solid option. The RAM comes in RGB for a small price, mainly because it's reasonably priced and offers low latency at 3600MHz. It could be upgraded to 3200MHz if desired. The motherboard is costly, but it's a premium build with excellent VRMs—still, a more affordable model would be better if he isn't overclocking. You're correct about the SSD; something like a WD Blue or 970Evo would be a much better pick.
RAID1 high-end fans last longer, they weren't picked solely for price; they're actually more affordable than some Noctua models but just as effective. I'm comfortable with that choice. In Canada, options are limited—this isn't about power rating. I searched for PSUs with solid protection and build quality, and found the most budget-friendly one there. A few slightly cheaper alternatives exist, but I think spending a bit more for this one is justified.