Purchasing a fresh gaming computer and feeling uncertain about certain components
Purchasing a fresh gaming computer and feeling uncertain about certain components
Hello
I’m preparing to purchase a new gaming PC and have chosen to buy it from a local shop that builds computers themselves. I shared my requirements clearly: a Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, a 16GB graphics card, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and ample storage space (both SSD and HDD). The store provided a build guide here: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ZdRksp. It mentions compatibility concerns between the CPU and Mobo, so anyone with experience could suggest an alternative that avoids such warnings and fits within a similar price range (around 50 euros, ideally suitable for gaming).
I’ve also read reviews indicating the Gigabyte 9070 XT OC might be quite noisy, which led me to think about replacing it with an Asus TUF model. Could anyone share their thoughts on this swap and how significant the noise issue is?
Since I’m not very tech-savvy, if you notice any part of the build that seems inappropriate—or not ideal for gaming—please let me know.
Thank you ahead of time!
EDIT:
Approximate Purchase Date: within the next 2-8 weeks
Budget Range: 2000-2500 euros
System Usage (most to least important): Gaming, surfing the internet, watching movies
Are you buying a monitor? No
Parts to Upgrade: Full purchase
Do you need an operating system? Yes
Preferred Websites for Parts: Not sure, currently checking local Estonian sites that likely order from European warehouses.
Location: Estonia
Parts Preferences: AMD, Kingston, Corsair, Asus
Overclocking: Maybe
Multiple GPUs: No
Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080
Additional Comments: I want a quiet gaming PC, so I’m leaning toward the Asus TUF 9070XT OC GPU. It’s rumored to be quieter than some rivals. The new system will handle AAA titles and games like World of Warcraft from recent years, plus it suits my needs for gaming and entertainment.
Most Importantly: Why am I upgrading?
I recently tried the new Indiana Jones game, but it didn’t launch because my old PC (from 2016-2017) is outdated.
Confirmed parts I need: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
At least a 16GB quiet GPU from a reliable manufacturer.
Storage: 3-4 TB SSD and 4-5 TB HDD (preferably from Samsung, Kingston, Seagate or similar trusted brands).
I would replace the B650 chipset motherboard with an B850 board, which would eliminate the need to flash the BIOS...or for developers to do so. Would anyone suggest a compatible Mobo that avoids such warnings and fits within a similar price range (around 50 euros, ideally suitable for gaming)? Where are you located? If you have a preferred purchasing location, please note that availability of brands and parts can differ by region. It’s likely we’ll choose a board not in your area, which could lead to some back-and-forth. We recommend users provide details in the thread about what they need. *How to Ask for New Build or Upgrade Advice* This request is an adaptation of the Animal's *How To Ask For New Build Advice* post. I made it because many people are seeking upgrade guidance here and on CPU forums, and I believe... forums. can offer helpful input.
Is the price within the expected range compared to what they charge for similar builds?
I’d note that unless you need extensive archival storage, avoid using an HDD in this build. Consider switching to an SSD or NVMe drive instead.
I assume the shop can utilize a previous CPU model or has flash functionality on the motherboard. Recently, many are complaining that higher-end boards come with prices that are far beyond what’s reasonable for the product. I’m concerned that moving up the stack could significantly increase costs to add features.
The pcpartpicker.com might not show the accurate cost. My check now indicated around 2000 dollars, though the actual amount should be nearer 2250 dollars. The shop's offer is approximately 15% more than the listed price on the site, but it also covers assembling the PC, which I would rather avoid.
I would hope they would earn a profit and just 15% is not too low.
I would assemble the build as follows:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
(€496.00 @ Amazon Deutschland)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler
(€39.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte X870 EAGLE WIFI7 ATX AM5 Motherboard
(€235.55 @ notebooksbilliger.de)
Memory:
Patriot Venom 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
(€184.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Storage:
Crucial T500 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
(€86.95 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Storage:
Lexar NM790 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
(€247.29 @ Caseking)
Video Card:
MSI SHADOW 3X OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
(€796.99 @ Alternate)
Case:
Fractal Design Pop Air ATX Mid Tower Case
(€69.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Power Supply:
Enermax Revolution D.F. 12 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
(€111.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 11 Home OEM - DVD 64-bit
(€124.81 @ Senetic)
Total:
€2394.19
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
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PCPartPicker
2025-05-16 22:40 CEST+0200
These are German prices; I expect availability and costs to be comparable elsewhere. I would also skip the B650 board, HDD, and the PSU.
The decision not to include an HDD in the computer stems from practical considerations. It's a cost-effective solution for storing media like images, videos, files, and games at a reasonable price. The idea is to allocate the 4TB SSD for newer games and the operating system, while using the HDD for less frequently accessed files that are still useful. This setup helps balance performance and storage needs.
Regarding the benefit of a separate SDD for the OS and apps, it's unclear from the context, but some users find this approach helpful for organization and access speed.
Using distinct drives for the operating system and games can slightly boost performance while keeping your games separate from the OS. This setup helps with fixing issues with the OS drive without needing to reinstall the games library if you had to format it. HDDs remain suitable for large storage, but a 4tb capacity is quite limited, and there are more efficient options available for the cost per GB.
In my opinion, regardless of any performance improvements or drawbacks, it’s better to keep games on a separate drive. This way, even if the OS drive fails, the game drive remains unaffected. Most launchers can detect installed games, which is especially useful for Steam. HDDs are quite slow, so anything done from that drive will be significantly slower. You might find using it for archival tasks worthwhile, but for high-performance needs, consider an external drive or NAS. I definitely wouldn’t run active games or apps on a HDD—it severely limits the performance of your system. I still use HDDs for data storage, but only one PC has one, while the rest are stored in a NAS and a USB drive caddy.