Requesting feedback from the teams on my second version.
Requesting feedback from the teams on my second version.
Hi everyone, this community really helped me with my first build a few years back. A lot has changed over the past five years, so I'm excited to tackle my second build and want to check in with more experienced folks. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
My main setup is for everyday use, mainly focused on high-end 1440p gaming—especially Call of Duty—running at ultra settings whenever possible. I also do a lot of multitasking while streaming and watching movies, using four monitors. It's not a heavy load. I didn’t include the GPU yet because I’m still figuring out the latest options, but I plan to stick with Nvidia. Right now I have a GTX 1080 Ti, and I usually upgrade every 5 to 6 years, aiming to future-proof it for the next five years.
For the CPU, I went with what was affordable at the time and didn’t do much research. If you have better suggestions, please let me know. I’m leaning toward Intel. I also heard that 32 GB of RAM is becoming a standard soon, so I went with 64 GB. If that’s too much, I can drop back to 32 and boost the speed to 7200.
I’m planning to start buying parts by the end of July. My GPU budget is between $400 and $600, possibly a bit more if it offers good value. The overall computer budget is flexible, but I want to keep things reasonable. I live near a Microcenter, so I can take advantage of any last-minute deals.
Thanks a lot!
If you're looking for upgradability, the AM5 is a solid choice. AMD has also improved its performance now. It operates more efficiently and consumes less power. I recommend considering the X870 motherboard arriving in July, featuring USB 4.0 connectivity. The 990 Pro offers limited value compared to its price. For gaming at 2K, the 4070ti Super is a good option.
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Lc...16...16g-expert
You won’t need a 1000W power supply for the 7900X3D, and pairing it with a 4070ti Super is sufficient.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D 4.4 GHz 12-Core Processor
($329.00 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III A-RGB 48.82 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($139.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Mushkin Redline Lumina 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory
($179.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: TEAMGROUP MP44 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($119.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: TEAMGROUP MP44 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($119.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair Obsidian Series 450D ATX Mid Tower Case
(Purchased For $0.00)
Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-850 ATX 3.0 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($109.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $998.95
Shipping, taxes, and available discounts are included
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2024-06-11 15:49 EDT-0400
I’d consider these options more suitable. The X3D models generally perform better in gaming compared to the Intel versions.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D 4.4 GHz 12-Core Processor – $352.39 (Amazon)
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 56.3 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler – $113.47 (Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte B650E AORUS ELITE X AX ICE ATX AM5 – $229.99 (Amazon)
Memory: Mushkin Redline Lumina 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 – $179.99 (Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD – $148.75 (Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD – $148.75 (Amazon)
Case: Corsair Obsidian Series 450D ATX Mid Tower – $139.99 (Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-1000 ATX 3.0 1000 W – $139.99 (Amazon)
Optical Drive: LG WH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer – $54.99 (Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 Home OEM - DVD 64-bit – $119.99 (Amazon)
Total: $1488.31
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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2024-06-11 14:52 EDT-0400
You also don't require 64GB of RAM for gaming, and why are these low-quality SSDs so common?
64gb as requested by OP because he had several apps running in the background with 4 monitors. MP44 review: It performs a bit worse than SN850X but better than P5 plus. For the price, it's a solid value for the money.
Thank you for your feedback. I'm still getting familiar with building processes. I follow online videos that match my parts and learn as I go. Are there any notable distinctions between AMD and Intel builds beyond using compatible components? I thought the 990 Pro was a strong option with better performance, but why would someone consider it low quality?
32gb remains sufficient. 64gb isn't essential. In my opinion, unless you require a setup immediately, I'd hold off until the Ryzen 9000 comes out next month. I can't view your configuration since work is preventing me from accessing imgur. Please arrange your build using PCPP.
I didn't say the 990 Pro is of poor quality, it's just not worth the price you're paying.
The Pro series is designed for prosumers requiring top sustained performance and endurance. You're paying a significant premium for it.
What sets it apart from Ryzen is its need for low latency and fast RAM speeds—6000mhz CL30 or 6400mhz CL32 or better.
The Ryzen 9000 line won't surpass the 7900X3D in gaming performance. If you're planning to wait, consider getting the 9900X3D instead.
It's really worth the additional cost for the P5 or the SN850X. You don't have to fill every single M2 slot on the motherboard, either. Storage options are completely up to the buyer, depending on their needs and intended use. Also, avoid being too cheap with the drive, as that could lead to problems.