Resolved: Is this a suitable arrangement?
Resolved: Is this a suitable arrangement?
PCPartPicker component list
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Cost breakdown from retailers:
Processor:
AMD – Ryzen 7 2700X 3.7 GHz Octa-Core Processor
($308.99 at Amazon)
Mainboard:
MSI – X470 GAMING M7 AC ATX AM4 Motherboard
($211.29 at OutletPC)
Memory:
Corsair – Vengeance LPX 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 RAM
($239.99 at Newegg Business)
Storage:
Samsung – 860 EVO 500 GB 2.5” Solid State Drive
($84.99 at Amazon)
Storage:
Seagate – Barracuda 2 TB 3.5” 7200RPM Hard Drive
($59.89 at OutletPC)
Graphics Card:
Zotac – GeForce RTX 2080 8 GB GAMING AMP Video Card
($759.99 at Amazon)
Case:
Fractal Design – Define S2 Black – TG ATX Mid Tower Case
($114.99 at Newegg Business)
Power Supply:
EVGA – 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply
($69.89 at OutletPC)
Operating System:
Microsoft – Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit
($98.89 at OutletPC)
Monitor:
Acer – KG221Q 21.5” 1920x1080 75 Hz Monitor
($99.99 at B&H)
Keyboard:
Corsair – STRAFE RGB MK.2 Wired Gaming Keyboard
($99.99 at Amazon)
Mouse:
Corsair – DARK CORE RGB Wireless Optical Mouse
($69.99 at OutletPC)
Accessories:
Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone – Blackout Edition
($115.83 at Amazon)
Accessories:
GTRACING Gaming Racing Chair Office Multi-Function Computer Chair with Headrest Lumbar Support Pillows Recliner Swivel Rocker Tilt E-Sports Chair GT002 White
($159.00)
Software:
Sony Vegas Pro 16 – ($400.00)
Software:
Adobe Photoshop – ($29.00)
Accessories:
Desk – ($67.00)
Total: $3089.70
Prices reflect shipping, taxes and discounts where applicable
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-01-23 21:47 EST-0500
An upgrade consisting of a motherboard component (M2 970 Boot Drive) and a dependable power supply has been identified:
PC Part Picker component list:
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Cost analysis by retailer
Storage:
Samsung - 500 GB M.2 Solid State Drive (2280) – 970 Evo
($129.99 at B&H)
Power Supply:
EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 650 W – 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
($59.99 at B&H)
Total:
$189.98
This total encompasses shipping, applicable taxes, and any promotional reductions offered. The listing was created using PC Part Picker on 2019-01-23 at 21:51 EST-0500.
An updated computer build includes an M.2 970 boot drive and a dependable power supply:
PCPartPicker component listing:
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Cost breakdown from retailers
Storage:
Samsung – 970 Evo 500 GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive
($129.99 at B&H)
Power Supply:
EVGA – SuperNOVA G2 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
($59.99 at B&H)
Total:
$189.98
The total amount includes delivery fees, sales tax, and any promotional offers that were applied. Produced by PCPartPicker on 2019-01-23 at 21:51 EST-0500
Currently, it’s being indicated that incorporating an M.2 drive will necessitate removing a SATA cable—will there be sufficient connectivity for all components?
Indeed, a sufficient number of SATA connections remain available.
A 21.5-inch 1080p monitor costing $300 with a $750 graphics card would be unwise, except for someone who won't use the system for gaming or doesn’t prioritize visual quality.