Some concerns regarding the new construction
Some concerns regarding the new construction
You should consider a 1tb SSD with Windows installed. Having 64gb of RAM is sufficient for gaming setups. The cooler you selected is useful but somewhat excessive. The 7800xt model you picked is quite expensive, falling into the higher-end range. This price is comparable to similar options.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($365.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Phantom Spirit EVO 69 CFM ($49.90 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock B650E PG RIPTIDE WIFI ATX AM5 ($189.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 ($100.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: TEAMGROUP MP44 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD ($228.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire PULSE Radeon RX 7900 XT 20 GB ($689.99 @ Newegg)
Case: Montech AIR 903 MAX ATX Mid Tower ($75.00 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 - TT Premium Edition 850 W ($109.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM - DVD 64-bit
Monitor: Asus MG248Q 24.0" 1920 x 1080 144 Hz ($189.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1810.83 (includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts)
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2024-08-09 14:09 EDT-0400
Here is the revised version:
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
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AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor
($365.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
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ID-COOLING FROZN A620 BLACK 78.25 CFM CPU Cooler
($39.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
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MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
($181.60 @ Amazon)
Memory:
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TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($93.99 @ Amazon)
Storage:
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TEAMGROUP MP44 4 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
($228.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
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Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12 GB Video Card
($599.97 @ Newegg)
Case:
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Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case
($79.99 @ Adorama)
Power Supply:
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MSI MAG A750GL PCIE5 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($86.00 @ Amazon)
Total: $1676.52
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
*Selected lowest-priced components based on specified parameters*
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2024-08-09 14:26 EDT-0400
I implemented several adjustments to optimize the setup, resulting in a quicker GPU, SSD upgrade, and overall cost reduction.
PC Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor
($365.97 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Scythe Mugen 6 Dual Fan 60.29 CFM CPU Cooler
($54.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
ASRock B650E PG RIPTIDE WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
($189.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($100.98 @ Newegg)
Storage:
SK Hynix Platinum P41 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($147.94 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
ASRock Challenger OC Radeon RX 7900 GRE 16 GB Video Card
($529.99 @ Newegg)
Case:
be quiet! Pure Base 500DX ATX Mid Tower Case
($79.90 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 - TT Premium Edition 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($109.99 @ Amazon)
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM - DVD 64-bit
Monitor:
Asus MG248Q 24.0" 1920 x 1080 144 Hz Monitor
Total:
$1579.75
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
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2024-08-10 16:56 EDT-0400
Thanks, I'll take a look.
I checked the Gigabyte X670 Aorus Elite AX and noticed they claim improved performance for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D, with better temperatures and power distribution. It's about 40 dollars more—worth it or not depends on your needs? Also, I saw that some Gigabyte motherboards have coil whine, is that a common feature?
The board indeed offers improved power delivery, though it wouldn't significantly impact performance for a 7800x3d. The B650 easily supports a 7950x. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUUVW7wgR3s&t=1332s The x670 also provides an additional M.2 port and more USB ports, making the decision personal. No reports on coil whine have come up, though mine used AM4. I tested an x570 from launch with a 3700x and later a 5800x, but it stopped being used after winning a rig with a 12700k. My friend with the x670 elite highly recommends it.
I've placed myself a X670 Aorus Elite AX and the Pure Base 500DX. I was checking out some SSD options—can I install a Samsung 970 EVO Plus with 500GB on drive C and another Samsung 970 EVO Plus with 2TB for downloading movies and installing games on drive D? Do I need to set up RAID or can they work independently? They’re from the same brand and should perform similarly.
I believe the 970 evo plus is a PCIe 3.0 device.
The X670 Aorus Elite AX can handle NVMe drives that support PCIe 4.0 and 5.0.
You might consider purchasing a quicker drive to benefit from its higher speed, though the real-world impact is probably small. Your choice is yours.
Perhaps opt for the 970 evo plus and redirect the savings toward another part?
Or maybe you're not constrained by a tight budget?
In general, try to avoid RAID unless you have an exceptionally specific situation.