This is the first new build in a long time.
This is the first new build in a long time.
Hi everyone,
I'm exploring a solid upgrade for an old i7 4770 in a near-silent setup aimed at gaming at 1440p. I have some thoughts on the parts I want and would really appreciate any feedback on their noise levels or performance suitability. Please find the component list and notes below.
Case
BeQuiet! Silent Base 802
PSU
be quiet! Dark Power 13 - 850W - Full Modular, 80+ Titanium
Mobo
ASUS PRIME X870-P
CPU
AMD 9800X3D
RAM
64GB Corsair Vengeance RGB AMD Optimized DDR5-6000 CL30
SSD
Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB heatsink
GPU
ASRock Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi 16GB OC
CPU cooler
Bequiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 (Performance)
Fans:
I'll stick with the Pure Wings 3 units from the silent base 802 as a balance between quietness and airflow (they won't be at full volume). Unless there are more ultra-quiet options available?
Mobo
I think I've secured a future-proof setup, but is the X870 chipset enough, or should I upgrade to an X870E?
RAM:
The optimal speed was mentioned as 6000MT/s to avoid lag. Still, can I go for a slightly higher 7200MT/s G-skill Neo kit without sacrificing too much performance?
CPU:
How straightforward is it to undervolt or tweak the voltage? Has the thermal paste quality changed significantly over the past decade? Still a bit less paste than before, just a little.
GPU:
I chose the 9070 XT Taichi because it's highly overbuilt and I think I can revert it to non-OC settings for more silence while keeping power usage in check. Are there any simple methods to undervolt or underclock this powerful chip?
Are there any 5070 Ti models that are similarly overbuilt and could help me reach a silent configuration you're familiar with?
Thanks in advance for any advice (anyone typing 'any' gets a quick thank you).
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Budget?
Recommended purchasing locations (if any)
I view it as unwise to attempt constructing a computer meant to endure a decade without updates—people often change their minds regularly.
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PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
($472.02 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
ID-COOLING FROZN A720 BLACK 98.6 CFM CPU Cooler
($69.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
($225.99 @ Best Buy)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($184.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Crucial T500 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($129.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card:
PNY ARGB EPIC-X RGB OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
($849.99 @ B&H)
Case:
Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Case
($101.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
Corsair RM1000x (2024) 1000 W Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
($169.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $2204.94
Costs encompass shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
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2025-06-10 07:54 EDT-0400
On this forum, some users caution against pairing Corsair Vengeance with Ryzen processors. I own four DDR4 Vengeance modules (four times 16GB) in a 3800X system, but changed to Kingston DDR5 RAM on a 7950X. It seems better to choose a kit that supports specific EXPO configurations for AMD. I haven’t adjusted settings and XMP worked well for my AMD builds. You might not hit 7200MT/s with AMD, but 6400MT/s could be more realistic.
Hello there,
Thank you for your response. I haven’t been building for ten years; I’m upgrading an 11-year-old PC by replacing its GPU, RAM, SSD, and cooling system over time. Having done this for my two previous setups, I want my new build to last as long as possible. That’s why I’m choosing the X870 chipset—it offers more longevity than the B650—and adding an extra PCIe 5.0 slot for an SSD, plus USB C and USB 4 ports.
Country: UK. Budget: roughly £1900 to £2600. I’m aiming for a quiet system, under 22 dB. I check prices on PCparts UK first, cross-verify on Amazon and other sites, and run a small script every two weeks to update my spreadsheet. Any price I see that’s the lowest I’ve found in the past six months will be my choice. I didn’t buy the Be Quiet 850W titanium last week because it’s now at double the minimum—probably I’ll have to wait another month or two.
Skill RAM is safe, as some advice suggested Corsair without XMP might not work well on an AM5 platform. I’m hoping to find a CL28 or CL26 kit if possible.
Other suggestions you made, while cheaper, aren’t as quiet (the lian li looks very similar to the Be Quiet 802, down to the PSU casing). If you have an overpowered “silent” 5070 Ti that doesn’t whine, it could replace the 9070 XT Taichi. A 5080 would be unsuitable due to excessive heat, which would force more fan use.
G.Skill has confirmed the current optimal performance remains around 6000-6400MT/s for AM5, and even with EXPO it shouldn't exceed that range. Useful information.
For the Taichi, we're targeting 340W, which is a 7% boost over stock performance. I plan to lower the clock speed by 5% below stock and then undervolt if possible. The combination of the heavily engineered shroud and reduced power consumption should help minimize noise. All other parts are kept under 20 dB (CPU cooler max 11, fans 15-16). An alternative would be a 5070 Ti OC Strix, following a similar approach but with uncertainty about its quietness and coil whining risk. The PSU I selected should aid in handling short-term power spikes. Any feedback is welcome.
I find it noteworthy that Silent PC offers a 5080 option in their DAW and support the following statement:
"All our Digital Audio Workstations (not just a few) are designed to create a completely quiet recording space."
"This Desktop Music Production PC relies on a Premium Quiet Mid-Tower Case paired with a fully modular quiet power supply and DDR5 Memory. As usual, we swap out standard fans for extremely quiet case fans."
This assertion is quite assertive, and whether it aligns with the target of 22dB (+22dBA) remains to be seen. I point out that +20dBA can be compared to rustling leaves. The most silent environments I've experienced are anechoic chambers, while the loudest settings are found in computer server halls where ear protection is essential. I don't consider spaces with large diesel generator units.
My current build (7950X GTX4070) uses a Lian Li Super Silent Aluminium PC-S80 case, purchased new from eBay.
https://www.pugetsystems.com/labs/articl...PC-S80-25/
http://dansdata.com/llpcs80.htm
The PC-S80 isn't entirely silent, but the primary air intakes are far from the front fans (about 2ft/60cm), and everything is shielded by two layers of panel work. It's a design from a bygone era and quite different from today's glass-fronted systems with 12 LED fans.
I'm unsure about the specific apps you're using, but certain programs don't benefit much from higher XMP/EXPO/DOCP clock speeds, particularly on AMD processors. More precise timing would likely be beneficial.
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
*
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
(£416.21 @ Amazon UK)
CPU Cooler:
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be quiet! Pure Rock Pro 3 59.6 CFM CPU Cooler
(£41.99 @ Overclockers.co.uk)
Motherboard:
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Asus TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
(£265.45 @ Amazon UK)
Memory:
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G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
(£191.20 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card:
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Asus PRIME OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
(£804.99 @ AWD-IT)
Power Supply:
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SeaSonic Focus GX V4 ATX 3 (2024) 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
(£139.99 @ Overclockers.co.uk)
Overall Cost:
£1859.83
Costs cover shipping, taxes, and applicable discounts
*Selected lowest-priced items based on criteria
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2025-06-11 11:29 BST+0100
Quick update, here’s what I used:
Case Bequiet Shadow Base 802 FX Black
Power Supply Bequiet Dark power 13 850W 80+ Titanium full modular
CPU AMD 9800X3D
Mobo As Rock X870E Taichi
Memory 64GB G Skill Royal Neo CL30 @6400MT/s.
Storage SSD Samsung 9100 Pro 4 TB
GPU ASRock Radeon 9070XT Taichi (if you enable silent BIOS profile, undervolt and slightly downclock it; it’s inaudible)
CPU Cooler is a BeQuiet Dark rock pro 5 (handles up to 270W TDP when the CPU runs at 120W peak, keeping fan speed under 35%)
Plus 4 Bequiet fans.
Noise level at maximum load: 23 dB.
I attempted to run the PC without the GPU (passive mode) and had to open the case to hear it.
Faced some problems getting the GPU to function; be cautious with the 12V cable—it seems often broken. I tested the GPU in another case/another Mobo, it didn’t work, they replaced the cable. The GPU was fine.