Top-tier gaming desktop configuration under $1500
Top-tier gaming desktop configuration under $1500
Alrighty so basically there’s not much to say that the title hasn’t already, except that I have very very basic knowledge of building PC’s. This will be my first PC. Main things I would be using it for is gaming, VR (if possible), and streaming. Any suggestions for a noob like me would be greatly appreciated!
I’d recommend either an Intel Core i7-9700K or a Ryzen 7 2700X build. The i7 will generally produce higher frame rates when compared to the Ryzen 7 2700X, though it is more expensive and lacks a built-in cooler; therefore, I was able to incorporate a superior graphics card with the Ryzen 7, resulting in enhanced overall performance for gaming and virtual reality applications.
A notable omission from my initial budget plan was the addition of two fans for the front intake. I would install two 140mm fans within the front of the H500 case.
PCPartPicker parts list:
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Cost analysis by retailer
Processor:
Intel - Core i7-9700K 3.6 GHz Octa-Core Processor
($399.79 at OutletPC)
CPU Cooler:
Noctua - NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler
($84.43 at Newegg)
Motherboard:
ASRock - Z390 Extreme4 ATX LGA1151...
The optimal choice depends on your individual gaming tastes, as numerous additions can be incorporated into a setup. Are you simply looking to have a tower constructed for $1500? Or do you require everything—including a keyboard, mouse, monitor, operating system, and so forth?
My apologies, I understood you desired only $1500 for the tower structure.
I would favor a build utilizing either the Intel Core i7-9700K or the Ryzen 7 2700X. The i7 offers superior frame rates in direct comparisons against the Ryzen 7 2700X, however, it comes at a higher cost and lacks a cooler; consequently, I was able to incorporate a more powerful graphics card with the Ryzen 7, which would enhance overall performance in gaming and virtual reality applications.
A necessary addition to the budget is two fans for the front intake – specifically, two 140mm fans within the H500 case.
PCPartPicker parts list:
CPU:
Intel - Core i7-9700K 3.6 GHz 8-Core Processor ($399.79 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler:
Noctua - NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($84.43 @ Newegg)
Motherboard:
ASRock - Z390 Extreme4 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($149.99 @ Newegg Business)
Memory:
Team - Vulcan 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($71.00 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Seagate - Barracuda 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card:
EVGA - GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB Black Video Card ($499.99 @ B&H)
Case:
NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ B&H)
Power Supply:
SeaSonic - FOCUS Gold 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1505.06 (Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available). Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-12-21 08:38 EST-0500
PCPartPicker parts list:
CPU:
AMD - Ryzen 7 2700X 3.7 GHz 8-Core Processor ($304.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte - B450 AORUS ELITE ATX AM4 Motherboard ($98.98 @ Newegg)
Memory:
Team - Vulcan 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Samsung - 860 Evo 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($71.00 @ Amazon)
Storage:
Seagate - Barracuda 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card:
EVGA - GeForce RTX 2080 8 GB Black Video Card ($698.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case:
NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($69.99 @ B&H)
Power Supply:
SeaSonic - FOCUS Gold 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($69.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1473.82 (Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available). Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-12-21 08:38 EST-0500
That’s right, I misspoke! There’s no actual built-in cooler – it was a joke referencing the processor name (Ryzen). My apologies for the confusion!
Let's stick with discussing the Ryzen build itself. 😊
dwillard679 :
Thanks for the help! The Ryzen build seems to fit my needs. And you mentioned that it has a built in cooler?
Yes, it has the AMD Wraith Prism RGB cooler that is sufficient for stock clocks and a slight overclock. You will get a higher single-core turbo boost out of stock clocks anyway than if you overclock. But you can always add a bigger/better cooler if you want to get even more turbo boost out of stock or try out overclocking.