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What do you think about the new gaming PC you're planning to buy, especially with the parts coming soon?

What do you think about the new gaming PC you're planning to buy, especially with the parts coming soon?

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cowcow4321
Senior Member
623
02-18-2023, 09:30 PM
#1
Hey everyone, I’m about to assemble my initial PC and want to double-check that I’m making the right choices. I’m here to get your thoughts on the components I’ve selected and see if any adjustments would be better.

Approximate Purchase Date:
This week (roughly 1-3 days) or if it’s better to wait until next week, I’ll hold off.

Budget Range:
PC: $2400-2500
Monitor: $200-270

System Usage:
Gaming

Parts Preferences:
I’m leaning toward a Nvidia GPU and an Intel CPU. Overclocking is optional. I don’t need SLI or Crossfire.

Preferred Monitor Resolution:
2560 x 1440

Additional Notes:
I’d like RGB lighting but prioritize performance. Most importantly, why am I upgrading? My previous Dell build didn’t go well.

Parts List Reference:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fp6rcH

CPU:
Intel Core i7-14700K 3.4 GHz 20-Core Processor
($418.00 @ Newegg)

CPU Cooler:
Deepcool LS720 85.85 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($139.99 @ Newegg)

Thermal Compound:
ARCTIC MX-6 4 g Thermal Paste
($7.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard:
MSI Z790 GAMING PRO WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($189.99 @ Newegg)

Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory
($119.99 @ Newegg)

Storage:
Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($119.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card:
Gigabyte EAGLE GeForce RTX 4080 16 GB Video Card
($1059.99 @ Best Buy)

Case:
Lian Li O11 Dynamic EVO ATX Mid Tower Case
($148.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply:
Corsair RMe (2023) 1200 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX
($159.99 @ Newegg)

Case Fan:
ARCTIC P12 PST A-RGB 0dB 48.8 CFM 120 mm Fan
($16.55 @ Amazon)

Additional Fans (3-pack):
ARCTIC P12 PST A-RGB 0dB 48.8 CFM 120 mm Fans
($41.49 @ Amazon)

Monitor:
Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ3A 27.0" 2560 x 1440 180 Hz
($246.99 @ Newegg)

Custom Add-ons:
ARCTIC Case Fan Hub - 10-fold PWM Fan Distributor with SATA Power
($9.65)

Thermalright CPU Contact Frame for LGA 1700 Retrofit Kit, 17XX-BCF Bracket Intel12 Generation
($17.98 @ Amazon)

Other:
CableMod C-Series Pro ModMesh Sleeved 12VHPWR PCI-e Cable for Corsair (Black, 16-pin to Triple 8-pin, 600mm)
($24.90 @ Amazon)

PCPartPicker List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fp6rcH

Total: $2784.42
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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cowcow4321
02-18-2023, 09:30 PM #1

Hey everyone, I’m about to assemble my initial PC and want to double-check that I’m making the right choices. I’m here to get your thoughts on the components I’ve selected and see if any adjustments would be better.

Approximate Purchase Date:
This week (roughly 1-3 days) or if it’s better to wait until next week, I’ll hold off.

Budget Range:
PC: $2400-2500
Monitor: $200-270

System Usage:
Gaming

Parts Preferences:
I’m leaning toward a Nvidia GPU and an Intel CPU. Overclocking is optional. I don’t need SLI or Crossfire.

Preferred Monitor Resolution:
2560 x 1440

Additional Notes:
I’d like RGB lighting but prioritize performance. Most importantly, why am I upgrading? My previous Dell build didn’t go well.

Parts List Reference:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fp6rcH

CPU:
Intel Core i7-14700K 3.4 GHz 20-Core Processor
($418.00 @ Newegg)

CPU Cooler:
Deepcool LS720 85.85 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
($139.99 @ Newegg)

Thermal Compound:
ARCTIC MX-6 4 g Thermal Paste
($7.99 @ Amazon)

Motherboard:
MSI Z790 GAMING PRO WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
($189.99 @ Newegg)

Memory:
G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory
($119.99 @ Newegg)

Storage:
Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($119.99 @ Amazon)

Video Card:
Gigabyte EAGLE GeForce RTX 4080 16 GB Video Card
($1059.99 @ Best Buy)

Case:
Lian Li O11 Dynamic EVO ATX Mid Tower Case
($148.99 @ Newegg)

Power Supply:
Corsair RMe (2023) 1200 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX
($159.99 @ Newegg)

Case Fan:
ARCTIC P12 PST A-RGB 0dB 48.8 CFM 120 mm Fan
($16.55 @ Amazon)

Additional Fans (3-pack):
ARCTIC P12 PST A-RGB 0dB 48.8 CFM 120 mm Fans
($41.49 @ Amazon)

Monitor:
Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ3A 27.0" 2560 x 1440 180 Hz
($246.99 @ Newegg)

Custom Add-ons:
ARCTIC Case Fan Hub - 10-fold PWM Fan Distributor with SATA Power
($9.65)

Thermalright CPU Contact Frame for LGA 1700 Retrofit Kit, 17XX-BCF Bracket Intel12 Generation
($17.98 @ Amazon)

Other:
CableMod C-Series Pro ModMesh Sleeved 12VHPWR PCI-e Cable for Corsair (Black, 16-pin to Triple 8-pin, 600mm)
($24.90 @ Amazon)

PCPartPicker List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fp6rcH

Total: $2784.42
Includes shipping, taxes, and available discounts

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Quirky_Q
Junior Member
25
02-19-2023, 06:44 AM
#2
Based on my personal use of The 011D, they utilize SFX power supplies. It seems this detail is not highlighted on the manufacturer's website.
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Quirky_Q
02-19-2023, 06:44 AM #2

Based on my personal use of The 011D, they utilize SFX power supplies. It seems this detail is not highlighted on the manufacturer's website.

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TheraLP
Junior Member
6
02-26-2023, 05:28 AM
#3
The build appears fine, everything should work together... assuming the PSU fits the case. This is the only part where you're investing a lot, but if that's the desired appearance, it's acceptable. However, you don't have to fill each fan slot with a fan.
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TheraLP
02-26-2023, 05:28 AM #3

The build appears fine, everything should work together... assuming the PSU fits the case. This is the only part where you're investing a lot, but if that's the desired appearance, it's acceptable. However, you don't have to fill each fan slot with a fan.

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Ward12
Posting Freak
895
02-27-2023, 04:28 AM
#4
How many fans you need and where to install them is important. You're right about the side mount—placing it on the side instead of the top helps avoid pulling in cool air to the CPU.
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Ward12
02-27-2023, 04:28 AM #4

How many fans you need and where to install them is important. You're right about the side mount—placing it on the side instead of the top helps avoid pulling in cool air to the CPU.

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Beast_Child
Member
64
02-27-2023, 04:41 AM
#5
You can adjust the AIO cooler to draw in air while still keeping it mounted at the top, though most top fans are designed for exhaust as heat moves upward. I usually configure a front-to-rear airflow setup, using three fans on the front and one on the rear, allowing any surplus air to exit through the empty slots on the top fan and around the rear mesh.

The main idea I wanted to convey is that fans are often a costly part of Lian Li designs. They typically don’t include fans themselves but provide many slots for them, meaning you might pay equally for a stylish case with built-in fans compared to other options.
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Beast_Child
02-27-2023, 04:41 AM #5

You can adjust the AIO cooler to draw in air while still keeping it mounted at the top, though most top fans are designed for exhaust as heat moves upward. I usually configure a front-to-rear airflow setup, using three fans on the front and one on the rear, allowing any surplus air to exit through the empty slots on the top fan and around the rear mesh.

The main idea I wanted to convey is that fans are often a costly part of Lian Li designs. They typically don’t include fans themselves but provide many slots for them, meaning you might pay equally for a stylish case with built-in fans compared to other options.