What should I consider when choosing a CPU for a new build?
What should I consider when choosing a CPU for a new build?
Hi all,
I’m planning to assemble a new PC and intend to use it for gaming as well as coding/developing tasks. What suggestions do you have?
I’ll be installing MSi 5070 Ti Gaming Trio, Kingston 32GB 6000mhz memory, and a 2tb Samsung 990 Pro NVMe SSD.
In the meantime, I’ll play games at 2K resolution, but may upgrade to 4K later. I also enjoy single-player and competitive games.
I’m facing a dilemma because many good CPUs are available, but I’m unsure which one suits me best. Also, some of them have reported stability problems.
I usually aim for the highest quality, though budget matters too.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
The top gaming processor is the Ryzen 9800X3D from AMD. Ensure the RAM you choose displays AMD's E.X.P.O on the product listing to guarantee compatibility with AMD systems.
Your location wasn't specified, so no budget or purchasing site preferences were considered.
7800X3D and 9800X3D are solid choices for a gaming setup. For versatile systems, a 9950X3D or Core Ultra 285K might be worth considering to add more cores. The 14900K earns recognition, though its power usage is somewhat high.
On the other hand, if your tasks are light, such as small-scale coding, you likely don’t need much performance. For heavy application compiling, higher core chips become more appropriate. With only 32GB of memory, it seems unlikely you’re handling that level of workload.
i5-14600K is available at Walmart. Details can be found here: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jXFmP6/...071514600k
Hello,
From Hungary where prices are usually high, I’m unsure about setting a precise budget. 😅 I think I’ll go with a local store that suggested the 9700x, but I’m not sure it will meet my expectations.
I’m also considering spending around 14700k, though the mobile and cooling components are quite tight on the budget. 🙃 I’m more confident in an air cooler, but I think an AIO is necessary for this model.
Plus, I’m worried about the compatibility issues that affected the 13/14 generation CPUs.
Hello neighbor, I’m from the Czech Republic. I’ve been using a 13600KF for about three years without any issues. The AIO isn’t necessary; with Peerless Assassin it stays under 70°C. I own a second-hand Gigabyte Z690 UD DDR4 system equipped with an RTX 4080 graphics card. Everything works perfectly. If I were to build a new budget PC now, I’d opt for a 14600KF—the best value in our country—and look for a good used Z690 or Z790 model.
PCPartPicker List of Components
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 9 7900 3.6 GHz 12-Core Processor
(134890.00Ft @ Alza)
CPU Cooler:
be quiet! Pure Rock Pro 3 59.6 CFM CPU Cooler
(20990.00Ft @ Alza)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX V2 ATX AM5 Motherboard
(78290.00Ft @ Alza)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
(89990.00Ft @ Alza)
Storage:
Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
(66990.00Ft @ Alza)
Video Card:
Gainward Phantom GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
(367590.00Ft @ Alza)
Case:
Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case
(28990.00Ft @ Alza)
Power Supply:
be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
(59990.00Ft @ Alza)
Overall Cost:
847720.00Ft
Prices cover shipping, taxes, and available discounts
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