Question How is my build for a mid budget gaming PC?

Gotin_Pi4aga · Jun 7, 2024

This is my first build ever and I didn't know anything when I started, now after I've done my research I tried making one but I'm still not sure if everything is alright. So if something is not compatible or in general not good I'll be glad to hear you guys' suggestions. Here is the build: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/x7HHmD

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X 4.7 GHz 6-Core Processor

CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU Cooler

Motherboard: ASRock B650M-H/M.2+ Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard

RAM: Kingston FURY Beast 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-5600 CL40 Memory

SSD: Samsung 990 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive

GPU: PowerColor Fighter OC Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB Video Card

PSU: be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply

Case: AeroCool Cylon RGB Mid Tower Case

Monitor: Samsung Odyssey G32A 24.0" 1920 x 1080 165 Hz Monitor

Also if you have any questions, feel free to ask me. Thank you!

Tech Junky · Jun 7, 2024

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jNp6Wt

Swapped a couple things and added some case fans. If you go with the Torrent case you only need a couple of the fans. The cooler swap saves money and works even with the most demanding CPU.

I think I know why you went with the mobo but, you're restricting your PCIE slots by going matx.

Gotin_Pi4aga · Jun 7, 2024

Thank you for the recommendations. I didn't know that the case was that important and just picked a random cheap one that looks good and has the measurements I need, lol. However, I wanted to ask if you could suggest another PSU because I cannot find the recommended one on the site where I shop. I'd be very grateful!

Tech Junky · Jun 7, 2024

Most of the EVGA PSU's are good bets. I've used a few of them now and they're reliable. Any of the ones that have a 10 year warranty are what I would go for. 850W is a good level to be at for expansion abilities as time goes by.

Cases make a big difference in air flow and keeping things from throttling. The Torrent is what I'm using currently but, the Meshify series is good as well. If you want to stay mATX then there's also the Node series which are cubes in shape and have tons of fan mounting spots.

Brainonska511 · Jun 7, 2024

Other PSU to consider: Corsair RM750e. It might be more widely available - and 750W is going to likely serve you well for quite a long time.

Gotin_Pi4aga · Jun 7, 2024

Tech Junky said:
Most of the EVGA PSU's are good bets. I've used a few of them now and they're reliable. Any of the ones that have a 10 year warranty are what I would go for. 850W is a good level to be at for expansion abilities as time goes by.

Cases make a big difference in air flow and keeping things from throttling. The Torrent is what I'm using currently but, the Meshify series is good as well. If you want to stay mATX then there's also the Node series which are cubes in shape and have tons of fan mounting

Tech Junky said:

Most of the EVGA PSU's are good bets. I've used a few of them now and they're reliable. Any of the ones that have a 10 year warranty are what I would go for. 850W is a good level to be at for expansion abilities as time goes by.

Cases make a big difference in air flow and keeping things from throttling. The Torrent is what I'm using currently but, the Meshify series is good as well. If you want to stay mATX then there's also the Node series which are cubes in shape and have tons of fan mounting spots.

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Do you think the NZXT H5 Flow (CC-H51FB-01) would be a good case replacement? Also, could you recommend another CPU cooler that would be a good idea? Thanks again!

Brainonska511 · Jun 7, 2024

It might be good if you linked the store you intend to purchase from, just because there is an abundance of coolers available, and some are chepa and crap, and some are cheap and good, and some are just good but overpriced.

Tech Junky · Jun 7, 2024

Cases are a personal preference. Check the reviews from people that bought it for insight as to how it might perform for you.

For CPU coolers I look for something cheap that has at least 6 pipes as that will cover most demanding CPUs. The PA120 just came to the top of the list when I was looking for a new build and I have it paired with a 7900X and it keeps it tamed.

manly · Jun 8, 2024

Gotin_Pi4aga said:
Thank you for the recommendations. I didn't know that the case was that important and just picked a random cheap one that looks good and has the measurements I need, lol. However, I wanted to ask if you could suggest another PSU because I cannot find the recommended one on the site where I shop. I'd be very grateful!

I bought the Pure Power 12 M 850W myself, and I think it's a good choice at a nice price. I think it was $100, and Newegg gifted a $10 card as well. There might be a few other PSUs that are better (i.e. higher end caps, e.g. LeadEx VII Gold tests extremely well), but you won't go wrong with this model.

EVGA used to be king, but there's been a lot of speculation they are not doing well financially. I'm not trying to spread rumors, but a 7 year warranty is meaningless if the company won't survive that long. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong about their financial strength.

Honestly a 7600X should be easy to cool; I wouldn't be surprised if a good $30 cooler will suffice. DeepCool makes some affordable and good stuff.

I'll be @Brainonska511 for once and suggest you pick a better RAM kit, DDR5-6000 and CL32 is about right.

Tech Junky · Jun 8, 2024

manly said:
EVGA

The only thing they're doing is getting out of GPUs because of a tiff with Nvidia. They're going back to their core products.

As to the coolers there's no point paying 2-3X more for the same product just because it's under a different name. Now if it cooled an extra 10-20 degrees it would be worth a look.

In2Photos · Jun 10, 2024

Couple of thoughts based on the feedback.

1. Save a few bucks and go with the 980 Pro instead of the 990 Pro. Use that money to find a better RAM kit, 6000 CL30 or so. Also consider a 2TB drive. Games are quite large these days.
2. The Torrent is a nice case, but you can get one with similar air flow for about have that price. The Lian Li 216 case comes with 2 front fans and one rear fan for about $100. That is plenty for a build of this nature. My daughter has that case with a 7600X and an RX6800XT with great temps and its nice and quiet.
3. I agree there are other coolers that will perform just as well for about half the price.

Here's what I put together. Same price as your original build but includes a 2TB drive and a case, plus has faster RAM.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/289Tyg

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