Question Building a new gaming computer.

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First off Id like to thank all the great people here at Toms that helped me back in 2012 when I built my first computer. It has worked flawless (still does just behind the times now) up until now. So Thank You..

Do you see any discrepancies or better choices? I have the keyboard, mouse, and Acer 28 inch monitor(UHD 4k2k) that I will be using. I am using a coolermaster haf case that I use now. I will likely purchase a 144 monitor in the near future if you all think its needed.. I might OC one day or see how the software auto OC works but OC isn't my main goal at this time.. but maybe one day...

I have chosen these components for the build:

Mobo: ASUS Prime Z390-A $190
CPU: i7 9700kf $380
GPU: MSI GeForce RTX 2080 DUKE $750
Power Supply: Corsair RM750x White 750W $120
CPU: Cooler Noctua NH-U14S $70
RAM: G.Skill 4x8 DDR4 F4-3400C16Q-32GTZSW $240
SSD: M.2 970 Pro 512GB $145
HDD: WD blue 1TB WD10EZEX-OEM

What is your thoughts or advice. Thank you in advance for your recommendations..
 

DSzymborski

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Nothing I'd complain about. You could probably save money here and there (for example, a 650 EVGA G3 can be found under $100), but everything in here is a quality part. Given how close we are, it may not hurt to wait and see the launch reviews for the next wave of Ryzens.
 

Detroit

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Nothing I'd complain about. You could probably save money here and there (for example, a 650 EVGA G3 can be found under $100), but everything in here is a quality part. Given how close we are, it may not hurt to wait and see the launch reviews for the next wave of Ryzens.
Thank You for the reply. I'm still a lot confused with the M.2 form/function right now. I need a course on the differences between them all . Not sure if using a pcie is better or the M key. Or both 22110 and 2280 m2. I have some learning to do.