[SOLVED] Need Advice on Intel 10th Gen Build for High End Gaming PC

[OldGusChiggins]

Hi,

I'm looking at building a high end gaming PC using the new Intel i9-10900K CPU and GeForce RTX 2080 ti next week (assuming I can get the CPU). Any advice on the motherboard and other components I should pick up for this? Anything else I should consider? Will all the components be available next week (e.g. AIO cooling for CPU, etc.).

I built a PC years ago but I'm definitely a novice. Was just going to order one from a manufacturer but thought this would be more fun and less expensive. Been doing research online but thought I would solicit some feedback from people who have forgotten more than I'll ever know about this stuff.

Thanks!

 

[geofelt]

The two big things will be the processor and motherboard.
All else is available now.

Be prepared for a i9-10900K or 10900KF to be in short supply and fetch premium prices.
It is probably best to pre order one but be prepared for delayed delivery.
Find a place that you can trust to have stock.
You will be getting the best binned chip.
For gaming, I think the I7-10700K will work just as well.

On the Z490 motherboards, I have no opinion on the best one. I think they all will be good.
Again, I do not know if a pre order is best strategy or if you should shop for a place with guaranteed stock.