[SOLVED] Opinions about a new system

[mttne2405]

Hi guys,
I'm planning to build a new Gaming PC, and I would appreciate any opinions or suggestions on the following setup, am I missing anything? Anything excessive? Thanks.

 

[lthampton]

What's your budget and i can give you solid build.

 

[mttne2405]

What's your budget and i can give you solid build.

The converted price for the setup I posted is about 1700$ including OS, wouldn't like to go too far above that.

 

[lthampton]

Here ya go, this is going to handle everything you throw at it.
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/p8nF9J

[PCPartPicker part list](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/p8nF9J) / [Price breakdown by merchant](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/p8nF9J/by_merchant/)

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
**CPU** | [AMD - Ryzen 7 2700X 3.7 GHz 8-Core Processor](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/bddxFT/amd-ryzen-7-2700x-37ghz-8-core-processor-yd270xbgafbox) | $308.99 @ Amazon
**Motherboard** | [MSI - B450 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Hy97YJ/msi-b450-tomahawk-atx-am4-motherboard-b450-tomahawk) | $114.89 @ OutletPC
**Memory** | [G.Skill - Trident Z RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/ybrcCJ/gskill-tridentz-rgb-16gb-2-x-8gb-ddr4-3200-memory-f4-3200c16d-16gtzr) | $139.99 @ Newegg
**Storage** | [Samsung - 960 EVO 500 GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/Ykbkcf/samsung-960-evo-500gb-m2-2280-solid-state-drive-mz-v6e500) | $134.90 @ OutletPC
**Storage** | [Seagate - Barracuda 3 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/j28H99/seagate-barracuda-3tb-35-7200rpm-internal-hard-drive-st3000dm008) | $84.89 @ OutletPC
**Video Card** | [EVGA - GeForce RTX 2080 8 GB Black Video Card](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jVQG3C/evga-geforce-rtx-2080-8-gb-black-video-card-08g-p4-2081-kr) | $698.99 @ SuperBiiz
**Case** | [NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/p8x2FT/nzxt-h500-black-atx-mid-tower-case-ca-h500b-b1) | $67.10 @ Amazon
**Power Supply** | [EVGA - SuperNOVA G3 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/dMM323/evga-supernova-g3-750w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-220-g3-0750) | $99.89 @ OutletPC
**Operating System** | [Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/wtgPxr/microsoft-os-kw900140) | $98.89 @ OutletPC
| *Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts* |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $1838.53
| Mail-in rebates | -$90.00
| **Total** | **$1748.53**
| Generated by [PCPartPicker](https://pcpartpicker.com) 2019-01-10 15:33 EST-0500 |

Edit: Im at work so i cant see the setup you posted, im at work, so if this is identical sorry lol. But case is obv up to you , but for 1700$ you're definitely gonna want a few set things.
M2 NVME boot drive (stupid fast boot times, faster than any ssd)
An RTX2080
And a Ryzen 7 2700x ( Best bang for buck premo gaming chip)

Now, if this was soley for gaming ,you could skimp on other aspects and even go for a I-5 8600K, and possibly get an upgrade like a 2080TI, but thats a slight stretch.

 

[King_V]

What country are you in? Knowing that might help some of us get a better handle on what's available and what prices you can expect in your area.

 

[marcus134]

I'd go with another gpu, as you chose an itx version of the 1070, while perfectly compatible with your system may run hotter and noisier and given that you are using a spacious mid tower, there's no reason to compromise, if you've got budget restraint, id' recommend getting rid of the hyper 212 to get a 1070 with a bigger cooler as any gain in quietness will be nullified by that gpu.

As for the SSD, i'd tell you to get a 250gb 860 evo, W.D. blue or a mx500, but the uv500 isn't a remarkable performer and I wouldn't recommend it as a main boot drive. Further more, with 250 gb you'll be able to install a few games on the ssd as well.

 

[King_V]

Another thing that is important to know, what is the resolution and refresh rate of OP's monitor, and whether it has FreeSync, GSync, or neither.

After all, there's no point in getting an RTX 2080 if they're running 1920x1080@60Hz.

 

[g-unit1111]

I'd go with another gpu, as you chose an itx version of the 1070, while perfectly compatible with your system may run hotter and noisier and given that you are using a spacious mid tower, there's no reason to compromise, if you've got budget restraint, id' recommend getting rid of the hyper 212 to get a 1070 with a bigger cooler as any gain in quietness will be nullified by that gpu.

As for the SSD, i'd tell you to get a 250gb 860 evo, W.D. blue or a mx500, but the uv500 isn't a remarkable performer and I wouldn't recommend it as a main boot drive. Further more, with 250 gb you'll be able to install a few games on the ssd as well.

Oh no, absolutely use an SSD as a main boot drive. You do not want to use a mechanical hard drive as a primary boot device anymore. Especially now that SSDs are so cheap you should always get one if your budget allows for it. I do agree getting a Samsung is much better than the chosen SSD though.

Although I think I might switch the PSU to something else like a Seasonic Focus or Corsair RMx.

 

[marcus134]

Oh no, absolutely use an SSD as a main boot drive. You do not want to use a mechanical hard drive as a primary boot device anymore. Especially now that SSDs are so cheap you should always get one if your budget allows for it. I do agree getting a Samsung is much better than the chosen SSD though.

You know that those are ssd, to be fair, W.D. did make a 250 gb hdd 12 years ago or so, but 860 evo and MX500 do not exist in hdd form.

To the Op Nvidia recommend a minimum of 500w psu for a system with a 1070, while getting a bit more power in reserve for future upgrades is a good idea, you could save some money by getting a 650w instead.

 

[mttne2405]

Thank you all for the replies!
Should've said this earlier; I'm not asking for the absolute best rig for max fps on max settings for the newest games. Just looking for a Solid PC for the next 3+ years, optionally with room for future upgrades, and tips for stuff like compatibility, getting all the right ports, reliable manufacturers, enough power, etc.

Here ya go, this is going to handle everything you throw at it.

While I really appreciate the effort, I'm not looking for a whole build, just tips for the one I had. so sorry for not being clearer about that.
Also as King_V mentioned, not all parts are available for me on fair prices.

Another thing that is important to know, what is the resolution and refresh rate of OP's monitor, and whether it has FreeSync, GSync, or neither.

After all, there's no point in getting an RTX 2080 if they're running 1920x1080@60Hz.

I live in Israel and currently use my old LG Flatron E2341 monitor, i guess it's running 1920x1080@60Hz. Not too bothered about it atm.

I'd go with another gpu, as you chose an itx version of the 1070, while perfectly compatible with your system may run hotter and noisier and given that you are using a spacious mid tower, there's no reason to compromise, if you've got budget restraint, id' recommend getting rid of the hyper 212 to get a 1070 with a bigger cooler as any gain in quietness will be nullified by that gpu.

As for the SSD, i'd tell you to get a 250gb 860 evo, W.D. blue or a mx500, but the uv500 isn't a remarkable performer and I wouldn't recommend it as a main boot drive. Further more, with 250 gb you'll be able to install a few games on the ssd as well.

Oh no, absolutely use an SSD as a main boot drive. You do not want to use a mechanical hard drive as a primary boot device anymore. Especially now that SSDs are so cheap you should always get one if your budget allows for it. I do agree getting a Samsung is much better than the chosen SSD though.

Although I think I might switch the PSU to something else like a Seasonic Focus or Corsair RMx.

Thank you for your advices, I changed the parts you mentioned, so now the setup looks like this:

https://imgur.com/snKOipU

So should this do?

 

[King_V]

Ok, looked up the specs for your monitor, looks like it's this, and that you can have up to 75Hz refresh.

https://www.edmdroid.com/omfg/guide-random/lg-flatron-e2341v-23-super-led-lcd-monitor-review/

In which case, a 2070 video card is way overkill. If you're sticking with this monitor for the foreseeable future, then even a GTX 1070 or RTX 2060 is more than enough. A GTX 1060 6GB or RX 580 8GB should handle that resolution and maybe up to 60fps pretty well, the 1070 or 2060, or RX 590 would give you a bit more breathing room.

 

[mttne2405]

Ok, looked up the specs for your monitor, looks like it's this, and that you can have up to 75Hz refresh.

https://www.edmdroid.com/omfg/guide-random/lg-flatron-e2341v-23-super-led-lcd-monitor-review/

In which case, a 2070 video card is way overkill. If you're sticking with this monitor for the foreseeable future, then even a GTX 1070 or RTX 2060 is more than enough. A GTX 1060 6GB or RX 580 8GB should handle that resolution and maybe up to 60fps pretty well, the 1070 or 2060, or RX 590 would give you a bit more breathing room.

I think I'll stick to the updated setup and get a new 144Hz monitor.
Thanks all for the help! Very much appreciated.

 

[g-unit1111]

Thank you all for the replies!
Should've said this earlier; I'm not asking for the absolute best rig for max fps on max settings for the newest games. Just looking for a Solid PC for the next 3+ years, optionally with room for future upgrades, and tips for stuff like compatibility, getting all the right ports, reliable manufacturers, enough power, etc.

Here ya go, this is going to handle everything you throw at it.

While I really appreciate the effort, I'm not looking for a whole build, just tips for the one I had. so sorry for not being clearer about that.
Also as King_V mentioned, not all parts are available for me on fair prices.

Another thing that is important to know, what is the resolution and refresh rate of OP's monitor, and whether it has FreeSync, GSync, or neither.

After all, there's no point in getting an RTX 2080 if they're running 1920x1080@60Hz.

I live in Israel and currently use my old LG Flatron E2341 monitor, i guess it's running 1920x1080@60Hz. Not too bothered about it atm.

I'd go with another gpu, as you chose an itx version of the 1070, while perfectly compatible with your system may run hotter and noisier and given that you are using a spacious mid tower, there's no reason to compromise, if you've got budget restraint, id' recommend getting rid of the hyper 212 to get a 1070 with a bigger cooler as any gain in quietness will be nullified by that gpu.

As for the SSD, i'd tell you to get a 250gb 860 evo, W.D. blue or a mx500, but the uv500 isn't a remarkable performer and I wouldn't recommend it as a main boot drive. Further more, with 250 gb you'll be able to install a few games on the ssd as well.

Oh no, absolutely use an SSD as a main boot drive. You do not want to use a mechanical hard drive as a primary boot device anymore. Especially now that SSDs are so cheap you should always get one if your budget allows for it. I do agree getting a Samsung is much better than the chosen SSD though.

Although I think I might switch the PSU to something else like a Seasonic Focus or Corsair RMx.

Thank you for your advices, I changed the parts you mentioned, so now the setup looks like this:

https://imgur.com/snKOipU

So should this do?

There are a couple of things I would switch:

1. The motherboard - get the Asus Strix ROG B450 - much better than the MSI board and worth the extra money.
2. The CPU cooler - honestly the included AMD cooler is much better than a Hyper 212 Evo. If you want something more then get a Cryorig H7 or Noctua U14 if they are available where you live.

Otherwise that rig looks pretty solid. I say go for it.

 

[g-unit1111]

You know that those are ssd, to be fair, W.D. did make a 250 gb hdd 12 years ago or so, but 860 evo and MX500 do not exist in hdd form.

To the Op Nvidia recommend a minimum of 500w psu for a system with a 1070, while getting a bit more power in reserve for future upgrades is a good idea, you could save some money by getting a 650w instead.

1. I'm not sure that I understand the statement here.

2. Yes but most current 10xx and 20xx GPUs draw about 120W. What I am saying is get a quality PSU, don't go cheap.