[SOLVED] Please Critique on my AMD and Intel Builds Please

[trickynick]

So, a lot has changed since I last asked this 2 months ago but I won't go into details.

My Monitors (both 1080p):
Primary: Asus TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5"
Secondary: Asus VG248QE 24"

I am looking to get a new PC - my current one is at least 7 years old but some parts are newer. When I got my new primary monitor it started to use more resources then my PC can handle when I play some games resulting in my putting games to their lowest graphical settings so it's time to upgrade. I woud like the new system to last awhile as well as my current one has.

I put together an AMD and Intel build using Newegg's PC Builder as I know jack about PC components. If you could please let me know about y build and/or make suggestions on builds please do.

AMD: https://newegg.io/0c0c56b
Intel: https://newegg.io/bf93e79

Approximate Purchase Date: Soon-ish (tm)
Budget Range: around 1500 USD
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming (not FPS mostly Simulation games) watching Twitch.
Are you buying a monitor: No, already have.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: No preference.
Location: Orlando, FL
Parts Preferences: No preference
Overclocking: No/Maybe?
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution:1080p
Additional Comments: I don't need anything fancy like LED lights and stuff.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: Having issues running Factorio since I got my new monitor hooked up,

 

[Why_Me]

A few things. That Fractal Define is silent due to the fact it has horrible airflow as in it's a hotbox. I would look for a case with better airflow for sure. Another thing to keep in mind is the RTX 4070 and 4060 are due for release this April followed by the RTX 4060 Ti. Expect the 4060 to be comparable to the RTX 3070 performance wise.

Here's a few changes to your build to look at.

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/7ZpzK8/microsoft-windows-11-home-retail-download-64-bit-kw9-00664
Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64-bit $139.00

https://www.newegg.com/p/2AM-000Z-000A7
LIAN LI LANCOOL 216 ATX Mid Tower Computer Case $99.99

https://lian-li.com/product/lancool-216/

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/lian-li-lancool-216-review

or ...

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/QnD7YJ/fractal-design-pop-air-atx-mid-tower-case-fd-c-poa1a-02
Fractal Design Pop Air ATX Mid Tower Case $88.98

Pop Air

Fractal fuse flair with function in the new Pop series of cases that doesn’t skimp on aesthetics or flexibility. The entire series offers a solid foundation and excellent build quality, giving all users plenty of options and room to maneuver.

www.fractal-design.com

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/6J...-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-cp-9020248-na
Corsair RM750e 750W 80+ Gold Modular ATX Power Supply $98.99

Intel

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/2v...x-atx-lga1700-motherboard-b760-aorus-elite-ax
Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX $187.99

https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B760-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-10

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/VNkWGX/intel-core-i5-13400f-25-ghz-10-core-processor-bx8071513400f
Intel Core i5-13400F $209.95

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/u...3400f-processor-20m-cache-up-to-4-60-ghz.html

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr5-sdram/p/N82E16820374331
G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series DDR5 5600 32GB (2x16GB) CL36 $119.99

AMD

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/CFzhP6/msi-pro-b650-p-wifi-atx-am5-motherboard-pro-b650-p-wifi
MSI PRO B650-P WIFI $199.99

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/PRO-B650-P-WIFI

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/yXmmP6/amd-ryzen-5-7600-38-ghz-6-core-processor-100-100001015box
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 $229.00

https://www.amd.com/en/products/apu/amd-ryzen-5-7600

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb/p/N82E16820374417
G.SKILL Flare X5 Series AMD EXPO DDR5 5600 32GB (2x16GB) CL36 $119.99

 

[trickynick]

I updated both of my list to your recommendations.

2 things that came up:
I couldn't fnd the LIAN LI case in the PC Builder on Newegg even though that case is on Newegg so I added the Pop Air one you also recommended.
I couldn't find the AMD CPU without the X

As far as the OS goes: What's the real difference between the Home and Pro versions besides the $60? I've always had the pro version ever since Windows 7 as I had gotten a really good deal on it and upgraded free to Windows 10 Pro. The only thing I know is I want the retail version and not the OEM.

Of those two updated builds, which one is more future proof?

EDIT: Spelling

 

[Why_Me]

I updated both of my list to your recommendations.

2 things that came up:
I couldn't fnd the LIAN LI case in the PC Builder on Newegg even though that case is on Newegg so I added the Pop Air one you also recommended.
I couldn't find the AMD CPU without the X

As far as the OS goes: What's the real difference between the Home and Pro versins besides the $60? I've always had the pro version ever since Windows 7 as O jad gotten a really good deal on it and upgraded free to Windows 10 Pro. The only thing I know is I want the retail version and not the OEM.

Of those two updated builds, which one is more future proof?

Windows Pro adds some extra features that 99.9% of PC users will never know about. I wonder why the 7600 never came up. It runs a lot cooler than the 7600X. As far as future proof ... flip a coin.

 

[trickynick]

Oh, I also meant to ask: Why 32 GB of RAM instead of 64?
Is 64GB overkill for my needs?

If I decide to go with the AMD build, I will jsut buy the CPU without hte X.

But - Which one would you recommend that would give me best bang for buck and be able to be upgraded and be a good system for the next 6 years or so?

 

[Why_Me]

Oh, I also meant to ask: Why 32 GB of RAM instead of 64?
Is 64GB overkill for my needs?

If I decide to go with the AMD build, I will jsut buy the CPU without hte X.

But - Which one would you recommend that would give me best bang for buck and be able to be upgraded and be a good system for the next 6 years or so?

64GB is overkill unless you do a lot of video editing for example. That and you can always add another set of that RAM later on for 64GB but tbh 32GB should last you for years to come.

 

[Why_Me]

Speaking of RAM this recent news is interesting ... especially the 2x24GB set although lack of non RGB is going to be a killer for most, especially peeps who use air cooling. If Corsair is doing this expect other manufactures to do the same including selling non RGB modules.

https://www.techpowerup.com/305024/corsair-launches-new-48gb-96gb-and-192gb-memory-kits

 

[trickynick]

Hi
Could you recheck my build? I put it onto PC Part Picker so that I can get it as cheaply as possible. I did a couple of changes so wanting to make sure it'll all work together.

Please let me know of any changes/recommendations.

 

[Why_Me]

Hi
Could you recheck my build? I put it onto PC Part Picker so that I can get it as cheaply as possible. I did a couple of changes so wanting to make sure it'll all work together.

Please let me know of any changes/recommendations.

Change your RAM ... other than that it all works ^^

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb/p/N82E16820374417
G.SKILL Flare X5 series AMD EXPO DDR5 5600 32GB (2x16GB) CL36 $119.99

Here's a few cost cutters.

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/dXmmP6/amd-ryzen-7-7700-36-ghz-8-core-processor-100-100000592box
AMD Ryzen 7 7700 $324.99

https://www.amd.com/en/products/apu/amd-ryzen-7-7700

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/9T92FT/deepcool-ak620-6899-cfm-cpu-cooler-r-ak620-bknnmt-g
DeepCool AK620 Dual Tower CPU Cooler $64.98

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/deepcool-ak620-review

 

[trickynick]

I think I got everything added into Amazon - seems most items are chespest there and I do have Prime.

https://share-a-cart.com/get/4OQLM - this is my Amazon Cart -did I forget anything?

 

[Why_Me]

I think I got everything added into Amazon - seems most items are chespest there and I do have Prime.

https://share-a-cart.com/get/4OQLM - this is my Amazon Cart -did I forget anything?

Nice build ^^

 

[trickynick]

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it.

One last question: Is there a time when most hardware goes on sale? i.e. Is there a best time to buy all the items to get the best bang for my buck?

 

[Why_Me]

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it.

One last question: Is there a time when most hardware goes on sale? i.e. Is there a best time to buy all the items to get the best bang for my buck?

Black Friday but what they put on sale is usually stuff that doesn't move well. What I would keep my eye peeled on is the prices and benchmarks of the RTX 4060 and 4070 due for release this April and soon afterwards the 4060 Ti.

 

[trickynick]

Well, I just bit the bullet and bought a new computer. =)
I had to change my Video Card from the above due to being out of stock on Newegg and Amazon.

This is the card I got. Link goes to Amazon.
Full System. Link is on PC Part Picker

I also got this: Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut Thermal Paste, 1 gram

I cannot locate the case I got on PC Part Picker. Amazon Link