DIY PC Rig Recommendations For 2025

[danexsis]

if u already have a gpu why look at igpu?

as called out below by @RockaRolla the igpu would be useful for troubleshooting, I think I've made up my mind, thanks folks!

 

[Phen8210]

as called out below by @RockaRolla the igpu would be useful for troubleshooting, I think I've made up my mind, thanks folks!

In the long run, it is better to keep a cheap GPU like GTX 560 so that if you change CPUs next time, you don't need to keep paying extra for those with GPUs.

 

[NightRaven49]

op1: better vrms? slightly slower cpu vs op2: good vrm, faster cpu+igpu

option 1: MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI | 7500f $492
option 2: ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI | 7600 $486

i would get option 2, ur paying less for a cpu with igpu. vrms dont matter at this power level, and both will comfortably power 16c am5 anyway (the tuf m-e being slightly better actually as iceblendedchoc linked). while msi's am4 range was pretty decent, them skipping on any pcie5 support on basically all their b650 boards is a mistake imo. all the other brands have at least gen5 nvme on some of their midrange boards like the tuf m-e, again for a cheaper price.

if u already have a gpu why look at igpu?

comparable price, and easier to debug if gpu fails.

 

[deepblue_82]

i would get option 2, ur paying less for a cpu with igpu. vrms dont matter at this power level, and both will comfortably power 16c am5 anyway (the tuf m-e being slightly better actually as iceblendedchoc linked). while msi's am4 range was pretty decent, them skipping on any pcie5 support on basically all their b650 boards is a mistake imo. all the other brands have at least gen5 nvme on some of their midrange boards like the tuf m-e, again for a cheaper price.

comparable price, and easier to debug if gpu fails.

ok... coz last time i was using intel 3 gen with igpu in the end the mb fail cant even turn on igpu...

 

[JetStorm]

Hi all, noob here. Im looking for recommendations on a new pc or laptop for work from home purposes and an occasional gaming. Planning to subscribe to GEforce Now for that so I think I will need a good CPU to handle AAA games and can ignore graphic card requirements? My only concern is the pc or laptop heating up while playing.

Will not consider to DIY as I dont have the time to research and source for parts for it. Any suggestions?

 

[NightRaven49]

Planning to subscribe to GEforce Now for that so I think I will need a good CPU to handle AAA games and can ignore graphic card requirements?

any reasonably modern cpu is enough, since geforce now does all the processing required for gaming and all ur cpu has to do is stream the control input and video output. if dont want to diy, invaderpc has a basic 5600g pc for under $600 (u can diy a similar setup for closer to $500, see first post). or if u dont care about upgrading it in the future, u can get a mini pc which can be had for even less.

Will not consider to DIY as I dont have the time to research and source for parts for it.

then u come to the diy thread for what

 

[JetStorm]

any reasonably modern cpu is enough, since geforce now does all the processing required for gaming and all ur cpu has to do is stream the control input and video output. if dont want to diy, invaderpc has a basic 5600g pc for under $600 (u can diy a similar setup for closer to $500, see first post). or if u dont care about upgrading it in the future, u can get a mini pc which can be had for even less.

then u come to the diy thread for what

Im open to diy companies like aftershock, mansa etc but i dont want to diy by myself

 

[Animagamer]

Hey al,l my PC died last year and want to use some of the parts like SSD for the new pc build
Primary for gaming and web development, maybe trying AI

Want to go back to ITX but the tax is high and my NCASE case cannot fit the newer graphic card. So plan to MFF.
Plan to go SLS to have it build, dont feel like building it myself . All the prices i took from Dynacore

it been a long time never touch PC hardware so I will make mistakes Thanks!

	Price
CPU + Motherboard	MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI + Ryzen 7 7800x3D	827
CPU Cooler	Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120	64
Memory	TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB DDR5 6000MH 32 GB	155
GPU	MSI RTX4070Ti SUPER Ventus 2X 16Gb OC Twin Fan GDDR6X	1200?
Storage	Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive	225
Case	LIAN LI DAN M-ATX A3 MESH CASING Black	110
Power Supply	Corsair SF850L-850W ATX3.0 Gold SFX Modul	211
	Arctic P12 120mm PWM Fan x2	30
	2 SSD from old PC	0
	Total	2667

 

[iceblendedchoc]

Hey al,l my PC died last year and want to use some of the parts like SSD for the new pc build
Primary for gaming and web development, maybe trying AI

Want to go back to ITX but the tax is high and my NCASE case cannot fit the newer graphic card. So plan to MFF.
Plan to go SLS to have it build, dont feel like building it myself . All the prices i took from Dynacore

it been a long time never touch PC hardware so I will make mistakes Thanks!

	Price
CPU + Motherboard	MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI + Ryzen 7 7800x3D	827
CPU Cooler	Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120	64
Memory	TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB DDR5 6000MH 32 GB	155
GPU	MSI RTX4070Ti SUPER Ventus 2X 16Gb OC Twin Fan GDDR6X	1200?
Storage	Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive	225
Case	LIAN LI DAN M-ATX A3 MESH CASING Black	110
Power Supply	Corsair SF850L-850W ATX3.0 Gold SFX Modul	211
	Arctic P12 120mm PWM Fan x2	30
	2 SSD from old PC	0
	Total	2667

you can opt for Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE for CPU cooler.

 

[NightRaven49]

CPU + Motherboard

MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI + Ryzen 7 7800x3D

827

this $827 price appears to be the combo with the msi b650i edge, correct price is 765. even though the actual price is lower, i would recommend u get the asus tuf b650m-e instead, as it is much cheaper @ 657, supports pcie gen5 nvme with everything else being pretty similar.

Memory

TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB DDR5 6000MH 32 GB

155

do check with them what the secondary timings of this kit are, ie the cl numbers, ideally should be cl30. ponying up an extra $20 for the set with confirmed cl30 timing isnt a bad choice.

Power Supply

Corsair SF850L-850W ATX3.0 Gold SFX Modul

211

the a3-matx supports regular atx psus, which can be had for a much cheaper price. dynacore offers the cm v650 v2 gold for just 120 (though in white).

 

[Animagamer]

you can opt for Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE for CPU cooler.

Thanks for the insight, did a google search and people are using this for 7800 x3D.

this $827 price appears to be the combo with the msi b650i edge, correct price is 765. even though the actual price is lower, i would recommend u get the asus tuf b650m-e instead, as it is much cheaper @ 657, supports pcie gen5 nvme with everything else being pretty similar.

do check with them what the secondary timings of this kit are, ie the cl numbers, ideally should be cl30. ponying up an extra $20 for the set with confirmed cl30 timing isnt a bad choice.

the a3-matx supports regular atx psus, which can be had for a much cheaper price. dynacore offers the cm v650 v2 gold for just 120 (though in white).

Thanks for spotting my mistake, I am getting blind haha.
I see there is a ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI is there any difference.
I do understand about the PSU but due to 4070ti super require 750w so 650w would be sufficient?

Is there a alternative Asus version for 4070TI that can you recommend? I try o have not go everywhere when need to RMA

 

[ilikehandphones]

planning to build a pc..been checking out various combination by builders. so copy some of their build and is there anything that i can improve on ? havent check out various shop prices was planning on finalizing the build first. pc mainly for gaming and the usual netflix utube.


processor - AMD RYZEN 7 7800X3D
Cooler - Thermalright Peerless Assassin ARGB Fan Cooler - Black
Motherboard - ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI
RAM - 32GB DDR5 6400 MHZ LEXAR ARES RGB - CL32 2*16GB - White/Black
Storage - LEXAR NM790 1TB NVME Gen4 (7400R/6500W)
Casing - Tecware NEO M2 TG - Black
Graphics Card - ZOTAC GAMING RTX 4070 Ti SUPER TRINITY BLACK 16GB
Power Supply - Thermalright TG 850W 80+ Gold Certified (ATX3.0+Gen5)

 

[NightRaven49]

I see there is a ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-PLUS WIFI is there any difference.

the -e is a slightly cut down version of the plus, but unless u need the second nvme heatsink, they are by and large the same thing.

I do understand about the PSU but due to 4070ti super require 750w so 650w would be sufficient?

manufacturer recommendations usually include a lot of headroom. have personally ran cards that are 600w recommended on a 450w psu without issue. outside of oc, the 4070tiS consumes around 300w under load, with spikes of up to 340w, only about half of a 650w psu. the rest of the system shouldnt exceed 150w, as the 78x3d sips power.

Is there a alternative Asus version for 4070TI that can you recommend?

the ti is a step down from the tiS. i wouldnt get asus either, since their cards are generally a lot more expensive ($100-200 upcharge) for no good reason.

Storage - LEXAR NM790 1TB NVME Gen4 (7400R/6500W)

a proper quality drive like the 980pro or sn850x isnt that big of a top up away, especially when ur already spending so much.

Casing - Tecware NEO M2 TG - Black

truly minmax

Power Supply - Thermalright TG 850W 80+ Gold Certified (ATX3.0+Gen5)

havent seen too many reviews of thermalright psus, better to stick to more reputable units.

 

[ilikehandphones]

a proper quality drive like the 980pro or sn850x isnt that big of a top up away, especially when ur already spending so much.

truly minmax

havent seen too many reviews of thermalright psus, better to stick to more reputable units.

noted on the ssd recommendation.

casing gonna opt for H7 Flow / fractal north.

corsair rme RM850e 850w psu.

are this good choices?

 

[pr0dygi]

Complete newbie attempting to build a PC via InvaderPC. Would appreciate advice on whether I should change any parts for better value.

Processor - Ryzen5 7500F
Cooler - Stock
Motherboard - ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI
RAM - 32GB TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB DDR5 6000MHz CL30
Storage - Samsung 980 Pro 7000MB/s Gen4 Nvme M.2
Casing - Montech AIR 100 LITE
Graphics Card - Asus Amd Radeon Dual RX 7800XT O16G Twin Fan GDDR6 OR
Powercolor Hellhound Amd Radeon RX 7800XT 16GB OC Triple Fan GDDR6
Power Supply - CM MWE Gold V2 750W ATX3.0 80+ Gold Modular

Not sure if my build can fit into the case I've chosen. If not, are there any other case with open-able side door that is under $100?
Also, the 2 graphics card difference is around $100. Is it worth to take the Twin Fan since my air flow and thermal should be pretty good?

 

[shadow84]

Complete newbie attempting to build a PC via InvaderPC. Would appreciate advice on whether I should change any parts for better value.

Processor - Ryzen5 7500F
Cooler - Stock
Motherboard - ASUS TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI
RAM - 32GB TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB DDR5 6000MHz CL30
Storage - Samsung 980 Pro 7000MB/s Gen4 Nvme M.2
Casing - Montech AIR 100 LITE
Graphics Card - Asus Amd Radeon Dual RX 7800XT O16G Twin Fan GDDR6 OR
Powercolor Hellhound Amd Radeon RX 7800XT 16GB OC Triple Fan GDDR6
Power Supply - CM MWE Gold V2 750W ATX3.0 80+ Gold Modular

Not sure if my build can fit into the case I've chosen. If not, are there any other case with open-able side door that is under $100?
Also, the 2 graphics card difference is around $100. Is it worth to take the Twin Fan since my air flow and thermal should be pretty good?

Montech AIR 100 LITE - gpu clearance is 330mm, Powercolour is 322mm or 332mm w/ bracket which i presume is the anti-sag bracket. If so, use a different type of anti-sag bracket available in the market or find something to put in between to support your GPU.

I rather go with powercolour hellhound than Asus dual.

 

[NightRaven49]

casing gonna opt for H7 Flow / fractal north.

corsair rme RM850e 850w psu.

nothing wrong with the original case, just that it was the only cheapo part on there, but it will fit all the parts fine. psu is good too, though i would maybe go for cheaper 750w like the rm750e or adata core reactor ii ve 750w.

Also, the 2 graphics card difference is around $100. Is it worth to take the Twin Fan since my air flow and thermal should be pretty good?

when buying amd cards, i would always choose amd exclusive board partners (sapphire, powercolor, xfx) over others, since their coolers actually work. asus cards are usually poorly priced anyway, sounds like ur paying more for the asus card and lose a fan? yea no.

 

[pr0dygi]

when buying amd cards, i would always choose amd exclusive board partners (sapphire, powercolor, xfx) over others, since their coolers actually work. asus cards are usually poorly priced anyway, sounds like ur paying more for the asus card and lose a fan? yea no.

Thanks for the wisdom. The 2fan asus is $100~ cheaper than the 3fan powercolor though.

Went with this final list:
AMD RYZEN 5 7500F 3.7GHz 6CORE/12THREAD
MSI MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI AM5
THERMALRIGHT PA 120 SE BLACK ARGB DUAL HEATSINK
TEAM T-FORCE DELTA RGB BLACK DDR5 6000MHz 32GB(16GBx2) CL30
POWERCOLOR HELLHOUND AMD RADEON RX 7800XT
WD BLACK SN850X 1TB GEN4 7300MB/s NVMe M.2 (better ssd)

COOLER MASTER MWE V2 750W GOLD
COOLER MASTER ELITE 301 ARGB BLACK TYPE C (only have this case)

4 X 120MM ARGB FANS
HIGH-SPEED AX WIRELESS AND BT | WIFI 6 + BT 5.2
WINDOWS 11 HOME UN-ACTIVATED

Was quoted $1765. Everything looks good?

 

[shingo86]

Hi guys, is the Lian Li A4-H2O the smallest case available that can fit AIO coolers? From my own research on youtube and reddit, not all 240mm AIO coolers fit the case. Many pple seem to be using the EK-Nucleus AIO CR240 but that model like cannot find in sls. Can give some recommendations on AIO coolers that fit the case?

 

[Aloeus]

Hi experts,

Looking for a new pc. Age is getting on with me and am not willing to fumble with DIY or troubleshooting.

Been catching up and reading few threads here on HWC.

Please advice if this is a good value option to take from invader M16.

Usage: Mid range gaming (mobile games like GI), mostly on windowed clients on my 4K OLEDTV using as a monitor

Price point: $1.5k

Radeon RX™ 7800XT | Ryzen 7 7700

  AMD RYZEN 7 7700 3.8GHz 8CORE/16THREAD
  MSI B650M GAMING PLUS WIFI
  THERMALRIGHT ASSASSIN X 120 R SE ARGB
  KINGSTON FURY BEAST RGB 6000MHz 16GB(8GBx2) CL36
  SAPPHIRE AMD RADEON PULSE RX 7800XT
  CRUCIAL P3 PLUS 1TB GEN4 NVMe M.2
  SILVERSTONE ET750-G 750W 80+ GOLD
  COOLER MASTER ELITE 301 ARGB BLACK TYPE C
  4 X 120MM ARGB FANS
  HIGH-SPEED AX WIRELESS AND BT | WIFI 6 + BT 5.2
  WINDOWS 11 HOME UN-ACTIVATED