DIY PC Rig Recommendations For 2025

[koroshiya8]

Thinking of building another Gaming PC due to games like SF6 and Diablo.
Does the Rig below makes sense and also whether they are available ? Initially was looking at Nvidia but seems like AMD GPU @ 24GB is more attractive.

ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X670E HERO w/ Ryzen 7 7800X3S @ $1,688
Asus Radeon RX 7900 XTX @ $1,731
G.SKILL RIPJAWS S5 DDR5 6400MHz CL32 BLACK 32GB @ $181
HYTE Y60 @ $275
Samsung 980 Pro HEATSINK 7000MB/s Gen4 Nvme 2TB @ $264
Seasonic Vertex GX850 ATX3.0 Pcie5 80+ @ $295



IS the above ok ?

 

[ZergRush]

Looking to buy new PC to get on 1440p,mainly diablo 4 now. Budget 2.2-2.3k

Monitor I have now is 27gp850.

Any advice?

 

[NightRaven49]

Specifications:
- IS76004070TI-WF44
- AMD RYZEN 5 7600 3.8GHz 6CORE/12THREAD
- ASUS TUF GAMING B650-PLUS WIFI AX ARGB
- THERMALRIGHT PEERLESS ASSASSIN 120 DUAL HEATSINK
- KINGSTON FURY BLACK DDR5 5600MHz 32GB(16GBx2) CL40
- ASUS TUF GAMING RTX4070Ti O12G GAMING OC
- CRUCIAL P3 PLUS 1TB PCIe GEN4 NVMe M.2
- SILVERSTONE DA850-850W 80+ GOLD
- FRACTAL DESIGN NORTH
- ADD ON: PWM 120MMX 1 FAN

Really this is the best one? Isn't the less cores and the Ryzen 5 weaker than thr i7? I'm biased towards having a better CPU as my past experience with flight sim was that it was really CPU intensive. Kinda out of touch with how things are nowadays though.

there really isnt much separating the latest gen cpus from one another in fs (other than vcache enabled parts).

this is if u plan on playing it at 1080p with a 4090 (with ddr5 for intel), though chances are u would be playing at a more gpu limited resolution like 1440p or 4k, where the differences usually become next to negligible. if really concerned about cores, invader has another supreme mk5 config with the 7700 for about the same price.

it might be better to just take the high end gaming pc recommendation and swap out the 4070 for a 4070ti and call it a day though, the quality of nvme and psu on all of these configs are borderline unacceptable at the prices u are paying imo. can also consider 7800x3d as kimsix mentioned, or even 5800x3d with cheap ddr4 since it handily beats the 13900k.

ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X670E HERO w/ Ryzen 7 7800X3S @ $1,688

better to avoid rog boards for this gen, now not sure if the exploding cpu fiasco has been resolved. for most people, b650 or even a620 is enough with identical performance.

Asus Radeon RX 7900 XTX @ $1,731

dynacore and bizgram have other brand aib models for cheaper, closer to 1.6k. the standout is the top of the line sapphire nitro+ vapor-x for 1599 at dynacore.

G.SKILL RIPJAWS S5 DDR5 6400MHz CL32 BLACK 32GB @ $181

good price, where did u see this? do note zen 4 imc is not very mature so likely not be able to hit 6400mhz but can come close at around 6000-6200mhz. also not sure if xmp3 works well with amd, u may want to look at expo kits.

Samsung 980 Pro HEATSINK 7000MB/s Gen4 Nvme 2TB @ $264

i would opt for the wd sn850x for $235 from dynacore. not like u need the heatsink anyway, most half decent boards already have a m2 heatshield.

Seasonic Vertex GX850 ATX3.0 Pcie5 80+ @ $295

no point spending the premium for atx3.0 when 7900xtx still uses conventional 8pin pcie power. can get the asus rog strix 850w for $100 cheaper from dynacore.

Looking to buy new PC to get on 1440p,mainly diablo 4 now. Budget 2.2-2.3k

Monitor I have now is 27gp850.

Any advice?

can pluck the high end gaming pc recommendation from op that fits nicely in ur budget with about $100-200 left over.

 

[darkvalkyries]

Hi, I’m planning to get a new PC for Diablo IV and some other casual gamings (Warhammer total war 3, etc) to replace my current 1070TI build. Below are the configurations in mind:

I7-13700KF
Asus Prim Z790-p Wifi D4
Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 A-RGB
G.Skill Ripjaws S5 DDR5 6400 32GB CL32
Sapphire Nitro+ 7900XTX Gaming OC Vapor -x 24GB
Silverstone DA850 850W 80+ Gold Full Modular
Samsung 980 2TB
Lianli LANCOOL 216 RGB

Budget is about 3.5k. I’m still undecided whether to get 7900XTX or 4080 for GPU, 7800x3d or I7-13700KF for CPU. I’ve lost tracked of PC market for the past 4-5 years, apparently Nvidia cards have better support for games based on my research online. Please also help to recommend a curved 4K monitor as well, which is not included in the 3.5k budget. Thanks all for the advice in advanced.

 

[ZergRush]

can pluck the high end gaming pc recommendation from op that fits nicely in ur budget with about $100-200 left over.

Thanks I bought a Intel system 13600k with 4070ti $2400.

 

[koroshiya8]

Thanks I bought a Intel system 13600k with 4070ti $2400.

hi, can share your specs or where you got from ?

 

[ZergRush]

hi, can share your specs or where you got from ?

13700kf
MSI b760m mortar
Asus tuf lc240 aio
Corsair vengeance 32gb 3600mhz
Asus tuf 4070ti oc (non-oc out of stock)
Sn770 1tb
Silverstone da850 PSU
Montect sky 2 case

 

[batuchka]

Since Diablo 4 is setting the world of gaming abuzz i was asked by peeps to spec out the following

#1 Mainly Diablo 4 for gaming, user doesn't game other titles and/or open to compromise in settings/res in future
#2 Other than D4, user wants as big a display for budget mostly for movies/drama, surf net and work-related stuff (she brings work home on weekends/PH sometimes)
#3 Very tight budget under $1.5K including Monitor! the only saving grace is she got huge external mechanical drive like 6TB+ so only need a SSD for game/s and frequently used software, i guess?

Hence using this website the following was configured all in ard $1.4k including a 27"/1080p/75 Hz display ^^
https://www.mynextcomonline.com/1st RX6600 Diablo 4 performance 1080p/ultra

Config assembled online

Numerous compiled reviews on the MSI monitor on Newegg (not enuff info locally)
https://www.newegg.com/msi-27-full-hd/p/N82E16824475274

 

[ZergRush]

13700kf
MSI b760m mortar
Asus tuf lc240 aio
Corsair vengeance 32gb 3600mhz
Asus tuf 4070ti oc (non-oc out of stock)
Sn770 1tb
Silverstone da850 PSU
Montect sky 2 case

Got it from Dynacore. Also bought a LG 27gp850

 

[NightRaven49]

Asus Prim Z790-p Wifi D4
G.Skill Ripjaws S5 DDR5 6400 32GB CL32

do note this is a ddr4 motherboard and ddr5 ram, which are not compatible.

Silverstone DA850 850W 80+ Gold Full Modular

do not skimp on psu especially at this performance tier. there are good value picks like the asus rog strix 850w for 187 from dynacore.

Samsung 980 2TB

non pro?

I’m still undecided whether to get 7900XTX or 4080 for GPU, 7800x3d or I7-13700KF for CPU.

if u dont care for nv features like dlss or rt, 7900xtx offers slightly more raster performance and a lot more vram than 4080 for about $200 less. cpu wise, if just gaming, the 7800x3d would be the better choice.

apparently Nvidia cards have better support for games based on my research online.

not true.

Since Diablo 4 is setting the world of gaming abuzz i was asked by peeps to spec out the following

#1 Mainly Diablo 4 for gaming, user doesn't game other titles and/or open to compromise in settings/res in future
#2 Other than D4, user wants as big a display for budget mostly for movies/drama, surf net and work-related stuff (she brings work home on weekends/PH sometimes)
#3 Very tight budget under $1.5K including Monitor! the only saving grace is she got huge external mechanical drive like 6TB+ so only need a SSD for game/s and frequently used software, i guess?

Hence using this website the following was configured all in ard $1.4k including a 27"/1080p/75 Hz display ^^
https://www.mynextcomonline.com/1st RX6600 Diablo 4 performance 1080p/ultra

Config assembled online

i would have suggested a modified value gaming pc recommendation:

ryzen 5 5600 + asrock b550m/ac	316	tradepac
kingston fury beast 2x 8gb 3600mhz cl17 ddr4	69	dynacore
wd blue sn570 1tb	75	dynacore
asus rx 6600 dual OR intel arc a750	364 345	dynacore
super flower legion gx pro 650w	104	techdeals
tecware nexus air m2	41	techdeals

total: $969 (rx6600)/$950 (a750), leaving u with up to $550 which is enough for a large 1440p or even 4k monitor. the reason i suggested the a750 is because based on that graph, it does slightly better than the rx6600 while costing cheaper, though im not sure that saving is worth the potential driver immaturity.

if u want the get all from this mynextcomonline store, u can consider the below config:

its worth it to source the parts from the different sls stores for that $150 saving while getting better quality parts imo.

Please also help to recommend a curved 4K monitor as well, which is not included in the 3.5k budget.

Numerous compiled reviews on the MSI monitor on Newegg (not enuff info locally)
https://www.newegg.com/msi-27-full-hd/p/N82E16824475274

https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/threads/summary-gaming-monitor-recommendations.6342454/

 

[cutthroat]

In regards to Sapphire's 7900 XTX, Nitro is cheaper than Pulse now. If end user doesn't really do overclocking would Nitro still make more sense vs Pulse? I'm a PC noob but think i read Nitro draws more power than Pulse. Not sure if it does that at stock speeds or when overclocking. Short term benefit save 30-40 bucks, Long term will spend more on electricity bill?

 

[BiggieZee]

Now that I've extra budget, i can go for the high perfrm product build but with 136k cpu, PA 120 SE n asus rog strix 850w. The issue is dono whether go for 4080/7900xtx.

1. If 4080 pair with said psu, it says need power connector adapter to connect n to avoid using same split cable but there's no issue with the 7900xtx. Means dat 4080 need 3 single pcie cables to connect to gpu slot n not those daisy-chained cables?

2. 7900xtx consume 30-90w more den 4080 from utube game comparison I've watched. I'll game on my pc for half a day once or twice, daytime only, on my 2 off days dats it.

Lastly my wife, who is a CC teacher, use video editing software for her school work. So which one shud i go for? For gaming, im not into RT. I use reshade mod for all the games I've played but not those that'll drop fps a lot. Edited budget $3100-$3300.

 

[NightRaven49]

In regards to Sapphire's 7900 XTX, Nitro is cheaper than Pulse now.

wait where

If end user doesn't really do overclocking would Nitro still make more sense vs Pulse? I'm a PC noob but think i read Nitro draws more power than Pulse. Not sure if it does that at stock speeds or when overclocking. Short term benefit save 30-40 bucks, Long term will spend more on electricity bill?

if not mistaken nitro should pull more power than pulse as it is clocked higher out of the box. so yes will have a higher power bill but it will come out to maybe only a few dollars per year.

1. If 4080 pair with said psu, it says need power connector adapter to connect n to avoid using same split cable but there's no issue with the 7900xtx. Means dat 4080 cnt pair with said psu?

4080 will need the 8pin to 12vhpwr adaptor if not using psu with native atx3.0 support, but since the standard is still new there will be an adaptor in the box. dont have to worry about it with the 7900xtx, though it is still recommended to plug in the 8pins with separate cables rather than using daisy chained connectors.

2. 7900xtx consume 30-90w more den 4080 from utube game comparison I've watched. I'll game on my pc for half a day once or twice, daytime only, on my 2 off days dats it.

again, thatll be a few dollars on energy bill per year at most. i dont think it should sway u in either direction too much.

Lastly my wife, who is a CC teacher, use video editing software for her school work. So which one shud i go for?

either will do fine, u will get very close to the best performance u can get today.

personally id just choose the 7900xtx, its almost $300 cheaper for slightly more performance and way more vram. i also refuse to support the pricing of the 4080.

 

[Purplestars]

Is the 7800x3d or the i7-13700kf cheaper?

can recommend a build based on the former?

 

[cutthroat]

wait where

if not mistaken nitro should pull more power than pulse as it is clocked higher out of the box. so yes will have a higher power bill but it will come out to maybe only a few dollars per year.

4080 will need the 8pin to 12vhpwr adaptor if not using psu with native atx3.0 support, but since the standard is still new there will be an adaptor in the box. dont have to worry about it with the 7900xtx, though it is still recommended to plug in the 8pins with separate cables rather than using daisy chained connectors.

again, thatll be a few dollars on energy bill per year at most. i dont think it should sway u in either direction too much.

either will do fine, u will get very close to the best performance u can get today.

personally id just choose the 7900xtx, its almost $300 cheaper for slightly more performance and way more vram. i also refuse to support the pricing of the 4080.

Dynacores price list shows pulse at 1629 while nitro is at 1599 which I found a bit weird.

 

[BiggieZee]

id just choose the 7900xtx, its almost $300 cheaper for slightly more performance and way more vram. i also refuse to support the pricing of the 4080.

Ya i support u NR. In terms of price per performance, amd always wins. It's just dat I've doubt bout their video editing performance. Now that I've the info, i go for the xtx. Thank you

 

[deepblue_82]

i wander if anyone seen the new vid that GN put out with pc world....
one should really watch it when buying for a new card now.

 

[deepblue_82]

https://www.ultrabookreview.com/55446-upgraded-ryzen-7-5800x3d/
just a read for your guys...
but i felt that its the 5600x that is the bottle neck in the first place rather then how well the 5800x3d is showing.

 

[NightRaven49]

Is the 7800x3d or the i7-13700kf cheaper?

13700kf is cheaper; with a z790 ddr5 mobo, can find around 900-1k. 7800x3d with x670 starts at 11xx. i would say the 13700 non k is a better pick, as it gives u virtually the same performance without paying the k tax, and pairing it with a b760 mobo makes sense and is cheaper still.

can recommend a build based on the former?

depends on ur budget and use case. but u can take the high end gaming rig as a base, swap out the 7600 for the 7800x3d and go from there.

Dynacores price list shows pulse at 1629 while nitro is at 1599 which I found a bit weird.

fair, but bizgram lists the pulse for 1495 now, which is quite a good price. have already updated the recommendations to use that price.

 

[Purplestars]

Silverstone DA850 850W 80+ Gold Full Modular

Is this really bad? Invader uses this though