Ryzen 9 9900X + RX 7800 XT build

Posted by jobec@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 2 comments

I'm building a new gaming PC that ideally I want to last me for the next 3-4 years. My budget is around £1500, but I could go slightly higher for a good upgrade that will last me longer.

This is the spec I am currently considering: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/8zv9RV No storage as I already have a pair of 2TB SSDs I'll be moving over.

I'm also planning to upgrade my current monitor (1440p) to a: https://www.dell.com/en-uk/shop/dell-ultrasharp-34-curved-thunderbolt-hub-monitor-u3425we/apd/210-bmdw/monitors-monitor-accessories

Is there anything in this list you would upgrade? Or otherwise change?

Thanks for any tips!

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Mundane_Wishbone7209@reddit

I’m building that exact spec next week. I’ll let you know how I like it

9700X is basically just as good for gaming and cheaper. Get that instead, or upgrade to a 7800X3D for significantly better gaming performance. 1440p ultrawide is closer to 4k, so even the 9700X would lkely be fine.

Compare CPU gaming performance: https://www.techpowerup.com/review/amd-ryzen-7-9800x3d/19.html

Get lower latency ddr5 6000 cl30 ram instead.

I would strongly suggest a more powerful GPU, especialy for ultrawide 1440p. The 7800 XT is just enough for normal 1440p, so ultrawide may be a bit much for it if you want over 100 fps average, but depends on the game and quality settings.

https://www.techpowerup.com/review/amd-radeon-rx-7800-xt/31.html