Rate my first new build that i did myself for the first time ever
Posted by Fierceknight14@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 7 comments
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9700X (8c/16t, Granite Ridge)
GPU: MSI RTX 5070 Shadow OC 12GB (GDDR7)
Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2
RAM: 32GB DDR5‑6000 Corsair Vengeance RGB
Storage: Crucial T500 2TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe
Cooling: NZXT Kraken Plus 280mm AIO
PSU: NZXT C850 80+ Gold (ATX 3.1)
Case: NZXT H5 Flow (2024)
Monitor: ASUS TUF VG27AQ5A – 1440p / 210Hz
My objective with this was too go with a 1440p build, and also future proof it so that i can upgrade in the future as well. I play Mil-sims, ARC Raiders, many other genres of games also. I realize i could've gone with better pc components, but i just went with what i liked. The kraken will be front mounted, and im keeping one exhuast fan on the top of the h5 flow case. This build is a "shadow build" - no RGB except the ram. I want to toggle those off. Any tips on turning the RAM stick RGB off?
Puzzleheaded-West159@reddit
Nice 10/10 build!
Try the Corsair Software for the RAM
Fierceknight14@reddit (OP)
Was going to do that at first, but didnt want to install more bloat software. I'd imagine you can install, turn them off, and then uninstall the software afterwards?
Puzzleheaded-West159@reddit
It's not that big of a software. Your PC will handle it fine, and it is one of the best softwares for PC Building
Scanoe@reddit
Looks like the Updated version of my very 1st 1440p Build, was back in June of 2023.
7700X, Msi B650-P Wifi, 32gb 6000 cl36 Gskill Flare, was a Micro Center Bundle.
I added in an Asus Dual 4070, Phantom Spirit 120 cooler, Super Flower legion 650 watt, Fractal Define r5 Case. Dell S3220DGF 32" 1440p 165Hz.
I eventually got sick of the heat/noise from the 7700X so replaced it with the 9700X in August 24'. Ran the 9700X for a few months then replaced it with my present day 9800x3d in January 25'.
A few times I ran into out of vram troubles with my 4070, mainly Indy Jones Great Circle. Eventually replaced the 4070 with my present day 9070xt in March 25'.
That 9700X is a great cpu, everything the 7700X should have been. That 9700X doesn't need water cooling, my Phantom Spirit 120 easily kept it below 90c even during an OCCT Stress Test whilst in 105-watt mode.
Fierceknight14@reddit (OP)
Very nice. I know i didnt need a water cooler, but it is very reassuring i do have a decent way to keep it cool in any scenario, that is why i got it. (It also looks cool)
ExistingHospital7518@reddit
very nice build for 1440p good work!
Fierceknight14@reddit (OP)
Thank you! It turned out great. I just have to move the AIO this weekend to the front as i did it on top. Also have to redo cable management in the back of the case as well.