Work/Gaming Desktop Build

dauthalagith · January 9, 2020

Hey everyone,

Looking to build my 2nd computer that can dual boot linux (work) and windows (gaming). Thanks in advance for any feedback and keeping me from doing anything stupid. I'm also considering going from the Ryzen 7 to the Ryzen 9 3900x, but I'm not sure if it is worth it.

I'll get started down the thread recommendations checklist to keep things on point.

Budget & Location

Around $2,500 for budget and I live in the United States.

Aim

As hinted at, I want something that can handle work and play.

For work, I'd like to spin up virtual machines for various projects, and that's why I'm shooting for so much RAM. I write code, so besides spinning up VMs, I don't think there are any other restrictions on the build.

For gaming, I'd like to play modern games on high settings but with a minimum of sound. But, most importantly of all, I want to play Dwarf Fortress with decadent disregard towards CPU cycles.

Monitors

Currently, two 60hz displays, but I don't think I'd ever have more than 3 monitors and I want a 27'' one some time in the future.

Peripherals

I'll probably get Windows. No other peripherals needed.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 3800X 3.9 GHz 8-Core Processor	$373.41 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler	Noctua NH-D15 SE-AM4 82.52 CFM CPU Cooler
Motherboard	Gigabyte X570 AORUS ELITE ATX AM4 Motherboard	$184.99 @ Amazon
Memory	G.Skill Ripjaws V 64 GB (4 x 16 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory
Storage	Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive	$168.99 @ Amazon
Storage	Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive	$168.99 @ Amazon
Video Card	EVGA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB XC ULTRA GAMING Video Card	$503.98 @ Newegg
Case	Cooler Master Trooper SE ATX Full Tower Case	$286.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply	EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 P2 1000 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply	$229.99 @ B&H
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit	$99.99 @ B&H
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total (before mail-in rebates)	$2037.32
	Mail-in rebates	-$20.00
	Total	$2017.32
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-01-08 19:46 EST-0500

Shimejii · January 9, 2020

Theres no point in getting all this hardware if you are going to be using crap displays. Get some 144hz displays if you are spending this kindf of cash on it.

Also Do you really need NVME? I reccomend you get More storage with Sata SSD's rather then NVME, as games still dont utilize it and you should actually have a channel that is making you money before making this kind of purchase.

Also reccomend you get 3700x instead as the 3800x isnt worth 70$ more.

dauthalagith · January 9, 2020

8 minutes ago, Shimejii said:

Theres no point in getting all this hardware if you are going to be using crap displays. Get some 144hz displays if you are spending this kindf of cash on it.

Fair point. I'll start looking into that sooner rather than later.

8 minutes ago, Shimejii said:

Also Do you really need NVME? I reccomend you get More storage with Sata SSD's rather then NVME, as games still dont utilize it and you should actually have a channel that is making you money before making this kind of purchase.

No, I don't need NVME. I'm happy to switch if it makes sense.

8 minutes ago, Shimejii said:

Also reccomend you get 3700x instead as the 3800x isnt worth 70$ more.

Looking at the comparison, I think you may be right...

Fraya · January 9, 2020

For monitor and you want to do work and gaming, i recommend you look into 27" 2k IPS monitor. i use the Asus PB278Q 2k and its a real good balance for work and gaming, it don't support g-sync etc so if you want all that then look at others.

as far as nvme, i would still get one, its futureproof and there at a good deal right now. why put old technology into your system. it will be faster than older sata drives.

not sure you need 64GB of ram, you could get a 32 gig kit (duel kit) so it leaves room in the future if you wish to get another kit the same and double it to 64GB later.

i would recommend a 500GB nvme m.2 drive for windows and a 2TB nvme m.2 or pci-e x4 card drive for your work files and games.

you could also have a 2 or 4TB SSHD (solid state hybrid drive) from Seagate for back up videos, work, or just have as is for your games and work drive.

all depends on budget and how much backup you want, some people like myself have an external drive for backup and keep only the games i play on my hard drive, and back up videos and work etc to save space on the m.2 drives.

will you be better going for a AMD GPU for work editing and should sync better with your CPU.

brob · January 9, 2020

Check local cpu pricing. In some places local merchants are offering the 3800X at prices very close to the 3700X.

Get an NH-D15S or Dark Rock Pro 4. There is no need to get the NH-D15 SE-AM as NH-D15 manufactured since 2019 are AM4 compatible. However the outer fan of the NH-D15 overhangs the memory area, normally with 32mm cleance. Ripjaws V memory modules are 42mm tall.

For the price differential you might as well go with better performing DDR4-3600 memory.

Keep the two Samsung NVMe drives. Software development benefits from high performance storage.

No need for a 1000W psu, 750W is more than enough, even if you change to a 3900X.

Can't say I'm a fan of the case, but that is personal preference.

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.6 GHz 8-Core Processor ($322.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15S 82.52 CFM CPU Cooler ($73.50 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Gigabyte X570 AORUS ELITE ATX AM4 Motherboard ($184.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V 64 GB (4 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 Memory ($289.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($168.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($168.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB XC ULTRA GAMING Video Card ($523.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Trooper SE ATX Full Tower Case ($286.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair HX Platinum 750 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($139.99 @ Corsair)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($99.99 @ B&H)
Total: $2260.39
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-01-08 22:03 EST-0500

Herman Mcpootis · January 9, 2020

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 3.8 GHz 12-Core Processor ($493.84 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg) extra cores will help out for VMs.
Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING X570-PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard ($168.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: OLOy 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($259.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: PNY XLR8 CS3030 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($114.99 @ B&H) just as fast for much less.
Storage: PNY XLR8 CS3030 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($114.99 @ B&H)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB XC ULTRA GAMING Video Card ($503.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Cooler Master Trooper SE ATX Full Tower Case ($286.98 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx (2018) 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($103.97 @ Amazon)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($99.99 @ B&H)
Total: $2217.70
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-01-08 22:51 EST-0500

boggy77 · January 9, 2020

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 3.8 GHz 12-Core Processor	$493.84 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler	be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 50.5 CFM CPU Cooler	$88.99 @ SuperBiiz
Motherboard	Asus PRIME X570-P ATX AM4 Motherboard	$149.99 @ B&H
Memory	G.Skill Ripjaws V 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 Memory	$144.99 @ Newegg
Memory	G.Skill Ripjaws V 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 Memory	$144.99 @ Newegg
Storage	Sabrent Rocket 4.0 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive	$179.98 @ Amazon
Storage	Crucial MX500 2 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive	$213.48 @ Amazon
Video Card	EVGA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB XC ULTRA GAMING Video Card	$503.98 @ Newegg
Case	Cooler Master MasterBox Pro 5 RGB ATX Mid Tower Case	$94.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply	Corsair RMx (2018) 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply	$103.97 @ Amazon
Case Fan	Corsair LL120RGB LED (Three Fans With Lighting Node PRO) 43.25 CFM 120 mm Fans	$92.88 @ Newegg
Monitor	Acer VG271U Pbmiipx 27.0" 2560x1440 144 Hz Monitor	$349.99 @ Amazon
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total (before mail-in rebates)	$2582.07
	Mail-in rebates	-$20.00
	Total	$2562.07
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-01-09 03:24 EST-0500