New Computer build - question about this cooling system

[PC Master Blaster]

I'm building a new computer! I started a new thread last week with a parts list of stuff I already ordered. Well it didn't go well; Due in part to the budget, parts choice and also cause it was unfinished.  So I took the advice, well criticism, made a few changes and found this: https://www.corsair.com/us/en/Categories/Products/CORSAIR-iCUE/Liquid-Cooling/Hydro-X-Series-iCUE-XH5000i-RGB-PRO-Pre-Bent-Custom-Cooling-Kit/p/CX-9070010-WW?_ga=2.241595330.1176541527.1670264254-528804276.1670264254

 

I was thinking about ordering that up with a GPU cooler and using this instead of  EVGA 240mm AIO.   Anyone use this yet? Conveniently its designed for the case I purchased already so with a bit of modification, it should fit perfectly.

On a side note, I think the ICUE stuff is pretty interesting when its working. On my friends computer, his ICUE lighting changes with the environment in the game he's playing. Super gimmicky but fun none the less.

Also, I swapped the DDR5 5600 for 6200 ram speed. 

 

 

 

 

Budget (including currency): $5000-$7000

Country: USA

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: 1440p Gaming

Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): BENQ  1440p 144 hz 1 MS IPS monitor

 

 

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: Intel Core i7-13700K 3.4 GHz 16-Core Processor  ($439.97 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard  ($499.99 @ B&H) 
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6200 CL36 Memory  ($301.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive  ($234.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive  ($234.99 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: EVGA FTW3 ULTRA GAMING LE iCX3 GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12 GB Video Card  ($1758.00 @ Amazon) 
Case: Corsair iCUE 5000X RGB QL Edition ATX Mid Tower Case  ($329.99 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA 1600 T2 1600 W 80+ Titanium Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply  ($479.99 @ Newegg) 
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Retail - Download 64-bit  ($199.00 @ Newegg) 
Headphones: EPOS H6PRO  Headset  ($179.00 @ GameStop) 
UPS: APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA UPS  ($219.99 @ B&H) 
Total: $4877.90
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2022-12-05 13:35 EST-0500

 

these parts are already ordered and have mostly arrived, waiting on the DDR5 and NVME drives.

 

Also Ordered a new gaming mat, new mouse, and a new Docsis 3.1 Modem/Router combo. 

 

 

Any feedback complaints or hatred is always welcome.

 

Thank you for reading.

[brob]

Given the build, I'd suggest SK Hynix Platinum P41 or WD SN850X NVMe drives instead of the Samsung 980 Pro.

 

 

[Dedayog]

You can get a 3090 cheaper than the 3080Ti, even some 4090's.  Still not really understanding your selections.

 

It's more about the act of ordering and building than actual performance, correct?  If so, totally cool.  Just need clarity on that to stop suggesting upgrades.

 

Btw, the cooling kit looks really cool.  Not sure how it compares to a full custom loop but I'm curious to see it in action.  

[PC Master Blaster]

1 minute ago, brob said:

Given the build, I'd suggest SK Hynix Platinum P41 or WD SN850X NVMe drives instead of the Samsung 980 Pro.

 

 

I had a similar suggestion with the drives recently but no explanation why.  Any insight?   I can send them back and reorder with a convincing argument.   

 

 

Any comments about the cooling kit?

[PC Master Blaster]

5 minutes ago, Dedayog said:

You can get a 3090 cheaper than the 3080Ti, even some 4090's.  Still not really understanding your selections.

 

It's more about the act of ordering and building than actual performance, correct?  If so, totally cool.  Just need clarity on that to stop suggesting upgrades.

I hear ya. The 3080ti was already ordered 6 months ago when sales were flying. The second I can buy a 4090 at MSRP I'll hit the order button.

 

Sure I can afford to buy one, but its the principle. Retail outlets need to sell it at MSRP, or not at all. 

 

 

 

Any comments with the corsair cooler?

[brob]

7 minutes ago, PC Master Blaster said:

I had a similar suggestion with the drives recently but no explanation why.  Any insight?   I can send them back and reorder with a convincing argument.   

 

 

Any comments about the cooling kit?

 

Better performance. See https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/wd-black-sn850x-ssd-review-back-in-black/3.

 

No comments on the cooling kit. You might get better feedback on that subject in https://linustechtips.com/forum/28-cooling/, especially the sub forum.

[PDifolco]

Well the kit seems to me Corsair-overpriced, rich kiddie  Xmas gift...Costs $1000 but I can't find $500 worth of parts

If you're new to custom cooling rather get soft tubes, there's nice looking ones

 

[PC Master Blaster]

19 minutes ago, PDifolco said:

Well the kit seems to me Corsair-overpriced, rich kiddie  Xmas gift...Costs $1000 but I can't find $500 worth of parts

If you're new to custom cooling rather get soft tubes, there's nice looking ones

 

 

Agreed its overpriced. I checked out the EKWB offerings, and they just have to many options. I wish I bought the kit I recommended my friend 6 years ago. It was $400 with a 360 double thick radiator, pump, reservoir, tubes and fittings with a CPU block. I can't find that option now.  

[PC Master Blaster]

28 minutes ago, brob said:

 

Better performance. See https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/wd-black-sn850x-ssd-review-back-in-black/3.

 

No comments on the cooling kit. You might get better feedback on that subject in https://linustechtips.com/forum/28-cooling/, especially the sub forum.

I see. Thank you very much.

[PDifolco]

19 minutes ago, PC Master Blaster said:

 

Agreed its overpriced. I checked out the EKWB offerings, and they just have to many options. I wish I bought the kit I recommended my friend 6 years ago. It was $400 with a 360 double thick radiator, pump, reservoir, tubes and fittings with a CPU block. I can't find that option now.  

Choosing parts isn't that difficult, just define clearly what you need

If you just want a CPU loop, you need a block, a pump, a rad (or 2 but not needed usually), fittings for each in/out ports so 6 or 8 of them, 2 to 6 fans accrooding to your rads, then buy 3m soft tubing and you're good

You may add a reservoir (recommended, it makes refilling much easier), a couple QR fittings somewhere on a tube for easier maintenance, and a drain port

Think to get some tool too cut tubes cleanly, and a special bridging plug to use your PSU without starting up the PC so as to fill or drain your circuit (I also use an old spare PSU for that)

That's it