First time building a pc, but would like to save money since my brother will be paying for it

[Murphythecow]

Budget (including currency): 1600$

Country: USA

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for:  I will be mainly using this pc for gaming (apex, overwatch, fallout, etc.) but would also like to get into 3d modeling (blender) and editing, although editing is less in my priority list

Other details: as stated, I would like to build a pc that cost less but without taking away to much performance. I would also be fine if you gave me a suggestion that was over the price of a certain part in my build if its better. I also want to know if it is a good idea to at a later date: 1)  get a number keypad so i can have macro keys for editing if i do get into that: and 2)  use my current monitor (lg 24gn50w) as a second monitor when i get a 1440p monitor. lastly, can transfer windows OS from laptop to a PC?? Any help would be appreciated (=

 

PCPartPicker Part List:  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pr6s28

 

• TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch $55.99

• FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse $78.80

Total $1486.79 USD

couldnt get mouse and keyboard into PCPP

 

 

[emosun]

8 minutes ago, Murphythecow said:

can transfer windows OS from laptop to a PC?? Any help would be appreciated (=

no. do a fresh install the correct way

[Murphythecow]

5 minutes ago, emosun said:

no. do a fresh install the correct way

ok got it

[farmsimulator]

17 minutes ago, emosun said:

no. do a fresh install the correct way

but what happen if he don't install correct way?

[PDifolco]

44 minutes ago, Murphythecow said:

Budget (including currency): 1600$

Country: USA

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for:  I will be mainly using this pc for gaming (apex, overwatch, fallout, etc.) but would also like to get into 3d modeling (blender) and editing, although editing is less in my priority list

Other details: as stated, I would like to build a pc that cost less but without taking away to much performance. I would also be fine if you gave me a suggestion that was over the price of a certain part in my build if its better. I also want to know if it is a good idea to at a later date: 1)  get a number keypad so i can have macro keys for editing if i do get into that: and 2)  use my current monitor (lg 24gn50w) as a second monitor when i get a 1440p monitor. lastly, can transfer windows OS from laptop to a PC?? Any help would be appreciated (=

 

PCPartPicker Part List:  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pr6s28

 

• TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch $55.99

• FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse $78.80

Total $1486.79 USD

couldnt get mouse and keyboard into PCPP

 

 

Nice build 

To save money you can downgrade to a 7600 and/or change the GPU for a 7800xt, $200 less for comparable gaming performance but a bit less CPU horsepower 

PCPartPicker Part List

 

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor ($189.87 @ Amazon) 

CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler ($33.90 @ Amazon) 

Motherboard: MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard ($156.99 @ Amazon) 

Memory: Silicon Power Value Gaming 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($94.97 @ Amazon) 

Storage: Silicon Power UD85 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive 

Video Card: Acer Predator BiFrost OC Radeon RX 7800 XT 16 GB Video Card ($474.99 @ Newegg) 

Case: Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.00 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply: NZXT C750 (2022) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon) 

Total: $1097.71

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-22 14:25 EDT-0400

 

[Murphythecow]

7 minutes ago, PDifolco said:

Nice build 

To save money you can downgrade to a 7600 and/or change the GPU for a 7800xt, $200 less for comparable gaming performance but a bit less CPU horsepower 

PCPartPicker Part List

 

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600 3.8 GHz 6-Core Processor ($189.87 @ Amazon) 

CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler ($33.90 @ Amazon) 

Motherboard: MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard ($156.99 @ Amazon) 

Memory: Silicon Power Value Gaming 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory ($94.97 @ Amazon) 

Storage: Silicon Power UD85 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive 

Video Card: Acer Predator BiFrost OC Radeon RX 7800 XT 16 GB Video Card ($474.99 @ Newegg) 

Case: Montech AIR 903 BASE ATX Mid Tower Case ($57.00 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply: NZXT C750 (2022) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon) 

Total: $1097.71

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-22 14:25 EDT-0400

 

I would go the amd route but i heard nvidia is better for both 3d modeling and editing. As for the 7600 I did want the 7700x, for the more cores and clock speed, but i dont know how much that improves 3d rendering or editing so i might consider that.

[podkall]

17 minutes ago, Murphythecow said:

I would go the amd route but i heard nvidia is better for both 3d modeling and editing. As for the 7600 I did want the 7700x, for the more cores and clock speed, but i dont know how much that improves 3d rendering or editing so i might consider that.

depends what program you use, the GPU in some programs plays a big part and the CPU can just be something that's modern enough to not cause any hiccups

[brob]

1 hour ago, Murphythecow said:

I would go the amd route but i heard nvidia is better for both 3d modeling and editing. As for the 7600 I did want the 7700x, for the more cores and clock speed, but i dont know how much that improves 3d rendering or editing so i might consider that.

 

Unless one is doing content creation professionally or as a serious hobby the difference between Nvidia and AMD GPU is not as important as pricing and gaming performance.

[Why_Me]

https://www.techpowerup.com/review/amd-ryzen-7-7700-non-x/ 

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/dXmmP6/amd-ryzen-7-7700-36-ghz-8-core-processor-100-100000592box

[monopoly_hater]

2 hours ago, Murphythecow said:

Budget (including currency): 1600$

Country: USA

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for:  I will be mainly using this pc for gaming (apex, overwatch, fallout, etc.) but would also like to get into 3d modeling (blender) and editing, although editing is less in my priority list

Other details: as stated, I would like to build a pc that cost less but without taking away to much performance. I would also be fine if you gave me a suggestion that was over the price of a certain part in my build if its better. I also want to know if it is a good idea to at a later date: 1)  get a number keypad so i can have macro keys for editing if i do get into that: and 2)  use my current monitor (lg 24gn50w) as a second monitor when i get a 1440p monitor. lastly, can transfer windows OS from laptop to a PC?? Any help would be appreciated (=

 

PCPartPicker Part List:  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pr6s28

 

• TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch $55.99

• FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse $78.80

Total $1486.79 USD

couldnt get mouse and keyboard into PCPP

 

 

for this workload intel is better, + amd gpu is better value, here's a list:


https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fxCLZJ

 

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/fxCLZJ

CPU: Intel Core i7-14700K 3.4 GHz 20-Core Processor  ($373.06 @ Amazon) 
CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 56.3 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  ($116.99 @ Amazon) 
Motherboard: MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard  ($214.00 @ MSI) 
Memory: G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 Memory  ($212.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Black SN770 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive  ($59.99 @ Western Digital) 
Storage: Seagate Barracuda Compute 2 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($64.98 @ Amazon) 
Video Card: PowerColor Fighter OC Radeon RX 7700 XT 12 GB Video Card  ($379.99 @ Newegg) 
Case: Montech AIR 903 MAX ATX Mid Tower Case  ($75.00 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: Corsair RM750e (2023) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply  ($99.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1596.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-22 16:25 EDT-0400


Ignore the warning about the BIOS, it CAN be upgraded without a CPU thanks to BIOS flashback, the PSU is a bit borderline so try to get a 850 or even 1000 watt unit if you can.

 

[monopoly_hater]

2 hours ago, Murphythecow said:

Budget (including currency): 1600$

Country: USA

Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for:  I will be mainly using this pc for gaming (apex, overwatch, fallout, etc.) but would also like to get into 3d modeling (blender) and editing, although editing is less in my priority list

Other details: as stated, I would like to build a pc that cost less but without taking away to much performance. I would also be fine if you gave me a suggestion that was over the price of a certain part in my build if its better. I also want to know if it is a good idea to at a later date: 1)  get a number keypad so i can have macro keys for editing if i do get into that: and 2)  use my current monitor (lg 24gn50w) as a second monitor when i get a 1440p monitor. lastly, can transfer windows OS from laptop to a PC?? Any help would be appreciated (=

 

PCPartPicker Part List:  https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pr6s28

 

• TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch $55.99

• FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse $78.80

Total $1486.79 USD

couldnt get mouse and keyboard into PCPP

 

 

also please consider waiting for Core Ultra 200 a.k.a Arrow Lake

[Murphythecow]

22 minutes ago, anirudthelinuxwIzard said:

also please consider waiting for Core Ultra 200 a.k.a Arrow Lake

does it have a release date? id like to get my pc now so i can use it throughout the summer.

[monopoly_hater]

12 hours ago, Murphythecow said:

does it have a release date? id like to get my pc now so i can use it throughout the summer.

well in that case i'd get the 14700K/Z790 build because Arrow Lake will launch at earliest in September.

[brob]

9 hours ago, anirudthelinuxwIzard said:

well in that case i'd get the 14700K/Z790 build because Arrow Lake will launch at earliest in September.

 

Since OP indicates gaming is the principal use, why opt for the i7-14700K? A 7800X3D is certainly enough for getting into Blender and editing, (especially if paired it with an Nvidia GPU), is easier to cool and offers excellent gaming performance.

 

PCPartPicker Part List

 

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($339.99 @ B&H) 

CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler ($33.90 @ Amazon) 

Motherboard: MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard ($156.99 @ Amazon) 

Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL32 Memory ($96.98 @ Amazon) 

Storage: Silicon Power UD85 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon) 

Video Card: Asus DUAL EVO OC GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12 GB Video Card ($589.99 @ B&H) 

Case: Asus Prime AP201 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($79.98 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-750 ATX 3.0 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon) 

Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm Fan ($9.99 @ Amazon) 

Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm Fan ($9.99 @ Amazon) 

Custom: FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse - Pixart 3395 Gaming Sensor 26000 DPI, KAILH GM8.0 Switches, Super Lightweight 59 Grams and Ambidextrous Egg Shape, 3-Mode Connectivity, Black ($78.80 @ Amazon) 

Custom: TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch ($55.99 @ Amazon) 

Total: $1602.58

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-23 15:15 EDT-0400

[monopoly_hater]

10 minutes ago, brob said:

 

Since OP indicates gaming is the principal use, why opt for the i7-14700K? A 7800X3D is certainly enough for getting into Blender and editing, (especially if paired it with an Nvidia GPU), is easier to cool and offers excellent gaming performance.

 

PCPartPicker Part List

 

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor ($339.99 @ B&H) 

CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler ($33.90 @ Amazon) 

Motherboard: MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI Micro ATX AM5 Motherboard ($156.99 @ Amazon) 

Memory: G.Skill Flare X5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL32 Memory ($96.98 @ Amazon) 

Storage: Silicon Power UD85 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive ($59.99 @ Amazon) 

Video Card: Asus DUAL EVO OC GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER 12 GB Video Card ($589.99 @ B&H) 

Case: Asus Prime AP201 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($79.98 @ Amazon) 

Power Supply: SeaSonic FOCUS GX-750 ATX 3.0 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($89.99 @ Amazon) 

Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm Fan ($9.99 @ Amazon) 

Case Fan: ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 56.3 CFM 120 mm Fan ($9.99 @ Amazon) 

Custom: FANTECH ARIA XD7 Wireless Gaming Mouse - Pixart 3395 Gaming Sensor 26000 DPI, KAILH GM8.0 Switches, Super Lightweight 59 Grams and Ambidextrous Egg Shape, 3-Mode Connectivity, Black ($78.80 @ Amazon) 

Custom: TECWARE Phantom+ 87 Key Mechanical Keyboard, RGB led, Wraith Pink Switch ($55.99 @ Amazon) 

Total: $1602.58

Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available

Generated by PCPartPicker 2024-06-23 15:15 EDT-0400

Quick sync is very useful for editing, even if you only do it a bit.