Laptop replacement build

GrayTech · April 21, 2017

Hello!

I'm currently using a laptop but this will probably change soon . It just can't handle some tasks I thorw at it and the thermals are bad as well. I had some crashes in the last weeks when I didn't activate the cooler underneath it. I know that this problem could be fixed but an upgrade is needed anyways.

So here are my expectations: I want to be able to play some games. I don't really play any graphical intense games and I'm using a 60Hz 1080p monitor. But gaming isn't the only thing I want to be able to do. Some light content creation should be possible as well. And this is the bigggest porblem with my current laptop.

The parts:

CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600

This CPU seems like the best CPU for me since it can handle everything I want to do and it comes with a decent cooler. Maybe I will replace the cooler later.

Motherboard: Gigabyte B350 Gaming 3

This motherboard has lots of features for a B350 mainboard. But feel free to leave some other recommendations!

RAM: 1x8GB Corsair Vengance 2400

Yes a single stick. The second one will probably follow soon and I don't want to buy 4GB RAM stick in 2017.

GPU: Probably a RX 470/480

I'm just waiting for a good deal on one of those.

Case: Fractal Design Define R5

I just want this case. Even though a cheaper case would make this build more balanced but the case is one of the components that can be used for multiple builds.

PSU: Probably something like a EVGA Supernova G2 or Seasonic Prime (550W-650W)

I want a good PSU.

Storage: I already own an SSD that I will use again. An 1TB WD blue 7200rpm will be added as well.

Feel free to leave some recommendations for me. What do you think about this build?

Thanks!

Droidbot · April 21, 2017

Solid build overall - I'd recommend both of the units you picked, as well as G3 and P2. Maybe even Seasonic G/S12G if you want to save some money.

2 minutes ago, GrayTech said:

RAM: 1x8GB Corsair Vengance 2400

Yes a single stick. The second one will probably follow soon and I don't want to buy 4GB RAM stick in 2017.

Nothing wrong with one stick of DDR4. Here's the thing - for gaming, it makes NO DIFFERENCE if you have dual-channel or not. It makes small-med gains in content creation IF you're using RAM based tasks like RAM restores in AE or Premiere.

GrayTech · April 21, 2017

6 minutes ago, Droidbot said:

Nothing wrong with one stick of DDR4. Here's the thing - for gaming, it makes NO DIFFERENCE if you have dual-channel or not. It makes small-med gains in content creation IF you're using RAM based tasks like RAM restores in AE or Premiere.

Thanks for this information!