Hi ,
I will hopefully be building a Linux gaming PC this year. To be honest its the first PC I’ve ever built, so tips would be appreciated. Currently my only game PC/console is my Steamdeck. I will probably install Bazzite, until steamOS is released and works with all the hardware I choose. This is my chosen hardware using pcpartpicker.comfor compatibility.
CPU: Ryzen 7 7700X
GPU: Gigabyte Radon RX 7800 XT
Motherboard: MSI Mag B650 Tomahawk
Storage: WD black SN770 nvme 1TB
Memory : corsair vengeance DDR5 32GB
PSU: corsair RM850e
Case: Corsair 4000D RGB airflow
(edit 1) : cooling: Peerless Assassin 120E
I don’t play any online multiplayer games, mainly games like horizon zero dawn , cyberpunk 2077, God of war. etc. Obviously I play on terrible settings on the steamdeck, but would like a decent future proof or upgradable build that willl run with 1440p high settings.
I suspect this hardware is good enough for this, but will it be suitable going forward without rebuying most of the components ?
Any tips about future proofing or PC building in general would be really appreciated.
I wish I was rich !! I live very much within my means, but this is one opportunity I have to spend some money I’ve earned on myself. This is mainly why I am looking for advice and guidance so as not to get it wrong and cost me in the long run. I would like this build to last me a long while.
Yes, that hardware is certainly relevant. AM4 platform is still relevant IMO
I wouldn’t consider an AM4 build for a new PC unless there is a very low budget. But this does not seem to be the case here.
I mean that’s fine and its nice to have a future upgrade path for the mobo, but reality is that AM4 would also perform great for running all of the games that OP listed and likely future games as well. They did specify “upgradable build” so I am not really recommending AM4, just using it as a comparison that the one they have chosen is definitely relevant and suitable
Wait like one month for AMD to launch their new GPUs. On the off chance that they don’t bungle the launch as usual you might get better value than buying a 7800 XT now.
Wait for one month for the new GPUs to come out, wait for the drivers to catch up, wait for the benchmarks… Or just buy a tried and tested GPU right now.
That build should handle 1440p gaming for more than a few years to come.
You might want to consider swapping out the Ryzen 7 7700X for an X3D model. Many games get a significant boost from the extra cache. It can also make game performance less dependent on your RAM speed.
Maybe wait until the upcoming hardware releases hit the market, because those can drive down the prices of the stuff you intend to buy.
just eyeballin the specs it looks alright - like idrk if its all compatible I assume they are. I would get more ram if possible, I think 32 is gonna be the standard soon if not now (therefore if you want to future proof maybe get more).
Also get more fans. I’ve heard that there are noctua clones (or something else ) that have been doing well but I can remember the name.
Get a ups - dont want to have your computer fry during a storm.
Maybe increase powersupply because overtime they will lose there capability( I dont know what its called exactly but basically over time it will decrease in output).
Oh shit I just noticed, do you have a cpu cooler? DO NOT CHEAP OUT ON THIS. Im pretty sure ryzen7 doesnt come with a heatsink but if it does, chances are its mid. Ive only built with air coolers never tried AIO liquid coolers so I cant say much about them.
You “could” buy stuff used but like since this is your first pc I would try getting everything new. Also, new stuff “can” sometimes come outta the box broken (it just happens sometimes) so keep that in mind. But overall, yeah have fun :] I assume you are also getting a gaming monitor so make sure you set the refresh rate in os settings! Also dont plug in displayport or hdmi cable into motherboard. Sorry for the long text but again have fun!!
THERMAL PASTE- dont need to be too fancy but do shop around.
Also if you do end up getting more fans, you might need a fan controller. I do not know if your motherboard has enough fan ports. Do keep this in mind ~ it sucks to go back to a store to buy more stuff.
AIO coolers aren’t worth it imo. Stay clear of the H-series AIO from Corsair, none of my friends have had proper performing cooling from them.
If I had to choose cooler right now it would be “Thermalright peerless assassin”
Secondly, i would spend a little extra for a cpu with x3d.
Just as a counterpoint on AIO coolers. I’ve used a Corsair H150i for years now, first on my Ryzen 3950X and later the same cooler on my 5950X. It’s super quiet, runs crazy high boost clocks and has excellent RGB / fanspeed control. I have a relatively small case and have the 360 radiator in the front (with an open mesh in front of it).
So your mileage may vary, some may be bad, but it’s not all of them.
Also dont plug in displayport or hdmi cable into motherboard.
I’m very new to this so want to get it right, why is this not good?
also fortunately where I live, I have had only one powercut in 10 years but I have surge protection on every outlet extension.
Sorry just woke up (holy smokes theres so many new comments maybe this was answered). You want to plug it into the gpu. Its a common/uncommon mistake new people do. But hey have fun when you get all the parts! I hope all these comments help, its been a while since I have last built a computer.
