I'm building a new PC. I was planning on buying piece-meal until the prices of the GPU went down but I found a new RTX3070 for around $650. Is this worth getting now or would I be better off waiting? Thanks for any input.
Looking at a RTX 3070
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If you have the money then go for it. That cpu is meant for gaming at 1440P btw. If you're gaming at 1080P then I'd size down to a RTX 3060 Ti.
Thanks for the input. I'm really stuck an RTX 3070 Ti for $700 or a RTX 3060 Ti for $530. I mostly play FO4, Skyrim SE and some other open sandbox games but I purchased Metro Exodus and I can't get past the intro on my current PC and the Enhanced Edition is way beyond my PC. Thus looking at a new build because are just getting to need more. So I don't want to limit myself but I don't want to over extend on something I may not need.
Again your choice of card comes down to your monitor resolution and of course budget.
If you're looking at an inexpensive build then something like this paired up with a set of DDR4 3200 RAM is worth having a look at imo.
MSI PRO B660M-A DDR4 $129.99
PRO B660M-A DDR4 Motherboard M-ATX - Intel 12th Gen Processors
The PRO B660M-A DDR4 is a business-oriented micro-ATX motherboard featuring the latest Intel B660 chipset with Core Boost, Memory Boost, M.2 Shield Frozr, 2.5G LAN, Lightning Gen4
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NPJRDGD
Intel Core i5 Core 12400F $159.99
https://ark.intel.com/content/www/u...2400f-processor-18m-cache-up-to-4-40-ghz.html
Benchmarks for the 12400 / 12400F
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Thank you for your input. I do have an idea on the route I want to take. My biggest issue is to go with DDR4 or DDR5.
So M/B:
or
Then RAM:
DDR4
or DDR5
CPU either i5 or i7
or
SSD
Cooler
and HHD just because
I already have an EVGA 850w PSU
Thank you for your input. I do have an idea on the route I want to take. My biggest issue is to go with DDR4 or DDR5.
So M/B:
or
Then RAM:
DDR4
or DDR5
CPU either i5 or i7
or
SSD
Cooler
and HHD just because
I already have an EVGA 850w PSU
If you go the DDR5 route I'd have a look at this board and size up on your SSD. btw i7 ftw.
ASUS Prime Z690-A $279.99
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PNY XLR8 CS3030 2TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen3 x4 Internal SSD $196.58
And for a DDR4 build this is worth looking at.
https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16813144520
MSI MAG B660 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 $189.99
or ...
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ASUS TUF GAMING H670-PRO WIFI D4 $229.99 + $30 off w/ promo code ASUSMAY567, limited offer
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https://www.newegg.com/intel-core-i7-12700f-core-i7-12th-gen/p/N82E16819118359
Intel Core i7-12700F $312.96
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https://www.amazon.com/Rev-B-Cooler-LGA1700-LGA1151-Towers/dp/B09NZGH4RD/
Scythe Fuma 2 Rev.B CPU Cooler $65.99
www.scytheus.com
Review of that cpu.
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ASUS Prime Z690-A $279.99
PRIME Z690-A｜Motherboards｜ASUS Global
ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of AMD and Intel processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning...
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PNY XLR8 CS3030 2TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Gen3 x4 Internal SSD $196.58
And for a DDR4 build this is worth looking at.
https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16813144520
MSI MAG B660 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 $189.99
or ...
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TUF GAMING H670-PRO WIFI D4｜Motherboards｜ASUS Global
TUF Gaming series distills essential elements of the latest AMD and Intel® platforms, and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers...
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https://www.newegg.com/intel-core-i7-12700f-core-i7-12th-gen/p/N82E16819118359
Intel Core i7-12700F $312.96
Intel® Core™ i7-12700F Processor (25M Cache, up to 4.90 GHz) Product Specifications
Intel® Core™ i7-12700F Processor (25M Cache, up to 4.90 GHz) quick reference guide including specifications, features, pricing, compatibility, design documentation, ordering codes, spec codes and more.
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https://www.amazon.com/Rev-B-Cooler-LGA1700-LGA1151-Towers/dp/B09NZGH4RD/
Scythe Fuma 2 Rev.B CPU Cooler $65.99
Scythe | CPU Cooler | Fuma 2 Rev. B | United States
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Review of that cpu.
Intel Core i7-12700 + Intel B660 Review
Today we have a combo review of all-new Intel hardware, our first look at the affordable Intel B660 platform, the non-K Core i7-12700 and Intel's latest box...
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Why_me
Very good alternatives. Thanks for all your input. You have given me a lot to think about.
I already picked these up:
EVGA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti XC3 ULTRA GAMING, 08G-P5-3785-KL, 8GB GDDR6X, iCX3 Cooling, ARGB LED, Metal Backplate for $699
and
CORSAIR CARBIDE 275R Mid-Tower Gaming Case, Tempered Glass- Black $94
and already have a Corsair AX860 80 Plus Platinum GPU
So, I've started collecting my components and I'll let you know how I proceed.
Very good alternatives. Thanks for all your input. You have given me a lot to think about.
I already picked these up:
EVGA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti XC3 ULTRA GAMING, 08G-P5-3785-KL, 8GB GDDR6X, iCX3 Cooling, ARGB LED, Metal Backplate for $699
and
CORSAIR CARBIDE 275R Mid-Tower Gaming Case, Tempered Glass- Black $94
and already have a Corsair AX860 80 Plus Platinum GPU
So, I've started collecting my components and I'll let you know how I proceed.
well I'm continuing my build. So far I have added:
ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WiFi D4 LGA1700(Intel 12th Gen) ATX gaming motherboard
Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin SDRAM (PC4-28800) DDR4 3600 CL16-19-19-3
EVGA CLC 280mm All-In-One RGB LED CPU Liquid Cooler, 2x FX13 140mm PWM Fans
WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD - 2TB
But I'm having trouble figuring out which operating software to go with. Win 10 or Win 11? Win 10 I know but it is at its end of life, Win 11 isn't out in retail copies yet, but is the future. Does anyone have a recommendation which I should go with?
ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WiFi D4 LGA1700(Intel 12th Gen) ATX gaming motherboard
Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin SDRAM (PC4-28800) DDR4 3600 CL16-19-19-3
EVGA CLC 280mm All-In-One RGB LED CPU Liquid Cooler, 2x FX13 140mm PWM Fans
WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD - 2TB
But I'm having trouble figuring out which operating software to go with. Win 10 or Win 11? Win 10 I know but it is at its end of life, Win 11 isn't out in retail copies yet, but is the future. Does anyone have a recommendation which I should go with?
Windows 11 was tailor made for Alder Lake due to the scheduler (big / little cores).
Just wanted to say thanks for the help the PC is almost complete I still need to add a second drive for storage but I have that whittled down to a XPG SX8200 Pro 2TB 3D NAND NVMe Gen3x4 PCIe M.2 for $180
So here is the build running windows 11 Pro:
ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 $272
EVGA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti XC3 ULTRA GAMING, 08G-P5-3785-KL, 8GB GDDR6X $700
Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 $378
WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD - 2TB $240
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin SDRAM (PC4-28800) DDR4 3600 CL16-19-19-39 1.35V Dual Channel $155
EVGA CLC 280mm All-In-One RGB LED CPU Liquid Cooler, 2x FX13 140mm PWM Fans $ 60
CORSAIR CARBIDE 275R Mid-Tower Gaming Case, Tempered Glass- Black $ 80
Hardware total is $1885
with second drive $2065
So here is the build running windows 11 Pro:
ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI D4 $272
EVGA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti XC3 ULTRA GAMING, 08G-P5-3785-KL, 8GB GDDR6X $700
Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 $378
WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD - 2TB $240
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin SDRAM (PC4-28800) DDR4 3600 CL16-19-19-39 1.35V Dual Channel $155
EVGA CLC 280mm All-In-One RGB LED CPU Liquid Cooler, 2x FX13 140mm PWM Fans $ 60
CORSAIR CARBIDE 275R Mid-Tower Gaming Case, Tempered Glass- Black $ 80
Hardware total is $1885
with second drive $2065
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