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This GPU goes on Ebay for about £10. More effort that it's worth probably. The SSD is 240GB.
 
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Here is another list of core components. This is based on a system that can happily manage gaming at 1440p. I want to consider all available options.

Most expensive core components :
  • AMD Ryzen 5 or 7

  • ASUS ROG Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi AMD Ryzen AM5 mini-ITX motherboard​

  • 32 GB of Ram​

  • An Nvidia 4070 Graphics card

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I also thought that from a physically building-it POV, it might be easiest to start with the case and the PSU.​


I really like the Iqunix ZX-1 (10.6L) and also the Fractal Terra for a SFF build.

Also I like this PSU in white - Asus ROG Loki SFX-L 850W Platinum Power Supply - White
 
I like how these might look together in white :

  • NZXT Kraken 240 RGB water CPU cooler - this thing looks cool and has a helpful display for CPU and and GPU temps​

  • Asus ROG Loki SFX-L 850W Platinum Power Supply - White​

  • Iqunix ZX-1 - In coral white​

 
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Rich (BB code): 
************ Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor  £336.96
CPU Cooler: Corsair iCUE H100i RGB ELITE 59.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  £142.42
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B650E-I GAMING WIFI Mini ITX AM5 Motherboard  £239.34
Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory  £114.29
Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive  £107.99
Video Card: Gigabyte AERO OC GeForce RTX 4070 12 GB Video Card  £599.99
Power Supply: Asus ROG LOKI 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply  £232.97
Monitor: LG UltraGear 27GR75Q-B 27.0" 2560 x 1440 165 Hz Monitor  £276.97
Total: £2050.93
 
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Rich (BB code): 
************ Part List

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 4.2 GHz 8-Core Processor  £336.96
CPU Cooler: Corsair iCUE H100i RGB ELITE 59.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler  £142.42
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B650E-I GAMING WIFI Mini ITX AM5 Motherboard  £239.34
Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory  £114.29
Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive  £107.99
Video Card: Gigabyte AERO OC GeForce RTX 4070 12 GB Video Card  £599.99
Power Supply: Asus ROG LOKI 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply  £232.97
Monitor: LG UltraGear 27GR75Q-B 27.0" 2560 x 1440 165 Hz Monitor  £276.97
Total: £2050.93
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Monitor is overpriced you can get it £50 cheaper and already informed you about the m2 but I guess it's your choice.
 
Yes thanks for informing me about both of those. Im not actually buying any of this stuff yet, apologies if it seemed that way. Also apologies for not checking forum rules.
 
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Monitor is overpriced you can get it £50 cheaper and already informed you about the m2 but I guess it's your choice.
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Yes thanks for informing me about both of those. Im not actually buying any of this stuff yet, apologies if it seemed that way. Also apologies for not checking forum rules.
 
I don't like leaving things uncompleted. However, I got ahead of myself with my budget, and unfortunately, it's going to take longer than I hoped to build a new PC.

That said, I have realised that I don't want to build in a small form factor. It's not actually necessary, and it will be easier for me to build within a larger case. So, the case I want to get currently is the Fractal North. I particularly like the wood on the case, which is the same colour as other furnishings in my flat and the plethora of bamboo growing right outside my lounge window, where the PC is definitely going once built.
 
I sold some parts of my old setup online. This is what I got for them :

G Skill Ripjaws DDR3 - £5.67
Intel i5 2500k CPU - £6.21

I also sold the GPU for about £4, but then Evri lost it, so I made—£3.50 paying for them not to deliver that.

I am going to sell a Flipper Zero and the money will go towards a new PC.
 
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I sold some parts of my old setup online. This is what I got for them :

G Skill Ripjaws DDR3 - £5.67
Intel i5 2500k CPU - £6.21

I also sold the GPU for about £4, but then Evri lost it, so I made—£3.50 paying for them not to deliver that.

I am going to sell a Flipper Zero and the money will go towards a new PC.
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I'm hoping you have an alternative source of funds to buy your new components, although you may garner a bit more for the Flipper..
 
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Would ditch the Corsair RAM and get the Teamgroup 6000C30 sold at OCUK for £110, so cheaper and with tighter timings
 
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Gepetto said:
I'm hoping you have an alternative source of funds to buy your new components, although you may garner a bit more for the Flipper..
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I wont be buying these new parts anytime soon. When I started this thread I was awaiting a hefty windfall and took to thinking I could use it to make a new PC. But some reflection caused me to realise it would be much better to sort out some other things first.
Based on my salary, I estimate it would take 1.5 years to save up. I should get another windfall at some point though, and the next one I will put some more of the money towards it. But I don't know when this will be which is kinda annoying, but just taking it as it comes.
 
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My plan is to begin building without the GPU, which I will add later. I now want to use the Fractal Desgin North case, it would fit well with my desk and furniture.
However, I am uncertain about ensuring my chosen CPU cooler and GPU fit. At a later date, I want to potentially add something like an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SUPER.

The thing with the FD North is there is a modest widthway clearance that wont allow for certain GPUs and CPU cooling. With the mesh side panel (my preferred choice for aesthetics), there is the option of adding a bracket for two additional fans on the side. But Im thinking I might have to leave these in order to have room for everything to fit inside.

Im just making a note at the moment to refer back to later. But any comments are welcome.

This is the list of parts I am currently working with. Im not overly fussed about a specific budget limit at this time :


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Ah yes, also, I bought the 27" monitor recommended here when it went on sale. It's attached to a monitor arm clamped to my desk.
 
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