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Killy_Vorkosigan said:
Hi guys ! I'm looking to get a new desktop, and this forum users' advice have always been invaluable, and my starting point in my search
My whole computer is 5 yo and I'd like to change. Also I'm moving onto a new life, a new job, so new computer !
- I'd like to jump to 4K gaming. I'm not into video editing, just want to play game with all bells and whistles.
- I want a dual 4K output (projector + monitor), those last I've already material solutions.
- Future proofing and reliability have always been my concerns.
- The architecure I've always had now is 1x SSD for windows, 1x SSD for internet datas, and 1x SSD for Steam. (NVMe)
- My budget is in the 2/2.5k€ range (screen excluded)
- I'm looking for advice for PSU/RAM/MOBO/CPU/GPU/Case

Thanks in advance !!!!

- CPU: I would go with an AMD Ryzen. Since you just want to play at 4K, an Ryzen 5 3600 would actually suffice, though I highly suggest a 3700X or 3800X to make sure that stays true in the future. A 3900X seems overblown for your needs, but considering your budget, it wouldn't be a problem.

- CPU Cooler: I would suggest the be Quiet! Dark Rock 4 for you, plenty of cooling headroom and very quiet.

- Mainboard: Since you want to 3 SSD, I think an X570 would be in order. Just make sure that you buy not the cheapest one, as the risk of the fan failing is much higher on those than the high-end models.

- GPU: Well, NVidia 2080Ti is pretty much the only choice in that category for your needs right now, so you'll just have to find the right model for you. Depending on whem you want to build this new computer, a little wait might be in order, as AMD said during their quarterly report that the big high-end Navi will be announced sometime in the near future.. While you might not be interested into buying this one, it might still bring the price of the 2080Ti down.

- RAM: 16GB DDR4-3200 should be the minimum, better 32GB DDR4-3600.

- SSD: This one's a bit tricky, since you want 3 different ones and I don't know the sizes of your internet data and what you want for Steam. But my suggestions would be 256GB for Windows, same amount or 512GB for the internet data depending on your needs and an 1TB for Steam. Also keep in mind that most Motherboards don't have 3 NVMe connectors, so you'll have to choose which one you want to connect on SATA, or buy an card for PCI-E like this one, since their prices went down pretty well now, too.

- PSU: I suggest an be Quiet! Pure Power 11 with 700W. Very silent and gives you enough headroom if you want to overclock.

Case, etc... these are more on personal taste, you're on your own here.