My new build

Budget:
5k goal to be under that

Expectations:
Future proof for 8 years

Usage:
Mainly gaming and streaming my games

Special Needs:
Play VR games
Play any Pc games on highest graphics and high fps always
Stream and play
Be able to handle photo editing software





Specifications:
I have ordered a aventum with these specs.
After reading forums seems like I pretty much have a lot of overkill on Pc and deciding if I should step down and build up a velox with same or better specs
Just want opinions on build and if stepping down would benefit me cause the aventum being 100lbs and hard to put under most desks is a turn off

New build for downsizing
https://www.digitalstorm.com/configurator.asp?id=4617567
Code: 4617567

Good to know im going to update those memory drives now and yeah in first build I didn’t prioritize what was actually going to help me and got fooled by the ram

Originally posted by Hort I think your second build makes more sense. The first, that video card wouldn't future proof you like splurging on a 4090. I just ordered my Velox that came in at $5k - but with the 4090 and a ROG Hero board. Why the three drives and those three? Planning on mirroring one? For almost the same price, a little cheaper actually, you could do a 1TB faster 980 and a second 2TB 980 And good call with 32GB RAM

Originally posted by Realjxm Updated new build https://www.digitalstorm.com/configurator.asp?id=4617628 Code 4617628 Question why would I want the hero motherboard over the prime motherboard that comes with it

Your current build is better. The Aventum is not very practical, and mostly for show IMHO.

For your uses, you will never use all the cores and threads in the top proc. The 13600KF is really great, but if you must have overkill, the 13700KF is the compromise I recommend. It will power gaming and streaming for years, and run cooler the whole time.

If you want 3GB of storage, I think it's gonna be more efficient if you go with 1TB 980 for Storage set 1, and a 2GB 980 For #2. save you over $100, too.

You won't need the mobo upgrade unless you have the special needs/tastes Hort has.

These procs are way beyond what's ever been offered before, and the i5 is genuinely a super gaming chip with a very long life expectation. The 13900K is just nuts unless you are doing very heavy lifting.

Hope it helps.   

Skip liquid - it requires routine maintenance and attention that you should only get into if you are hyper-interested in investing the time and skill.

If you look at various comparisons, for example a Noctua versus basic liquid cooling, the gains aren't so great as to truly be useful for most.

And I'd only step up to the Hero if you fully understand where it excels and that you'll make use of it.

Certainly, can't hurt, but for a few hundred bucks... if you really don't need it, that a few hundred towards an even better monitor, for example.

Thank you Cretae and Hort. I’ve called DS and they are changing my first build into this new one. I appreciate all the information and input. Now I’m actually really excited to get this Rig

Originally posted by Hort And I'd only step up to the Hero if you fully understand where it excels and that you'll make use of it. Originally posted by Realjxm I like the things the hero is bringing compared to the prime and I’m sure I’ll find ways to use it all. I rather grow with it and learn to use all its benefits

Here's a side-by-side comparison:

Compare PRIME Z790-P WIFI vs. ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO | ASUS

As @Hort has already mentioned, a lot of the difference of higher end motherboards is the I/O (e.g., addition of Thunderbolt, more high-speed USB, more USB, faster networking). Typically, this is most relevant to pro audio and video creators/creatives/editors.

My insight on "future proofing":

My normal upgrade cycle (for almost every item) is 5 to 10 years. Many instances, I've chosen the "flagship" product thinking, "This will last me doubly as long as if I went with the mid-tier configuration." The reality is no, it won't. Sure, a little growing room is fine/ideal (e.g., the next step up product from what you currently need).

Something of a fun comparison:

How I Wore The Wrong Shoe Size for 18 Years | Sneaker Freaker

Additionally, when you need (or think you need) a new GPU, a new CPU will probably be beneficial, or even the next storage tech. In other words, you're better off investing in the next full system upgrade than trying to squeeze out a few more months of a current/previous.

P.S. And, yes, if you look at the PC specs in my forum signature, you'll see I too can still fall into that mind trap.

Edited by MrCheetah - 07 Feb 2023 at 10:12am

Agree with everything MrCheetah said. Newer tech brings newer advances in everything that is often worth having. So overpaying to try for longer lasting is counter-productive.

Just for clarity, an AOI, (all-in-one) liquid cooling system is maintenance free. hort was referring to a custom loop with replaceable coolant. Frankly, almost a nightmare for me. The Noctua offered here is an outstanding air cooler. It should easily outlast the pump or seals or something on any AOI, and be maintenace free for the life of your use. If something goes wrong, just replace a fan or two.

Seems the mobo is in your budget,so.... Yay