Zwift PC
by sboats Posted on: 3/29/2023
Build Description
This build is used for Zwift. Zwift is a cycling workout/racing game/service that uses input from a smart trainer to measure power output to interact with the Zwift environment. Performance requirements are modest, but decent single-core performance and a mid-level GPU are optimal; resource constraints can impact in-game power output, putting you at a disadvantage in racing. However, the game performance is capped at a certain point, so higher end GPUs are wasted. This PC is also occasionally used as a spare gaming and productivity PC, as well as for other cycling performance apps.
Favorite Feature
I really like the look of the o11 Dynamic when it came out, so the o11 Dynamic Mini was a perfect fit for this use - small enough to be out of the way, but can support larger form factor motherboards (not just ITX).
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Vermeer 3.8GHz 8-Core AM4 Boxed Processor - Heatsink Not Included
Qty: 1
$449.99
MSI B550M Pro-VDH Wifi
Qty: 1
$120.00
ASUS NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti TUF EVO Overclocked Dual-Fan 6GB GDDR6 PCIe 3.0 Graphics Card
Qty: 1
$359.99
This is actually an EVGA, but it isn't listed on Microcenter
Lian Li O11D Mini Tempered Glass ATX Mini Tower Computer Case - Black
Qty: 1
$109.99
EVGA SuperNOVA 650 GM 650 Watt 80 Plus Gold SFX Fully Modular Power Supply
Qty: 1
$134.99
Cooler Master ML240L
Qty: 1
$120.00
Western Digital SN750 Black 500GB
Qty: 1
$100.00
Wahoo Kickr Smart Trainer
Qty: 1
$1,200.00