Zebra
by SterlingPhoenix Posted on: 3/21/2024
Build Description
Because it has stripes.
This started out as a "minor upgrade" to my gaming machine... ended up as a "build completely new machine and only keep the GPU and data drive". And I only kept the data drive since I replaced it a couple of months ago.
Components not listed are the RTX 2080ti GPU, a 500GB NVMe as a boot device and a 2TB NVMe for data. Both Samsungs, but I don't remember the exact models (Evo 980 and 970 something).
I output to a TV so I'm limited to 60FPS at 4K, and so far I am getting that with the highest settings on every game I've tried with no DLSS.
This started out as a "minor upgrade" to my gaming machine... ended up as a "build completely new machine and only keep the GPU and data drive". And I only kept the data drive since I replaced it a couple of months ago.
Components not listed are the RTX 2080ti GPU, a 500GB NVMe as a boot device and a 2TB NVMe for data. Both Samsungs, but I don't remember the exact models (Evo 980 and 970 something).
I output to a TV so I'm limited to 60FPS at 4K, and so far I am getting that with the highest settings on every game I've tried with no DLSS.
Favorite Feature
No more RGB!My previous machine was a Display Piece, and I went overboard on lighting. This thing is smaller, actually fits in my media center, and the only light is the VERY subtle power light.
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D Raphael AM5 4.4GHz 12-Core Boxed Processor - Heatsink Not Included
Qty: 1
$389.99
I was planning on the 7800X3D, but AMD was really pushing this one. It was insanely on sale at Microcenter, too -- significantly cheaper than online!
Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 AMD AM5 ATX Motherboard
Qty: 1
$159.96
When in doubt, Microcenter Openbox (:
G.Skill Flare X5 Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5-6000 PC5-48000 CL32 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit F5-6000J3238F16GX2-FX5 - Black
Qty: 1
$114.99
It was harder than I thought to find non-RGB RAM...
Fractal Design North Mesh ATX Mid-Tower Computer Case - White/Oak
Qty: 1
$52.96
I wasn't going to get a case, but I saw the black version of this thing at the store and just had to. Then an associate told me they had an open box of the white version for literally $100 off. The black one is significantly cooler -- the brass accents especially -- but you can't argue with $100...
Seasonic USA Focus V3 GX-850 850 Watt 80 Plus Gold ATX Fully Modular Power Supply - ATX 3.0 Compatible
Qty: 1
$139.99
I was planning on reusing the PSU from my previous system, but...
Noctua NH-D15S Chromax Black CPU Cooler
Qty: 1
$119.99
This thing is a CHUNK, and it somehow fits in the case! With that said it kind of wants to hit the GPU. I'm not a huge fan of AIOs but honestly it might've been a better idea in this case, space-wise, especially since the case has lots of room for a radiator on the top.
Noctua NF-P12 Redux 1700 PWM SSO Bearing 120mm Case Fan
Qty: 6
$12.96
Yeah, any and all fans get replaced with Noctua fans. I would have got two 140mm for the front rather than three 120mm, but my Microcenter sadly does not carry those.
Pocky Matcha Green Tea Covered Biscuit Sticks, 1.41 oz.
Qty: 1
$2.99
These were required for the drive home.