After having a good talk with a few folks, I've decided to buy a gaming PC and build it myself. I have everything I need, including all of the necessary equipment and accessories. I don't want to buy anything from NVIDIA because of some of its controversial decisions, its drivers' poor performance on Linux, and its high price. I'm going full red (AMD). Keep in mind that I will not be using Windows on this PC at all and will be running Pop OS on it as my primary operating system. I am also buying all the parts from Bestbuy. My budget is not to go completely over $2000
Two questions
- Will everything work properly with all of the PC accessories I'm getting, and is there anything I should replace? (not including the CPU or GPU)
- Do you think it will be enough with three fans, or do I need five for extra cooling?
Everything is linked here: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/Crafted_104/saved/XcZCrH
The current price for everything is $1716.78
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/CsTqFs
More cores, a stronger GPU, 64gb of ram for youe compilation needs, and a higher refresh monitor!
why the 5950x? Unless there's heavy production tasks going on the 5800x3d will clear based on gaming performance. FHD 250Hz monitor is an odd choice too, unless we know for sure OP wants the higher refresh for esports or something a more balanced 1440p + 144/120hz would probably suit them better
I assumed that going for the 12c initially meant that they had a need to compile large files, but you are correct that the x3d will be much better for just gaming and probably acceptable for anything else.
OP should consider this as well if they are not doing HEAVY productivity tasks.
If there's no need for greater than 32gb of ram for compilation/pro video editing, downgrading to a 5700x3d and 32gb of RAM allows an upgrade to a tier higher of GPU to the 20gb VRAM 7900XT.
If OP is not playing competitive esports games where every nanosecond matters, they would indeed be better served by a 2K monitor.
Here's a list which would be superior for just gaming incorporating RION's suggestions:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Fxy3TY