I am building my own gaming rig and this topic is for sharing and record purposes as some of you might have zero knowledge on how to build a rig.

I am not professional so this is just for sharing, any comments and feedback are welcomed.

Basic quick start I have referred to this Taiwan youtuber: https://www.youtube.com/@sinyachannel （Mandarin）

Zero knowledge quick start: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIF8g1-xLbo (Mandarin)

Pc Builder: https://www.youtube.com/@PCBuilderChannel (English)

Processor (CPU): I7-14700K @ MYR 1878.90
Motherboard: MSI PRO Z-790-A Max Wifi @ MYR1307
Power Supply Unit (PSU): Corsair RME RM850E @ MYR593
Cooling: AIO Cooler NZXT Kraken X Series RGB Model X73 @ MYR595
SSD: Kingston KC3000 1TB @ MYR374
RAM: Acer Predator Vesta II RGB DDR5 CL30 32G (16GB x 2) 6000mhz @ MYR589
Casing: Lian Li Lancool II Mesh RGB @ MYR385
GPU: Waiting launching of GTX 4080 Super series (can't wait so i bought Zotac GTX 4080 Trinity Black) @ MYR5335.97
Windows Home 11 @ MYR496.82


You need Processor, Motherboard, Power Supply Unit, Cooling system, SSD/HDD (storage), RAM, Casing and GPU for building a rig.

My CPU has arrived today



28.12.2023 Added Dell Alienware AW2723DF 27 inch QHD (2560 x 1440) @ 240Hz @ MYR 2529.55

Monitor changed to LG27RG95QE @ MYR3489.30


It's here





This post has been edited by twhong_91: Jan 4 2024, 06:44 AM

actually you can start building now and use it, as your CPU has integrated graphic.

I would just assemble everything and run it using the onboard Intel graphics

Pop in the RTX GPU when it's available later

I see sorry i am really new at this. okay i am currently researching for monitor and keyboard haha

other parts are on the way only the I7 has arrived today!

rmbr to get a Displayport 1.4 cable

as most monitors only come with HDMI

Can even check out linustechtips for pc building.

All the best bruh.

Advice is to take your time assembling it.

👀🍷🍟

Majority of the parts is only one way. Don't force it if it doesn't want to go in. Turn it and try again.

That mobo has HDMI output port so why need DP out to monitor HDMI?

And if it doesnt turn on, just be reminded that there is a power switch behind the PSU.

wah MSI mobo pro series so expensive nowadays?
Last time thies price can get at least tomahawsk or Edge series d

in case he bought a freesync monitor

Looks interesting.

This post has been edited by MatQuasar: Dec 29 2023, 07:53 PM

Freesync can run off HDMI if its with AMD GPU. For igpu I dont think there is any need for it as FPS likely wont get up so high.

Bro this is Max version so its a brand new release for 14th Gen Refresh. Sure it will be expensive from start. Plus this is -A version so its the best tier in Pro variant. Plus MSI has given Pro models a huge bump, this Z790 Pro now has VRM almost nearly as good as Toma & Edge variants.

uhhh..

didnt u read tht TS is getting 4080 Super?

Always double check the printing on the motherboard to ensure you plug into correct slots/points. Sometimes the manual can be printed wrongly. Experienced that with one EVGA mobo a number of years back.

Which is why I dont understand why need to use DP out to monitor HDMI. If want Gsync/Freesync via 4080S then use DP from GPU to monitor for guaranteed success. Gsync only works via DP and Freesync kinda works over HDMI only with AMD GPU. If TS monitor dont have DP port then out of luck baby.

Wait..i didnt say anything about DP to HDMI..

I said he need to buy a DP cable bcs most monitors only come with HDMI

He needs DP if he bought a freesync monitor cuz freesync only works with DP if connected to nvidia gpu.

This post has been edited by Baconateer: Dec 28 2023, 10:26 AM

thanks guys keep commenting

Good point, but TS added his monitor model just now (Dell Alienware AW2723DF), so i think it includes both DP and HDMI cable as shown in spec page.



This post has been edited by jkfoong: Dec 28 2023, 04:12 PM

is a freesync monitor

so TS..make sure to use DP cable and not HDMI.

Hammer is very useful tool for new setup.

1TB SSD fills up very quickly, especially if you install newer games which take up a lot of space. Moreover, it is recommended to keep SSDs only 80~90% full.

I'd recommend getting another 1 or 2 TB SSD, it is also useful to have two drives for backing up important data, or doing fresh installs of OS.

updated first page picture of my final build

I 2nd this.

Already close to filling up my 2TB. Bought 4TB and install.

Should be able to handle for a few years.. until SSD price drop..

Hopefully

Its true i just realised the game i play the isle used up 20gb alone but i just okay the isle and dota 2 occasionally so its still okay for me

The lg 27gr95qe-b is nice i am getting 240 fps when playing the isle previous laptop only 30fps and go as low as 17fps

This us a major upgrade for me overall satisfied

Hoho.

Can check out monitor unboxed to see which settings suits you

Enjoy

Ya i reset the settings by following one of the youtube videos according to the monitor hehe

updated first page with full setup photo

This post has been edited by twhong_91: Jan 4 2024, 06:45 AM

NVME 4TB SSD are still freaking expensive if you need to add more storage, most affordable way is to get SATA 4TB SSD w/ DRAM ie Crucial MX500 or Sam 870EVO

Good build TS, I am going to build a new one by myself as well...now waiting for few parts like Lian Li O11 Vision and Super Flower PSU then I can start building.

My parts choices almost same as yours but differs a bit and I am going for 7900 XTX.

What's the biggest challenge during the assembly?

This post has been edited by Duckies: Jan 4 2024, 10:33 AM

14th intel

i guess u dont follow news

lancool ii mesh got how much extra space for 4080 ?

Whats the issue with 14th gen?

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/5430871


it perform worse than 13th gen..

( at least on Mobile space )

( desktop not sure yet, but review are bad )

This post has been edited by ifourtos: Jan 4 2024, 01:33 PM

Umm... MTL is not 14th gen, thats Raptor Refresh

alright thanks for informing

nothing challenging i just let the pc shop install for me RM100 settled. i bought the wrong casing, this casing is older version the one u mention is newer with full transparent view, nicer look.


yes enough space lian li ii mesh is for ATX motherboard the only issue was the top panel could not fit my nxzt x73 fans it can fit 2 fans
so the pc shop install my aio cooler to the front and the original fans come with the casing install one at rear and 2 at the top

Ohh.. I thought you install sendiri

Wanted to but i scared i might damage the parts lol

sell me ur 14700k with mobo and you can upgrade to 14900k : )

Lol apa ni then no gpu bang