Gaming/home office PC

[CalCon]

Hi all,

I built this computer and I’m just looking for opinions before I purchase?

it will be expected to run ultra settings, heavy multitasking, CAD design, and anything else I throw it’s way. I understand it’s no supercomputer but in my limited experience I think everything is up to scratch, but I’ll leave it to you wizards to comment!


Case
THERMALTAKE V200 2.0 TEMPERED GLASS RGB EDITION GAMING CASE
Processor (CPU)
Intel® Core™ i5 Six Core Processor i5-10600K (4.1 GHz) 12 MB Cache
Motherboard
ASUS® H410M-A: Micro-ATX, DDR4, USB 3.2, SATA 6GBs
Memory (RAM)
16GB Corsair VENGEANCE DDR4 2666MHz (2 x 8GB)
Graphics Card
6GB NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 2060 - HDMI, DP - VR Ready!
1st Storage Drive
250GB SEAGATE BARRACUDA 120 2.5" SSD, (up to 560MB/sR | 540MB/sW)
1st Storage Drive
2TB SEAGATE IRONWOLF PRO 3.5", 7200 RPM 128MB CACHE
Memory Card Reader
USB 3.0 EXTERNAL SD/MICRO SD CARD READER
Power Supply
CORSAIR 450W CV SERIES™ CV-450 POWER SUPPLY
Power Cable
1 x 1 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead)
Processor Cooling
PCS FrostFlow 100 V2 Series High Performance CPU Cooler
Thermal Paste
ARCTIC MX-4 EXTREME THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY COMPOUND
Extra Case Fans
2x 120mm Black Case Fan (configured to extract from rear/roof)
Sound Card
ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)
Network Card
10/100/1000 GIGABIT LAN PORT (Wi-Fi NOT INCLUDED)
Wireless Network Card
WIRELESS 802.11N 300Mbps/2.4GHz PCI-E CARD
USB/Thunderbolt Options
MIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence [KK3-00002]
Operating System Language
United Kingdom - English Language
Windows Recovery Media
Windows 10 Multi-Language Recovery Image - Unlimited Downloads from Online Account
Office Software
FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
Anti-Virus
BullGuard™ Internet Security - Free 90 Day License inc. Gamer Mode
Browser
Google Chrome™
Monitor
Samsung LC24F390FHUXEN Curved 24"
Monitor
Samsung LC24F390FHUXEN Curved 24"
Keyboard & Mouse
ASUS TUF K1 Gaming Keyboard & M3 Mouse Bundle

 

[skewball]

Your starting point is to decide whether you want Intel or AMD.

https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/threads/amd-vs-intel.72675/

 

[skewball]

I would also try and go for a 144hz 1080p monitor if you can, these days 1080p / 60hz is a bit old school for a new mid level PC, you wont really be getting the best out of that level of GPU

 

[Gavras]

A lot comes down to your budget.

Also would never advise a 1080p screen for a new build, 1440p monitor is better option.

AMD beats Intel at moment (and likely for a couple years) and is far better choice.

The current Intel is being replaced in March by an interim cpu, Intel are currently at bottom of a very big hole of their own making.

with current version, you do not get PCIe 4.0 and have the usual intel security issues.

Does it need to be micro atx?

your expectations and the build do not really align, however a lot comes down to budget and if really need micro.

 

[Bhuna50]

“Heavy multitasking” may need more memory. What sort of multitasking / programs are you using.


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