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£2k/ €2350Pre build

  • 07-04-2025 04:16PM
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭


    Going pre built I think because don't have the time or patience to build my own & I can write off against tax . What do ye think of the price and components from Pc specialst ? Going to have to over pay I know but don't want be fleeced either . Thanks in advance for any help .

    Case
    CORSAIR FRAME 4000D RS ARGB MODULAR
    Promotional Item
    Get a discount code for 20% off select peripherals at Corsair.com
    Processor (CPU)
    AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Eight Core CPU (Up to 5.2GHz/104MB w/3D V-CACHE/AM5)
    Motherboard
    ASUS® TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI (AM5, DDR5, M.2 PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 7)
    Memory (RAM)
    16GB Corsair VENGEANCE DDR5 5200MHz CL40 (1 x 16GB)
    Graphics Card
    16GB GIGABYTE RADEON™ RX 9070 XT GAMING OC - 2 x HDMI, 2 x DP
    1st M.2 SSD Drive
    1TB SOLIDIGM P44 PRO GEN 4 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD (up to 7000MB/sR, 6500MB/sW)
    Power Supply
    CORSAIR 850W RMx SERIES™ ATX 3.1, MODULAR, CYBENETICS GOLD
    Power Cable
    1 x 1.5 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead, 1.0mm Core)
    Processor Cooling
    PCS FrostFlow 240 Series ARGB High Performance Liquid Cooler - WHITE
    Thermal Paste
    STANDARD THERMAL PASTE FOR SUFFICIENT COOLING
    Sound Card
    ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)
    Network Card
    ONBOARD 2.5Gbe LAN PORT
    Wireless Network Card
    NONE OR ONBOARD Wi-Fi (MOTHERBOARD DEPENDENT)
    USB/Thunderbolt Options
    MIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS
    Operating System
    Windows 11 Home 64 Bit - inc. Single Licence
    Operating System Language
    United Kingdom - English Language
    Windows Recovery Media
    Windows 10/11 Multi-Language Recovery Image - Unlimited Downloads from Online Account
    Office Software
    FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
    Anti-Virus
    Norton 360 inc. Game Optimizer - Free 90 Day License
    Browser
    Microsoft® Edge
    Warranty
    3 Year Standard Warranty (6 Month Collect & Return, 1 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour)
    Delivery
    STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
    Build Time
    Standard Build - Approximately 8 to 10 working days
    Welcome Book
    PCSpecialist Welcome Book
    Logo Branding
    PCSpecialist Logo
    Packaging
    PCS Corsair Carton Upright

    Price: €0.00 including VAT and Delivery

    Unique URL to re-configure: https://www.pcspecialist.ie/saved-configurations/amd-am5-pc/vRAV5GzH8F/

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/NXnJqH

    As comparison for a very similar build from parts. Your money, your choice. No judgement here on pre-builds.

    That said, increase your RAM from 16GB to 32GB and change it to 6000Mhz CL30. I would insist on it to the point that you drop to the 7800X3D if you had to. 5200Mhz RAM for a X3D CPU is a bad pairing. It's not the ideal for AM5 CPUs anyway but for X3D CPUs it's worse again.

    Pro-tip: You can save money and drop the OS. You can pick up a key for buttons from various gray markets and download the image directly from Microsoft. Perfectly legally as per the ECJ. Just pick up a USB stick to install the OS which you'll have to prep on a seperate computer. Of course you'll need drivers but as this is an AMD build it's basically one download apart from the onboard audio. Again, if that sounds like hassle, totally understand. Just presenting ideas.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,749 ✭✭✭dan_ep82


    What monitor?

    You can do as above or use your old Windows license on your new PC unless you want it to keep it on that machine.

    The PCS coolers are awful, either the one below or get the cheapest and then replace it yourself with a Peerless Assassin 120

    The best ram they have is RGB unfortunately , I have it in my own for the same reason

    The 4000d fans are loud, these are cheap and much better but no ARGB https://www.amazon.ie/ARCTIC-P12-PWM-Pack-Pressure-optimised/dp/B07HC782D5/ref%3Dsr_1_1?sr=8-1

    Use TRMZ24 as a promo code for 37 euro off

    Case
    CORSAIR FRAME 4000D RS ARGB MODULAR
    Processor (CPU)
    AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Eight Core CPU (Up to 5.2GHz/104MB w/3D V-CACHE/AM5)
    Motherboard
    ASUS® TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI (AM5, DDR5, M.2 PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 7)
    Memory (RAM)
    32GB Corsair VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 6000MHz CL30 (2 x 16GB)
    Graphics Card
    16GB GIGABYTE RADEON™ RX 9070 XT GAMING OC - 2 x HDMI, 2 x DP
    1st M.2 SSD Drive
    1TB SOLIDIGM P44 PRO GEN 4 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD (up to 7000MB/sR, 6500MB/sW)
    Power Supply
    CORSAIR 850W RMx SERIES™ ATX 3.1, MODULAR, CYBENETICS GOLD
    Power Cable
    1 x 1.5 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead, 1.0mm Core)
    Processor Cooling
    CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB HIGH PERFORMANCE CPU COOLER
    Thermal Paste
    STANDARD THERMAL PASTE FOR SUFFICIENT COOLING
    Sound Card
    ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)
    Network Card
    ONBOARD 2.5Gbe LAN PORT
    Wireless Network Card
    NONE OR ONBOARD Wi-Fi (MOTHERBOARD DEPENDENT)
    USB/Thunderbolt Options
    MIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS
    Operating System
    NO OPERATING SYSTEM REQUIRED
    Operating System Language
    United Kingdom - English Language
    Windows Recovery Media
    NO RECOVERY MEDIA REQUIRED
    Office Software
    FREE 30 Day Trial of Microsoft 365® (Operating System Required)
    Anti-Virus
    NO ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE
    Browser
    Microsoft® Edge
    Warranty
    3 Year Standard Warranty (6 Month Collect & Return, 1 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour)
    Delivery
    2 - 3 DAY DELIVERY TO REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
    Build Time
    Standard Build - Approximately 8 to 10 working days

    Price: €2,496.00 including VAT and Delivery

    Unique URL to re-configure: https://www.pcspecialist.ie/saved-configurations/amd-am5-pc/qdcwQu94pZ/



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,003 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    https://www.pcspecialist.ie/saved-configurations/amd-am5-pc/xjcvyMdBuP/

    Changes:

    • Case: Lian Li Lancool 205 C Mesh: A better case than the Corsair, with 2x 140mm RGB fans
    • RAM: 2x 16GB Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6000 CL30
    • SSD: 2TB Corsair Core XT MP600
    • extra case fans: 1x PCS 120mm
    • Operating System: No Operating System required (create installation media on a spare USB drive, buy a cheap activation key for <2eur from grey market)
    • Anti-Virus: DO NOT ALLOW NORTON ONTO YOUR SYSTEM
    • Install AIO on top
    • total €2,437.00 inc. VAT

    optional change: PC cooler to PCS Frostflow 150/200 series (air) or Corsair Nautilus (upgraded 240)



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Why no to norton ?



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    I'm sorted for tv & monitor



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    Norton is completely pointless. Windows Defender is built in and does the same job far more efficiently.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    I would like to say to all of ye thanks very much . Ye all gave helpful comments and i spent few nights going over them and tweaking build . Thanks to ye I have a better build and a better value for money build 👐👍🏻

    I didn't know about norton being crap either so that's great to know for my current build and my laptop .



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Hi again . Two months ago I was on verge ordering this build and just got so busy with work I left it for awhile and just stuck with my 3060ti built for now .

    Now I am having second thoughts. I am thinking long term . If I go with AMD over NVIDIA how future proof am I ? If I stick with this build will my case be big enough long term ye think? I want to buy pre built now and I will upgrade the parts myself down the road . I am willing to spend more on this build to future proof it for tweaking . Or should I go NVIDIA altogether if I am thinking long term.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,003 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    9800X3D - relatively future-proof for the next 5+ years. 3D v-cache which helps GPUs render frames better and that's unlikely to be outperformed by anything soon.

    Lian Li Lancool 205 C Mesh has 350mm GPU clearance, which should be more than adequate - next generation of GPUs should hopefully use less power than this generation. Ditto for 850W PSU.

    9070 XT is around 70-80% faster than RX 9060 XT, which is faster than a PS5 Pro. But you could do what I do & just upgrade GPU before it loses all its value - I sold my RTX 3080 10GB for around half the cost of a 9070 XT.

    Alternatively, run the GPU until it literally can't run new games anymore & save your money in the meantime.



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    that's defo the cpu im going with . gpu is the thing I need make up my mind on . Think I am just going to build it myself now . I took the first steps tonight by removing the GPU and ram on my pre build and cleaning it thoroughly mainly just get used to the components and removing and installing them again because I have 0 experience . Watched some you tube videos while doing it on taking apart and re building pcs . I will be using LG C4 48 inch as monitor for time being .

    Case CORSAIR 175R RGB MID TOWER GAMING CASE Processor (CPU) AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Six Core CPU (3.8GHz-4.4GHz/36MB CACHE/AM4) Motherboard ASUS® PRIME B450-PLUS (DDR4, USB 3.1, 6Gb/s) - RGB Ready! Memory (RAM) 16GB Corsair VENGEANCE DDR4 2666MHz (2 x 8GB) Graphics Card 8GB NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 3060 Ti - HDMI, DP, LHR 1st M.2 SSD Drive 1TB INTEL® 670p M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD (up to 3500MB/sR | 2500MB/sW) Memory Card Reader USB 3.0 EXTERNAL SD/MICRO SD CARD READER Power Supply CORSAIR 650W CV SERIES™ CV-650 POWER SUPPLY Power Cable 1 x 1.5 Metre UK Power Cable (Kettle Lead) Processor Cooling STANDARD AMD CPU COOLER Thermal Paste STANDARD THERMAL PASTE FOR SUFFICIENT COOLING Sound Card ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD) Network Card 10/100/1000 GIGABIT LAN PORT USB/Thunderbolt Options MIN. 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL + MIN. 2 FRONT PORTS

    Is there anything salvageable from this Pc specialist pre build I bought in 2021 bar the ssd ? case maybe ?



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,003 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    If you're using a 4K TV then the CPU used barely matters - though 3D V-cache would still help.

    You could really lower your costs though.

    PCPartPicker Part List: https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/xwQHjn

    CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D 3 GHz 8-Core Processor (€224.87 @ Caseking)
    CPU Cooler: Thermalright Royal Knight 120 80.45 CFM CPU Cooler (€35.89 @ Amazon Deutschland)
    Motherboard: Gigabyte B550M AORUS ELITE AX Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard (€104.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
    Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory (€55.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
    Power Supply: Phanteks AMP GH 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply (€115.89 @ Caseking)
    Total: €537.45
    Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
    Generated by PCPartPicker 2025-06-13 15:03 CEST+0200

    Then whatever case you fancy, as big an SSD as you want to buy (2TB seems to be price/GB king) and lots of moolah for RX 9070 XT / RTX 5070 Ti/5080.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Why the 5700X3D over the 9800X3D ? Because myself c4 limited to 144 hz ? Ya I am wrecking my own head with GPU - must decide ! And thank you again for suggestions !



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,003 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    At 4K, the GPU is always the bottleneck.

    A 9800X3D will be no more than ~6% faster than a 5700X3D.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Thank you . I am still kicking the tyres deciding what to do . I promise I will leave you alone soon 😂😅.

    It might actually make more sense for me to buy from pc specialist as I can use finance option with humm and pay it off early . I have emailed my account to see can I write off individual parts for pc . Might be just easier buy pre built and have one thing to write off in my tax . Also my ' business ' funds can take the hit more than my personal accounts 😂.I am self employed .

    What do you think of this build ? Cooler and psu I no clue . I going back and reading yer posts here to try and learn about parts- thanks everyone .

    1. If I go 5090 would I have to change much ? PSU would have to go to 1000 watt anyways ?
    2. Also I can use my existing windows license to save a few quid.
    3. If i go with 5080 I might drop the cpu to 5700 X3D like you said .
    4. The 1TB INTEL® 670p M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD in my 3060 ti build could I take that out my 3060 ti build and install it new one as extra storage ?
    5. Anything you recommend changing let me know
    6. Is there an alternative - more discreet case on that list that would be as compatible and future proof or is that the best option ?

    https://www.pcspecialist.ie/saved-configurations/amd-am5-pc/ZDbhYyZqvB/



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,749 ✭✭✭dan_ep82


    I would pair a 5090 with a 1200w, 1000w is the minimum.

    Yes

    PCS don't sell the 5700x3d, I would go with the 7800x3d if you wanted to save some money

    Yes

    A good HDMI 2.1 cable. I don't think the 5090 is worth it over the 5080 due to the price difference. The performance difference is considerable, but its 1.5k extra from PCS once you factor in needed a higher PSU

    I have the Fractal North in Black, no RGB and its tidy. No case RGB and solid cooling.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Ya . the other thing I was debating was buying a build for a 5090 and get a placeholder GPU and later in year if prices drop buy and install it myself and sell the other GPU . Prob just go 5080 build .



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,409 ✭✭✭rob808


    I would go with Rtx 5080 build but if you wait the super are rumor to release early next year they have double the VRAM.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Prime day is coming . Couple good deals and I might build my own 😂



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    I have changed my mind and made up my mind . Going building myself as I have spent last few days researching and pricing and makes no sense buy from pre build financially huge difference & I was always goal mine build my own . I am going to start buying parts today / this week .

    I have read back diff build threads on here & compiled list what websites to use for buying/ researching .

    caseking

    amazon.de

    computer universe paradigit

    MemoryC.ie

    Reicheldt.de

    scan.co.uk

    hagglezon.com

    gg deals for windows

    I have no set budget. The goal is to buy as good a build as i can for best value for money and start buying stuff today. I am self employed so l can write off parts & lit's a goal of mine to build my own at some stage. I will probably carry over windows from my current pc. I want build a top line pc with arma 4 and maybe half life 3 not too far away. I am actually happy playing games at 4k at 50-90 fps. My head be blown away with 144hz if/ when get new monitor. The only real games at moment that are holding me back on Pc are Grey zone warfare and Reforger. Too hard run GZW especially .

    My plan with the GPU is wait and see. I am looking at ways to move on my 3060 ti build as one or sell parts. I have no ruled out building and using 3060 ti in new build for time being . I have ruled out 9700 XT because I have only learned the in and outs of Nvidias cards lately & don't want have re learn with AMD. I am either going to get a 5080 or 5090 or wait for 5080 ti/ super ( Although rumours don't sound too promising) I have not ruled out a 5070 ti either and using it for a year or 2 and selling it .

    Cpu I am fairly set on even though it might be over kill for my LG C4 144hz tv . I am going to buy a high hz oled monitor down the road more then likely .

    Stuff like the cases, psu (1000w - future proofing) , cpu cooling, mobi etc I have no clue .

    Like ram corsair vengeance vs patriot viper venom what's

    what's best bang for buck.

    Samsung 990 pro / WD sn850 are similar priced but i have seen builds online with SSDS €50 cheaper.

    couple builds

    https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/wB7nh7

    https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/cm7HZc

    Lastly I see on you tube on some builds some parts are easier to build because they spell out what to do and would make it easier for build virgins like myself . If any the motherboard cases are like this that ye know of I am willing to over pay just make my life easier . If something is cheap but awkward that would be best avoided 🤣



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    I'd seriously argue against that path. If you wanted to, I'd upgrade your GPU first and keep as much of your old build as it's actually an improvement that you can appreciate. At 4K the Ryzen 3600x isn't holding you back that much. Throwing a 3060ti with a 9800X3D is not going to see much improvement at all. The CPU can feed the GPU faster but as some point you hit the GPU's limit and you'll get no more.

    That all said, if you want to upgrade now then just get your system running for now. You have no set budget so just pull the trigger. Crippling yourself for what might come down the road is pointless. There is always better gear coming. The only time it's worth holding back it when the newer gear is launching in a month or two. And even then there can be a good case to build your system at that time.

    And it's really not like the Supers from last generation made the non-Supers obsolete overnight either. At best the 4070 Super was a better value card in the line up but over time that benefit got eroded as well.

    As for your GPU choice, no need to explain yourself. As the very old saying goes "Nobody got fired for buying IBM". Over time this was updated with Intel or Microsoft but you get the point :)

    To answer your questions:

    RAM is generally all the same between Corsair, Patriot, GSkill or TeamGroup at this point. Avoid the RGB ones for now and get the performace models, the ones with the heat spreaders/heat sinks and the specs you want. Usually search around reddit to see if people have issues with the RAM and motherboard combo I'm buying to make sure but it's very rare to see issues.

    SSDs have quickly diminishing returns. A lot of their marketed performance is for very particular use cases and usually for writing or reading large files. For gaming, you want it to read lots of small files quickly. And for installing games you are limited by your internet connection long before you hit the drives limit. Those €50 cheaper ones like the Crucial P3 Plus going to be indistinguishable to the 990 pros and their ilk in day to day use as a pure games machine.

    As for cases, a medium sized ATX case is ideal for your first build. Fractal Design, Phanteks, Corsiar, Coolermaster (to name a few) all make good options. very hard to go completely wrong. That Fractal Design North case is probably a little over the odds but it's just a nice looking case. You could pick up any mid tier case from those above brand for around €100 and have something that could last you several builds easily.

    All in all, keep it simple. ATX case with 2-3 PWM 120mm/140mm non-RGB fans, ATX motherboard, simple Heatsink/fan and quality PSU with compatible connectors for your GPU. You can see we are steering you away from AIO coolers, RGB and other non-performance extras as they are extra complications that can cause issues. You don't need to be dealing with problems from parts that should be just plug and play. You can get a fancy as you like in later builds but the simpler the better for now.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    I forgot to give my opinion on going for a 5090 and by complete coincidence Linus has a video that dropped during the day that almost mirror your options directly. For reference a 12400 is basically like for like CPU to a 3600x.

    Note the last part of the video. I very much subscribe to this thinking. Monitors, heatsets, mice, keyboards and even chairs or desks are often worth the investment over the odd edge case a 5090 will give you. Given you are building for the two games you mentioned above, you aren't really hitting those edge case either.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    hanks for the replies Coyler.

    I stopped kicking the tyres! Here is what I bought .

    Nearly everything off Amazon.de with a few bits off Amazon.ie that were cheaper. Overpaid slightly compared to german options to get the 5080 from overclockers by end the week. Build starts next week. Thats going to be the scary part.

    I think I can do it the main thing that worries me is plugging in all the bloody cables. I am gone blind from watching you tube videos on how to build . €2751.35 including flash usb, thermal paste & grey market windows . Went overkill with some components psu to maybe help me future proof a little bit. Think Pc specialist was going to be €600 for similar build with some lesser components.

    Still wondering do I need more than the one extra fan? be in my office with head phoneson.

    https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/mqG9Yd



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    Ok, no harm gettting started. Paralysis of analysis and all that. I might have have swapped the ASUS TUF for a MSI Tomahawk Max but I'm splitting hairs. It'll work just exactly the same. Just a preferance.

    The Fractal North XL comes with 3 140mm fans, Aspect 14 PWM. I like to have 4 plus my heatsink fans at mimimum for good airflow. Put that Notura one as the back for extraction and out of sight or just get one more Aspect 14 ones from Amazon https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Fractal-Design-Aspect-500-1700-Computer/dp/B08KW9TBNH?crid=2XTTU8JCAAZRP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wDfgaem3l2b8ydX94Zc-i8kZ_yqKC-pBFW8wU0aKk-CnDaPmkQmpz0PzJO_MZW2rcqxiXq4luIIDgWKhIroep0IsHtle_3d29RLUeAlE0Ck.-ypRUqFU9lSGSD37z6LMs1bcvc5FaJAzefiZyf7cHf0&dib_tag=se&keywords=aspect%2B14%2Bpwm&qid=1750873356&sprefix=aspect%2B14%2Bpwm%2Caps%2C47&sr=8-1&th=1

    Don't worry too much about it for the moment. You can mount the fans at your leisure and you'll be messing with fan curves in the BIOS to get the best noise vs cooling ratio in all good time :)

    And it's bad luck to close up your case until you've got to the Windows install screen at the very least. So don't jinx it.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    A lot of guides show you how to put it together. Post build guides are also worth a watch. A lot of good advice in this one. Enabling EXPO, ReBar and copying drivers/BIOS updates to your USB stick are the basics.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    He nearly goes into too much detail but it's more recent and relevant then likes jaytwocents video. Going to ramp up watching these type videos next few days . Hopefully don't have to do too much with the BIOs it's intimidating .



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Parts came from Amazon.DE two days early . I was supposed to use them two days to study more build videos but I got thrown into deep end all day yesterday . Nearly cried at one stage some stuff they don't show you in build videos but I got it built and it's working fine ( so far anyways ) . Just extra fan to go in and to do cable management a bit better .

    Just one thing I am over thinking ? . Bios updated and XMP enabled . It's still showing 4800 hz in bios home page but on task manager it's showing 6000 MT/s. CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 RAM 32GB 6000mhz is the ram . Motherboard is Asus tuf b850 plus wi fi.

    If it's showing 4800mhz in bios but task manager is 6000 MT/s Is working as intended & Bios just reading it wrong ?



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 822 ✭✭✭minitrue


    If you haven't worked it out I'd say post a pic of the screen showing 4800MT/s and one of where you see 6000MT/s, then someone might be able to spot what's going on. Checking with cpu-z might also be a good idea. It's unlikely the bios is "reading it wrong" so my best guess right now is you are reading the bios screen (or task manager) wrong.



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,333 ✭✭✭brady12


    Yes will try cpu-z later when I get home . Thanks . Will post pics later .



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 561 ✭✭✭Coyler


    DDR stands for Double Data Rate so CPU-Z will show you the actual rate which is half of what you are expecting. It's a marketing thing where they will always use the bigger number. Happens with all PC parts.

    Check this FAQ from ASUS themselves on how to enable it correctly. [Motherboard]How to optimize the Memory performance by setting XMP(XMP Tweaked) or EXPO or DOCP in BIOS? | Official Support | ASUS Global

    A little heads up, the AM5 Ryzen platform does "memory training" ever so often and it can take a while for it to boot. Fans will run at 100% while it's doing this so don't worry if you see this happen. It's normal. Takes about a minute. You can check your BIOS for "memory remap" or "memory context restore" and enable it to get rid of that issue. Once your systems "learns" the RAM it will use the saved settings going forward. If you don't, the system will schedule another memory training ever so often, usually from the next cold boot. Not a show stopper at all, just a minor nuisance.

    FYI, don't stress about the BIOS in general. You are making very basic changes. Not that you will but if you do run into trouble, a lot of motherboards will detect a bad boots and ask you if you want to revert to defaults. Worse case you you can manually reset the BIOS to defaults. You won't hit that but just telling you aren't going to brick your PC by just changing setting in your BIOS unless you start messing with overclocking and voltages, which you are not.

    And your motherboard has a flashback option so you can even rescue it from a bad BIOS update, if that were to happen, but you already done a BIOS update and you've seen it's no major stress. So outside of hardware failures and you going wild in the overclocking section you are going to be able to recover from any issue.



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