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Matte Black

Update: I've finally upgraded my GPU to RTX 3070. Took new pictures as well.

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A bit of a background: After using my old PC for 8 years, it finally showed multiple signs of aging. So I save up and build a new one. My first personal computer was a pre-built with an i7 2nd gen processor (purchased around 2012, which was also a graduation gift from my old man). My dad used to work at Intel when I was in grade school and his company gave him a complete PC set as a gift. (Early 2000s). That's when I started to learn about computers.

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So, for my new PC, I decided to stay away from all the fancy RGB stuff as much as possible and stick with an all black set up. (Odd choice for a girl, huh?) Maybe it was because I'm used on the look of my old system which was very plain. Though I've added led strips just so I can sometimes see the inside since everything is black.

For the cooler, I was supposed to go with the Noctua NH-D15 but I wanted the sleek look of the NZXT's X series infinity mirror design.

For the GPU, I planned on getting a 3060 or 3070 from Asus but it was really expensive from where I live, so I ended up with the Asus 2060 Tuf. It was the only 20 series from Asus that I can get around November of last year. (Then added a vertical GPU bracket from Phanteks.)

I will upgrade my gpu to a 30 series once the prices are reasonable.

Been enjoying this for a couple months of casual gaming, video/photo editing (just a hobby) and hundreds of chrome tabs for work. lol jk.

Unlisted peripherals: Asus ROG Keris Wireless, Royal Kludge RK84 Cherry Red Switches, Berry Blue DS4 Controller, Logitech Z560 speakers

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This was my first time building my own PC and it took me HOURS to complete but I enjoyed it. Youtube videos helped me a lot. I wish I was able to share this experience with my old man. :)

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I'm also thinking of replacing the stock case fans. Any suggestions for a 120mm case fans? Of course, the non-rgb ones. Thanks! Emoji
Color(s): Black
RGB Lighting? No
Theme: Color
Cooling: AIO Cooling
Size: ATX
Type: General Build

Hardware

CPU
$ 212.00
Intel - Core I7-10700KF
Socket: LGA 1200
Cores: 8
Motherboard
$ 398.86
ASUS - ROG Strix Gaming (Z490-E)
Chipset: Z490
CPU Socket: LGA 1200
Size: ATX
Memory
$ 34.99
Patriot - Viper 4 Blackout (3200MHz)
Type: DDR4
Capacity: 16 GB
Graphics
$ 498.86
ASUS - GeForce TUF Gaming
Chip Manufacturer: NVIDIA
Chip: RTX 2060
Storage
$ 109.00
Samsung - 860 EVO
Form Factor: 2.5 Inch
Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
Capacity: 500 GB
Storage
$ 79.50
Samsung - 970 EVO Plus
Form Factor: M.2
Interface: M.2 (M)
Capacity: 500 GB
Storage
$ 19.99
Western Digital - WD Blue
Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
Capacity: 500 GB
PSU
$ 84.72
NZXT - C750
Wattage: 750
Form Factor: ATX
Efficiency: 80+ Gold
Case
$ 89.99
NZXT - H710 (Black)
Type: Mid-Tower
Side Panel: Tempered Glass
Cooling
$ 299.99
NZXT - Kraken X73
Type: AIO
Size (WxHxD): 360 mm (3 x 120 mm)
Monitor
$ 294.85
ASUS - TUF Gaming (VG27AQL1A)
Size: 27 Inch
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 170 Hz
Estimated total value of this build:
$ 1,556.35
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