It's been awhile since I built a computer. I've been building computers for 20 years. Even if I don't save a bunch of money, I enjoy the assembly and knowing the components are quality. I don't really do too much PC gaming anymore, or any gaming for that matter. My computers do trickle down to a virtual pinball and a MAME once they are filtered out from the main PC. Any suggestions on this build? I'd really like to knock a couple hundred bucks off. MA is tax free this weekend so I would like to take advantage. Yes, this is totally overkill, but I don't care. I want a screaming fast relatively future proof PC. I tend to go with the latest CPU/MOBO and slack a little on the GPU because it's easily upgradable and most of my limited gaming is on my Xbox.

Ryzen 9 3900x
Aorus Master X570
Corsair Dominator Platimun 32GB
Gigabyte Aorus 1TB
XFX RX 5700
Noctua NH-D15
Thermaltake v200
Corsair HX1000

It's not under $1,500, closer to 2k. I was wondering where people would suggest skimming a little. Sounds like you think I could get away with 16GB RAM (easily future upgradable) and possibly a cheaper CPU.

Wow, thanks for all the replies. Seems like everyone agrees the CPU is overkill. I'll mess around with some builds using the Ryzen 7, 16GB of ram and a 500GB SSD. I omitted the second hard drive because I have one. I omitted the OS because I have a license that it unused. I know it's not as easy as it used to be to move licenses around, I'll probably end up buying another in the end. Peripherals are good, just bought 2 nice 4k monitors. Thanks for the reminder about pcpartpicker. I used that for my last build years ago and forgot about it. I'll post something later after I make some adjustments.

I know I said I'd ditch the CPU, but I was able to get it in my budget. What do you guys think of this one?

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/QVcGvn

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/QVcGvn

CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 3.8 GHz 12-Core Processor ($499.00 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.95 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MPG X570 GAMING PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard ($159.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Samsung 970 Evo 500 GB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($89.89 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon RX VEGA 56 8 GB PULSE Video Card ($309.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case ($159.89 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair RMx (2018) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($129.89 @ Amazon)
Total: $1518.49
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-08-14 20:27 EDT-0400

No problem with the large video cards and a mid tower case?

Well, I got a few extra bucks today and I've had a few drinks. I think I'm pulling the trigger on this when tax free starts at midnight in MA. There are a few components I found cheaper, so knock at least $100 off that price. I know it's overkill in a few spots but for $2-300 more to have the latest it's worth it to me.

PCPartPicker Part List: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ytTqYT

CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 3.8 GHz 12-Core Processor ($499.00 @ B&H)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.95 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: MSI MPG X570 GAMING PLUS ATX AM4 Motherboard ($159.89 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($154.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Sabrent Rocket 4.0 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive ($199.98 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon RX VEGA 56 8 GB PULSE Video Card ($309.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Corsair 750D ATX Full Tower Case ($139.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair HX Platinum 1000 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply ($194.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $1748.68
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-08-16 22:40 EDT-0400

It's up and running. So far so good. I haven't really loaded anything on it yet to push the limit. I should have some time over the next 3 days to fiddle with it. I did already accidentally toss a box with a UPC for a stupid rebate. Also, somehow bought 2 motherboards. I should have taken a picture before I tucked it under the desk.

Any suggestions on a game that might push the limit a little? I have an Xbox One X and typically prefer to play games with the big screen and surround sound.

Tough to get a good pic while it's in place. The cpu fan is a monster. I could have probably went with a shorter case, but certainly not a more narrow case. The case may be a bit bulky, but cable management is fantastic. The side window is cool, but I can't see it anyway.

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