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need advice, suitable spec for i5 12600k

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Shu

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Previously I got a suggestion for a budget of $1770 the specs are like these, but I want to replace the cpu with an Intel i5 12600k, and 32GB RAM. I need suggestions for other compatible components, please help 🙏

CGDirector.com Parts List: https://www.cgdirector.com/pc-builder/?=6MSIB

CPU: Intel i5 10600k 4.1GHz 6-Core Processor ($269.97)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S ($69.94)
Motherboard: MSI Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi ATX LGA1200 ($209.00)
GPU: Nvidia GTX 1660TI 6GB - Gigabyte Windforce ($649.00)
Memory: 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 C16 ($64.99)
Storage SSD: Samsung 860 EVO 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($225.40)
Storage PCIe-SSD: ADATA XPG SX8200 Pro 512GB NVME M.2 Solid State Drive ($64.99)
Storage HDD: Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2TB, 3.5" ($46.99)
Power Supply: Corsair CX Series CX550M 550W ATX 2.4 Power Supply ($41.67)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($124.99)
Total: $1766.94
 
S

Shu

Guest
Previously I got a suggestion for a budget of $1770 the specs are like these, but I want to replace the cpu with an Intel i5 12600k, and 32GB RAM. I need suggestions for other compatible components, please help 🙏

CGDirector.com Parts List: https://www.cgdirector.com/pc-builder/?=6MSIB

CPU: Intel i5 10600k 4.1GHz 6-Core Processor ($269.97)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S ($69.94)
Motherboard: MSI Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi ATX LGA1200 ($209.00)
GPU: Nvidia GTX 1660TI 6GB - Gigabyte Windforce ($649.00)
Memory: 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 C16 ($64.99)
Storage SSD: Samsung 860 EVO 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($225.40)
Storage PCIe-SSD: ADATA XPG SX8200 Pro 512GB NVME M.2 Solid State Drive ($64.99)
Storage HDD: Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2TB, 3.5" ($46.99)
Power Supply: Corsair CX Series CX550M 550W ATX 2.4 Power Supply ($41.67)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($124.99)
Total: $1766.94
note:
I prefer Nvidia GPU, max budget is $2000
 
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Previously I got a suggestion for a budget of $1770 the specs are like these, but I want to replace the cpu with an Intel i5 12600k, and 32GB RAM. I need suggestions for other compatible components, please help 🙏

CGDirector.com Parts List: https://www.cgdirector.com/pc-builder/?=6MSIB

CPU: Intel i5 10600k 4.1GHz 6-Core Processor ($269.97)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S ($69.94)
Motherboard: MSI Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi ATX LGA1200 ($209.00)
GPU: Nvidia GTX 1660TI 6GB - Gigabyte Windforce ($649.00)
Memory: 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 C16 ($64.99)
Storage SSD: Samsung 860 EVO 1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($225.40)
Storage PCIe-SSD: ADATA XPG SX8200 Pro 512GB NVME M.2 Solid State Drive ($64.99)
Storage HDD: Seagate BarraCuda Compute 2TB, 3.5" ($46.99)
Power Supply: Corsair CX Series CX550M 550W ATX 2.4 Power Supply ($41.67)
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 Black ATX Mid Tower Case ($124.99)
Total: $1766.94
Yep those are good picks for a PC in early 2022. Add a Z690/B660 motherboard and you should be good to go :) As for GPU, I'd recommend shopping locally to find better deals.
 
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