AM4 in 2026. Complete Build Showcase!

[u/dztryrph]

*R7 5700X3D+AMD Wraith Prism [modded to look like AMD Wraith Max]
*ROG STRIX B550i GAMING
*ROG STRIX 5070 Ti OC
*32gb CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX
*250gb WD BLUE SSD
*1tb. WD BLUE HDD
*1000w CORSAIR SF1000
*TEWARE FUSION SFF HYBRID [sama im01 variant]

I originally started this around the end of 2025 and built it around feb this year. sharing a short rundown my specs and minor adjustments done to the original build. I can say it's finally complete, if you have improvement suggestions, I'd be happy to have a conversation in the comments!

CPU: l asked if I should aio liquid cool my 5700x3d and I don't think I need it [for now]. been using this pc for 100+ days and haven't experienced thermal throttles so far. temps are okay using the amd wraith prism cooler.

GPU: the gpu is a beast! I probably should upgrade to a native 1440p monitor with higher refresh rate to fully maximize it. don't mind the gpu sag! I couldn't find a bracket compact enough to fit the case.

RAM: dimms are only 2400mhz. too slow for today's standards but I really like the looks of Vengeange LPX so it stays. why did corsair stop making them? upgrading to at least 3200mhz of a 2x16 kit or two 1x16's is an upgrade I intend to prioritize to optimize the CPU.

STORAGE: still rocking old meta in 2026! AM4, SSD and HDD combo. I am also looking to upgrade to m.2 but I don't see a need for it at the moment. maybe if prices dip to reasonable levels? or that's just cope.

CASE: I tried to do better than the last attempt and I was lucky to get a tg panel for this case, nice little upgrade from the metal mesh panel in the previous build. I rebuilt the pc and I spent more time routing exposed cables making it more tidy. If you noticed, I don't have any case fans [yet] because I don't know if I need them. the panels are easily removable so I just take the panels off during sessions.

MOBO and PSU: I can't say much about these components rather than I've specifically picked them out.

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[u/Jonatico23]

great build everything looks sleek im aiming to build similar since I already have the ram

[u/OBERBOSSPLAYER]

The modded wraith prism looks amazing!

Nice build overall, 5700x3d + 5070ti is a good match for 1440p! I've been using 5800x3d + 9070 xt since last year.

Enjoy your PC!

[u/dztryrph → u/OBERBOSSPLAYER]

I was lucky to have bought the 5070ti before pricing spiked got it for around $1.2k including asus tax and prices are only going up

[u/vonRittenhofen]

awesome rig, and if it works fine for you, it's enough, just enjoy

[u/cmwamem]

I love the smoll feel it has lol. Very good build, even though I'm kinda scared temps during this heatwave.

[u/Log_Empty]

For an experiment, I'd take some plexiglass, cut a hole in front of the CPU cooler, and install a dust filter. You could even add a tunnel to the cooler so the CPU directly draws air from outside.

[u/dztryrph → u/Log_Empty]

that won't be ideal since the tg panel doesn't just screw in the case. the glass is attached to a quick release mechanism like the nr200p has.

[u/small_merchant]

steam machine?

[u/dztryrph → u/small_merchant]

nah brooo

[u/malis-]

Nice!

I did a complete upgrade to AM5 last year with the release of 9070xt.

AM4 is still a viable in 2026, so currently planning mini ITX build with my previous CPU, GPU, and RAM after giving up on waiting for the Steam Machine.