Trying to build the fastest PC I can...
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 มิ.ย. 2024
- I'm re-building my two personal PCs, and it's going to be a multi-part process...
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Today, I'm starting by building the fastest PC I can as a main editing rig, with a Threadripper 3970X and an RTX 3090. Things did not go smoothly though...
Edit: many thanks to everyone who pointed out my other big fail in this video -- the fan bracket that would have blocked the HDD cages on the Corsair 5000X is removable, which is shown in multiple reviews. The problems with this build were TOTALLY my fault. I'll discuss in the next video on my personal builds!
► TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
1:02 Personal Build Backstory
2:38 The Parts
6:30 Hunting down my 128GB DDR4 Kit
8:27 Assembly Begins - Motherboard Setup
9:36 Corsair 5000X Case Overview
13:44 Power Supply and HDD Problems!
17:24 Installing Parts Into Case
18:54 More Issues - SSD and WD Red Drive
20:05 Why the AIO Won’t Work Either
21:41 Calmly Explaining What Has Gone Wrong
24:35 Finishing The Build - CPU Cooler + GPU
► PARTS - Personal Build - Main PC (Phase 1)
CPU: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 32-Core 64-Thread Processor - geni.us/gxfvElQ
CPU Cooler: Corsair iCUE H115i RGB Pro XT 280mm AIO CPU cooler - geni.us/vMB75
CPU Cooler #2: BeQuiet Dark Rock Pro TR4 - geni.us/OkMV
Motherboard: ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme TRX40 - geni.us/LnqJVv5
Memory: Corsair 128GB (8x16GB) DDR4 3200 - geni.us/3oudA1
Storage:
Corsair Force Series MP600 2TB Gen4 PCIe X4 NVMe M.2 SSD - geni.us/ZFS9 (link is 1TB)
2x WD Red Pro 7200RPM 10TB NAS HDDs - bit.ly/3rfTzJJ
Graphics Card: MSI RTX 3090 Gaming X Trio - geni.us/YEtvWMc
Case: Corsair iCue 5000X RGB - geni.us/5CmnfC
Power Supply: Corsair AX1600i - amzn.to/2HOmoan
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Edit: many thanks to everyone who pointed out my other big fail in this video -- the fan bracket that would have blocked the HDD cages is removable, which is shown in multiple other reviews. The problems with this build were TOTALLY my fault. I'll discuss in the next video on my personal builds!
Original post: HUGE thank you to everyone who jumps in and clicks "like" right off the bat. Video has been up 2 minutes and it's already at 50+ 🙏🙏🙏 You guys rock!
Man, you're just flexing...
dude your Riptide build was what spurred me to my compensator 2.0 build (pictured in my avatar) at pandemic start, in a 1000D. there's no way i'm not immediately voting that up :D
Clicked like at the _"This build isn't for you... It's for me"_ 🤣
We got you paul!
Paul, I’m just happy to see this hardware actually exists 😂
This is the most realistic computer build ever. Nothing ever goes together the way you hope at the beginning.
That's funny to hear. My first build I just did used the 5000D case and I had it all together in around 3 hours. Although I did research extensively for the compatibility of every part to work as a whole. I guess it worked.
Oh the feels. On my 3rd build in the last year and although with a lil research all problems get solved...there is always a prob or 2 lmao
The first build is usually the easiest BECAUSE you do all the research. After that, you get distracted and have time constraints. You don't do the research and start scrapping together parts that you have to "finish out the build". It's the "using what you have" that leads to the problems. 20 years of building computers and I have lots of spare parts but never the part that I need.
That case is fucking awful. Corsair really doesn't care and it shows.
That one time when DDR2 switched to DDR3 and you didn't know and bought DDR2 ram for the new MB 😬😳
"This build isn't for YOU. This build is for ME."
At last, the mask falls away.
lol
I laughed so hard!
Made me laugh!
😂😂😂😂
Ah, the joys of a “simple” pc build. No build is complete without hair pulling and high blood pressure. Thanks for showing the struggle.
That old bumpy wall cameo hit me right in the nostalgia.
it kinda blows my mind that other people remember my bumpy walls too
@@paulshardware bcuz we are FBI agents afterall.
@@bk-sl8ee yes
"This build isnt for you" dont you tell me what I enjoy
"How much storage do you need?"
Paul: "yes"
Q: How to Build the Fastest PC?
A: Timelapse the video in 60 seconds
who are you who are so wise in the ways of science?
@@paulshardware Someone who Hates Tech
@@paulshardware Trying to build the fastest PC I can... When we going to get building the slowest pc I can
@@studded8054 my PC is so slow it hasn't even moved from where I put it on the desk since last year 🤔
Practice your origami, you’ll need it with all the paper launches recently
i hope you are joking xD my friend has a 3080 deffo not a paper launch
@@deepergodeeper7618 I know they aren't paper launches but there is so much more demand from literally everyone that it's almost impossible to get a card, I can't speak for you or your friends experience but I have had no luck.
@@deepergodeeper7618 anecdotal evidence =/= everyone else's situation
Thanks for being real with us about this project. It helps to not see EVERY build go perfectly online. This is honest. ❤
well he can't always be fake now
Ok everyone, it's time to build a gaming PC with parts that you have lying around your house. Is that a 3090 behind the couch?
Paul, thank you for including the difficulties in this video, makes it so much more realistic and enjoyable
A really good video, Paul! This is a good lesson in thinking ahead before starting, which isn't always mentioned in tutorials/build videos.
Finally a build video again🤩 keep up the great work Paul!
I'd rather watch you stumble through a build than watch most of the other channels' "edited for glam" creations.
Hey this is awesome, very close to all of the components I've been gathering the past 6 months for my first build. Just waiting on my Corsair 5000X case to arrive. Super helpful thank you.
You know what's really nice. Seeing someone who knows what they are doing either make mistakes or compromises with their build. I spent 4 bloody hours making my last build (and I swear part of that was just making sure matx motherboard was in the right place in an ATX case, while most build videos seem to take an hour and a half max.
Thank you. Your videos are one of the highlights of my week.
You clearly are such a good soul; that it leaks out all over your content.
You too Joe!
Sweet build, Paul! Keep up the great work! :)
I freaking love this video!!! These are real world problems to work through and I love, love, love, that you just went for it - every step of the way, hiccups and all! You were up front about the issues when they came up and worked to fix them. This is the kind of stuff that happens to us novices all the time! This video is the perfect example of how to think through it and fix the problems. Thank you for not editing around it! Here's to you Paul!
Amazing hardware! Nice build Paul
Loved the build and the honest emotions that came with it :D
Lol this is what I did at pandemic start. No regrets. Also I used a 1000D because of your build series with it lol
but no RTX 3090 at the start of covid I guess you put 2080ti?
I re-liked because you edited 😉 this build is supposed to replace Riptide / my Corsair 1000D build though 😭
@@paulshardware RIP but at least there's spirit builds in its honor out there like mine.
This is a really neat build to see. I used to spec out all kinds of fun dual GTX295 builds on newegg back in the day and just stare at my cart in awe, imagining what it would be like.
Very cool to see you fulfilling that dream, and thank you for highlighting some of the problems that come with Corsair's use or proprietary connectors.
this was probably my favorite build video of yours
cause its the most realistic most of the time never 1 big issue just a shit ton of smaller ones that just add up and piss me off
Love seeing pc builds cant wait to build my new pc
It's Alive! Put together with leftover parts..BOF "Bride of Frankenstein". I love it.
Thanks for the trip on this one Paul, roadbumps and all.
amazing build great job!
Your content helped me build my first computer almost 10 years ago. You're the OG in my book!
2:29 nice life problems LOL
Never stop showing builds Paul!! ❤❤❤👍
Thanks for posting this. My last Ryzen build with my H100i was a nightmare in a Corsair 400c. Also lots B550 bios key repeating issues. Nearly drove me to tears when it wouldn’t POST!!
I think we've all had days like this, I feel for you Paul. Really looking forward to seeing you update the capture rig, I hope it goes more smoothly.
I've had a few builds stop in their tracks because I was missing a simple splitter cable or similar. Too bad there's very few retail places you can run off to grab a simple item now. Back when Radio Shack was around they had a little PC building section with fan splitter wires, and some ThermalTake case fans, etc.
@@bothellkenmore We used to have a chain of shops like that here in the UK called Maplins. They were an awesome family owned company. Many a time I realised halfway through doing something I didn't have any paste left or whatever, like you say it used to be easy to resolve. Now a tiny error like that is a major hassle.
I like the, “just make it work”, theme. 😂
Love how open you are about losing your temper and getting upset at unforeseen setbacks. It overcomes the best of us.
Nice man you did the cables nice!
What a honest build video. Much approved !
You are Good Paul brother don't let it frustrate you brother, I love your honesty bro, i really like this video because you are not lieing and taking the time to actually showcase this.
Nice job Paul. While the construction of this PC might have been aggravating, you still created a very enjoyable video out of it. I'm sure most of us have had similar obstacles to overcome when trying to build an important project. You handled it with grace (at least on camera). Try to enjoy the evolution of this build.
Looks great, function wins every time and that looks like a monster:)
I kind of like how raw it looks :) Having the great contrast of the case and the other parts, plus cables running off it down to one bundle, and the air cooling, makes it look like an engine. It might be temp, but I still like it.
I've built many rigs down the years and there's always a slight hitch that pops up somewhere lol.
Kudos for keeping it real, most people would just edit it out.
I don't believe anyone who says they haven't had any little issues when building PC's 👍
love it! o the joys of CPU building for sure
Pauls frustration is always very comedic, take it all in stride buddy
I'm glad that you didn't edit out the problems with the build. I was beginning to feel that I was the only one having these types of problems. The only real difference we have is that I install Manjaro Linux instead of Windows. Oh, and most of the time, I forget to turn on the rocker switch on the back of the power supply! That was a great video; thanks for sharing! :D
Dibs!!! 🤣 ....... Love your videos! Super crazy helpful. Can’t wait to do a build if parts ever become available. Old box is at 6 years now, and slow.
When he said the build was for him I liked the video. That’s a great attitude towards this type of video
I loved this video....it's "real" (I mean, you have a 3090 while I'm rocking my 356mb amd), it's down to earth like real pc building is, with obstacles and issues, the aio is a great example of something that can and will happen to anyone and in the middle of the build you have to adapt.
Last year I built a pc to donate to a friend (got a sweet deal on a quadro and later my 1080 went caput. Anyway...) And I had fitting issues with the cooler, it wasy first mini it's built and in the end had to improvise with zip ties to fit a second fan and get a push and pull to keep the 2700x cool.
Awesome video !
Can't imagine there's many people here that haven't raged at some point while trying to put a new system together and it all goes Pete Tong. Sliced hands on pcbs, pins, cooler edges, wrecked fingers with thumbscrews, incompatible parts. It can be really frustrating.
However seeing the problems you encountered are useful teaching moments for viewers. Keep it up Paul, you're awesome.
I love the case!
Watching this while I impatiently wait for my new parts to be delivered
Rip riptide.....all that work to be a paperweight ouch. Glad you’re building for you! Keep’em coming. Always fun to watch....
Just finished my first build ever. Used the Corsair 4000X case. Ran into a few small issues with the fans and ended up purchasing a Commander Pro to control them and thought to myself I wonder if the pros run into these unexpected issues. Now I know! Awesome video!
Yay a build video
Love the HDD caddy's on my O11D XL, seems like it would be ideal for your build...
So glad to see at least one of the systems is going to be air cooled!
Another awesome sauce video.
You never disappoint.
One question though, how much electricity are these systems going to draw from the power wall???
Maybe a good video opportunity 🤔??
0:13 I think Paul actually meant "why did I make this expensive mistake" lol nice video!
I just got and installed a Dark Rock Pro on my computer. Had a Kraken x52 for almost 2 years and when you published your video about all AIO failures you've been having I decided to switch it up. Much happier not having to worry about a possible leak.
The computer looks good! i would love to build this same computer one day!
Nice build! I've got the same hardware + custom loop in a fractal define 7 xl as my gaming and workstation build. If you hate this case I'd recommend the define 7 xl
"Trying to build the fastest PC i can" - me for the past 7 months
Hope you had fun putting together this beauty :D
Great Frankenbuild Paul, sometimes these things just don't want to be built :) saying that it is a beast........
I like the cables dressed like that. It came out real nice.
Murphy's Law didn't just strike here. It came in elbow first from the top rope. LOL. Love ya, Paul! Glad it worked out in the end despite all the headaches.
Hiro looks good! Good boi!!
Very cool, thanks.
fuck yeah paul!!! would still watch even if it was just a pc build... going building my son's 99% ultimate pc gaming rig soon... i say soon because i'm still very nervous, not building it but when i get to the point for turning it and seeing the first post... things like bios update, installing drivers, windows and amd chipset.... those are the things that scare me!!! but will be putting together a 3950x, tomahawk b550 motherboard, samsung 980pro nvme and msi 1600ti(is the only gpu i could get because of stock but on the waiting list for a 3080). would like to thank you for getting me this far but still need a little help with the scary stuff... lol just want to say been a loyal fan of yours for the past year now and it was your videos that inspired me to build my sons first gaming rig!!! keep up the good work paul!!!
Thanks Mark, I really appreciate the comment man! I hope your build comes together soon 🍻
Also I enjoyed this video. Keep on keepin' on, Paul.
Keep shooting videos on this build. Would like to see it become more complete.
This was helpful for me as I have an H115i cooler in an old machine I need to break down (that was made for me before I ever build a PC) and it's good to know that when I uninstall it I need to keep track of its special commander core. Also, I feed the RGB RAM is a little wasted in this given the monster of a cooler that obstructs it (but I assume you used it because it was the best RAM you had on hand).
If I could go back to 14 years of age, believe me, many things I would change; except meeting you. You're awesome, Paul; keep up the great work!!!
That montage music is straight dope......
Looks good ! Especially for all the little issues, that CPU must Crush Time Spy lol
Never easy... impressive equipment !
Rough times call for Cannibalism of the Computers in the house. Desperation.
man that cooler actually looks really nice in there!
Pretty much the epitome of how PC building planning and PC building reality collide with each other.
"Having an add-on PCI-e drive like this in one of the lower it really helps fill the build up and make it look like there's not just empty space there."
Me with my empty PCI-e slots from no GPU: "Am I a joke to you?"
Last year I bought a white Corsair 780T, dismantled it and sprayed all of the black metal chassis white. Its smaller than the 1000D, is easier to carry and it has lots of room and plenty of front panel drive bays. It is, in my opinion anyway, one of the most versatile cases still available if you are building a Threadripper system (which I hope to do one day!).
Loved the Riptide build series. Shame it didn’t quite function for you. Looking forward to more in this new series. That aio cooler seems to cause lots of frustration.
Keep making video I love it !!!
HAHAHA this build is for me i love it lmao
keep up the good work man lmao
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I like the initial disclaimer hahaha
It looks good Paul.
Good job Paul. I feel your frustration.
A gigantic case like that really should be able to accommodate a couple of hard drives and a big power supply.
Is there no way to attach them to the back panel where those three SSD mounts are?
Or maybe a way to swivel the drive cage 90 degrees, so they would slide in towards the front of the case? Not sure if that would give enough room, but it might.
I was thinking of getting the Corsair 5000X as well. If you want a case recommendation may I point you to the Phanteks Eclipse P500A (PH-EC500ATG_DBK01) high Airflow Full-Metal mesh Design? Steve Burke has recommended it for noise normalized thermals and the case is aesthetically pleasing. The modular design should make it easier to tailor the case configuration to your specific use case. If you do go with it, I would buy/use three more case fans with the case for the level of hardware you're planning to use.
27:57 all that peel action.... oooohhhh
💥Fun to see a pro at work 👍👍
First of all, great channel. I appreciate your time and knowledge and enjoy watching your videos. I'm needing to build a new PC soon. I'm a professional photographer, not a gamer and shoot medium format and shoot a ton each week, so need the best set up for Photoshop as that's open all day every day. Built my last PC last year and used a AMD Ryzen 9 3950X w 128Gig of RAM. It still struggles a bit, so want my next build to be more set up for Photoshop. Thinking I definitely want 256RAM this time, but want to do this one right and not have any regrets when I get done. Anything you can recommend on the best CPU as of July 2021? AMD Thread ripper?, Intel?
Really happy you went with a cooler with an appropriate cold plate size :D (also not an AIO, I've had several leak or had pumps die). I think a black fan in the back behind the CPU cooler would fit in nicely as the motherboard and cooler is black too.
I had a similar PSU and hard drive cage with the DeepCool cl500 and Evga 850GQ
those WD red are CMR not SMR. those SMR were up to 6tb...
but i like the; "yeah i'm gonna bluid a new computer" to "ain't gonna work" XD
Classic Paul dreaming the impossible and once again 1up-ing pcmr to next level. Great Vid Paul and Joe
I feel that this video shows a lot of situations many of persons have had. This make me feel good (or at least less bad)
Thanks for adding a glass panel to the otherside now I have to be bothered with my cable management Corsair!
Better than I could do. Looks great
Some white sleeve cables and adding that cover back to hide the front panel and fan cables would sure improve this build a lot.
Also adding another fan in the back to complete the look.
opening comment already has me rolling lol "this build is FOR ME"
Yesterday my ryzen 7 3800x was running hot like almost 80 degrees while playing some games, I just built my pc 2 months ago so took off the cpu amd wraith cooler cleaned the old thermal paste off and reapplied more thermal paste cuz the first time I did it I did a small pea size and don't think it was enough, so applied a bigger pea sized and now it dropped 10-15 degrees feels so much better now not having to worry about temps while gaming.
The white panel that sits behind the motherboard has screw mounts for 3.5" drives. Where the mounts for the fan controllers are. I just got the 5000d Airflow and I used 3 3.5s and 3 2.5s and two m.2 on the mb itself. It took me a few hours to get that set up. And I also tried to remove the side panel that the fans screw into, even after removing the 3 screws on the left hand side (towards the front of the case) I could not figure out how to remove it without using an insane amount of force, so I did not remove it. Hopefully that helps.