M1 CGI Workstation/Gaming build - help me finalize!

thefiend1

Trash Compacter
Original poster
Oct 6, 2017
35
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Hey guys!

Im really excited to get this build going. Ive had the NCase M1 sitting around waiting for the right moment and I think now is the time - especially considering the tariff situation... and also because my last build was about 8 years ago so its time to upgrade.

This computer is mainly going to be used for CGI development and rendering - working with 3d applications like Maya, Arnold, ZBrush, etc. Along with playing games like Battlefield 1, and V. So it needs to be versatile. I could use your help looking things over. Please feel free to make suggestions!

Part List:
  • Nvidia 2080ti (on preorder)
  • Intel 7940X (waiting on the refresh news)
  • Asrock X299e-itx (waiting on the refresh news)
  • Corsair 64GB DDR4 2666mhz Sodimm Ram
  • Corsair SF600 Platinum (is 600 watts enough?)
  • Noctua NH-UN9s with Dual B9 Redux fans and Graphite Thermal Pad
  • Boot/Software/Game Drive - Samsung 970 Evo 500GB NVMe
  • Scratch drive - Samsung 970 Pro 512GB NVMe
  • Misc Drive - Samsung 860 Evo 1TB Sata drive
Thanks in advance! :)
 
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Saici

Caliper Novice
Mar 25, 2017
22
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Considering the CPU @Stock uses about 150/160W, the 2080ti probably is at 300W and your system has a lot of RAM, Storage and some peripheral going on, it's gonna be quite close to 600W. Should be okay though, if you don't plan on going balls to the walls OC.