Building the Cleanest-Looking 4K ready PC!

Components

CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

Kicking things off with the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, it has 8 cores and 16 threads, it runs single-thread tasks outstandingly, and even provides more than enough power to execute the demanding multithreaded computations found in today’s most advanced games. This CPU has a base clock speed of 4.7GHz and, with overclocking, can reach up to 5.2GHz. This is further backed up by its 2nd-gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology, which increases cache to reduce the time taken to fetch data and instructions. These are some stellar specs that make this CPU an absolute no-brainer choice for top-end gaming.

CPU Cooler: Lian Li HydroShift II LCD-S 360N

Lian Li’s HydroShift II LCD‑S 360N is essentially an SKU refresh, but it lands in a sweet spot for builds that prioritise clean integration and visual cohesion. We opted for this cooler because it fits our case layout without compromise, and because we liked the previous generation. The new lineup splits into two variants, the HydroShift II LCD‑S and the HydroShift II LCD‑C, both built around the same cooling hardware but differentiated by their display design and aesthetic language.

The LCD‑S model uses a sharp, square LCD panel framed by an RGB trim that gives it a more modern, angular presence inside the case. The LCD‑C takes the opposite approach with a curved, circular display that softens the look while still offering the same RGB accenting. Functionally, they are interchangeable, so the choice comes down to which shape better complements the rest of your components. The HydroShift II LCD series as a whole is designed to slot neatly into contemporary builds, offering a familiar installation experience with a more refined visual finish.

Motherboard: Gigabyte B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE

The motherboard is a component that we can spend a little less on in an attempt to trim down the overall cost of the build. The B850 AORUS Elite WiFi7 ICE is a good match for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as it offers some overclocking tweaks for this processor, thanks to its 14 + 2 + 2 VRM design. The board also provides overclocking support for RAM via AMD EXPO, and it can accommodate up to 256GB of RAM overall.

Gigabyte’s B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE leverages excellent features, including a high-speed rear IO. This board has twelve ports, with only four being USB 2.0. There’s also space for up to three M.2 drives, with the top slot Gen5.

For networking, the board offers both 2.5Gb Ethernet and WiFi 7, giving you flexible, high‑bandwidth options whether you prefer wired stability or cutting‑edge wireless performance. This makes the board well‑suited for gaming, streaming, and large file transfers. Finally, it has an all-white PCB and white heatsinks, which complement the build’s aesthetics, which is why the B850 AORUS ELITE WiFi7 earns its place.

RAM: Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5

For RAM, we’ve gone with the Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32GB (2 x 16GB) kit. We opted for this kit because we felt that it would fit the look we were aiming for with this build. Under normal circumstances, we’d point people toward a white 32GB kit running around 6000MT/s, which tends to be the sweet spot for a modern gaming PC. But with the current RAM‑ageddon, the market is thin, prices are all over the place, and availability is anyone’s guess. At this point, it’s less about chasing the ideal spec sheet and more about grabbing something reliable that complements your build and doesn’t require a small miracle to find in stock.

The KIOXIA EXCERIA PLUS G4 is a high‑performance NVMe SSD designed for gamers, creators, and power users. Built on the PCIe 5.0 and NVMe 2.0c interfaces, it delivers blazing‑fast sequential read speeds up to 10,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 8,200 MB/s in the 2TB capacity. It also features 218‑layer TLC NAND, a Phison E31T controller, and a pseudo‑SLC cache for accelerated burst writes.

We always recommend opting for at least 2TB for a gaming PC, as you’ll likely want to download many games, and modern titles are increasingly heavy on storage. Leaving yourself enough headroom helps avoid the constant shuffle of uninstalling older games to make space for new ones, and it gives the drive more room to maintain peak performance over time.

GPU: GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 5080 AERO OC SFF

The GIGABYTE RTX 5080 AERO OC SFF is a compact, high‑end graphics card designed to match the performance ceiling of our CPU choice. It’s a striking white GPU with silver and cyan detailing, and its smaller form factor makes it ideal for builds where space and aesthetics both matter. Despite the GPU’s reduced footprint, it delivers serious power thanks to NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture, DLSS4, and 16GB of GDDR7 on a 256‑bit interface. In practice, it’s more than capable of pushing high frame rates at 4K in modern AAA titles, making it a balanced pairing for this system, especially when paired with the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

Case: Lian Li O11D EVO RGB

The Lian Li O11D EVO RGB is seen as the original fishtank case, and it is the component that gives our build its clarity. Lian Li’s O11 Dynamic EVO RGB case is the ultimate ‘Do It Yourself’ case, where PC fanatics can tailor their chassis to their own desire thanks to its modular design and flexible configuration. It has a strong front IO located at the very bottom of the front panel, with two USB 3.0 Type‑A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen2 Type‑C port, and a combo audio jack, giving you easy access to fast connectivity.

The case measures 478  × 290  × 471mm, offering plenty of room for the latest graphics cards and other large components and clean cable routing. The chassis can house up to 10 fans, but it doesn’t come with pre-installed fans, so you will need to source some yourself. You also get to tailor your setup however you like. There are also 1.5mm thick L‑shaped ARGB strips along the top and bottom that support 14 lighting modes, adjustable brightness and colour, and full motherboard sync.

PSU: Corsair RM850e

This PSU belongs to Corsair’s RMe series, which comprises fully modular, low-noise power supplies certified to ATX 3.1 and compliant with PCIe 5.0. We’ve chosen the 850W version to ensure we have enough wattage to power the GPU. Our RTX 5080 has a recommended wattage of 850W, making this a perfect choice for this system.

Whilst matching the recommended specs exactly doesn’t leave you much headroom for future upgrades, we are trying to spend within our means for this build. If you wish to opt for a higher wattage to take this into account, the 1000W variant of this power supply is a great forward-thinking alternative.

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