PC System Layout

This build was designed with both performance (for gaming) and long term reliability in mind. I wanted a system that could handle demanding workloads, support my IT projects, and deliver smooth gaming experiences without compromise. From selecting each part to managing cables and airflow, I focused on creating a machine that balances power, efficiency, and clean design.

Main PCs
HomeLab PC


Home PC:

Used Lenovo Thinkcentre M720q
  • Linux Mint
  • Intel® Core™ i5-8500T
  • 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • 1TB Samsung 990 Evo Plus
  • NO GPU, but will plan.. maybe a RX 6400?

Gaming PC:

I created a link to my PC specs via PCPartPicker. Feel free to check how much I spent!

CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 7 5800XT
Motherboard: MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws V 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4-3200
GPU: PowerColor Red Dragon AMD Radeon RX 6800 16GB GDDR6
Storage:
  • Main OS: 2TB Samsung 990 Evo Plus
  • Games: 2x2TB Samsung 860 EVO (Raid 0)
  • Documents: 4TB WD Black 7200RPM HDD (64MB Cache, not 256MB)
  • Backup Drive 1: 2TB Seagate Barracuda
  • Backup Drive 2 (extra): XPG GAMMIX 1TB S11 Pro (my old NVMe)
PSU: EVGA SuperNova 650 G2 (will upgrade for future parts)
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M
OS: Windows 11 Pro

HomeLab PCs:

Just a small specifications. For more in depth, click here for my homelab!

Lab PC: Dell Inspiron 3470
  • Proxmox VE V9.1
  • Intel® Core™ i7-8700T
  • ADATA 32GB DDR4-2400
  • Nvidia GT1030
  • 256GB M.2 SATA SSD (Proxmox VE)
  • 2x2TB PNY SSDs - 2TB for Jellyfin, 2TB for others
  • Dual Port 10G PCie Network Adapter Card
PFSense Fanless Mini PC:
  • Intel Celeron N5105
  • 8GB RAM
  • 128GB NVMe
  • 4x Intel i226 2.5G LAN
Other Devices:
  • NETGEAR 8-Port GS108T Managed Switch
  • Ubiquiti U6 Pro Wifi6