My current high-end gaming PC setup - an enthusiast-grade, totally overkill desktop build with premium peripherals, creator-focused accessories, audio gear, fast storage, and all the extras that complete the workspace. Affiliate disclosure: This page contains affiliate links.
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PC Build
Peripherals
Miscellaneous
PC Build
The main beast of the setup.
The CPU at the center of the build. Overkill, fast, and still a monster.
Intel Core i9-13900K
Helps with the LGA1700 flex issue by improving cooler contact and lowering temps.
Thermalright Contact Frame
I have the older Corsair H150i Elite CAPELLIX XT, but this is the newer version.
Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN RX RGB
Solid high-end Z790 board with the features I wanted for this build.
Asus ROG Strix Z790-E
The ridiculous part of the build. Total overkill, but that's the point.
ZOTAC RTX 5090 Solid OC
Paid $337.99 for this kit. Great RAM, but the current price is insane.
G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB 64GB DDR5
1200W PSU with plenty of headroom for this build.
Thermaltake Toughpower GF3 1200W
Mine is white. Clean case, good airflow, and easy to build in.
Fractal Design Meshify 2
I have 2 of these - one is my Windows drive, the other is my scratch disk.
Samsung 990 Pro 2TB NVMe
Main storage drive for projects, and anything else that needs fast space.
Samsung 990 Pro 4TB NVMe
I have the Seagate Exos X16 12TB HDD. Used as my main backup drive.
Seagate Exos X24 2TB HDD
I have 2 of these in black/white. Solid 140mm fans for case airflow.
Arctic BioniX P140 Fan
I have 3 of these in black/white. Solid case fans for general airflow.
Arctic BioniX F140 Fan
Used this on my old 3090 backplate with a small heatsink. Surprisingly useful little fan.
Noctua NF-A9x14 HS-PWM Fan
Peripherals
All the gear I use everyday.
Main monitor.Main monitor. Fast 1440p panel for gaming and everyday use.
Asus ROG Swift (PG27AQN) 360Hz 27" 2K
Secondary monitor. I have the older Acer XG270HU, but this is the newer/successor version.
Acer Nitro (VG271U) 144Hz 27" 2K
Main keyboard. Big, fast, and has been part of the setup for a while.
Corsair K100 RGB w/ Cherry MX
Keeps the G903 charged without thinking about it. One of those setup pieces I'd hate to lose.
Logitech G POWERPLAY 2 Wireless Charging Mouse Pad
Main mouse. I modded mine with higher-quality Japanese Omron switches.
Logitech G903 LIGHTSPEED
The switches I used to mod my G903. Replaced the stock switches with better Japanese Omrons.
Omron D2F-01F Microswitch - Japanese (x4)
Main headphones. Comfortable for long sessions and solid for gaming.
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm
Main mic for voice, content, and everyday use.
Sennheiser Profile
Runs the DT 770s and gives me quick audio control at the desk.
Sound BlasterX G6
Useful for shortcuts, stream controls, and quick actions without digging through menus.
Elgato Stream Deck XL
Hands-free controls for the setup. Niche, but actually useful once it's mapped.
Elgato Stream Deck Pedal
I have 2 of these. Easy way to access loose SATA drives without opening the PC.
Sabrent USB 3.0 to SATA External HDD
Handy for external NVMe drives, transfers, and quick access to spare storage.
Sabrent USB 3.2 to External NVMe
Miscellaneous
The extra stuff around the setup that doesn't really fit anywhere else, but still matters.
I have the TITAN Evo 2022 Series XL. Big chair, comfortable, and built for long sessions.
Secretlab TITAN Evo Black3
I have the 40" x 47" x 1/5" version. Keeps the chair rolling cleanly.
MuArts Chair Mat
Simple mesh Wi-Fi setup that keeps the house covered without overcomplicating it.
TP-Link Deco X55 Mesh System
Simple 16-port switch for keeping the wired side of the setup clean.
TP-Link TL-SG116E Switch
I have the 3.3ft and 10ft versions. Solid cables for charging and everyday use.
Anker USB C Cable 100W - 10ft
Basic wireless charger that stays on the desk and does its job.
Nanami Qi Wireless Charging Stand
Small car charger that's useful to keep around for quick charging on the go.
Anker 30W Car Charger
Mine are black. Older earbuds, but still useful as a spare pair.
JBL LIVE 300
Simple streaming stick that works well.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
I have 5 of these. Simple storage cases for keeping loose drives protected.
Orico Hard Drive Case (x5)
Used this on my Pixel 6 Pro. Basic case, but it held up well.
Caseology Vault Case: Google Pixel 6 Pro
Desk power strip with surge protection. Nothing exciting, just useful.
Belkin Surge Protector
Anker Soundcore Boost Speaker Small desk speaker that’s useful when I don’t want to use headphones.
Anker Soundcore Boost Speaker
This isn't the exact model I have. I use two of the older discontinued arms.
