Budget 90k+ Should I go for Intel or AMD based config?

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pauldmps

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Apologies for my ignorance but I have not been keeping up with the latest CPU trends. As far as I can remember, AMD Ryzen series was the outperforming Intel series in the past few years but it seems that Intel is not offering similar performance at lower prices. I really need to decide which platform to choose. I want to save as much as possible in other components so that I can but a decent GPU. I am planning to build a PC in Jan 2022, also I am in Germany so I will check out the local prices as per the recommendations provided here.
  1. What is your budget?
    • 1L-1.2L (Can stretch further given the current GPU prices)
  2. What is your existing hardware configuration (component name - component brand and model)
    • NA
  3. Which hardware will you be keeping (component name - component brand and model)
    • NA
  4. Which hardware component are you looking to buy (component name). If you have already decided on a configuration then please mention the (component brand and model) as well, this will help us in fine tuning your requirement.
    • CPU - Need to decide Intel or AMD so that I can
    • Motherboard - any compatible motherboard
    • GPU - 3060Ti probably unless there are better options in AMD in similar (jacked up) prices?
  5. Is this going to be your final configuration or you would be adding/upgrading a component in near future. If yes then please mention when and which component
    • Hope that the config lasts for few years of gaming
  6. Where will you buy this hardware? (Online/City/TE Dealer)
    • Berlin or online German retailer
  7. Would you consider buying a second hand hardware from the TE market
    • No
  8. What is your intended use for this PC/hardware
    • Gaming
  9. Do you have any brand preference or dislike? Please name them and the reason for your preference/dislike.
    • NA
  10. If you will be playing games then which type of games will you be playing?
    • AAA Titles - Control, RDR2, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Cyberpunk 2077 etc.
  11. What is your preferred monitor resolution for gaming and normal usage
    1. Gaming - 1080p (or 4k if possible)
  12. Are you looking to overclock?
    • No
  13. Which operating system do you intend to use with this configuration?
    • WIndows 11
 
3060Ti should get you good performance at 1080p, High settings with Ray tracing enabled in most games. For CPU, you can go for AMD 5600x + B550 motherboard or Intel 12600K + Z690 Motherboard with DDR4 RAM, which ever is cheaper. Both will perform equally well.
 
Okay so I have finalised the config and already ordered the GPU.
Please go through the below config and let me know if something looks incompatible. I am a bit concerned about the clearance of the cooler (front mounted) + GPU (3-fans) in the case, but all the pictures and videos that I have seen looks like it'll fit.

Processor - AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6cores 3.70GHz
Motherboard - MSI B550M PRO-VDH WIFI
RAM - 2 x 8GB Corsair Vengeance LPX LP DDR4-3200
SSD - 1TB WD Blue SN570 NVMe
GPU - ASUS GeForce TUF RTX 3060 Ti O8G-V2 GAMING (Already purchased as its not always in stock)
PSU - 750 Watt MSI MPG A750GF Modular 80+ Gold
Case - NZXT H510 Flow MidiTower
Cooler - NZXT Kraken X53 240mm All-In-One Watercooling
Monitor - LG UltraGear 27GN800-B, 27", 1440p, 144Hz
Keyboard & Mouse - Some Logitech wireless combo that I'll decide later
 
The MSI B550M pro VDM WiFi seems like a decent board and even has a 125A Tier VRM. It should be good for the 5600X and even for a minor upgrade in CPU later on.
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Since you do not intend to overclock or upgrade much as per the first post, this should be OK..
However, if you do wish to upgrade to a higher core count CPU down the lane and run it super reliably, one tier upgrade may be looked into. This can allow you to move to even a 5950x when those are cheap on the 2nd hand market a few years down the line.
 
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