Gaming PC Build | AMD Ryzen 5 7600X | RTX 4080 Aero | Fractal Design North | NZXT Kraken Z53

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, Fractal Design North Case, NZXT Kraken Z53, Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4080 AERO, HP FX900 Pro, ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A, G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 DDR5 6000, EVGA 1000 Gold, CableMod Pro ModMesh Sleeved Cable Extension Kit
► Happy New Year everyone. If you have any questions, please let me know.
► Note:
Total cost of building this PC without the GPU is $1732
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4080 AERO MSRP is $1300
► Thanks to Biwintech for sending me a HP FX900 Pro. For more information visit: biwintechnology.com
HP FX900 Pro 2 TB Solid State Drive amzn.to/3VTm1k6
► Thanks to CableMod for sending me a review samples. For more information visit: cablemod.com/
cablemod.com/product/cablemod...
► Parts list: (Amazon & Newegg affiliate)
AMD Ryzen™ 5 7600X amzn.to/3VICXtl Newegg newegg.io/ncd372c41d
Fractal Design North Case amzn.to/3XwI7dj Newegg newegg.io/nce5b31497
EVGA 1000W Gold Power Supply amzn.to/3CwHjwZ Newegg newegg.io/nc5d72ddfb
ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A GAMING WIFI 6E Socket AM5 amzn.to/3numJsx Newegg newegg.io/nca3063b67
G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5 6000 amzn.to/40rzoLh Newegg newegg.io/nc51c05035
HP FX900 Pro 2 TB Solid State Drive amzn.to/3VTm1k6 Newegg newegg.io/nc4f7197e1
NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB 240mm amzn.to/3Ggw9xg Newegg newegg.io/nc276dd0ca
NZXT Kraken XZ AM5 bracket support.nzxt.com/hc/en-us/art...
(6)NZXT F120 RGB Fans amzn.to/3jZX5dz Newegg newegg.io/nc5dba247a
NZXT RGB & Fan Controller amzn.to/3GyKRRR Newegg newegg.io/nc045f17a6
12VHPWR white GPU extension amzn.to/3ikA9Fc
CableMod Pro ModMesh Sleeved Cable Extension Kit (White) amzn.to/3VTZIe7
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4080 AERO amzn.to/3X89AT3 Newegg newegg.io/ncdaeb60be
► Tool:
Xiaomi USB Cordless Electric Screwdriver amzn.to/3w5OauN
► Wall:
Art3d Textures 3D Wall Panels White amzn.to/36fhkNh
► Camera:
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
► Music:
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Golden Skin - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist. epidemicsound.com
Conundrums (Instrumental Version) - Pandaraps. epidemicsound.com
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Arcade by LAKEY INSPIREDINSPIRED
SoundCloud: / lakeyinspired
Instagram: / lakeyinspired
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RESPECOGNIZE - Diamond Ortiz
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[@ellypsis603]

that card is gigantic 🤣🤣

[@AntibirthTheDemon]

It almost doesn’t fit in the case xd

[@hollisnelson5925]

Happy New Year PC Technician. Looking forward to another year of viewing your stellar builds. You're off to a great start with this one. The cable on the GPU was a nice finishing touch. All the best to you in 2023.

[@PCTechnician]

Thank you always for your nice warm comments. I wish you a great year ahead.

[@MikeRomo]

I just got the case and am nervous about moving all my stuff over- this is super helpful; thank you!

[@fairycat]

I am so happy manufactures started making white version of their chases with bright glass.

[@cryx4]

The fractal North is such a well designed case for this kind of build. Its *just* big enough to fit a top end card.

[@RobertBIrish]

Another work of art! thank you!

[@clarkhortel6372]

Great build, gonna use this as a guide for my build. Thank you!

[@meg6pat]

Nice gpu cable. Please more of a cable management, only couple of shots. Need to see how you do it.

[@propcusto]

ahhh soo good to my eyes. thank you pc technician!

[@stevenc2937]

I never miss any of your amazing videos. Your builds are impressive !

[@PCTechnician]

Thank you so much 😀

[@AdrianRusu95]

So clean! 🤩

[@jamessheard7067]

Your builds always surprise me, even using a more budget b560 board, and low end of new AM5 CPUs too. Better than most and more relatable to PC gamers , cant wait for your next build ideas. Happy new year,

[@PCTechnician]

Thank you so much 😀

[@psadlkfpsk]

The 4080 aero is not very relatable lmao

[@thesolidsnek8096]

thats a b650

[@skjisupak]

Beautiful!

[@GiangNguyen-timay2928]

Always easy to understand and followed. :D Nice build😁

[@kaptenhiu5623]

I like that you stop your whole speed build process just to admire the GPU freshly out from the box. It must be the most expensive thing in this PC. Also... wow... it's HUGE!

[@impulsed07]

I love the white cover on the fd north, it kinda makes the gpu look less big by hiding how close it is to the fans

[@Wing387]

Awesome build!

[@UncraftedPlays]

What an awesome case. 01:12 Watch out for the M.2s, though, they're being bent quite a lot; I normally just don't screw them in 100%.

[@xdeftonesx]

I know im going to see an awesome build when ur videos pop up

[@JohnnyGibbons]

Fantastic build, would have been nice to see how the cable management was tackled, though.

[@numbone]

If you make your 24pin cable wrap down and out you can cover those front panel connectors.

[@mnz19921]

Cool space heater!

[@gabika07rh]

The most beautiful built ever seen.

[@redochua]

That's a beautiful build God damn

[@genji_k4675]

Clean build ❤

[@kishor1228]

Beautiful PC.... Nice job showing reality of messy cable management.

[@T.C.Fatih.]

Beyond wonderful.Greetings from Turkey.

[@matheusnogz]

You're an Artist

[@gr4ened]

you js helped me a lot im buing a new pc with the same motherboard and i didnt know if i could do all da cable stuff on the motherboard

[@David-tf9kd]

Nice Build Bro!

[@lazkopat3778]

That Aero 4080 is just absolutely colossal dude what even is that lmao

[@vluurz]

geez what a card!

[@jelanifinnie5040]

Those beats tho!!

[@jdwalz]

That was plenty cool. Never seen thermal gel applied like that, but far be it from me to question an artist.

[@48some]

i just wanted to thank you for this video because it was a guideline for my build. I got the Fractal North With a NZXT b650e and went for a R7 7800X3D and 32 Gb a Kraken Z53. The card is still an older one a RTX 2080Ti but i will switch to the RTX 4080 Aero like in your video. Massive thanks again

[@PCTechnician]

I'm glad that it worked out for you. Have fun with your new PC.

[@user-th6bg4gc8l]

yesss

[@ramadolman6735]

10/10 build 🎉

[@koreanhacker]

I was wondering how the RTX 4080 Aero is going to fit here. Looks good!

[@atriusvinius319]

Looks good but cools badly

[@jragadio]

I noticed not a lot of sag. Did you use the included Gigabyte sag bracket or does the case come with some sag bracket built in?

[@normified]

​@@jragadio kzbin.info/www/bejne/opqmmaxta9OEgJY skip to about 10 minutes in and he explains it, basically stacking pcie slot covers to make a point of contact where it isn't provided on the bracket for the card. Used it on my 6900xt and it work perfectly. Not to say this is what they did, but what they might have done.

[@ItsYurVatoAlex]

@@jragadiodoesn’t look like he did, if you notice just before he plugs in the gpu you don’t see included brackets

[@tyeh101]

The bracket from Gigabyte is mounted on the motherboard and the top of GPU. Won’t be easy to spot here.

[@techsteveo7913]

Great build. Bet it sounds like a jet engine when gaming. Lol.

[@plum3338]

i got the same case and motherboard! haven’t seen anyone else get those LOL

[@48some]

beautifull!! im inspired to make the exact same PC ! thank you ! it costs a bit but then again you will get something. Just a question do you have a video about this case with the front fans lights on ? im curious if its distracting.

[@PCTechnician]

I don't have a video for front light. Yes it can be distracting but you can always turn it off.

[@fyzx]

A very clean build man, good job! Do you think the Z53 would do a good job cooling a stressed 7700X too?

[@PCTechnician]

Yes, definitely

[@BelliSenior]

Amazing video, was literally going to do something like this for my next build but in a black color theme, just curious about two things tho 1. How is the ram clearance with a aio ( planning on corsair h100i with the lcd) and is it a must to use low profile ram (like the one you used, bcs was looking at the same but in black) or fan i get like a trident z rgb 2. How is the gpu power connector like is it pushing against the glass at all and reckon i can get away using corsairs adapter since cablemod doesnt ship to where im at Would really appreciate if you can help me out here, also once again great video and absolute stunning build

[@PCTechnician]

1. Ram clearance is almost never a problem if you use AIO. 2. There is enough room for a GPU cable.

[@GuillaumePhelipeau]

Very good 😆

[@djbbybnz4444]

Even if you don't upload frequently, you never disappoint! Always worth the wait!

[@gerryleb8575]

Thinking of same build except air-cooled.

[@Zynonsis]

pls update ur pc build every week please 😢 i like this channel from thailand fanclub 😊😊

[@JoseGarcia-uj7rm]

Seeing this in 2024… do you recommend the b650e-f over the Type A model? I have a 4060ti 16gb (I know)

[@shahzadhaider9195]

Good

[@SylarPC]

Can you cable manage the pump cords better

[@jamessheard7067]

Any change you could get your hands on the new NV7 from Phanteks and do a build, a serious amount of fans for that, wondering how realistic it is.

[@PCTechnician]

I don't have plans for NV7 but I'm pretty sure it will be all over KZbin.

[@XxApo07xX]

Even i dont prefer white builds theyre fantastic

[@raizt1596]

Where did you get the white jumper cables for the PSU? Those look great!

[@PCTechnician]

Check out the description for parts links & detailed information

[@franklinsky]

dibs!😀🤣

[@Ninja_Champagne]

Nice, I'm also running an Ryzen 7600X with an RTX 4080 FE. But I will upgrade to the 7800X3D whenever that releases.

[@fyzx]

Why are you considering the swap from the 7600X to the 7800X3D if I may ask? Working on a spec list for my upcoming build, so I'm curious.

[@Ninja_Champagne]

@@fyzx 3D v cache is known offer huge performance gains for gaming, so I'm just trying to maximize the RTX 4080 performance.

[@tizzlackrap]

how i ur cpu so cold? i run my 5 7600x in idle and got 51 C with a kraken z73

[@AniketBaniket]

sick pc :D Is the 4080 aero even bigger than regular 4080s? it looks massive!? :D

[@PCTechnician]

Almost all RTX 4080s are huge

[@AniketBaniket]

@@PCTechnician yeah ik but for some reason this one looks even bigger haha

[@harshagautam9664]

Can I use the NZXT Z73 AIO Cooler on an AM5 Socket Motherboard with an AM4 Kit? Please let me know...

[@PCTechnician]

Yes it works. You can also request AM5 kit for free support.nzxt.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=8514455568539

[@cheroiurobert7255]

Best looking build ive seen , only one concern , are the cpu temp Good? 92 seems a little toasty will a 7800x3d run cooler?

[@PCTechnician]

90 Max temperature is pretty normal for new Ryzen CPUs. It's fine.

[@younesshono9293]

amazing video, i was wondering why didnt you use the video card support bracket and can i use mine without a bracket because i just orderd the same video card and i dont know if the bracket will fit in my case

[@PCTechnician]

I didn't use it on this video but, yes I would recommend using a GPU bracket as this GPU is really heavy.

[@younesshono9293]

Thank you for replying to me🙏🏻

[@yoteamlo]

So I find this video looking for the tempetures on a ryzen 5 7600 using a Kraken X53 but I really loved this case and build overall. But how good are the temps? I saw 91C on this cpu while using cinebench, but if that is the case even with this cooler then there is no point.

[@PCTechnician]

It's not the case. New Ryzen CPUs are known to reach up to 95C with any coolers.

[@AkiraT-xg6ys]

i have same cpu and motherboart with Be Quiet Dark Rock 4 pro

[@miso6217]

I'm looking at an almost identical build, except all in black. Is it not possible to install the AIO on the front and put a 4070ti in this case ? I feel the 240 AIO is not enough, really need a 280 or a 360..

[@PCTechnician]

280mm won't fit on the top but it fits on front. RTX 4070 ti should fit in there.

[@DannysDesigns]

I’m building a new PC very similar!! I have one question as of right now lol.. Do I need the AM5 bracket?

[@PCTechnician]

It works fine out of the box but NZXT highly recommend the AM5 bracket.

[@MrMonzter0]

why the intro music sound like the high on life final bounty ambience.

[@iLikeiTSoaked]

What’s up with your GPU clock speed?

[@bigdhav]

That cable management must be a nightmare with all of those extensions

[@PCTechnician]

Cable management itself isn't bad. But unlike other cases, this case has very slim space which makes it harder.

[@hardwarefan5432]

Hello, nice video ! Do you have a video slider for the sliding cinematics or what ? Thank you !

[@PCTechnician]

Yes I used a camera slider & turntable

[@hardwarefan5432]

@@PCTechnician Thank you for the reply ! do you have an affiliate link for the camera slider ?

[@testchannel5267]

i made this the day rtx 4080 came out almost same components 🤭

[@tszmoe1894]

Thanks for your video. Is the GPU limit is exactly 355mm? I want to install Zotac 4080 which is 356.1 mm.

[@PCTechnician]

GPU max length is 355 mm so it may not fit

[@Owsz]

Hey i have nearly the exact same build Mobo / case / ram / CPU.. everything's great but The 7600x heats up all the way to 90 degrees when opening something, Chrome for example on launch it heats up to 90 degrees and then it goes back down to around 40-50 degrees, In games its around 50 too but just opening the initial program it ramps up insanely to then go down again? The stress test i did on Furmark i have to abord it cus after clicking the start button it instantly goes to 95+ degrees. I used tha right standoffs like you did for AM5 i applied different thermal paste i am using the NZXT kraken 240 cooler and the cooler works, so i have no idea how to fix it.. Any idea? Thank you

[@PCTechnician]

New Ryzen CPUs are known to hit up to 95C for max but it should come down during the games I'm not sure if your PC constantly hits over 95C. Hopefully your AIO pump is not the issue.

[@Kana-ux1bg]

Can you please tell me what cables did u use for 8+4 cpu power ? I only got one 8pin cable with my psu 😂 i got corsair rm850 or something like that

[@PCTechnician]

I'm using a cable extension but you should have 8+4 cable with your PSU.

[@venusprinzj8094]

The I5 13600k is probably the best Gaming CPU right now.

[@PharaohofVibes]

is that AIO enough to cool that CPU? or is it just for aesthetic? i was looking at the arctic AIO for a ryzen build

[@colachan4668]

Why not just use a 20-dollar air cooler? and use the money u saved to buy a 7700x or wait for 7700, which includes a free cooler :)

[@PCTechnician]

New Ryzen CPU is very hot. AIO is recommended and Arctic, NZXT, EK, are top AIO products.

[@ashutoshbulsara4544]

Hi there Just a quick question the Kraken X53 requires a specific AM5 mounting bracket or will the one in the box with a AIO work?

[@PCTechnician]

Even though the AM4 bracket will fit, NZXT recommends using the new AM5 bracket to prevent possible damage.

[@AkiraT-xg6ys]

i use Be quiet Dark Rock pro 4 with same CPU and motherboard (ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A wifi gamming and 7600x) and work perfect no need brackets

[@user-se8rs5vl6l]

한국 채널 인가요? 질문있습니다 수랭 달때 어떤 영상에서 파이브가 밑에서 위로 가면 효과가 없다고 나오던데 사실일까요 ? 컴초보라 샐프 장착좀 하려는데요 ㅎㅎ

[@PCTechnician]

안녕하세요. 지난 몇년가 수냉 설치에대해 많은 이견이 있는데 한가지만 기억하시면 됩니다. 라디에이터 맨 윗부분이 펌프 위에만 설치되면 됩니다. 가장좋은 라디에어터 위치는 케이스 위부분이고 라디에어터 위부분이 펌프보다 위에만 있다면 케이스 앞에 설치시 튜브가 위 또는 아래로 향해도 상관업습니다.

[@ARCbirdman]

new dream gpu😭😭

[@Ostin-G]

A real muscle car. But where is the video card holder?

[@PCTechnician]

Yup! GPU support is highly recommended as this GPU is really heavy.

[@mysticqro950]

7:25 is the PCIE 5.0 extension cable you used here compatible with non-PCIE 5 PSUs? I have a MSI a750gf PSU but it’s not PCIE 5.0… will the extension still work?

[@PCTechnician]

It works with any PSU with three VGA power connectors.

[@mysticqro950]

@@PCTechnician ok thank you. I fairly new to 40 series graphics card so the new PCIE 5 cables are confusing to me. I bought this exact same gpu but I wanted to get rid of the ugly adapter it came with it :)

[@lils.]

Bonjour , j’aimerais savoir si dans ce boîtier un N7-z690 en carte mère , un z54 240mm , 7900xtx red devil rentrerait ? J’ai peur au niveau du watercooling en haut qu’il passe pas à cause de la carte mère

[@PCTechnician]

Yes 240 AIO & 7900xtx red devil fits here

[@lils.]

@@PCTechnician d’accord merci beaucoup 🙏🏽 car sur la fiche technique du produit le z53 en 240mm est trop grand pourtant je vois plusieurs vidéos ou il rentre sans souci , ça me rassure

[@Paul-fy6qv]

Can you use the black version of the case in a non-rgb build? :D

[@PCTechnician]

Maybe. I think black one looks good too.

[@0mnilegacy]

I keep seeing this case but no where to buy it…

[@stormking1973]

Would you say there is still adequate space for a sound card under the GPU in the lowest vacant PCIE slot?

[@PCTechnician]

You can use the lowest slot but it's really tight.

[@stormking1973]

@@PCTechnician A smaller 4090 will be fine then

[@sgt.greenbean4155]

We’re you able to enable the rated speed for the ram in the bios?

[@PCTechnician]

Yes

[@camilosalcedo6897]

bueno

[@Desert_Sky]

I'm planning on doing a build just like this with the Fractal North. Do you have any issues with the cooling?

[@PCTechnician]

Cooling is fine. Only problem with the case is there is not enough room for the back of the case. I wouldn't use a cable extension.

[@Desert_Sky]

@@PCTechnician what do you mean by that? There isn't enough room for cable management?

[@1anfinity08]

It's coming to a point where we insert the motherboard to the GPU instead of the other way around 😂

[@user-sl2it3sb9f]

屬實是錢花在刀柄上

[@Nztytech]

is it worth using this case for 4080?

[@marvelbombay5237]

Will it not bottleneck? 😏

[@hopebroken6986]

i have question . can nzxt z73 fit in that case i was wondering

[@PCTechnician]

Any AIO above 280mm will not fit here

[@hopebroken6986]

​@PCTechnician i was building pc in black north and build same as your video but mother board is white any recommendation on motherboards

[@michaeldavies2019]

It would be nice if I could actually find a Fractal North 😂

[@PS3BOYELITE]

How did you receive the AM5 mounting hardware for the cooler?

[@PCTechnician]

You may now request brackets from NZXT support.nzxt.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?_gl=1*1tg3vii*_ga*MTQxNjk3Mzc5MS4xNjYzNjAxNTky

[@PS3BOYELITE]

@@PCTechnician thanks so much

[@hybrid11theory75]

Thinking about a similiar build. Does an AIO with 280mm radiators still fit on top with this case?

[@PCTechnician]

No. It will interfere with the motherboard.

[@hybrid11theory75]

@@PCTechnician Damn. These new cards are so massive, Would you reccommend using it in the front or is the gpu simply too big for a 280 in this case?

[@PCTechnician]

@@hybrid11theory75 280mm fits in the front but then again you can't use 4080 together.

[@hybrid11theory75]

@@PCTechnician Very helpful. Thx for the quick info!

[@sagebeer]

No link for the case? But for the wall panels of all things... Just why

[@PCTechnician]

Sold out atm

[@n1quez]

Hey John! Quick question: Is KZbin your only job or do you have another job to make your living? Also great build and great vids! ❤️

[@PCTechnician]

I work as a full-time PC technician.

[@Bebesitaaa11]

I have the same motherboard with R9 7900x , with 4070ti it will work fine? Helpppp

[@PCTechnician]

Yes

[@RyumonieBlackshot]

i already have 360mm liquid cooler, do i still need the case fans?

[@PCTechnician]

Make neutral airflow as possible. Let's say if you have 360 AIO, all AIO's fans are exhausted so it will be better to have three intake system fans as well.

[@RyumonieBlackshot]

thanks so much for your advice! couldn't find an answer after doing so much research lol@@PCTechnician

[@66orhun]

Does AM5 bracket for NZXT Z53 comes with in box or you had to buy yourself?

[@PCTechnician]

You can buy it for $5-15 or get one free at NZXT support.nzxt.com/hc/en-us/articles/8315643109019-Will-NZXT-Provide-an-AM5-bracket-

[@66orhun]

@@PCTechnician i dont know some resources says it is compatible with AM5 out of box. I got confused

[@PCTechnician]

Yes it works out the box but AM5 bracket is highly recommended by NZXT.

[@66orhun]

@@PCTechnician thanks for information

[@sgt.greenbean4155]

How’s the PC doing? Noticed that you used Intel XMP 3.0 ram on a AM5 mobo

[@PCTechnician]

Rock solid. You can use XMP3.0 rams on AM5.

[@sgt.greenbean4155]

@@PCTechnician Thank you so much!, because I was planning on buying that exact same mobo and didn’t know about the ram compatibility on it👍🏼

[@ssaini5028]

@@PCTechnician 7600x is fast, 7800X3D around the corner...possible upgrade?