I Built My Dream ITX Gaming PC

[@michaelbakker5720]

I love the shout-out to Optimum Tech for help. I think he's been one of the biggest influences for the SFF community. That extra step for custom cables would certainly clean it up! Let's see an HC/OT collab!

[@ab185]

Optimum Tech is the 🐐🐐🐐

[@geort45]

I still don't understand why so many builds of big channels don't have custom cables. DIY of custom cables has been around for AGES, it was perfected many many years ago, and if they're in USA they could get cablemod if time allowed and didn't want to do it themselves

[@baileyk]

i legit clicked on this video thinking it was optimum tech

[@MrDutch1e]

Not sure why he didn't just go with an sf750 and a custom 16 pin for the gpu.

[@jebusnazareth1869]

@@ab185 He frequently draws content ideas from the SFFnetwork forums without even a link on video descriptions to help support the community. He's famous but he stands on the shoulder of giants he does not acknowledge. It's a bit disappointing he finds the time to add affiliate links but consistently neglects the giant community where he draws inspiration and knowledge from...

[@NightFoxZero]

The cinematography is second to none in the tech space, absolutely incredible shots

[@Carlos_Teixeira_Drums]

I agree ! It's like movie quality !

[@Unicornpirate]

Yup. Got some Optimum Tech vibes from the intro

[@Jacketz123]

For sure, this channel and Optimum’s both have great camera work

[@thearchitecturalgamer6652]

Sometimes it’s nice to come to a pc channel that isn’t all about the biggest-baddest pc tech but is more just a chill vibe around pc’s and building them. I don’t always watch y’all’s videos but when I do, they’re always top-tier and have my attention the whole way through. 🍻

[@krazyfrog]

Everybody who gets this case talks about using the bottom fan mount as intake, which I don't understand. The GPU and CPU have sufficient intake since they are both right next to the side panels. Both tend to then dump their heat within the case so if anything the bottom mount should always be used for exhaust.

[@MonkeyZeus194]

Hot air rises. Why not take advantage of that?

[@ChillBuilds]

@@MonkeyZeus194 Convection is extremely weak, usually almost negligible. The thing is, the replacement air has to come from somewhere if you set it to exhaust, which could end up recycling hot air anyway. I'm not sure it makes much difference at all.

[@ykh1992us]

I remember a video from Optimum Tech finding that setting the bottom fans to exhaust on these SFF cases to be better than setting them to intake. So, you're right.

[@vensroofcat6415]

For my last 2 builds I have shortened original power cables. You don't have to throw them away and buy expensive custom sets. All you need is to shorten one end of like 3 cables, which is 50% less work. Requires minor investment in tools and pins which is roughly in line with popular extension cable sets. But you learn a new skill and the fit will be perfect. And eventually you can do full color custom setups if you decide to do so or could recycle cut cables for different projects since those lose ends already have pin on one end. I learned from Optimum Tech. Except I use hot knife to cut original sleeves/insulation. So you cut and melt/fix them in one move. Works good enough for me.

[@ImOnMy116]

One of my favorite videos from you Eber, enjoyed the discussion and background on component selection and the build process, great shots / editing as well! This is a great window into the passion that drives this hobby!

[@GetShrektMrKrabs]

If you want a cheap and easy undervolt, I would mess with your LLC (load line calibration) in the bios. This will adjust your vcore voltage ranges. Throw it on cinebench between each level to see if it falls in line with what you want. Works well on 13th gen

[@josephsanford6209]

The build looks amazing! Also, love the Optimum Tech shoutout. He’s the entire reason I got into SFF builds

[@ZubinSaxena]

I did a 5800x3d with 4090FE in Terra. Id cooling IS55 for CPU and a Noctua exhaust under GPU. Undervolted the amd and have a custom fan curve. Love it so far, it’d powerful, not too noisy, and looks lovely on the desk.

[@ethaneaves_04]

I have a 5800x3d also what mobo did you go with

[@ZubinSaxena]

@@ethaneaves_04 I reused the asus b450-i from my previous PC.

[@angelgonzalez7746]

I love my Terra. I ended up building it with a 6800xt and a 5700x. At first, I tried fitting the case with a Noctua NH-L9x65, but the temperature of the GPU and CPU were pretty bad. I ended up using a smaller cooler and I found that putting the gpu further away from the grate side-panel helped keep my temperature low. It runs great now.

[@Ivan-xg1hx]

What’s the smaller cooler you are using?

[@angelgonzalez7746]

The much shorter Noctua L9a!

[@abdullahnaeem7275]

hey man how are temps within differnet games your playing currently

[@charlesrocco8664]

This came out great. Thanks for the video. It was well needed after today’s work day. That 4070 was a great choice and looks fantastic. Cheers!

[@HardwareCanucks]

Thanks 👍

[@brafya]

this one almost had me won over but after seeing ali from optimumtech jam a 4090 and 7800x3d into the new dancases and have it average 60 to 70c that one just seems unbeatable

[@vincentvega3093]

Yeah but the cooling components are like a thousand additional buckeroos

[@ashflame6888]

@@vincentvega3093 you need to pay attention....... it was a noctua and an FE card. Learn to read better.

[@brafya]

​@@vincentvega3093 oh it was more about the case itself i meant, you could shove whatever you wanted into it or the same parts ebert used if one wanted, ali did make an aircooled version of it too tho that didnt spend thousands on cooling but was just noisier which is the usual for aircooling anyways.

[@scholarsofthedevil]

Optimum is just built different, the true goat

[@revolutionx4080]

Agreed, I'm rocking a 13900k with a 4090 in the Formd T1 sames as OT, but I only cool the cpu, and the 4090 fe is air cool

[@balesjo]

I have to agree, these are absolutely beautiful cases. I particularly love the Jade and the Black case for the way they look with the wood trim on the front.

[@Semi-Detached]

I picked up a Jade model of the Terra and love how it looks. I mostly moved a lot of components I already had into it from my main built that was having some heat issues in the ITX case it was in. I was using a Ryzen 5 5600x with a Noctua NH-L9a and while it was able to keep it cool, it was a little too loud. I swapped it out for a NH-L9x65 and now it is pretty much silent even when gaming. GPU is an MSI RTX 3070 Ventus 2x. I have been very happy with the build over all and especially the case, though I wish I had not gotten RGB RAM.

[@toddkennedydesign2724]

You have the wrong PSU listed. The Silverstone Hela 850R is a ATX PSU and not a SFX that is needed in this build. I unfortunately followed your advice and didn't check (fool me once) and now need to buy the correct PSU. Please correct before others follow your incorrect advice.

[@codybeverly9756]

The moment he said I want a statement piece for something you're not going to see inside a case is when I stopped listening. I like the looks of the case but not worried about colors of things on the inside of it...

[@ECPUz]

Yes! Love compact builds like this.

[@supraboid]

Love the build! One thing I would change is the cooler to the Thermalright AXP120-x67. Same height and clearance as the Big Shuriken 3, but it has an extra heat pipe which REALLY sets it apart from the Big Shuriken 3. On top of that the fins on the cooler are orientated vertically so the path of air flow is much smoother, making the cooler much more efficient. I've had both and tested both in my FormD T1 and I would definitely give it a look if you want to tame the CPU a bit more. On the end note of a potential 120mm fan on the bottom, you'd actually want it to be an exhaust. that'll promote more air pulling through the side panels to help the GPU cooler more effectively.

[@Notorious544d]

I keep seeing this reference to horizontal and vertical fin orientation. What does it mean?

[@supraboid]

@@Notorious544d it’s referring to the fins that the heat pipe go through. If the fins are up and down vertically in the same orientation as your airflow then it doesn’t have to make a 90 degree turn to exit the cooler.

[@ANTIPLANETRECORDS]

theres nothing worse than wanting a pc so bad but you can never afford to get one and watch videos like this and depress yourself

[@xinjinpiig4062]

Just buy it parts by parts

[@xinjinpiig4062]

Only cpu and gpu is missing in my build

[@thatdudeghosty6817]

ull get there one day man

[@AliAkbar17429]

I don't get depressed but think about time when I will grow up and buy it myself. I don't feel depressed but I become excited and happy.

[@jace_albers]

I bought my first pc for 130 bucks i loved it

[@christianaltamura]

I agree. I just got this case. My favorite case to build in, use, and look at, of all time. Its incredible.

[@make.one.studio]

This is an amazing build Eber! One of my top favorite PC builds for sure!

[@jeremygrice109]

I just built my first gaming PC in years and went with the Terra case as well. It's such a clean looking case and was super easy to get up and running

[@ktmrthiru]

Those product shots are awesome and a great visual design.....

[@davidfluty7213]

I have the Asus Dual 4070 and love it! Quiet and powerful it meets my needs.

[@extremegraphicstech]

This is the sort of content and cinematography I wish I could do on my Channel, is so beautiful

[@aaronlee6821]

For my build, I went with * Graphite color Fractal Design Terra case * Asus B760I motherboard (I hate that external hive on the Z790I which in my opinion defeats the whole purpose of a small easy to transport ITX system) * Intel 17-13700K * Thermalright AXP120-X67 CPU cooler (it doesn't fit with the heat pipes over the power heat sink, so rather the heat pipes need to go over the RAM, limiting RAM height) * Low-profile 64GB DDR-5600 memory * Seasonic Focus SGX 650W PSU * No GPU (I don't need a GPU for my application) I'm very pleased with the performance and aesthetics of the system. Without needing a GPU, there are smaller cases available, but I've been very happy with Fractal Design cases and decided to continue with them. This and a more robust system in the Fractal Design North case are my two main computer systems, and the wood front on both complement each other, though I mainly use the Terra system for going on the road. Thanks for the video!

[@HardwareCanucks]

Nice build!

[@smudlicko]

This is actually the first time ever I see a build that I would like to own too and that’s coming from someone that usually owns more than one pc….the quality of video of yours is superb btw

[@MitternachtAngel]

Right choices. Is rare these days to see big channels building a pc that actually makes sense.

[@CodeCube-rv1rm]

I’m trying to work out how putting a 13700K in there is the right choice unless his goal is to make mini pizzas in the comfort of his room. I think we got a brief glimpse of his BIOS setting enforcing all of intel’s limits, so I’m going to assume that quite a bit of nerfing was done quietly. However, for similar price and performance, you can get a Ryzen 9 7900 that runs 65W-95W stock out of the box and probably doesn’t need such a big chungus cooler

[@ZER0_G]

Excellent craft. Beautiful machine, music, and build sequence. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Masterpiece.

[@Ciz4Crummy]

I’ve been loving SFF more and more, what a build!

[@PaulC001]

i built this same box. it was noisy while running like you would not believe. i ended up dremmeling out the sides and replacing the slots with screen material from a literal screen window. the metal kind not that nylon stuff. i washed it with some muriatic acid to get it nice and silvery. but that didn't look right so i ended up painting it with black high temp exhaust spray paint. it has a great flat black appearance, and it's what i had kinda like the screen. anyway! now the box runs cool and very reasonably quiet.

[@joeykeilholz925]

I mean if you're going to talk about CPUs drawing too much power, id hope you go with amd, but if it works, ok lol. Could probably do a 7900x3d on ECO mode and have more room for gaming + streaming with more cores. If you really want quicksync I guess that's your prerogative Looks good as hell in the end!

[@frankhu8692]

yeah, that 850 is really overkill, i use my 5950x and 4080 on 600w still fine

[@torporvasflam8670]

The cinematography is *chef's kiss* good. Beautifully shot.

[@lupinelp9226]

I've been holding off on buying a prebuild, let alone attempting to build my own gaming pc. But this has made me rethink the decision. That green case is gorgeous.

[@NoFailer]

Keep an eye out on those Gen 5 SSDs. They are known to overheat and hit like 70+ °C

[@marcosousaesteves]

i bought that exact GPU a week ago, and it really is super quiet. Beautiful build.

[@LiveLNXgaming]

So the main problem I have seen with these super small builds is that putting 4090s and big parts in just don't run well. It will look nice and work but after 30min of high load things start to hit their heat limit.

[@JustRockIt141]

I was building the same set up but after some research I don't believe that fan (or this case setup in general) can take care of the 13700k. There were tons of people reporting that their temp easily shot up to 100C + when running this set up with normal voltage.

[@Weezedog]

The overhang on the big shuriken 3 is intended to go over the rear I/O and not over the memory. It should clear the rear I/O and allow any height of memory to be used.

[@HardwareCanucks]

It doesn't in this situation. Hence why Scythe is releasing a new one this year.

[@Dex4Sure]

I would've gone with i5 13600K honestly. i7 runs pretty hot with that cooler.

[@Tiza1]

and more budget friendly

[@syntaxerorr]

Yeah that what they call FPS2 card has no pin outs or manual info! For anyone one wondering the + pin on the power LED is towards the right ( I would assume it's the same for hdd light.).

[@BeholdAtlas]

Welcome to SFF! I really feel you on the fitment issues, that's something I experienced in when I first got into SFF. Great build, I'm super impressed with the thermals. I have the Louqe Raw S1 and love the look.

[@MichaelShimansky]

word of adive right here: if you are going to build a ITX machine, the asus b550-i mobo does not work with the 40 series gpus. there is a power management issue with them and asus has not fixed this issue and its almost been over a year now.

[@TheCuttz1984]

Perfect. I just built in the new Corsair d2000 I absolutely love this case. The i7 was a no brainer for me also

[@RobertF]

Hardware Canucks have the best B Roll on YT. Love Eber's videos, amazing audio.

[@larsvaahlmar1784]

How did we end-up admiring the amazing craftsmanship put into ... a box? ... Just a box that houses electronic components.

[@ralieghwhite9076]

I have this EXACT GPU. My upgrade from a 3060ti, and it is SO insanely good! Perfect for power to performance to size imo. I blast the vast majority of my games at 90-120fps at 4k with all the eye candy on. Amazing choice!

[@anoobis_]

You can always make a custom acrylic/glass cover if you want to show the interior.

[@ryancondie283]

I want to do a build with a 7800x3D in this case. The 3D chips are the most efficient on the market currently so I think they would be an excellent fit for SFF.

[@zafert85]

the full copper axp90--x53 actually cools better than the shuriken. Its actually the best LP cooler under 66mm

[@Tech-Tempest]

Love the Mass Effect inspired track during the build sequence

[@7073shea]

That drive speed is bonkers

[@Dvlx1]

One of the best looking GPU's I've ever seen.

[@ChristopherGreerCDN]

Awesome work with the B-roll footage composition, the editing, and the music.

[@deviouslaw]

honestly though, the slight restraint of going with the 4070 is appreciated. There is no need for every build to be i9/Ryzen 9/X3D and 4090.

[@theinfinitynerd4954]

Recognised the box for that GPU in the background as soon as the video started. I have that exact one, it's so gorgeous, I wish I could attach build pics here

[@notchipotle]

I really love the new asus dual GPU design, looks clean and the temperature is really good for a small card

[@LordAinzOoalGown00]

I really love the wood on it. I still hope for a case like that but with liquid cooling compatibility and the option to swap between glass and mesh panels

[@michaelgrover1]

Just go with the meshlicious, wood gets old fast

[@LordAinzOoalGown00]

@@michaelgrover1 I like the look of old wood

[@93ksj]

This makes me feel like going back to my ITX roots

[@jeremybarber2837]

Such a great looking and compact build. glorious.

[@ReQuiem_2099]

I built MY dream ITX PC recently too! It's a bit smaller at ~4.5L, while still pulling 5800X3D/RTX 3070 ti performance!

[@pdureska7814]

my take... a lovely build. custom cables would be the best but really you should pick a psu with individually sleeved cables like corsair and lian li who make sfx psu's with individual sleeving. Cables are way more flexible and...no added expense. Lian Li has a psu in white as well. i am planning a sff case build to replace my aging 6 year old pc (gtx 1080 with i7 processor). i am considering the Terra and the Dan C4-SFX but that thing is out of stock and new v2 not set to be released until 2024. It can hold the really big GPUs and you can use tower air coolers (Noctua NH-D12L) and NO Riser cable to mess with! However, i do love having a case on my desk and being able to look into the build so i may do another NR200P (not the max) build. I used for to build for a relative and learned a lot especially cable management as i used a psu with those stiff plastic cables. Hence my comment earlier HaHa. i think you guys, Optimum Tech and Machines and More are my go to sites for equipment suggestions and SFF builds. Keep up the great work!

[@kgpcodes]

What an amazing video... I can't believe I haven't seen a lot of your videos until I needed to find something about a mini PC.

[@Baba_Muni]

Asus knocked it out of the park with the Dual OC cards redesign and the pro art series. Very good looking cards

[@bloxoss]

It's so beautiful! Kudos to whoever did all the amazing cinematography.

[@guzz572]

I figured from the thumbnail that the build would be with fractal terra. Superb case!

[@crazycats08]

Wow... Hopefully I can build that kind of PC too this year. It's so beautiful 😢

[@AuDiGo6]

It seems like you totally overlooked Thermalright AXP120-X67 cooler in the white color. Better looks, better performance for half price and with RGB.

[@richardfarmer6570]

Nice looking build, I have a graphite Terra and have been really enjoying it. When you talk to Optimum Tech about cables ask him about fan setup in sandwich style cases, you want the bottom fan as exhaust because intake just recycles the GPU exhaust.

[@michaelthompson9798]

Great build Eber 🥰💪🤤. I loooove my ITX builds! Intel k-series with ddr5 5600 CL46 ….. damn, might as well gone with a 13400 cpu tbh as moderate performance is lost here 🙈🤦‍♀😅😂🤣

[@dragonflame9615]

Dam this was such a amazing build now I'm stuck now between the Fractal design ridge and the Fractal Terra I have the NR200P right now its amazing but I'm looking to downsize my PC case even more but keep the amazing performance.

[@doxydoxdelamanca9902]

I've always been a fan of ITX FF. Recently, however, I bought a Fractal North and changed the setup. I think I am going to stick with the North and forgo ITX builds.

[@purplegill10]

I'm surprised you didn't go with the 7900 non-x with how cool that CPU runs. You could probably cool it with something as basic as a be quiet LP cooler and still have a bit of PBO headroom. Plus of would let you put in a 3-slot GPU.

[@YetiMacheteHD2]

That’s what I ended up doing and paring it with the 7900xt gpu

[@DrBreezeAir]

I wanted to make sure that the system doesn't choke, so I ran Overwatch. 🤦🏻‍♂ The build looks sick, BTW.

[@gwflare1]

Insane that this build is over $2,000. Absolutely gorgeous build!

[@Thefrollickingnerd]

I was like 'oh he talked about sacrificing performance maybe this will be reasonably pri - nevermind'

[@nickkrewson]

It's a beautiful machine, but your editing skills in this video are the true star of the show. 😮 I have my machine built in a Loque Raw S1, and I posted a few photos of my build on my IG, but it doesn't even begin to compare to your build vid.

[@Snowdragon.]

Would have been nice if there was a removable dust screen in side. Those slits are going to suck in dust like a Dyson vacuum cleaner.

[@guitarchitectural]

How has this one aged? Eyeing this case for my eventual rebuild... Only thing that scares me is a lack of dust screens!!

[@GGFEvents]

Sick!! my custom loop one is coming

[@lpmax3991]

I build this a pc in this case recently. Not a lot of people talk about CPU fan turbulence if it's close to the side grill. Noctua NL-L9x65 do not go well with gpu thicker than 2 slots in this case. I had to replace it with the regular NH-L9 to fix the turbulence issues. No more annoying high pitch noise from the Noctua fan.

[@HardwareCanucks]

Yeah turbulence is a thing but not with this cooler. Its super quiet.

[@lpmax3991]

@@HardwareCanucks Good to hear that some fan does better. It was strange with that noctua fan. Maybe of the smaller diameter? hmm

[@urchinsify]

My next build is definitely going to be either an ITX or a minimal open case... I wish the algorithm sent me these videos 2 years ago while I was at planning phase of my PC build.

[@farhanb30]

dude i dont normally comment but your production skills are unparalleled

[@piplup10203854]

I am not good at building anything so if I could buy a pre-built like this I'd do that for sure! I am trying to figure out how to make a minimalist den/office setup using something like this so I can upgrade the work from home setup :) I am also a fan of that color.

[@mbrad2669]

That's a good looking cpu, clean and streamlined

[@slothnium]

It's a good sign when everything barely fits. It means you did your homework properly. Personally, I would use RAM without the heatspreader, as that gives even better airflow. You might want to add some air ducts, particularly over the CPU fan and PSU fan. I know you reviewed those noctua NA-FD1 a while back.

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

You definitely could use a 7950x3d if you wanted

[@stubbedtoe9099]

Built in the Terra and used the thin Nauctua A12x15 under the psu and the gpu. AMD 5600x with the ID-Cooling IS-55 Black and my old EVGA 1070SC make more than enough power to use this as an emulator/media setup when I want to lay in bed and do some light gaming or movie watching in bed.

[@Chandrashekharsaha4R]

Video production is on next level.

[@UKDarkJedi]

While I don't have a Terra (one day I'll venture back to SFF...) I do have that same gfx card and it's a dream, crushes everything I throw at it @ 1440p.

[@cassildaandcarcosa294]

So I built this exact build, the only thing I changed was the fan, I went with id cooling is-55 only because I couldn't find the Scythe Big Shuriken 3 Rev.B anywhere. getting the power supply into this case was extremely difficult. over all though I'm happy with the build.

[@mrsoommy9162]

what did you get for the power supply? I couldn't find the one mentioned in the video also. Same goes for the Big Shuriken, currently I'm thinking about Thermalright AXP120-X67 cause it has similar fan size. Also was considering Noctua l9a but I found that it can handle this CPU properly (100 degrees in some benchmarks). What about your thermals with is-55?

[@cassildaandcarcosa294]

@@mrsoommy9162 Go with the is-67 if you can find it. is-55 is fine but it can get loud at higher temps. power supply : SilverStone Technology Extreme 850R Platinum Cybenetics Platinum 850W is going to fit and do well. Get a ARCTIC P12 Slim PWM PST - 120 mm Case Fan or better to do exhaust at the bottom of the case.

[@Rooftopaccessorizer]

as someone new to the modern gaming pc world, i find it absolutely insane that anyone could think gaming 1440 at 200+ in a modern game is somehow frumpy or unimpressive. especially on a tiny pc. i remember when gigantic brick pcs had like 256 MB storage, in like 180p at 24 fps and would overheat if you played something in even basic 3d . people have no idea how spoiled even an entry level current gen GPU is. tbh anything above mid low tier builds are a waste of money unless you care more about flexing than gaming

[@AbcXyz-rn2lz]

That case supposedly supports full integrated radiator and pump

[@holenjd3]

Any chance to put up a list of parts and prices adding up total MSRP in future builds? This was a beautiful build.

[@HardwareCanucks]

I think all in, the parts cost about $2500 USD.

[@holenjd3]

@@HardwareCanucks thank you ☺️

[@coyotex850]

really nice build, if i was doing a new itx build for myself it wouldn't be too far off from this

[@Martijnwinters]

One of the best builds I’ve seen so far!

[@chriskautz3245]

Love the look of the Terra... Hate the high price . Such a shame , but will have to find a case that fits my budget Excellent build

[@saucebosspl]

I'd love to build a PC like this. I'd go for 13600K undervolt, 4070S undervolt and AsRock mobo.

[@ferrino4145]

Most ballanced build in this case I've seen tbh. Great work.

[@Raums]

This is the case I’ll be using on my first new pc in 7 years. Still to decide in what colour though, silver will probably age best.. great combo of components though!

[@HDRPC]

Insane, best. I want more small PC builds like this.🤩🤩

[@Havok1105]

I love the build and the video was great I would have just liked to have seen how he had to adjust the PC spine for the cooler as I want to do this exact build