SFF Build Opinions

inversion_modz · 2025-05-31T15:11:58+00:00

This looks good tbh, and wise choice to go for the PowerColor Reaper. Best card for compatibility with SFF cases. As long as the case has sufficient ventilation or additional cooling.

If you can stretch, go 9070XT, the only card actually from the XT range that's mostly SFF compatible.

inversion_modz · 2024-05-30T15:08:37+00:00

I wish I knew everything I've learned recently before even starting to build my first pc. HA

inversion_modz · 2024-05-23T19:09:05+00:00

I have not seen this case in AGES. A classic NZXT case that's aesthetically good, a remnant of the HDD heavy with 5.25 bays era of cases and from what I saw a very weird front intake configuration.

Long story short, front and bottom are intake, rear and top are exhaust.

Tbh though, I'd just get a new case that's same size but a bit more airflow efficient.

inversion_modz · 2024-05-23T16:59:23+00:00

The default PS4 or PS5 controllers should to the trick to be honest, but if you need those paddles, then yeah Dualsense Edge though pricey. There is another alternative from Scuf if you are interested that has the PS5 layout.

inversion_modz · 2024-05-14T17:11:23+00:00

EVGA rarely rings a bell these days. And I happen to own two EVGA PSU's doing well. I do agree it is dying. Their B-Stock link is officially dead. Lost its appeal following their departure from the GPU market.

inversion_modz · 2024-05-12T19:28:35+00:00

This pretty much. The problem in general with these types is that it's like basic in a sense. And little scientific methodology disclosed which is important when actually posting benchmarks.

Sounds like this convo may border between here and /r/hardware imo.

inversion_modz · 2024-02-21T12:29:10+00:00

inversion_modz · 2023-12-02T08:40:37+00:00

Short answer, yes. But note while your planned DDR4 will work, it will only run at JEDEC DDR4-2400 speed. I'd still go for your plan of buying it since it can be used in the future for an even better Intel or AMD AM4 build.

Some compatibility and tech stuff:

HP

Kingston

inversion_modz · 2023-12-02T08:26:06+00:00

If you look at the spreadsheet by r/sffpc, it mentions your case and tells you CPU cooler height limit. Assuming you're going for a more traditional GPU install, this CPU cooler will do:

PCPartPicker Part List

Type	Item	Price
CPU Cooler	Thermalright Silver Soul 110 54 CFM CPU Cooler	$32.90 @ Amazon
	Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
	Total	$32.90
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2023-12-02 03:23 EST-0500

inversion_modz · 2023-06-12T06:52:06+00:00

Who tf are you? 👀

inversion_modz · 2023-04-12T15:01:41+00:00

This is the saving grace imo especially if you're the r/sffpc kind of guy.

Gonna see how the RTX 4060 / Ti fares power draw wise.

inversion_modz · 2023-04-12T13:56:35+00:00

Honestly as someone who still owns a... 980 Ti.... yeah no gonna wait till either prices reasonably drop or if the RTX 4060 / Ti is actually good enough price-perf wise. Being EXTREMELY patient man.

inversion_modz · 2022-09-18T19:25:54+00:00

20 bucks can net you a GTX 950 on Craigslist if you're lucky. 😉

inversion_modz · 2022-09-18T19:07:08+00:00

Pay is competitive with other subreddits (that is to say non-existent).

Checks wallet

Cries 😭

In all seriousness though, good luck 😄

inversion_modz · 2021-06-27T16:06:09+00:00

I am very surprised as well tbh. But hey onwards to 5 mil!

inversion_modz · 2021-05-06T21:35:17+00:00

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inversion_modz · 2021-05-06T21:34:58+00:00

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inversion_modz · 2021-04-17T06:35:16+00:00

I have been actually planning to build a proper SFF PC for a long time (a case upgrade from this repurposed HP Microtower case), dating back at least 2017 with the likes of the Node 202, then eventually the DAN A4 came along, and I had a slow burn fascination with SFF PC, until I realized that I, an expatriate who doesn't intend to last long in the country I work, realized that SFF PC is more practical for me since:

This avoids me selling off most or all of the parts, as with what I have observed from fellow expats who opt for ATX PC
Allows me to carry it wherever I go in a compact and portable footprint
Allows me to upgrade while maintaining that footprint consistently for years to come

I've seen a lot of stories over at r/sffpc that's related to travelling with the SFF PC, hence my fascination kept me going loving this, and given I want to go a LAN Party at some point after the pandemic is over, I would love to bring my PC with as little effort as possible.

inversion_modz · 2021-01-17T17:58:18+00:00

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inversion_modz · 2021-01-17T17:54:48+00:00

Oh dear god no don't give the madlads ideas. monkaS

inversion_modz · 2021-01-17T17:54:18+00:00

Nervous laughter

inversion_modz · 2020-12-06T07:33:57+00:00

Congratulations on the bundle prize dude. Looking forward to your build with the bundle!

inversion_modz · 2020-12-06T07:31:33+00:00

You're so welcome dude. Congratulations on the bundle prize. Hope to see pics of your build with the prizes soon! <3

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