Evaluating the Value of My Nearly Five-Year-Old Custom PC Build

As I consider parting ways with my personal computing powerhouse, I find myself pondering its current market value. This system has served me well for almost five years, and it now boasts some impressive specifications that could appeal to gamers and creative professionals alike. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its components to assist in valuing the setup:

Case: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
The build is housed in the stylish and functional be quiet! Pure Base 500DX case, known for its excellent airflow and customizable RGB lighting.

Processor: Intel Core i7-10700K
Powering the system is an Intel Core i7-10700K CPU, renowned for its robust performance in both gaming and multitasking environments.

CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock 4 Pro
To keep things cool, I’ve installed the be quiet! Dark Rock 4 Pro cooler, which not only enhances thermal performance but also operates whisper-quiet.

Motherboard: ASUS ROG Strix Z490-E Gaming Mainboard
The ASUS ROG Strix Z490-E motherboard adds a premium touch to the build, featuring advanced features tailored for gamers and overclockers.

Graphics Card: ASUS GeForce RTX 3080 ROG Strix O10G
For gaming enthusiasts, the inclusion of an ASUS GeForce RTX 3080 ROG Strix O10G GPU is a major highlight, delivering exceptional graphics performance and real-time ray tracing capabilities.

Storage: 2000GB Samsung 970 Evo Plus M.2 2280 PCIe
Storage capacity is ample, with a 2000GB Samsung 970 Evo Plus SSD providing fast load times and plenty of space for games and applications.

Memory: 32GB Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4-3200
The system is equipped with 32GB of Corsair Vengeance LPX RAM, offering smooth multitasking and responsiveness for demanding applications.

Power Supply: be Quiet! Straight Power 11 PC ATX 850W
To power this exceptional setup, it features an 850W be Quiet! Straight Power 11 ATX power supply, ensuring reliability and efficiency.

Additional Features: Silent Wings 3 Fans
For enhanced cooling and ultra-quiet operation, I have replaced the case fans with be quiet! Silent Wings 3, further muffling