Reddit reviews CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO Light Enhancement Kit (memory not included) – Black

Corsair really out here pulling this nonsense

Aye man it looks nice. The clips were really annoying to get on there they need to work on those.

Check out these for the empty dim slots. I have them but in white.

CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO Light Enhancement Kit (memory not included) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yQqkDbPNECTZF

Oops I think I misunderstood your comment. Are you saying Auros sells a kit that includes 2 functions DIMMs and 2 dummy DIMMs?

Corsair sells a stand-alone dummy kit that contains 2 dummies. I purchased the lighting enhancement kit off Amazon for $40 (somewhat expensive IMO, especially considering for slightly more than double that you could get actual, functional RGB RAM).

If you're just going for looks and don't need/want extra ram. Corsair makes some uber cheap "light enhancement" sticks to make it look like you're running 4 sticks. Full slots always look better imo.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_QU2TDb49RS8W9

Your best bet might be to buy this dummy RGB kit and a 16GB (2x8GB) RGB kit

You guys need these in your life CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO Light Enhancement Kit (memory not included) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nR6PDbD8GJYS4

i can't find it in black, can you link it?

edit, nvm, found it https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Vengeance-RGB-Light-Enhancement/dp/B07L2QSY96

Here is a massively revised build with Modern High end parts. Not only did I massively improve performance, but I managed to color coordinate the build. See below for alternate options. This is a 1440p 144FPS on Ultra settings monster.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.6 GHz 8-Core Processor | $329.00 @ B&H
Motherboard | Asus PRIME X570-PRO ATX AM4 Motherboard | $236.99 @ SuperBiiz
Memory | OLOy WarHawk RGB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3600 Memory | $86.99 @ Newegg
Storage | Sabrent Rocket 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive | $109.98 @ Amazon
Storage | Seagate Barracuda Computer 2 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $49.99 @ Amazon
Video Card | MSI GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB VENTUS OC Video Card | $509.99 @ B&H
Case | Fractal Design Meshify C ATX Mid Tower Case | $89.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply | SeaSonic FOCUS Gold 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply | $79.90 @ Amazon
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $99.95 @ Amazon
Case Fan | Corsair Air Series White 2 pack 52.19 CFM 120 mm Fan | $20.99 @ Amazon
Case Fan | Corsair Air Series White 2 pack 52.19 CFM 120 mm Fan | $20.99 @ Amazon
Keyboard | Drevo Tyrfing V2 Wired Gaming Keyboard | $69.99 @ Amazon
Mouse | Corsair M65 PRO RGB FPS Wired Optical Mouse | $34.99 @ Best Buy
Custom | Nixeus EDG 27" IPS 2560 x 1440 AMD FreeSync Certified 144Hz Gaming Monitor with Base Stand (NX-EDG27S v2) | $399.99 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $2139.72
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-08-23 02:07 EDT-0400 |

Changes:

CPU: Ryzen 7 3700x. The Ryzen 3700x is massive upgrade from the 2700x, especially in single core gaming performance. It will trounce your 2700x, and yes, the performance gains are worth the price.

MOBO: Asus Prime Pro X570. X570 MOBOs support Ryzen 3000 series cpus out of box. The Prime Pro is great MOBO, with multiple high end features, including high end audio chips, overclocking support, excellent lan, type c on the IO and a host of other features. There are cheaper MOBOs but they sacrifice a stuff to hit that price point.

RAM: OLOY Warhawk 3600 RAM. Ryzen loves fast ram, and Ryzen 3000 CPU's sweet spot for RAM is 3600mhz. You should be able to sync with ASUS aura sync and set the ram to whatever color you want, including white, but If I have never used a product before then I won't guarantee it. Or you can just leave it if you like RGB. The OLOy Looks really gamerey, so you could get the G.skill Sniper X but it performs worse and has the camo design on top that may not look as good.

IMPORTANT: For your 3600mhz Ram to run at listed speeds, you need to change a setting in your MOBOs BIOS called either XMP or DOCP or your ram won't run at listed speeds. This is because modern ram is so fast the mobo needs to be told to allocate more power to it.

The best looking ram with the best performance for Ryzen is probably this set. However, that Ram is stupid overpriced, and you would only see maybe a 2-4 FPS difference, but man is it pretty. Finally, if you ever want to fill your remaining ram slots, consider buying Corsair RGB Dummy ram. Corsair software can be used with Asus Aura sync, but you need an addon and both corsairs and asus software. Keep in mind I don't know how this would look with the Warhawk, cause the designs are really different.

Video Card: 2070 Super is a great choice. Personally, I think the EVGA RTX cards are ugly as hell. I own one, and they look really plasticky and tacky.

Case: The Case you had chosen has no window, making it your desire to have color themed parts irrelevant. What is the point of color coordinating if you can see it? Furthermore, it is ancient and I was having trouble finding it for sale.

The Case I chose was the very well reviewed mid-range Fractal Design Meshify C. The Meshify C has great airflow, and is just a really pretty case. It is a little on the small side, but small does not mean difficult to build in or bad airflow. My smaller case is actually nicer to work in then my larger one.

If you want to spend some extra money and go with a bigger or pretty case. The Cooler Master H 500 or Lian Li O 11 Dynamic are gorgeous modern cases.

Note that the cooler master comes with 2 massive RGB fans so you should be able set the color whatever you want, using Asus aura sync. Again no guarantees with software I have never used. On that note, you wouldn't need to buy the the case fans I included, so you can knock that price off if you go with this case.

The O-11 Dynamic is a water cooling case, that hilariously enough works better for air cooling then O-11 Dynamic AIR model. Yeah, you heard me right, they fucked up the design for the air version of this case. Review here. You would need to buy extra case fans if you bought this case.

PSU: Your PSU was an overpriced rip off. I have seen the 750 watt version of that sell for $90. Check the PSU tier list.. Note that the Seasonic I chose is SEMI Modular. The difference between Semi Modular and Fully Modular is practically nil in real world use as the cables hardwired into a semi modular PSU are necessary for every pc, so you would be using them regardless of whether you went full or semi.

Case Fans: I went with white LEDs to illuminate your build and fit the color scheme. If you want RGB case fans, then this set of corsair would be is a good deal. Honestly, the LL120 Corsair Fans are overpriced right now, you can usually find them for $90 for a three pack, so it's funny the higher end ML120s are cheaper right now. The 3 packs also come with a really good $60 fan controller. You would need a controller as MOBOs don't have enough RGB headers for multiple fans.

Keyboard. Corsair uses non standard keycaps, and their cheaper boards have QC issues. This means if you want to change your keys or customize your mechanical keyboard, you can't on a corsair unless you can find a non standard key set. An example would be adding pudding caps so the RGB pops.

The Drevo Tyrfing is very well reviewed midrange mechanical that will be a great starter mech. It has a standard key layout. The Drevo Tyrfing at PCPartpicker defaults to has with black switches. I recommend starting with either Browns or Reds, you can choose your switch at amazon.

Mouse: I didn't change your mouse, but I probably wouldn't use that thing. Here is Rocket Jump Ninja's Top 40 mice. Note that list is a bit out of date, but he even acknowledges it. Probably the best mouse on the market right now is the Glorious Model O.. I would check out his channel, and grab a ruler and do some hand size measurements. The best thing I ever did was buy a mouse off that list.

Monitor: LOL, that guy on buildmeapc was way out of touch. NVIDIA now works with freesync, so there is no reason to buy a G-sync monitor and pay 200-300 extra for the privilege. Note that you do need to change a few settings to get this to work.

The Nixeus Edg-27 NX-EDG27S v2 is an amazing high end Monitor that is specifically designed to limit IPS light bleed by using thicker bezels. It is probably the best Freesync IPS monitor out there. You can check R/monitors, every one basically jacks off over this things. It was sold out for MONTHS on amazon. Mine was back ordered almost 6 weeks. The IPS panel will make your single player games look gorgeous. Mine is stunning.

Extra thought:
The SSD is was great choice, I own a sabrent rocket, and it is really good. It can have issues if you want to clone it though.

PCPartPicker Part List

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6 GHz 8-Core Processor | $484.99 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler | Corsair H100i RGB PLATINUM 75 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $134.99 @ Amazon
Motherboard | Gigabyte Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI ATX LGA1151 Motherboard | $179.99 @ Amazon
Memory | Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory | $84.62 @ Amazon
Memory | Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory | $84.62 @ Amazon
Storage | Sabrent Rocket 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive | $109.98 @ Amazon
Storage | Seagate BarraCuda Pro 4 TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $158.28 @ Amazon
Video Card | MSI GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 8 GB GAMING X TRIO Video Card | $749.99 @ Amazon
Case | Corsair Obsidian 500D RGB SE ATX Mid Tower Case | $279.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply | Corsair RMx (2018) 750 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply | $119.89 @ Amazon
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $99.95 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $2487.28
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-10-24 11:17 EDT-0400 |

Gigabyte Aorus mobos have better VRMs.

NVMe drives are so cheap these days, may as well drop a 1TB in a build at that budget.

For gaming, you only need 16GB of RAM, and Corsair sells dummy sticks if you want to fill all 4 slots.

Here ya go - https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-VENGEANCE-Enhancement-memory-included/dp/B07L2QSY96

They come in both black & white too.

Link

I know some reddits dont like product links but I'll go ahead

CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO Light Enhancement Kit (memory not included) – Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PgdCCb6ZNPXYA

Now get this to complete it.

CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO Light Enhancement Kit (memory not included) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_W3eHDbVFPMM9N

That EVGA model is just a pretty basic one, you'll get the advertised 2080ti performance but probably not much room for overclocking. If you're specifically looking for one that will look great with RGB, you should look into the Gigabyte Aorus 2080ti and vertically mounting your GPU. Also the Asus model I linked before does have RGB strips around the fans, you can see it in the box art.

For RAM, you won't see a performance difference right now between 16 and 32gb. If you just want looks then Corsair sells fake ram kits that have the RGB just for that.

The Dell monitor is a TN panel, which has worse colours than the other two with IPS monitors. The advantage TN has over IPS typically is better response times, but more on that in a moment. The Acer and LG monitors are probably much the same overall, but the LG one has just recently come out and includes some new tech that significantly improves response times for IPS. The LG is really kind of considered the fan favourite within the community at the moment, but the Acer one is also still very good. So if you can get it when you're buying (out of stock everywhere atm) I would opt for the LG, but the Acer is a good secondary option.

EDIT: Review of the LG

This would probably be more optimal :)

https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-VENGEANCE-Enhancement-memory-included/dp/B07L2QSY96/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=corsair+vengeance+dummy&qid=1561982242&s=gateway&sr=8-4

You could get a 3200 CL16 set of the same RAM (or the Corsair one you originally had) for pretty much the same performance for a much cheaper price. Obviously that’s up to you to choose but the difference in performance is probably going to be less than 3-4%. I’ll link some RAM (and the dummy sticks) in a second.

I would assume you could change the fans, although I don’t know anything about that cooler at all. It’s pretty standard to be able to change fans on AIOs though.

Edit: Here is the dummy RAM I was talking about, and here is the actual RAM. Both available in black and white. I’m not sure if G Skill makes dummy RAM kits but if they do you could obviously go with a 2x8 GB 3200 CL16 kit of that.

I thought so was gonna say if you won't utilize the ram you could have saved money with these https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-VENGEANCE-Enhancement-memory-included/dp/B07L2QSY96